Breaking the Reactive Cycle: Mastering Self-Control in Marriage Communication

21/10/2025 18 min Episodio 147
Breaking the Reactive Cycle: Mastering Self-Control in Marriage Communication

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Breaking the Reactive Cycle in Your MarriageDoes the same argument keep happening in your marriage? Do you find yourself pushing each other's buttons without meaning to? You're not alone - and there's hope for breaking free from destructive communication patterns.In this episode, pastors Bryce and Colette Schaffer tackle one of the most challenging fruits of the Spirit: self-control. Drawing from nearly 30 years of marriage and 20 years of pastoral ministry, they share practical, biblical strategies for:Understanding your triggers and stopping the reactive cycleBecoming your spouse's advocate instead of adversaryCreating proactive responses instead of reacting from the fleshDeveloping a personal reset strategy for heated momentsBreaking generational patterns that no longer serve youTaking ownership of change together as a coupleWhether you're struggling with communication in your marriage, dealing with parenting conflicts, or simply want to create a more peaceful home, this episode offers real solutions rooted in God's Word.Ready to go deeper? Check out our Marriage Builders Course - a complete curriculum with videos, worksheets, and biblical teaching on building a strong marriage foundation. Now available as a PDF download for just $47.Bring hope home to your life today!Schafferministries.comHow Healthy Is Your Marriage? Take the QuizFollow us on InstagramJoin our monthly newsletterCheck out our books and products

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