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Practical Marriage Tips

Looking for some simple, straight-forward actions that you can take to improve the intimacy and communication in your marriage? Then you’ve come to the right place. This page is dedicated to sharing practical marriage tips that you can immediately apply to improve the quality of your relationship and the dynamics in your marriage.

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Practical Marriage Tips #1 - Ask God to help you see your spouse like Jesus doesEquip Your Marriage’s Practical Marriage Tips

#1 – Ask God to help you see your spouse like Jesus does. (I Samuel 16:7)

#2 – Praise your spouse today for some quality of their heart. Look them in the eyes and encourage them in love.

#3 – Couples that dream together, stay together. Start a Dream Book or Bucket List today.
 
Practical Marriage Tips #4 - Kiss your mate sweetly, passionately, tenderly, wildly, unexpectedly, and most of all, frequently.#4 – Kiss your mate sweetly, passionately, tenderly, wildly, unexpectedly, and most of all, frequently.
 
#5 – Remember all those texts and notes you used to write when you first started dating? Keep writing.
 
#6 – The best gift that you can ever give your children is a strong marriage. Prioritize accordingly.
 
#7 – Share authentically with your mate. Swedish Proverb: “Shared joy is doubled, shared sorrow is halved.”
 
#8 – Every marriage goes through seasons. Lean on God during winters. Spring is right around the corner. (Psalm 18:2)
 
#9 – Start a devotional as a couple. The study, prayer, and discussion will build deeper intimacy in your marriage.
 
#10 – Make time for your mate. Set aside minutes every day, hours every week, and days every month.
 
#11 – Cheerfully sacrifice something today for your spouse. It could be time, money, or convenience.
 
#12 – Assume the best about your mate. Always.
 
#13 – Pray with your spouse. Pray earnestly and pray daily. (I Thes 5:17)
 
#14 – Intimacy is built every day through kindness, tenderness, affection, and quality time.
 
#15 – Shared experiences are a key ingredient in marriage. Plan a 5k, a home project, or dance lessons.
 
#16 – Praise your spouse in public. Collaboratively solve problems in private. Above all, be nice. (Eph 4:32)
 
#17 – How is your mate’s heart doing? Ask thoughtful questions, listen intently, and then pray together.
 
#18 – Take a walk with your mate. You’ll get exercise, quality time, and build intimacy all at the same time.Practical Marriage Tips #18 - Take a walk with your mate. You'll get exercise, quality time, and build intimacy all at once!
 
#19 – Humans crave touch. Find opportunities to massage, caress, embrace, kiss, scratch, and snuggle your mate.
 
#20 – Pursue the heart of your mate today by listening well. Listen, understand, empathize, then respond. (James 1:19)
 
#21 – Become an expert in your mate and earn a PHD in his or her love language.
 
#22 – Do a chore today that your spouse normally does. And do it with a smile. (Phil 2:3-5)
 
#23 – Hold hands, just like when you were newly-weds.
 
#24 – Flowers, cards, and candy are sold year round, not just on holidays.
 
#25 – Whatever you have done to hurt your mate, you must patiently and prayerfully heal their heart.
 
#26 – Identify your mate’s passion and provide them with constant prayer and encouragement to follow their heart.
 
#27 – Don’t just hug your spouse. Embrace them with warmth, tenderness, and enthusiasm.
 
#28 – Marriage is built on service. Find an opportunity to serve your soulmate today.
 
#29 – Call or text your spouse for no reason at all today.
 
#30 – The eyes are the window to soul. Take a moment to stop and get lost in your partner’s eyes today.
 
Practical Marriage Tip - Ask God to reveal a quality of your mate today that you have overlooked.#31 – Ask God to reveal a quality of your mate today that you have overlooked.
 
#32 – Find another couple that can serve as mentors in your marriage. Seek wisdom. (Proverbs 11:14)
 
#33 – Stop looking to your mate to meet all of your needs. Your spouse is imperfect. Only God can meet your needs.
 
#34 – Give your mate a massage today and refuse any form of repayment. It’s good to give.
 
#35 – Surprise your spouse today with a thoughtful card, favorite drink, a balloon, a flower, or all of the above!
 
#36 – Music is powerful and soulful. Find a song that expresses your love and share it with your mate. (Isaiah 5:1)
 
#37 – Try and go the entire day without saying anything negative about your spouse. (Eph 4:29)
 
#38 – Pull out an old photo album or school yearbook, cuddle on the couch with your spouse and take a walk down memory lane.
 
#39 – Switch responsibilities with your mate for a day or two so that you can walk a mile in one another’s shoes.
 
#40 – Find out what battles your mate is fighting and then come alongside them with support, encouragement, and prayer.
 
#41 – Be your mate’s biggest fan. Praise and encourage them to reach their full potential today. (Hebrews 10:24)
 
#42 – Plan a screen-free date (no phones, tablets, TVs, or movies) for this week and focus on being a thoughtful listener.
 
#43 – Create a list of 7 ways you are thankful for your spouse. For the next week, leave a note of thankfulness each day for them to find.

#44 – What expectations do you have of your spouse? Let go of those in favor of unconditional love. (I Corinthians 13)

#45 – It’s not so much what you say, it’s HOW you say it. Commit today to improve the TONE you use. (Proverbs 15:1)

#46 – Greet your mate warmly each time you interact. Make them feel special every day.

#47 – “Ask” your spouse out on a date this week. Send an invitation by text, email, or hand-written card.

#48 – God blessed your marriage with differences. Celebrate don’t criticize your mate. (James 1:17)

#49 – Two people can’t “make their point” at the same time. Love your mate by listening. (Proverbs 17:28)

#50 – Every day this week, dedicate a portion of your quiet time to praying for your spouse.


 
To understand more about how to apply these practical marriage tips in the context of your own marriage, check out our relationship advice page.
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