Episode 1:
Your Marriage Needs Conflict

Welcome to the “Healthy Conflict in Marriage” video series!

In this episode, Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley explain how you and your spouse can benefit from disagreements, arguments, and challenges in your marriage. When you don’t see eye to eye, you discover that your spouse may have a different way of thinking than you do, and that creates a learning moment for both of you.

So let’s get started!

After watching the video, discuss the questions provided, take some time to reflect on scripture.

 

Step 1: Watch Episode 1

Step 2:
Read and Meditate on Scripture

“Be devoted to one another in love.
Outdo one another in showing honor.”
(Romans 12:10)

Step 3:
Explore these Discussion Questions
with Your Spouse

1. The Smalleys indicate that marriage needs conflict, which can present opportunities. Do you agree or disagree?

2. How do you see conflict presenting opportunities in your relationship?

3. How have you handled conflict in your marriage in the past?

Other Resources

Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage: 12 Secrets for a Lifelong Romance (Book)

With practical advice and stories from their own relationship and counselling experiences, the Smalleys explore 12 biblically based strategies to help you work around roadblocks, create successful communication patterns, and build a romance that lasts a lifetime.

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