Sermons on God Instituted Marriage:

The Husband-Wife Relationship

Contributed by Robert Cobb on Jan 21, 2001

A scriptural examination of the duties of Christian husbands and wives.

Poet Samuel Daniel, a contemporary of Shakespeare, said, "Love is a sickness full of woes, all remedies refusing." Love is the universal topic of writers, poets and singers. It is the subject of both highbrow literature and the lowly country song. Man acts as if he has a working knowledge of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

A Fruit-Full Marriage: Self-Control Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 25, 2011

The firm, loving grip of the Holy Spirit brings freedom from self.

A FRUIT-FULL MARRIAGE: SELF-CONTROL * GALATIANS 5:13-26 Sermon Objective: The firm, loving grip of the Holy Spirit brings freedom from self. GALATIANS 5:13-26 13 You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Nazarene

A Happy And Successful Marriage; Part 3 Series

Contributed by Chris Layton on May 28, 2005

Husband and wife working together

A Happy and Successful Marriage Part 3 Matthew 19:5-8 Introduction: Today we come to the third and final element for a happy and successful marriage. We have looked at how the wife is to be a Christian Helper, and how the husband should be a Christian Lover. I must warn each of you, unless this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Foundation Seven: Financial Faithfulness In Marriage Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jul 6, 2015

A study on how to be financially faithful in marriage

Foundation Seven: Financial Faithfulness in Marriage How can couples practice financial faithfulness in marriage? Many Christian couples give their tithe and offering to God but act like the rest is theirs. However, this is an incorrect use of finances. Psalm 24:1 says, “The earth is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Three Cs In Marriage,part Three Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Dec 15, 2003

Conclusion of 3 part searies in a sucessful Marriage.

The Three Cs in Marriage Ephesians 5:20-33 This is the last part of a three part sermon on the way of a successful Marriage. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Affair Proof Your Marriage Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Oct 27, 2008

Message looks at how to affair proof your marriage

How to affair proof your marriage Home Improvement Series Part 2 ‘Exodus 20:14’ ‘You shall not commit adultery’ Video Clip ‘I do.’ Like the video portrayed a lot of us have flunked commitment and sex. Others of us are in danger of flunking commitment and sex. Were talking about this commandment ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Genesis Sermon 7: Origin Of Marriage

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 20, 2002

This is a sermon about the creation story.

A. INTRODUCTION "And the Lord God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him" (Genesis 2:18). 1. The last act of God in creation was making the woman. a. "The last and best of all God’s works." John Milton. b. Creation was unfinished, therefore ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

Foundation Five: Conflict Resolution In Marriage Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jul 6, 2015

A study on conflict resolution in marriage

Foundation Five: Conflict Resolution in Marriage How should couples resolve conflict in marriage? Conflict is, essentially, part of human nature. After Adam sinned in the Garden, conflict ensued. When God asked him if he had eaten of the forbidden tree, he did not simply say, “Yes.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:18-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Big Issue- Love, Sex And Marriage

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

Love, sex and marriage- especially for younger people.

The Big Issue? What is the question? When we go to a Christian meeting, we may be hoping to receive answers to our questions. Sometimes we may leave disappointed because what is said seems completely irrelevant to our needs, right here, right now. Why does this happen? It may be because the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

How To Make Your Marriage Work Series

Contributed by Ricky Burke on Mar 6, 2001

This is the second sermon in a series of messages entitled, "How to Have a Happy and Healthy Home."

Series: How to Have a Happy and Healthy Home Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33 Sermon: How to Make Your Marriage Work (ILL: Sleepy Beauty and the Prince were married and lived happily every after) The sad reality is that most marriages aren’t happily ever after. Roughly one-half of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Guidelines For Marriage – Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 16, 2020

Last time we answered the question for the single person who wants to get married, How can I, as a single person waiting for the right mate, control myself? But what if you are a married person who wants to get out of the marriage?

Last time we answered the question for the single person who wants to get married, How can I, as a single person waiting for the right mate, control myself?: (1) Channel your energy through physical work and spiritual service. (2) Don’t seek to be married, seek to love and let marriage come as a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:11-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Godly Portrait Of Marriage, Pt. 4

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Sep 27, 2008

Do American marriages really believe that love never fails? Is this verse out of the realm of reality in America? If American marriages end in divorce, does that mean that “love does fail”? How would you answer these 3 questions?

“Motivated Marriages” 1 Corinthians 13 A funeral service was being held for a woman who had just passed away. At the end of the service the pall bearers were carrying the casket out of the chapel when they accidently hit the wall and it jarred the casket pretty hard. Then all of the sudden there ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The State Of Modern Church Weddings And Marriages Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 17, 2026

In this sermon, we will explore few reasons why church weddings and marriages are no longer working, highlighting the importance of returning to biblical foundations.

The modern church's approach to weddings and marriages has become increasingly concerning. Many couples prioritize the pageantry of the ceremony over the presence of God, leading to a high rate of failed marriages. In this sermon, we will explore few reasons why church weddings and marriages ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21

The Biggest Problem After Marriage Is - Communication

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Jun 24, 2023

The Disney story might be the quintessential man’s fantasy. Think about the scenario: Woman falls in love with a man at first sight, SHE pursues HIM at great personal cost without him lifting a finger to romance her.

AFTER HAPPILY EVER If you’ve ever read The Little Mermaid story or watched the Disney version, you might think this is every woman’s fantasy. It’s a wonderful, romantic fairy tale of a beautiful girl falling in love with a handsome, rich and dashing prince, overcoming insurmountable odds to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Ephesians 5:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marriage: Build Up Your Spouse Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 10, 2022

Christianity is a call to be selfless. To think of others needs more highly than yourself. In Christian marriage we are called to think of our spouses needs before our own needs.

We all know how easy it is to tear down. You could spend one hour building a sandcastle. It can be destroyed with one swift kick. It is easy to see the dust in someone else’s eye and overlook the plank in your own. In this message on Christian marriage I really just want you to look at half of it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist