New Beginnings Baptist Church

October 5th, 2025 | Fortify | 1 Corinthians 13:4-7In this heartfelt and practical message, Pastor Matt Darby brings clarity and hope to one of the most universal struggles in marriage: conflict. As we close out the Fortify series, this episode explores a truth we all face—conflict doesn’t mean your marriage is broken, it means you’re both real people. The key? It’s not if you fight… it’s how you fight.Rooted in the agape love described in 1 Corinthians 13, Pastor Matt teaches us how to fight fair—not to protect our pride, but to protect the relationship. This kind of love is patient and kind. It doesn’t boast, keep score, or rejoice when the other is wrong. It always protects, always hopes, and never gives up.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why conflict can either drive us apart—or draw us closerWhat it looks like to fight for each other, not just with each other“Rules of engagement” rooted in Gospel love: patience, kindness, humility, and graceHow to protect your spouse’s weaknesses instead of exploiting th