What to Do: Schedule a dinner or coffee date to discuss how to fight together for a strong marriage.
Discuss
Ephesians 6:12 says that “our struggle is not against flesh and blood,” but against unseen spiritual forces of evil. Marriage is a battle, but it’s important to remember who the enemy is. As a reminder, look at your spouse and say, “You are my partner, not my enemy!”
In what ways does Satan attack your marriage?
Since you are together on the same side, discuss together which of the following is most likely to create conflict in your marriage. Why?
- Disagreement over how to discipline (name of child).
- Who apologizes first after an argument.
- When and how we enjoy physical intimacy
- How to spend or save our money
- OTHER: _________________________________
Reflection
Ladies, this is for the husbands, but go with him on this. Before battle in the movie Gladiator, the general reminds his men: “What we do in life echoes in eternity.”
How can you apply this to the fight for your marriage?
What are two issues you most need to figiht for as a couple right now. . .
- Date nights
- Prayer together
- Family devotions
- Church involvement
- Bible reading
- Forgiveness
- Healthy Intimacy
- Communication
Hold hands and pray for each other about these things. Identify one thing you can cut from your schedule in order to use the time to nurture your marriage and family relationships: ______________________
