In this stand-alone sermon from Pastor Jimmy Evans, we learn about what it takes to have successful, God-honoring communication in your marriage. Communication is the most important skill in marriage because it transcends every area of marriage and is essential for health & intimacy. For effective communication to take place we must realize that there are different reasons for it and different levels we communicate on. Keys to successful communication in marriage: 1. The right tone 2. Enough time 3. An atmosphere of trust 4. The truth spoken in love 5. A team spirit Types of time needed for effective communication in marriage: 1. Proactive communication time 2. Personal communication time 3. Intimate communication time Man and woman’s needs are different by God’s design. Trust is the key ingredient that allows us to open our hearts to each other. Truth without grace is mean. Grace without truth is meaningless. Truth and grace is medicine. We have God-given differences that are there to make us stronger and better – but they only work when we understand and celebrate them. Commit to: 1. The right tone 2. Enough time 3. Creating an atmosphere of trust 4. Speaking the truth in love 5. Creating a team spirit as permanent, inviolable standards of communication.