In the 5th episode of the Men of Grace Podcast, Mike Adams, a member of Grace Church’s Spartanburg campus, discusses conflict in marriage, personalities and how they manifest passivity, and the role of community in navigating marital conflict. Share, listen, and discuss the application, key ideas, and scripture references in a one on one conversation or with a group of men. 
Share, listen and then discuss the Episode 5 Study Questions (https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/men-at-grace) in a one on one conversation or with a group of men.
RESOURCES
Here are also some other key concepts Jacob communicates during this episode:
1. Mike shared how his Type A personality caused him to be passive in his relationships and lacking in empathy. What aspects of your personality cause you to lean more towards passivity? How does passivity manifest itself in your life?
2. How do the personality differences between you and your spouse lead to conflict in your marriage?
3. Have you ever sought out Biblical community to address problems in your marriage? What could be the possible benefits of this type of vulnerability?
4. Read 2 Timothy 1:7 and Galatians 6:2. How do these scriptures speak to the importance of biblical community and vulnerability? What are some ways you can choose to reject passivity and move towards responsibility in your marriage?

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline." - 2 Timothy 1:7
"Share each other’s burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ." - Galatians 6:2  

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
A Man and His Wife Study mention: This teaching can be found by visiting: gracechurchsc.org/mrt
Biblical Femininity Study mention: This teaching can be found by visiting: gracechurchsc.org/ezer
Join a men’s roundtable study by finding a campus near you and register for Authentic Manhood by visiting: gracechurchsc.org/mrt
If you know a man that would benefit from hearing this episode, share it with him. Having intentional conversations around these principles is a great way to disciple and help others move towards Christ and the Church.
Have questions or want us to discuss a topic? Email us at menatgrace@gracechurchsc.org.