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Episode 2: Conflict vs. Combat

Marriages need conflict to grow, but what causes that tension in the first place?

In episode 2, Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley describe how your emotions lingering under the surface often can lead to how you respond to your spouse.

After watching the video, discuss the questions provided, take some time to reflect on scripture, and explore additional resources on this topic.

 

Step 1: Watch Episode 2

Step 2:
Read and Meditate on Scripture

“Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice.
Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”


(Ephesians 4:31-32)

Step 3:
Explore these Discussion Questions
with Your Spouse

  1. In the video, the Smalleys indicate that conflict is healthy for your relationship, but combat is not. What do conflict and combat mean to you

  2. What could you do differently when there is conflict so that it doesn’t become combative?

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.

Get Your Copy

Thrive Media: Stream Fight Your Way To A Better Marriage

Thrive Media is a free streaming platform with Online Courses, Movies, Lectures, Devotionals & more!

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