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 Marriage Counseling Part 3 FAIRFIELD BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP This week our pastor continues to answer the question, "How can we have good communication in our marriage?" Here he deals with stubbornness as a roadblock. Good communication always begins with a willingness to exchange ideas on a topic in an attitude of openness and love. Question: "When a conflict arises with your spouse, do you dig in your heels and refuse to communicate? Do you insist upon having your way or your viewpoint?" Stubbornness is like a wall that you set up between you and your mate. This obstacle inhibits intimacy and hardens your hearts in the midst of conflict. The wall of stubbornness must come down if communication is ever to become effective in your relationship. Stubbornness is what made it impossible for Paul and Barnabas to work out a compromise concerning their relationship with John Mark. On their first missionary journey John Mark went home before the trip was over. Consequently, when Paul and Barnabas decided to take their second missionary journey, they argued over whether John Mark should be allowed to accompany them again. Scripture tells us that Barnabas was determined to take John Mark and Paul insisted that they wouldn't (Acts 15:37-38). The contention was so sharp that they parted company and went their separate ways. This communication breakdown was caused by two stubborn wills clashing with each other. Does this sound like your household? We will continue next week with ideas on how to resolve the communication breakdown. Call 931-456-2525 or e-mail Pastor Shelton at church@fbfchurch.com with questions or comments. |
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