Sermons on Alternative Marriage:

A Christians Checkbook- The Value Of Love Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 20, 2024

This is the 183rd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 20th sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#183] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- THE VALUE OF LOVE Ephesians 5:25-33 Introduction: One of the main themes of the Bible is love. That love is seen over and over throughout the Bible. Without love, there is no creation, no salvation through Jesus, no Holy Spirit within us; and I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing The Joy Of Staying In Love Through The Seasons Of Married Life

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 4, 2024

Embracing the Joy of Staying in Love through the Seasons of Married Life (Valentine’s Day Homily)

Embracing the Joy of Staying in Love through the Seasons of Married Life Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Reflection Love, the basis of human connection, develops in many ways as partners overcome the difficulties of matrimony. From the magical beginnings to the steadfast dedication of elder ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Other

Tinatanggap Ang Kagalakan Ng Pananatili Sa Pag-Ibig Sa Mga Panahon Ng Buhay Na Mag-Asawa

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 5, 2024

Tinatanggap ang Kagalakan ng Pananatili sa Pag-ibig sa mga Panahon ng Buhay na Mag-asawa

Tinatanggap ang Kagalakan ng Pananatili sa Pag-ibig sa mga Panahon ng Buhay na Mag-asawa Banal na Kasulatan: 1 Corinto 13:1-13 Pagninilay Ang pag-ibig, ang batayan ng koneksyon ng tao, ay nabubuo sa maraming paraan habang ang mga kasosyo ay nagtagumpay sa mga paghihirap ng pag-aasawa. Mula sa ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Other

Blood Covenant: A Life Changing Understanding Of Our Relationship With God

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Mar 12, 2024

You might be wondering: Can I ever lose my salvation? What is God’s special plan for World History & for Israel? What did Jesus mean by: “This is the New covenant in my blood?” Understanding Blood covenant powerfully answers these important questions.

BLOOD COVENANT: A Life Changing Understanding of Your Relationship with the LORD God Almighty (Genesis 12, 15, 17, 18) Some of Life’s most Important Questions are answered by understanding Blood Covenant: Can I ever lose my salvation? What is God’s special plan for World History ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Let No-One Put Asunder

Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 5, 2023

Christian marriage is sacred. This short sermon describes what the biblical definition of marriage is and what the biblical grounds for divorce are. God hates divorce so therefore divorce should only be the very last option in any marriage.

You probably already know what this mini-sermon is about before I even finish this first sentence. Well, you are right, it's about marriage. Now in this message, I’m talking about the biblical definition and Christian view of marriage, not the secular view and what today’s society wants ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-6, Ephesians 5:31, Malachi 2:16, Matthew 19:9, Psalm 11:5, Psalm 147:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Wedding At Cana

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Sep 10, 2023

Like all scripture, there are many lessons in this text. I want to focus on just three.

The Wedding in Cana John 2:1-10 1 On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there; 2 and both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the wedding. 3 When the wine ran out, the mother of Jesus said to Him, “They have no wine.” 4 ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-10

The Covenant Remains!

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Sep 15, 2023

Ever notice how when a man and a woman want to get married, they go to God and have a church wedding? But when they want a divorce, they go to man? They go to church to say, "I do", but they go to court to say, "I quit!" Does God accept that?

Ever notice how when a man and a woman want to get married, they go to God and have a church wedding? But when they want a divorce, they go to man? They go to church to say, "I do", but they go to court to say, "I quit!". They go to a judge, who is a man or a woman, whatever the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:6, Matthew 19:1-10, 1 Corinthians 7:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Single Vs Married Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 18, 2023

How content are you in your circumstance? Are you single wishing to be married? Are you married wishing you were single? Where you are right now is the circumstance that the Lord has you in. The real question is not so much about your contentment but in making use of your circumstance to serve him.

1 Corinthians 7:32-40 Single vs. Married 11/2/03 D. Marion Clark Introduction I’ve almost made it! I’ve waded through the swampy water of chapter 7 and the dry bank is before me. Just one more slippery step to take, one more dangerous issue. Which is better: to be single or to be married? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:32-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Letter To The Exiles

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Sep 21, 2023

Some of you are in exile from people who were, at one time, your friends. And some of you are in exile from your spouse. I have a word from God that will bring you hope in your time in exile from whatever it is you are in exile for.

Well, I hope you have your Bibles with you, cuz I'm gonna have you do a lot of thumbing! Amen? I want to start in the book of Jerimiah chapter 29 as today I want to share with you a word the Lord has laid heavily on my heart. I have named this message after the name given for it in the Bible, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wedding At Cana

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 8, 2023

Jesus reveals himself by the works of the first miracle.

Today let us meditate on John chapter 2. The Apostle John has written his gospel for one purpose, that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. When we believe you might have life, eternal life, in His name. The whole purpose of this gospel is just to line up supporting proofs for ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Virtue

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 2, 2023

Virtue is defined as a behavior that depicts high moral standards. It promotes integrity, solidity and significantly features kindness and understanding toward others.

Matshona Dhliwayo, a Zimbabwean-born and Canadian-based philosopher, entrepreneur and author once remarked: “When truth looks in the mirror, virtue looks out. When courage looks in the mirror, faith looks out. When charity looks in the mirror, love looks out. When contentment looks in the mirror, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:11-20, Galatians 5:22, Philippians 4:8, Proverbs 16:9

Rebekah And Isaac: Married At First Sight? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 11, 2023

Isaac, son of Abraham, was still grieving over the death of his mother Sarah. His father, Abraham, sent a servant to the land of Abraham's brother to find Isaac a wife. This was a true "Married at First Sight" story!

(Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO, on 2-05-2023. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: This is February and I have to confess I didn’t think we’d ever get out of January! But here we are and the Lord is with us. Now, February is usually known as the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love Our Spouses Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Feb 20, 2023

For the love of family, we must love our spouses. But what does it mean to love our spouses? Scripture teaches us that the marriage of a man and woman is a picture of Jesus and His bride, the church. We need to learn to love our spouses as Jesus loves the church.

Introduction Video Ill.: I Love My Wife — The Skit Guys The Stories Behind the Heart Emoji Source: Marilyn Yalom, The Amorous Heart (Basic Books, 2018), pages 219-223 Copied from Preaching Today https://www.preachingtoday.com/illustrations/2022/august/stories-behind-heart-emoji.html   The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, Titus 2:3-5, Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rose Of Sharon

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 29, 2022

Song of Solomon is about a man and a woman, their love, courtship, and marriage. It is an allegory of God's love for Israel and/or the church. Here we look at the "I am" of 2:1-2.

This is a story that tells another story. The bridegroom (Christ) comparing Himself to a common flower in Israel. Why? The Lord compares Himself to other objects: The Bread of Life John 6:35, And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Una Teología Del Matrimonio

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 7, 2023

El matrimonio fue creado por Dios y, por lo tanto, Dios decide qué es permisible para que ocurra un estado de matrimonio.

Una teología del matrimonio Por Rick Gillespie-Mobley Génesis 2:24-25 Resumen: Esta es una enseñanza bíblica sobre el propósito y diseño de Dios para el matrimonio. ________________________________________ Matrimonio: ¿Cuál es el propósito de todo ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24-25, Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed