• I Peter 3:1-6
  • Dangers of cohabitation
  • I Peter 3:1-6:
    • In the same way [as Christ], you wives, be submissive.
    • Adorn your heart more than your body.
    • Imitate the holy women in former times.
  • Evaluation
    • Did she revel against her husband?
    • Did she submit in everything (non-sinful)?
    • Did she submit as to the Lord?
    • Did she adorn her heart more than her body?
    • Did she imitate holy women?
  • Bible principles which help marital communication
    • Genesis 11:1-9; 10:5 – The Tower of Babel
    • We must learn how to LISTEN!
      • John 21:21-23 – You have to listen carefully!
      • Good listening takes effort, so develop a receptive heart.
        • Proverbs 2:1-2
        • John 10:20
      • Focus on listening before figuring out your response.
        • Proverbs 18:13
        • James 1:19 – Be quick to hear and slow to speak.
        • Luke 2:46-47