The Believer’s Marriage
- Marriage was God’s Idea
- The Bible defines marriage between a man and a woman.
- Not a civil union, but a divine relationship.
- A Covenant between three; husband, wife and God.
- A celebration of two people with one objective – to serve God together.
- The World’s Perspective
- What’s-in-it-for-me?
- If it feels good, do it. Pre-marital sex, pornography and adulterous thoughts are considered normal.
- Divorce is an option if things don’t work out.
- Two lives under one roof; separate goals.
- The Husband’s Role
- Priest — keeps marriage committed to God I Co. 11:3, I Pt. 3:7
- Provider — vision, goals, finances
- Protector — from anything destructive to marriage; low self-esteem, wrong priorities, unguarded affections
- The Wife’s Role
- Honor — husband as head of the home
- Helper — whatever’s needed to achieve marital goals
- Homemaker — creating an atmosphere of security, trust, peace and unconditional love Titus 2:5
- Beware of Four Areas
Learn how to handle these hot topics before they arrive:- Communication — wait for the right time, express yourself in a kind, but honest way and relinquish your need to be right. Eph. 4:29-32
- Finances — Different opinions breed strife.
- Sexual Issues — learn and practice unconditional love
- Relatives — allegiance to spouse is foundational. Mk. 10:7
