Marriage Course - August 27, 2012

Day 11 - The importance of listening

• we can become highly selective in our listening
• most of us take listening for granted, yet it is possible to close OUR ears
• listening has the power to make our husband or wife feel loved and valued
• one of the most important skills to learn for a strong marriage
• the Bible places great value on listening effectively

Question:How do you feael when you are listened to? How do you feel when you are not listened to? To whom would you go if you needed a listening ear? What makes that person a good listener?

From Series: "Marriage"

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  • presents need not be expensive
  • they can have a high emotional value
  • not be used as a substitute for words, time,
  • or touch
  • recognize when a child is expressing love
  • through wanting to give you a present
  • teach them the value of waiting for something
  • (“delayed gratification)

What presents might your child(ren) find thoughtful?  Which of the five love languages was most important for you as a child?

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