A Love Language Minute

What do we do when the 5 Love Languages don't seem to be working? Regardless of how your spouse responds to you, don't give up. Keep talking their love language and be patient with them. They may eventually come around.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our society has become so vitriolic in the way we communicate with each other. Let's be an example of how to talk to one another in love and respect. Dr. Gary Chapman's book, Love is a Way of Life, can show us how this is possible.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your spouse speaks to you in a critical and demeaning manner, it can cause you to shut down. If your primary love language is words of affirmation, express that to your spouse. It might lead to a change on their part.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a divorce, it's a given that your ex will still be in the picture - your children's birthdays, weddings etc. You'll need to accept the fact that this is a new reality. Be sure to deal constructively with your ex when events together cannot be avoided.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if Christians really lived like Christians? First-century believers were called Christians because their behavior and life style was a reflection of Jesus and His teachings.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should you try to reconcile with your former spouse? Dr. Gary Chapman's advice to those who've gone through a divorce is to wait at least two years to recover. That gives God time to work in your former spouse's heart.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anger is an emotion that is a result from being hurt by someone. Remember that Jesus was hurt deeply by others, too. He understands your hurt, so turn your anger over to Him.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your husband confessed that he kissed another person while he was engaged to you. You were naturally hurt by this. But be glad that he wants to be open and honest with you. So be encouraged and choose to forgive him.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it possible to love someone who can't or won't love you in return? The definition of true love is the attitude and actions of sacrificial service. So choose to look out for the best interest of that person, regardless of whether or not your love is reciprocated.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you been holding a long-tern grudge against some that has hurt you? Don't sit around letting anger control your life. Keep making the effort to seek reconciliation.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people wrestle with some sort of addiction. It's not possible to force someone to break an addiction; but you can influence them by the way you love them. Loving them might be the very thing that inspires them to confront their problem and get counseling.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many are consumed with anger. Some believe that the Christian thing to do is hold it inside. Anger held inside leads to bitterness and destroyed relationships.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can a military couple survive lengthy times of separation when their love languages are physical touch and quality time? The best answers and practical ideas can be found in Dr. Gary Chapman's book The Military Edition of the 5 Love Languages.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are a lot of people that put stock in astrological signs - often as it relates to their relationships. Your relationship with God is what will impact your relationships with others more than anything else. So build your relationships on the principles of Scripture - not astrology.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when you have vivid memories of being mistreated as a child? The Biblical approach is to lovingly confront your offender with the goal of reconciliation. I you fail to do this, the hurt and anger will be trapped inside of you and cause you to become bitter.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can a wife teach her husband? Learning takes place most effectively when someone is asking questions. So if your husband is asking you questions, it means he wants to learn from you!Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not unusual for your spouse to do things that irritate you. Do you find yourself overreacting to those little irritations? There's a good chance you're suffering from stored up anger.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The purpose of dating is to get to know each other and decide if this is going to lead to marriage or not. Conflicts in your dating relationship might be a good thing; but if you're unable to resolve conflicts while engaged, you'll probably be unable resolve conflicts in your marriage.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some couples seem to fight all the time. Fighting is unhealthy unless they fight fairly. That means confessing and apologizing to each other. Then they must begin to develop new patterns of relating to each other in a patient and tolerant way.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have many enemies that seek to destroy our country in the name of religion. Nevertheless, God commands us to pray for our enemies.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God has called you to love and serve your wife. This is the attitude of Christ.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Children are clearly influenced by parents. Parents must ensure that their influence is positive. That positive influence comes from loving and disciplining your children.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can God bless your new marriage after having divorced your former spouse? God can forgive your sin, but that doesn't mean you will escape the consequences of your sin.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some fathers confide in and seek advice from their sons more than they do with their wives. This is clearly unhealthy if the wife's input seems to be valued less than that of their son. Though difficult, the wife should affirm her husband, acknowledging that he's at least man enough to reach out for advice.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want your children to grow up to be responsible adults, you need to begin teaching them responsibility while they're young. Set rules for them and make sure they follow through. This will stand them in good stead as the enter their adult years.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you develop the attitude of Christ in your marriage? It begins by following Jesus' example of humility and service. Ask God to give you the attitude of Christ so that you can express love for your wife through acts of service.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discipline is often wrongly associated with spanking or angry words. The word discipline actually means to train. Without positive discipline, your child will self-destruct because they can't train themselves. Training begins with love.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when your husband seems to be pursuing a relationship with another woman? You need to communicate your concern very clearly with him. It ought to trigger in him the desire to draw back from his interaction with that woman and cause him to focus his attention exclusively on you.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you go about changing your child's bad attitude? The first step is to make sure that they know you truly love them. When that need is met, your child is likely to respond to you in a positive way.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One common area of conflict between husbands and wives is differences in how to discipline their children. If their children know they're loved, they are more likely to respond positively to your discipline.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when your spouse doesn't respond to you even though you've used their love language? It might be because you've hurt them but haven't apologized. A sincere apology might open the door for your spouse to forgive you and respond once again to your expressions of love.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your wife never apologizes. What do you do? Scripture teaches us to forgive one another. It doesn't tell us to forgive IF the offender apologizes.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should you do when you're engaged and want to get married while you're in grad school? Dr. Gary Chapman's first word of advice is to postpone the marriage. The demands of education will encroach on the time you need to grow your marriage.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The four seasons of the year is a metaphor used to describe the quality of your marriage. Your marriage might start in the Spring - new and exciting, but it might drift into Winter - cold and harsh. In what season is your marriage?Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's important to consider a wide age difference when contemplating marriage.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are there some unhealthy patterns of communication in your marriage?Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can you stay positive after losing your job?Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've experienced the devastation of your parents getting divorced, it's important that you get a clear picture of what a healthy marriage looks like so you don't pass that pain along to the next generation.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are some healthy ways to negotiate in your marriage?Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you asking God for His help in your marriage?Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn to listen empathetically.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is your husband spending too much time with his parents?Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.