Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram Daily Podcast

Struggling to connect with your spouse? Join Chip to learn how communication skills can resolve frustration and reflect God’s love in your marriage.
How to effectively communicate:
I. The command – Put on the proper attire -Colossians 3:12
COMPASSION – Empathy to action vs. cynical -Matthew 9:36
KINDNESS – Whatever is helpful, beneficial vs. critical -Jeremiah 9:23-24, John 4
HUMILITY – Their needs first, posture of a servant -Philippians 2:5-11
GENTLENESS – Strength under control, your emotions -Matthew 11:28-30
PATIENCE – Endure with a good attitude -2 Peter 3:8-9
II. Why the “clothing” metaphor is crucial to biblical communication
“Old clothes” must be taken off. -Colossians 3:8-9
The new self requires “new clothes”. -Colossians 3:10-11
The Principle: Who we are determines how we “dress” (communicate from the heart)
III. The problem:
We have settled for techniques and self-help tools to change how we speak, and to modify our emotions and behaviors to improve compatibility; rather than focusing on the deep-rooted transformation of our hearts which empowers us to give the life-giving love of Christ to our mates.
IV. The solution is threefold:
1. Don’t buy the old lies*
I am what I have: Possessions
I am what I accomplish: Performance
I am what others think of me: Popularity
2. Dress appropriately for your mate
A – AFFIRMATION
W – WARMTH
E – ENCOURAGEMENT
3. Have at least 2 “couples conferences” per week**
What are you concerned about?
What do you wish?
What are you willing to do?
*Discover Your True Self book and Affirmation Cards by Chip Ingram and Theresa Ingram.
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram.
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I Choose Love Book
"The Five Love Languages" Book by Gary Chapman
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Tired of misunderstandings? Chip shares how to move past hurt feelings and start having genuine heart-to-heart conversations with your spouse today.
How to effectively communicate:
I. The command – Put on the proper attire -Colossians 3:12
COMPASSION – Empathy to action vs. cynical -Matthew 9:36
KINDNESS – Whatever is helpful, beneficial vs. critical -Jeremiah 9:23-24, John 4
HUMILITY – Their needs first, posture of a servant -Philippians 2:5-11
GENTLENESS – Strength under control, your emotions -Matthew 11:28-30
PATIENCE – Endure with a good attitude -2 Peter 3:8-9
II. Why the “clothing” metaphor is crucial to biblical communication
“Old clothes” must be taken off. -Colossians 3:8-9
The new self requires “new clothes”. -Colossians 3:10-11
The Principle: Who we are determines how we “dress” (communicate from the heart)
III. The problem:
We have settled for techniques and self-help tools to change how we speak, and to modify our emotions and behaviors to improve compatibility; rather than focusing on the deep-rooted transformation of our hearts which empowers us to give the life-giving love of Christ to our mates.
IV. The solution is threefold:
1. Don’t buy the old lies*
I am what I have: Possessions
I am what I accomplish: Performance
I am what others think of me: Popularity
2. Dress appropriately for your mate
A – AFFIRMATION
W – WARMTH
E – ENCOURAGEMENT
3. Have at least 2 “couples conferences” per week**
What are you concerned about?
What do you wish?
What are you willing to do?
*Discover Your True Self book and Affirmation Cards by Chip Ingram and Theresa Ingram.
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram.
Broadcast Resource
Download MP3
Message Notes
Additional Resource Mentions
I Choose Love Book
"The Five Love Languages" Book by Gary Chapman
Connect
888-333-6003
Website
Chip Ingram App
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Partner With Us
Donate Online
888-333-6003

It’s safe to say we all want a great marriage. We all desire a relationship with a deep emotional, mental, and physical connection with our mate. But how do we experience that? Don’t miss the practical ways you can build a lasting relationship with your spouse.
How do you develop spiritual intimacy?
I. Spiritual intimacy with Christ is cultivated by actively believing two things:
Whose you are: Chosen -Colossians 1:13-22
Who you’ve become: Holy and loved -Colossians 2:9-15
II. Spiritual intimacy with your mate is cultivated by recognizing the supremacy Christ’s role and relationship in your marriage. -Colossians 1:15-18
III. The benefits of spiritual intimacy*
Allows you to CONNECT at the deepest level.
Links you with God’s PURPOSES and PLANS for you.
Allows you to BLESS each other with God’s love.
Brings your deepest values and desires into agreement.
Opens the door to the deepest levels of COMMUNICATION.
Empowers your marriage to SURVIVE.
Connects you to a SUPPORTIVE body of fellow believers.
*Divorce Proof Your Marriage by Gary and Barbara Rosberg, pgs. 254-256.
IV. How to develop your personal spiritual intimacy**
ASK God for it. -Col. 1:1-9
BEWARE of counterfeits. -Col. 2:8-10
GUARD your thought life. -Col. 3:1-4
KILL spiritual competitors. -Col. 3:5-7
SATURATE your life in God’s Word. -Col. 3:16
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram, specific help and practical steps for men and women; chapter 9 for men and chapter 11 for women.
V. Removing barriers and building bridges for spiritual intimacy
There is no one right way to develop spiritual intimacy
Pray together
Worship together
Share what you’re learning
Broadcast Resource
Download MP3
Message Notes
Additional Resource Mentions
I Choose Love Book
"Divorce Proof Your Marriage" Book by Gary and Barbara Rosberg
Connect
888-333-6003
Website
Chip Ingram App
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Partner With Us
Donate Online
888-333-6003

