Marriage Ministry Blog

Apology languages

Forgiveness is vitally important in Marriage. Usually the forgiveness process begins with an apology.

Wayne and I recently read a book called, "The Language of Apology" by Dr. Gary Chapman. His premise is that each of us has an apology 'language'. If we can learn our spouses 'language' then our apology will be more readily accepted and lead to reconciliation. Here are the apology languages. Which statement(s) would reflect a sincere apology to you?

Apology Language #1 Expressing Regret "I am sorry"

Apology Language #2 Accepting Responsibility "I was wrong"

Apology Language #3 Making Restitution "What can I do to make it right?"

Apology Language #4 Genuinely Repenting "I'll try not to do that again."

Apology Language #5 Requesting Forgiveness "Will you please forgive me?"

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