Sermons on Gender Neutral Marriage:

A Mother's Greatest Gift Series

Contributed by Harold Hansen on May 15, 2009

A message for mothers and about mothers and the family

A Mother’s Greatest Gift 2 Timothy 1:1-7 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Boy Meets Girl: The S-Word

Contributed by John Bishop on Mar 25, 2009

Pastor John Bishop deals head-on with one of the most difficult issues for Christian men and women in love-relationships to deal with--the issue of submission.

Today we’re in a series, and this is going to be hard. This is going to be one of those talks; this is going to be one of those things that agitate you before it makes you comfortable; it’s going to be one of those talks that’s going to irritate you before you get it. We’re going to look at the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jul 22, 2008

When we are envious or jealous of the life someone else has, we show we are not grateful for what God has given us. Also a section that deals with the issue of Interracial marriage found in this passage.

There was once a young man decided to join a monastery that had a vow of silence. The monks were not allowed to speak with the exception of their birthday. Once a year on their birthday each monk could come before the monk in charge and speak two words. They always chose their words ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Promises, Promises Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 11, 2011

The system of sexual morality which begins with God operates on three levels, in three dimensions. First it binds the individual, then the couple, and finally the entire society. And each dimension reflects something of the nature of our Creator.

So what is all this fuss over marriage about, anyway? And why shouldn’t any two people who love each other be given the blessing of church and state? Come to think of it, why should it be limited to two people? After all, David had any number of wives, at least 8 that we know of not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Genesis 24 - The Perfect Wife Or A Domesticated Doormat? - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jun 15, 2011

What is the Formula in the 50’s FOR THE PERFECT WIFE? Is Rebekah just a doormat? God loves her but everyone else seems to have a plan for her life. Ever feel like this? Abraham’s servant sees her as a mission, but will she have any say?

Genesis 24 - THE PERFECT WIFE OR A DOMESTICATED DOORMAT? - Part 6 The Formula in the 50’s FOR THE PERFECT WIFE - get your work done, have dinner ready for your husband, look good for him, minimize any noise before he arrives at the door after work, be happy to see him, don’t greet him with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Working Together In Our Walk Together” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 29, 2012

If we are to walk together in meaningful relationship, we must we willing to work together on agreed upon goals and objectives.

The principle laid out for us in Amos 3:3 applies to every relationship in life, beginning, of course, with our relationship with God. If I am going to walk with God, I must agree with Him on His directives for my life. It is only as I am willing to work with God on what He wants to do in me and ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

Is Your Marriege A Complementary Or A Competition

Contributed by Hans Manaka on Nov 14, 2013

This will help you to answer questions that will arise in marriage relation before getting into one. The biggest mistake you can make is getting into a love relationship and extend it into commitment without first checking what motivates its existence.

An Easy but not so Easy Question to answer…. The question might seem easy to answer but this can go beyond an answer. Mostly questions are answered from theory level than from the depth of experience and connection to the question. I hope I am not speaking in tongues. I have been on a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:9

Denomination: *other

Christ Rebuked His Mother

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 20, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you quick to obey? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show benefits of quick obedience. IV. TEXT: John 2:4-5 (Amplified Bible) Jesus said to her, [Dear] woman, what is that to you and to Me? [What

I. EXORDIUM: Are you quick to obey? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show benefits of quick obedience. IV. TEXT: John 2:4-5 (Amplified Bible) Jesus said to her, [Dear] woman, what is that to you and to Me? [What do we have in common? Leave it to Me.] My time (hour to ...read more

Scripture: John 2:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Battle Of The Home Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 11, 2013

The Battle of the Home begins with victory in the battle of the mind. However, there are further clear directions in scriptures to insure that the home is a fortress, not a battleground.

The Battle for the Home Ephesians 5:21-6:4 At the annual family-reunion picnic, a young bride led her husband over to an old woman busily crocheting in a rocker. "Granny," she said, touching the old woman's hand affectionately, "this is my new husband." The woman eyed him critically for a long ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

5 Reasons Couples Divorce

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 9, 2013

A sermon inspired in an article by Luis Palau at: http://www.crosswalk.com/679188/

HoHum: "Marriage is not so much finding the right person as it is being the right person." --Anonymous WBTU: Mike and Jean have been married 5 years. They come from good families, belong to a good church, and their friends think they are getting along. What their friends don’t know is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ten Relational Needs Of Jesus

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 19, 2013

When Jesus was a man, He had relational needs to be met. This sermon looks at those needs and discovers how we can apply them to our loved ones.

Debbie and I just returned from a G 6 marriage seminar where I discovered some amazing truths. One of those truths was that Debbie was a much better spouse than I am. Although it was a marriage seminar, it dealt with relationships that apply not only to husband/wife but also to parent/child, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Foursquare

I Have Some Questions, Part Four Series

Contributed by Greg Surratt on Apr 17, 2009

This is Part Four of a six-part message where Pastor Surratt answers "God questions" collected from the congregation. This fourth message concentrates on questions about relationships, marriage, cohabitation, sexuality, homosexuality and others.

Hey. We’re in a series that we’ve called "I Have a Question," and, boy, are your questions great; overwhelmed by ’em. Thousands already have questions. Let me tell you what to do for this coming week. We’re gonna extend this series two more weeks. Let me tell you what’s happening. E mail me ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Save The First And Last Dance For Me Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 24, 2010

A review of chapter 7 verses 1 through 13

Song of Songs 7: 1 – 13 Save The First and Last Dance For Me 1 How beautiful are your feet in sandals, O prince’s daughter! The curves of your thighs are like jewels, the work of the hands of a skillful workman. 2 Your navel is a rounded goblet; It lacks no blended beverage. Your waist ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 7:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

No Wake Zone: Building Block #3--Selflessness Series

Contributed by Brady Cooper on Jun 23, 2009

This is the fourth of a five-part series of messages on managing relationships with love and Godly character. This sermon focuses on giving selflessly to others in our core relationships.

I don’t know if you need this message today, but I guarantee you I do. We are in the middle of a series entitled No Wake Zone. We’re looking at some Biblical principles that, if we would follow, would really create no wake zone relationships. Relationships, we’ve said, of rest and refreshment ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sin Wages War On The Family Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Jul 13, 2008

Poor decisions destroy the family! This sermon shows the effect sin has on the family and furthermore, the remedy for that sin!

TEXT: Genesis 3:1-19 TITLE: The Wages of Sin on the Family - SIN WAGES WAR ON THE FAMILY SERIES: Home Health Care TOPIC: Making good choices for the family OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, July 13, 2008 PROP.: It is sin that has wreaked havoc in our families. Poor decisions destroy the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