Uninvited Guests - How to Share Hearts Instead of Words, Part 2
Uninvited Guests - How to Share Hearts Instead of Words, Part 2  
Podcast: Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram Daily Podcast
Published On: Wed Oct 15 2025
Description: In this message, Chip explains how you can improve the communication in your marriage. Communication is the highway on which love travels. Chip shares how you can start building your own relational super highway.Understanding the communication process:Definition: The meeting of MEANINGS.“Communication is the privilege of exchanging vulnerabilities.” -Norman Wright“Communication is the process of sharing yourself verbally and nonverbally in such a way that the other person can both accept and understand what you are saying.” -Norman WrightThe complete messageWords alone = 7% of meaningTone of voice = 38% of meaningFacial expression, gestures, posture, total non-verbal = 55% of meaning5 Principles that will transform communication in your home:BE HONEST - Speak the truth in love. -Ephesians 4:15, 25BE ANGRY- Deal with anger appropriately. -Ephesians 4:26-27BE DILIGENT - Work hard on your relationship. -Ephesians 4:28BE POSITIVE - Don’t wound with your words. -Ephesians 4:29-31BE FORGIVING - Be the first to say, “I’m sorry.” -Ephesians 4:32Practical skills and suggestions to enhance communication in your home:The conference - A tool for listening. Ask Three Questions:What are you concerned about?What do you desire?What are you willing to do?Word pictures - A tool for understanding“Care” lists - A tool for building: List seven simple, loving, “caring behaviors” that are non-conflict producing and not expensive that make you feel loved by your spouse.Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsMarriage Truth Cards Offer"Uninvited Guests" ResourcesConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003