A Love Language Minute

The fundamental concepts to solving conflict is to recognize that you're both human. If you don't think or feel the same way, you still have to respect each other's humanity. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money can be a big contributor to conflict in marriage; but the biggest problem is a poor relationship. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're separated, is there any hope for your marriage? Dr. Gary Chapman says that if your husband has not remarried, there's still hope. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do if your wife jokes about all the crushes she's had on other guys? Be open about how that makes you feel, and ask her to stop saying those things. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a guy says, "I don't love her any more", it usually means he's lost that euphoric feel of being "in love" when he first got married. Love isn't a feeling, it's an attitude and an action. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you deal with an angry spouse? It requires tough love. Tell your spouse that what they are doing is unacceptable, and you're going to seek out counseling. Invite your spouse to join you. If things don't change, separation might be necessary for a while. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does love look like in a marriage? Turn to I Corinthians 13:4-7 to see how God describes love! Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you feel you're emotionally unstable, it may be due to living in a loveless and dysfunctional family. As an adult, seek out a counselor that is trained to provide help in this area. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some people think that physical intimacy before marriage is acceptable because marriage is "just a formality". Marriage isn't just a formality, it's a public declaration of the covenant you're making. Statistics bear out that those who have sex before marriage are far more likely to divorce. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Love is not a feeling. It's a way of life. It's a choice you make in how to express it. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You as a parent need to acknowledge that you cannot control your adult children, but you can influence them in a positive way. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is love? Some might think it's the feeling you have when you're "in love". But those feelings are temporary. True love is an attitude and action. Read I Corinthians 13:4-7 to see how the Bible defines love. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is divorce biblical? Scripture never condones divorce; but God allows it when infidelity or abandonment is involved. If you're divorced, confess your part in that divorce, and seek God's guidance for your future. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you and your spouse have differing views about the Christian faith? Marriage has to do with oneness; so share your views with each other and try to understand each other's perspective. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If someone were to ask you, "Why do you want to get married", how would you respond? People often say it's because we're "in love". But that kind of love is feelings-based rather than a committed action-based love. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you go about encouraging a family member who's discouraged by all the negativity in the world? Help them gain a new perspective on life by showing them that God is in control, and His purposes will always be good. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apologies are a necessity. Admit that you need to apologize, then express your apology and admit that your behavior was wrong. Most of the time, a sincere apology will result in the other person forgiving you. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having a bad relationship with your father can result in negative consequences in your marriage. Reach out to your father and seek to build (or rebuild) the relationship. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's difficult to love other people when they always disappoint or hurt you. There's always going to be pain and hurt in every relationship because we're imperfect. When you've been hurt, seek out the offender and make a sincere attempt to reconcile. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The two most important sentences you'll ever learn are, "I made a mistake", and "I was wrong". Healthy families don't require perfection, but they do require the willingness to admit when they do wrong. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminute See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.