‘Take control of what I say, O Lord , and guard my lips. Don’t let me drift toward evil or take part in acts of wickedness. Don’t let me share in the delicacies of those who do wrong. Let the godly strike me! It will be a kindness! If they correct me, it is soothing medicine. Don’t let me refuse it.’ Psalms 141:3-5(NLT)
‘Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future.’ Ephesians 4:2-4(NLT)
Communication is quite possibly the most important tie that binds together a successful marriage. But an important aspect of communication—one that’s known by anyone who makes communication a part of their everyday world—is that effective communication happens when you speak in a way that your audience will hear you.
Are you and your spouse communicating? Are you trying to communicate with them in a way they will hear what you have to say?
Another key aspect of communication is that it’s about more than just talk. You can communicate in the tone of your voice, in the expression on your face, in the ways you do and don’t interact throughout the day. Even just choosing to be in the same room as your spouse is telling them something about you—and about the way you think about them.
What are some ways you can communicate creatively—other than talking—with your spouse today?
from 7 Days To Open Up Your Life