Busyness may look normal, but it’s quietly draining your marriage emotionally, physically, spiritually, and sexually. In this episode, Scott, Derek, and Gabrielle unpack why most of our busyness is a choice, how to discern when to say yes or no, and practical ways to create margin, live on mission, and protect what matters most at home.

Scriptures:

Romans 12:1-2

Ephesians 5:15-17

Matthew 16:25

Genesis 2:25

Questions to Discuss:

1. What are some of the reasons you and your spouse are overly busy in your lives and schedule?

2. What is the cost of your busyness to your marriage and family? (i.e., health, money, intimacy)

3. Which of your current commitments are true needs and which are really choices that reflect your lifestyle preferences or fear of missing out?

4. Who in your community group or trusted circle needs to speak into your level of busyness and help you evaluate your commitments?

Resources:

Podcast - More Than Roommates, Episode 41 - Why Busyness Might Destroy Your Marriage (feat. Gary Thomas)

Podcast - More Than Roommates, Episode 31 - Too Busy to Get Busy (Part 2 of 3 in a series on marital intimacy)

Book - Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, by Peter Scazzero

Book - Practicing the Way, by John Mark Comer