It’s hard to believe there are couples who’ve been married for thirty, forty, or even fifty years. So, what’s their secret? In this program, Chip shares a vital message in his ongoing teaching. He begins unpacking four biblical skills all great marriages have in common. Discover how you can improve your relationship today!
How do you develop spiritual intimacy?
I. Spiritual intimacy with Christ is cultivated by actively believing two things:
Whose you are: Chosen -Col. 1:13-22
Who you’ve become: Holy and loved -Col. 2:9-15
II. Spiritual intimacy with your mate is cultivated by recognizing the supremacy Christ’s role and relationship in your marriage. -Col. 1:15-18
III. The benefits of spiritual intimacy*
Allows you to CONNECT at the deepest level.
Links you with God’s PURPOSES and PLANS for you.
Allows you to BLESS each other with God’s love.
Brings your deepest values and desires into agreement.
Opens the door to the deepest levels of COMMUNICATION.
Empowers your marriage to SURVIVE.
Connects you to a SUPPORTIVE body of fellow believers.
*Divorce Proof Your Marriage by Gary and Barbara Rosberg, pgs. 254-256.
IV. How to develop your personal spiritual intimacy**
ASK God for it. -Col. 1:1-9
BEWARE of counterfeits. -Col. 2:8-10
GUARD your thought life. -Col. 3:1-4
KILL spiritual competitors. -Col. 3:5-7
SATURATE your life in God’s Word. -Col. 3:16
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram, specific help and practical steps for men and women; chapter 9 for men and chapter 11 for women.
V. Removing barriers and building bridges for spiritual intimacy
There is no one right way to develop spiritual intimacy
Pray together
Worship together
Share what you’re learning
Broadcast Resource
Download MP3
Message Notes
Additional Resource Mentions
I Choose Love Book
"Divorce Proof Your Marriage" Book by Gary and Barbara Rosberg
Connect
888-333-6003
Website
Chip Ingram App
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Partner With Us
Donate Online
888-333-6003

It’s hard to believe there are couples who’ve been married for thirty, forty, or even fifty years. So, what’s their secret? Chip emphasizes the importance of couples cultivating spiritual intimacy, which is the first of four biblical skills he'll share in this teaching. You won't wanna miss it!
How do you develop spiritual intimacy?
I. Spiritual intimacy with Christ is cultivated by actively believing two things:
Whose you are: Chosen -Colossians 1:13-22
Who you’ve become: Holy and loved -Colossians 2:9-15
II. Spiritual intimacy with your mate is cultivated by recognizing the supremacy Christ’s role and relationship in your marriage. -Colossians 1:15-18
III. The benefits of spiritual intimacy*
Allows you to CONNECT at the deepest level.
Links you with God’s PURPOSES and PLANS for you.
Allows you to BLESS each other with God’s love.
Brings your deepest values and desires into agreement.
Opens the door to the deepest levels of COMMUNICATION.
Empowers your marriage to SURVIVE.
Connects you to a SUPPORTIVE body of fellow believers.
*Divorce Proof Your Marriage by Gary and Barbara Rosberg, pgs. 254-256.
IV. How to develop your personal spiritual intimacy**
ASK God for it. -Col. 1:1-9
BEWARE of counterfeits. -Col. 2:8-10
GUARD your thought life. -Col. 3:1-4
KILL spiritual competitors. -Col. 3:5-7
SATURATE your life in God’s Word. -Col. 3:16
**Marriage that Works by Chip Ingram, specific help and practical steps for men and women; chapter 9 for men and chapter 11 for women.
V. Removing barriers and building bridges for spiritual intimacy
There is no one right way to develop spiritual intimacy
Pray together
Worship together
Share what you’re learning
Broadcast Resource
Download MP3
Message Notes
Additional Resource Mentions
I Choose Love Book
"Divorce Proof Your Marriage" Book by Gary and Barbara Rosberg
Connect
888-333-6003
Website
Chip Ingram App
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Partner With Us
Donate Online
888-333-6003