Sermons on Marriage (Page 2)
Wait but don’t wait
Sermon Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:6-9, Matthew 19:11-12, 1 Timothy 5:1-16 The bedroom for singles is a construction zone in which only the owner is allowed. Singleness can be freeing but also discouraging. Wait, don’t “awaken love until it pleases.” But, don’t wait to be who God created you to be. What the Bible says about being single… 1 Corinthians 7:7-8 It’s good Be as Paul was Matthew 19:10-12 Marriage isn’t God’s plan for everyone Better to stay single than become How COVID has affected us
Why do you not accept our worship?
Sermon Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16 Our life is an offering to God. (Malachi 2:10) Presented to Him – Romans 12:1 Presented to others – 2 Corinthians 3:2 Presented to each other – John 13:35 Marriage is an offering to God. (Malachi 2:11) God gave woman to man – Genesis 2 Evenly yoked – 2 Corinthians 6:14 Man is to love her – Ephesians 5:25 Woman is to submit and respect him – Ephesians 5:22,33b Man leaves mother/father and unites with wife How COVID has affected us
This is our Story
three stories of God working in us Alex & Katheryn Hockin – Newlyweds share how God brought them togetherScott & Nick – Hear how God uses young people to change lives.Kari & Christine – New Christians allowing God to serve the children with joy through them.
The One Design that Seems to Escape our World
Ephesians 5:21-33 Genesis 1:1-2:3 God’s design for creation was: Light and dark Heaven and earth Water and land Life Rest God’s design for forgiveness of sin is blood sacrifice Adam and Eve (Genesis 3:21) People of Israel (Leviticus 4:27-29) Jesus (Hebrews 9:11-12,22) God’s design for believers is: Confess with our mouth (Exodus 24:3;Romans 10:9-10) Believe in our heart (John 3:16) Repent (2 Chronicles 7:14;Acts 2:38) Unity (Genesis 17:10;Jeremiah 32:38;Romans 6:5) God’s design for marriage is: Submission (Ephesians 5:21-24) Love (Ephesians How COVID has affected us
God’s Design for Marriage
Colossians 3:17-19 Genesis 1:26-2:23 There’s No Such Thing as a Perfect Marriage Avoid at all costs the “Exchange System” in marriage (aka the “if only” game) Committing to speak our spouses love language (find your love language at 5lovelanguages.com) We can live selflessly in marriage with our words Ephesians 5:21
The Four C’s of Marriage
Tim & Anita Severance share important topics that affect every marriage. Genesis 3:14-21 I. Communication in Marriage – Ephesians 4:15; James 1:19 II. Conflict in Marriage – 1 Corinthians 7:28 III. Connection in Marriage – Genesis 2:24; Mark 10:8-9 IV. Christ in Marriage – Matthew 7:24-27
Divide and Be Conquered
Satan tried to divide the one flesh into two. (v. 1-5) He spoke directly to Eve He tried to confuse God’s words (3:1) The instruction was given to Adam (2:15-17) Individually, Eve made a decision. (v. 6) No mention of a discussion Good for food, delight to the eyes, able to make one wise Together, Adam and Eve discovered the consequences of sin. (v. 7-8) Before sin, Adam and Eve saw the world through innocent eyes After sin, Adam and How COVID has affected us
Transfer of Responsibility
God placed man in the garden to work. From his work he would sustain life. There were limitations to the provision. There were consequences for going beyond the limitations. God noticed Adam’s loneliness. Not good No suitable helper – no obvious helper for him God created a suitable helper. From Adam’s rib Like him God gave away the first bride. Adam rejoiced about his gift Adam gave her a name Two became one and there was no shame. Physically Emotionally How COVID has affected us
Biblical Marriage
Ephesians 5:22-33 Biblical Marriage is for ________ – filled people. Biblical Marriage is a __________ and not a contract. Biblical Marriage is _____________. Marriage Tips Listen / communicate more than you talk Don’t think about what you’re going to say while the other person is talking. Respond with “Is this what you said?” and allow clarification. Don’t check your phone when you’re listening. Voice mail for a reason. Don’t let the sun go down on your anger. God is more How COVID has affected us
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