The Bridge Austin

In this program, Chip stresses the devastating impact unresolved conflict has on a marriage.

Every marriage will eventually face struggles and arguments over four key areas:

1. Roles
2. In-laws
3. Money
4. Sex

Fighting lies with truth

Lie #9:

• Getting help for our marriage from a counselor or a mentor is for losers. We should be able to figure this out on our own, and besides, we don’t want to broadcast our problems.

The truth:

• Every great athlete, artist, and business executive knows the value of a COACH. We all get stuck on occasion and need help to work through the issues we can’t see for ourselves.

Key verse:

• 1 Peter 5:5

Lie #10 (for women):

• All he cares about is work and sports. I feel like I’m left to do all the work of raising our kids and taking care of our home. I wonder sometimes if he even cares.

The truth:

• Men default to areas where they feel confident. Your husband has fears and insecurities about being a SPIRITUAL LEADER and EFFECTIVE FATHER. Criticism and disrespect will heighten those fears and push him away.

Key verse:

• 1 Peter 3:1-2

Lie #11 (for men):

• All my wife cares about is the kids and the calendar. Our sex life is on life support because she’s always tired or making excuses. Sometimes I wonder if she even cares.

The truth:

• Women default to areas where they feel confident. Your wife has fears and insecurities about her VALUE, IDENTITY, and physical ATTRACTIVENESS. Sarcasm about sex, her looks, or her preoccupation with the kids will only reinforce her feelings of inadequacy.

Key verse:

• Ephesians 5:28-29

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One of the most valuable commodities on Earth is something that is entirely intangible. It’s not gold, it’s not cryptocurrency, or the power of friendship. It’s trust. The amount of trust in any relationship will be a key factor in determining the success of any endeavor. In the military, soldiers must trust their commander to keep them alive.  In football, players must trust their coach to lead them to victory. Today, Pastor Chris explores how our trust in God can impact the success of our work.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that just as God desired Israel to do great things, He wants the same for our lives. He longs for us to understand His ways, and take a proactive position against pride, discontentment, and selfish thinking.

When tackling an important project, it is natural to want to divide all the tasks fairly, so everyone shares the responsibilities and weight of the job. However, in this program, Chip Ingram cautions that while that strategy may be successful in the workplace, it often causes stress, burnout, and resentment at home. Hear what God’s Word says about an all-in partnership with your spouse, that is deeply rewarding and life-giving.

Fighting lies with truth

Lie #6:

• Marriage is a 50-50 proposition. As long as everyone does their part everything will be okay.

The truth:

• Marriage is a 100%-100% proposition. It is an UNCONDITIONAL commitment to an imperfect person. It’s giving the other person what they need the MOST, when they DESERVE it the least, at great PERSONAL COST.

Key verse:

• John 13:34-35

Lie #7:

• Marriage shouldn’t be this difficult. No matter how hard I work it seems like we always have issues to work through. I really wonder if it’s worth it.

The truth:

• Everything of great value requires COMMITMENT, SACRIFICE, and PERSEVERANCE. As my spouse and I face challenges and overcome them, our intimacy and joy will far outweigh our present problems.

Key verse:

• Galatians 6:9

Lie #8:

• I’ve tried hard to make this marriage work, but it’s too far gone. God wants me to be happy and I know He’ll understand if I get a divorce.

The truth:

• God HATES divorce. No marriage is beyond repair. If Jesus can raise the dead, He can certainly RESURRECT my marriage.

Key verse:

• Malachi 2:16

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Wait a minute, so Jesus went to church? Yes, that’s correct! Even though Jesus was absolutely perfect and didn’t need to learn more about God (since He is God!), He still set an example for us to follow centuries later. Jesus was all about spending time with His Heavenly Father, and what better place to do that than in the places in which God’s Word was taught? In today’s message, Pastor Chris challenges us to walk in line with Jesus’ call upon our lives, and to be followers of His example.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that, like Israel, it’s only when we live our lives dependent on God will we have the victory. It’s about creating a life of worship towards God, and the desire for victory over heart break and sin.

In this program, hear what the research reveals about cohabitation and long-term relationships, and why this sacred covenant is so much more than just a simple piece of paper.

Fighting lies with truth

Lie #3:

• Marriage is merely a man-made set of rules and restrictions. I can tailor my marriage however I want to fit my needs.

The truth:

• Marriage is an institution created by God. He designed it with specific guidelines and roles to provide SPIRITUAL, EMOTIONAL, and PHYSICAL intimacy as a family’s foundation.

Key verse:

• Genesis 2:24-25

Lie #4 (for men):

• Until my wife shows me the respect and physical affection that I need, she shouldn’t expect me to step up and lead my family God’s way.

The truth:

• It is tempting to wait for my wife to do her part before I do mine. But the only person I can change is ME. Transformation will occur when I FOCUS on being the HUSBAND God wants me to be.

Key verse:

• Ephesians 5:25

Lie #5 (for women):

• Until my husband takes the initiative in the financial, emotional, and spiritual aspects of our relationship, he shouldn’t expect me to show him the respect and affection God calls me to as a wife.

The truth:

• It is tempting to wait for my husband to do his part before I do mine. But the only person I can change is ME. Transformation will occur when I FOCUS on being the WIFE God wants me to be.

Key verse:

• Ephesians 5:22-24

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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that victorious Christian living tragically escapes many believers. They’re not told that trouble will come and that their faith will be challenged. The key is to learn from the mistakes Israel made by continuing to serve the Lord whole heartedly not just for a while, but through all our days we have on this earth.

There are countless stories of parents doing incredible things for their children – lifting cars, fighting off wild animals, standing up against injustice, or working multiple jobs, just to make sure they can buy them Christmas gifts. The love of a parent knows no bounds, and Jairus (juh-eye-rus) was no exception. Today, as Pastor Chris expounds this text, put yourself in Jairus’s shoes; how far would you go? What would you surrender to save the life of your child? Consider how Jairus’ humility might be an example to follow.