Covenant Army Marriage Podcast

How To Move From Power Struggle To Power Couple - Pt.1


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In this episode, Brent and Lucy discuss the power struggle that often occurs in relationships. They define power struggle as a dynamic where both partners vie for control, authority, or dominance. They explore the biblical origins of power struggle and how it is a consequence of sin. They also identify common signs of power struggle in relationships, such as consistent arguments, dominance and control, and withholding affection or intimacy. The episode concludes with strategies for resolving power struggles, including dealing with selfishness, fearing God, understanding divine roles, and choosing equality and fairness.

Takeaways

  • Power struggle is a common dynamic in relationships, where both partners vie for control, authority, or dominance.
  • Power struggle is a consequence of sin and is rooted in the curse spoken by God in Genesis.
  • Common signs of power struggle include consistent arguments, dominance and control, and withholding affection or intimacy.
  • To resolve power struggles, couples should focus on dealing with selfishness, fearing God, understanding divine roles, and choosing equality and fairness.

  • Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    00:58 Definition of Power Struggle

    02:27 The Curse of Power Struggle

    03:27 Identifying Power Struggles

    05:24 Resolving Power Struggles

    08:19 Dealing with Selfishness

    10:45 Fearing God

    12:13 Recognizing Spiritual Problems

    17:53 Understanding Divine Roles

    20:33 Choosing Equality and Fairness


    Article - Power Struggle in Relationships: Signs & Ways to Deal

    https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/power-struggle-in-relationships/


    Article - Resolving Power Struggles in Your Marriage

    https://www.covenantkeepers.org/online-articles/42-conflict-resolution/572-resolving-power-struggles-in-your-marriage-3


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