The Seven C’s: A Weekly Marriage Meeting Guide
Week of: ________________________________ Meeting time: ______________________________
Begin with Grace
Speak truthfully, listen without interrupting, and remember that this is a time for covenant care, not a performance review. The suggested 60-minute rhythm is flexible. Complex issues may require a separate conversation.
C1. Christ | 10 minutes
Our walk with Christ and prayer for one another
Where have you seen God at work? What prayer or support is needed?
Confession and Repentance | within Christ and Conflict
Where there has been wrongdoing, name your own action, ask forgiveness, and identify a changed response. Do not require a confession when there is nothing specific to confess.
C2. Conflict | 15 minutes
Truthful repair, not an argument to win
What remains unresolved? What do we each own? What is the next step or follow-up time?
C3. Connection | 10 minutes
Friendship, care, affection, and feeling known
Have we felt connected? What do you need from me this week?
This Week’s Shared Life
C4. Children | 10 minutes
Consider each child’s needs and one discipleship priority
Who needs attention or encouragement? What decision requires unity?
C5. Chores | 5 minutes
Agree on what needs doing, who owns it, and when it will be done.
| Task | Owner | By when |
|---|---|---|
C6. Calendar | 5 minutes
Check appointments, work, church, family time, and rest. Record decisions that affect both spouses.
| Commitment or conflict | When | Action |
|---|---|---|
C7. Cash | 5 minutes
Bills, spending, saving, giving, and pending decisions
What changed? What needs agreement or follow-through?
Agreements and Closing Prayer
List up to three clear actions; carry unfinished significant conversations into a separate time.
| Our commitment | Who | When |
|---|---|---|
One thing I appreciate about you this week:
Pray together: Ask Christ for wisdom, humility, faithful follow-through, and love.