I Think My Spouse And I Need To Check In With Each Other Regularly, But How Should We Do That?

Tired of check-ins that turn into criticism, tension, or silence? This practical teaching shows couples how to restore genuine friendship through short, intentional daily check-ins focused on highs, lows, and God sightings—creating positive deposits that rebuild emotional safety and open the door for deeper, healthier conversations without drifting into complaints.

Questions to Consider

What if the real reason your marriage feels distant isn't a lack of talking, but a lack of making positive deposits through simple, friendly check-ins?
Have you ever considered that your spouse's withdrawal or cynicism might be a shield protecting them from past negative conversations, rather than a sign they don't care?
If you limited your daily check-in to just sharing highs, lows, and God sightings without any criticism, how might that rebuild the friendship you had while dating?
When tension arises and you feel the urge to vent or correct, what would it look like to entrust it to the Lord and keep the check-in focused on encouragement instead?

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