How To Lose Your Family In 10 Easy Ways: Criticize Your Family | Josh Laxton (Sermon)

Are criticism and sarcasm draining the life from your marriage? This message defines the criticism spiral—blame, absolutes, attacks, comparisons, and sarcasm—and shows a better way: Celebrate your mate. You’ll learn how to: • Spot the hidden “needs vs. wants” that fuel constant critique • Replace criticism with four biblical practices from Genesis 2: 1. See your spouse as God’s gift—and sing gratitude 2. Sacrificially give time, presence, and help 3. Love as you love yourself (Eph. 5) using practical love languages 4. Anticipate a shared future—purpose, plans, and mission together Move from tearing down to building up—and watch the flame return. 📖 Scripture: Genesis 2:22–23; Ephesians 5:28–30 🗓️ Preached at Northland Church | Sept 6–7, 2025 🎙️ Series: How to Lose Your Family in 10 Easy Ways 🙌 Like • 🔔 Subscribe • 💬 What’s one way you’ll celebrate your spouse this week?  ⸻ 🏷️ Hashtags #celebrateyourmate #christianmarriage #genesis2 #ephesians5 #northlandchurch #marriagegodsway #stopcriticism #lovelanguages #faithandfamily #biblicalcounseling