The path God has laid out for us in marriage is straightforward:
You walk with Jesus and allow Him to transform you into the person another person is looking for. You pray for your future spouse. You date with Godly intentions; you date on purpose. You seek to keep Jesus in the middle and at some point, you take the step—and it's a daunting step—into marriage. You can do your due diligence, but at the end of the day, it's a risk…you are trusting that your spouse will go all-in and stay all-in. You're trusting that they'll partner with you to chase God's purposes and cultivate deep intimacy as you seek to live on-mission.
In this episode of the podcast we sit down with our guests, Mike and Debbie Breaux, to learn more about how to live out a Christ-centered marriage.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
Opening:
Where are you winning this week?
Last week we asked: "What is one specific way you can stand for Jesus at home, work, or with friends?" How did you live that out this week?
When you think of a Christ-centered marriage, is there a couple that comes to mind? What stands out about their relationship?
Discussion:
Mike talks about the danger of living "multiple lives." Why is integrity—being the same person everywhere—so important in marriage and leadership?
Debbie mentions Soul mate vs Soil mate. What are you currently doing to create healthy soil for spiritual and relational growth?
Mike mentions that Fruit grows with humility and gratitude. Why do pride and entitlement hurt relationships so quickly?
"Death to self is the pulse that keeps love alive." What does this look like practically in everyday marriage and relationships?
What patterns from your upbringing have shaped how you love, communicate, or handle conflict?
What's the difference between "if" love and "even if" love? How does that change the way you approach commitment?
What is one practical step you will take this week to love and serve your spouse (or future spouse) better?
"Breakfast Questions"
God first: What's God been teaching us?
Marriage: Where are we winning? How are we doing? What do we need to work on?
Kids: How are they doing? What do we need to do to invest in them right now?
You'd look at your calendars. Stay on the same page.
Last question: You'd ask, "How can I pray for you?"
Wrap Up:
If this podcast has encouraged you—we'd love to hear from you.
If you're wrestling with Christianity, interested in getting baptized or need help figuring out your next step…shoot us an email at lockerroom@southland.church.
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Thanks for listening. Get after it! We'll catch you next time on Locker Room.
