Forgiveness and Humility in Marriage

Marriage is one of God's greatest gifts and one of His most refining means of grace. Because two redeemed sinners are learning to love one another in a fallen world, forgiveness and humility are not occasional virtues in marriage; they are daily necessities. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins answers a vital question for Christian couples: How can husbands and wives practice forgiveness and humility in a way that honors Christ and builds unity rather than resentment? Anchored in Colossians 3:12–13, this episode explains how: • Forgiveness flows from remembering the gospel. • Humility is expressed through honest confession. • Grace must be extended quickly to prevent bitterness. • Repentance and faith sustain unity and restore trust. If your marriage feels strained or weary, this episode offers gospel-centered hope. The same grace that reconciles sinners to God is the grace that sustains and strengthens Christian marriage. Key Scriptures: Colossians 3:12–13 Ephesians 4:26 For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/