The Marriage Expedition: Essential Supplies for the Journey #2 • A Stethoscope
Main point. “The key to communication is not speaking; it is ______________.”
Key Bible Passages – Exodus 7:8-13; Jeremiah 7:26, 16:12, Ps. 10:17; Mt. 13:19; James 1:19; Prov. 18:13
- Although it looks ______________, listening is an ______________ process of trying to understand.
So, how can I learn to listen well? Seven suggestions…
- Plan ______________ to listen
- Learn to ______________ good questions
- Listen for ______________
- When listening, do not ________-________
- Stop re-______________ and listen
- Be aware of your ______________ ______________
- Consider giving your spouse a ______________