Sermons on 1 Corinthians 7:12:

What Does The Bible Say About Divorce? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

Self-centeredness is the main problem for marriages. If you’re married, it’s the main problem in your marriage. If you’re not married, it will be the main problem if you ever get married. If you’re divorced, it probably was the main problem in the marriage you left.

Have you heard the one about Adam and his “spare rib”? As you know, in the beginning God made Adam and put him in paradise. Adam was allowed to enjoy all the many wonders of the Garden of Eden and was given the job of naming all the animals. But after he had named them-rather a long task – there ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:1-12, 1 Corinthians 7:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Concern- Questions About Marriage Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 9, 2022

This is the 80th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 11th sermon from 1 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#80] A LETTER OF CONCERN- QUESTIONS ABOUT MARRIAGE 1 Corinthians 7:1-16 Introduction: This is the 2nd Sermon in a section of 1 Corinthians that is about pleasing God with your body. It should matter to Christians to please God in all areas of their lives. We need to be reminded ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Detailed, Multi-Part Look At Biblical Marriage And Divorce Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 20, 2019

Second, only to a personal relationship with God, marriage is the single most important relationship that a Born-Again Christian will ever have.

Marriage is the most HOLY thing they will ever do. Marriage is about living in harmony, commonality, and agreement, which is impossible without both partners being Born-Again (See 2 Cor 6:14-7-2). It should be entered into just like the High Priest entering into the Holy of Holies - with reverent ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:13-17, Romans 7:2-3, 1 Corinthians 7:39, 1 Corinthians 7:10-17, Ephesians 5:21-33, 1 Peter 3:1-7, Matthew 10:34-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Romance Is Gone Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 22, 2022

When the romance is gone from your marriage, stay married and be a channel of blessing to your family. However, set your unbelieving spouse free if he or she wants out.

Sonja Ely, of Dallas, Oregon, was watching her 5-year-old granddaughter Christy play with her dolls. At one point, Christy “staged” a wedding, first playing the role of the bride's mother who assigned specific duties, then suddenly becoming the bride with her “teddy bear” groom. She picked him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16, Romans 5:8, Mark 10:11-12, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Is It Good To Not Touch A Woman? (1 Corinthians 7:1-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 14, 2022

For most people, the answer is this: you should have a spouse, you should "have" your spouse, and your spouse should "have" you.

Let's start today, by simply reading 1 Corinthians 7:1: (1) Now, concerning the things which you wrote, "[it is] good for a man, a woman/wife not to touch." [a woman/wife is focused in Greek]. This sentence is almost certainly a Corinthian slogan that Paul is quoting. Paul not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-17

Keep The Marriage Intact Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 5, 2022

Divorce is a concession and not God's original intent. If separated, remain as we are. Do not initiate divorce even if your spouse is an unbeliever. Stay and bless the marriage and family, by the working of God's grace through you.

The word “intact” is beautiful, it means “not damaged or impaired in any way.” • Keep the marriage intact, so that the marriage union is not damaged or impaired in any way. Keep it intact and complete. From chapter 7 onwards Paul was answering the questions raised by the Corinthians in a letter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16, Matthew 19:6-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Christian And Divorce Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 28, 2021

The one thing that is clear in the Bible is that divorce is never the best way to go. Divorce is negative. Nobody ever rejoices that a divorce is a part of their life.

Dave Howell, The World Service Secretary Of The YMCA, was going to give a speech on his experience in Liberia. There were three speakers before him, and the first mentioned that Howell had come from Libya to be there, instead of Liberia. Howell whispered to the next speaker that he would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:8-16

Divorce And Remarriage Part 2 Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 28, 2021

Christian couples have an obligation to Christ, and to His body the church to make sure they get all of the marriage counseling available to avoid divorce.

I got a kick out of the story I heard the other day. This man had gone to a psychiatrist, and after a great deal of examination he asked the doctor, "What is wrong with me?" The doctor replied, "I think you are crazy." "I demand a second opinion," the man insisted. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16

The Ideal And The Real Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

The real ideal is to always have two people married who are Christians. But the fact is, all through history you have to deal with the mixed marriage of the Christian and non-Christian.

Mary was branded as a backslider when she divorced her husband of 20 years. Her church asked her to resign from all her roles, and the outrage pastor demanded-how could you? Mary endured the pain of criticism as long as she could, and then she moved away. The pastor of her new church questioned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:12-16

The Pauline Privilege Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

The Bible demands that you be open to the power of exceptions, for only those who are, are open to the spirit of grace. Even under Old Testament law we see examples of exceptions that allow grace to dominate.

Thousands of young boys walked past the Bathwell Castle in England, and none ever dreamed of climbing up the chimney to carve his name at the top. There was one exception, however. One boy did the unusual, and his name was David Livingstone. That boy went on to become one of histories most famous ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:12-16

Divorce Or Separation? Which Is Acceptable By God?

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jul 8, 2024

We have learned God's statutes for marriage. The world does not follow these statutes very well; they did not at the first of mankind, nor are they any better today. Many believe divorce is a righteous means to dissolve unwanted marriages.

We have learned God's statutes for marriage. The world does not follow these statutes very well; they did not at the first of mankind, nor are they any better today. Marriage is to be between a man and his chosen bride; one woman. In the Bible we see the selection of the wife is either by the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-17, 1 Timothy 2:13-14, Ephesians 5:22-25, Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Identifying The Unbeliever

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jul 9, 2024

Apostle Paul told Corinth's members to not be yoked to unbelievers. Who is an unbeliever? Does scripture identify them for us?

As we continue our study on 1 Corinthians chapter 7, we are introduced to someone identified as an unbeliever; spoken of when Apostle Paul wrote this letter to Corinth. For us to identify unbelievers we need to read 2 Corinthians 6:14-16. This is one passage identifying two types of unbelievers. 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-16, Deuteronomy 13:13, 1 Samuel 2:12, 1 Corinthians 7:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Handling A Difficult Marriage Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025

Handling a difficult marriage requires wisdom, patience, forgiveness, and prayer. No matter the challenge, God is able to heal and restore any broken relationship.

HANDLING A DIFFICULT MARRIAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:22-33, 1 Peter 3:1-7, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 19:6 INTRODUCTION: Marriage is a divine institution ordained by God for companionship, love, and mutual support. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Family SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 13, 2023

Help my congregation to know and see that God desires for us to have a perfect home.

Good morning, dear members of our church family. We are gathered here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to engage in a conversation, a dialogue if you will, about a topic that is near and dear to all our hearts - the concept of family. Family, as we all know, is not just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-16

Topics: God's Way

Unbeliever Is Sanctified By Believing Person. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 29, 2024

As believers in Christ, we are called to be a light in the darkness

As believers in Christ, we are called to be a light in the darkness, to share the Good News with those around us, and to bring hope to a world in need. But did you know that our influence can go even further? The Bible teaches that unbelievers can be sanctified, or set apart, by their relationship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:14, 1 Corinthians 7:12-13