Communication is a natural, basic interaction in healthy loving relationships. Successful communication depends on correctly hearing and understanding what is said for the central purpose of responding appropriately. This is achieved by speaking or acting in ways that are non-threatening and non-offensive.
How a person looks, their facial expression, the tone of their voice, and the look in their eyes contribute to non-verbal messages. Search talk is a form of communication where both verbal and non-verbal expressions are explored for better understanding.
Search talk’s objective is to explore solutions to problems. Search talk is successful when each person remains committed to a mutual, shared purpose. Romans 8:27 reminds us that God searches our hearts to thoroughly know the motives that trigger our thinking and behavior. As we ask God to help us search our own heart, he gives us insight and wisdom for being committed to actions that honor him and those with whom we are in relationship.
You have looked deep into my heart, Lord, and you know all about me.
~Psalm 139:1 Contemporary English Version
The hearts of wise people guard their mouths. Their
words make people want to learn more.
~Proverbs 16:23 New International Reader’s Version
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