Sermons on Marriage And Finance:

Can A Christian Divorce?

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 23, 2010

Christians are taught of the necessity of honouring marriage. However, much of contemporary practise among churches reflects more of the world than of the will of Christ.

MATTHEW 19:3-12 CAN A CHRISTIAN DIVORCE? “Pharisees came up to him and tested him by asking, ‘Is it lawful to divorce one’s wife for any cause?’ He answered, ‘Have you not read that he who created them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, “Therefore a man shall leave his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching The Truth, Convenient Or Not Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 14, 2009

As Jesus did in his home town, we must preach the truth about marriage, even at some risk.

March 16, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis The prophetic call, whether to Elisha, Jesus, the apostles or you and me, is a call to take risks in order to reduce the greatest risk–that men and women lose their eternal souls. Here, Jesus tells the truth about his fellow Jews to the Jews and almost pays ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:24-30

Denomination: Catholic

What's Love Got To Do With It? (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 3, 2016

Last week I asked what love had to do with salvation, my relationship with God, my relationship with others and lastly, I asked what love had to do with my service for God. Today I’ll be focusing on what love has to do with various relationships in life.

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? (Part two) Last week I asked what love had to do in some areas of our lives. First was salvation. Sending Jesus was how God showed his love for us. He was willing to let go of his Son and watch him get abused and mistreated and die-physically and spiritually-so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Start At The Very Beginning Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 12, 2015

3 things from Genesis 1-3, one from each chapter (adapted from Andreas Kostenberger's book: God, Marriage, and Family, chapter 2 Leaving and Cleaving, pgs. 31- 39)

HoHum: At Sunday school there were teaching how God created everything, including human beings. Little Johnny seemed especially intent when they told how Eve was created out of one of Adam’s ribs. Later in the week his mother noticed him lying down as though he were ill, and she said, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Promise To Love, Honor And Cherish? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 7, 2015

Talk about the two roles in marriage: husband and wife (material adapted from: http://idcraleigh.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Ephesians-5.18-33idc.pdf and Andreas Kostenberger's book, God Marriage, and Family, chapter 3, Marriage in NT, pgs. 64- 75)

HoHum: Clint Eastwood- They say all marriages are made in heaven, but so are thunder and lightning. WBTU: Review and background for Ephesians 5:21-33 God designed marriage Vs. 31 we have heard a lot lately. Paul quotes from the Genesis account in Ephesians like Jesus did in Matthew 19. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Genesis 24 – Things That Don’t Go Together – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jun 4, 2011

Deuteronomy 22:10 (NLT) says “You must not plough with an ox and a donkey harnessed together.” The idea here is that there are certain things that are totally INCOMPATIBLE. They were never meant to be placed in the same yoke. What about dating?

Genesis 24 – THINGS THAT DON’T GO TOGETHER – Part 3 The engine of a Fiesta in a Ferrari! Pickles and icecream. There are certain things that definitely DON’T go together. Aluminium foil and microwaves (Julie rediscovered this recently). Children and cancer. Wouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace At Home -- Part I Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 11, 2011

God's grace transforms a marriage when both partners submit to one another. Here, God says to a woman married to an unbelieving husband, "Submit to your mate, and so win him and woo him with an irresistible inner beauty."

George Hazlett’s wife made him a necktie a few years ago that he rarely wore. In fact, George had forgotten about it until one day a local men's store in Salem, Ohio, announced an “ugly tie” contest. George secretly pulled the tie from its resting place and entered it. He never ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Happily Ever After?

Contributed by Mari Larson on Oct 4, 2015

In a society where half of marriages end in divorce, what do Jesus' words mean for us? And what's heaven going to look like when most have been married multiple times?

A judge was interviewing a woman regarding her pending divorce, and asked, "Ma'am, what are the grounds for your divorce?" She replied, "About four acres with a nice house in the middle." "No," he said, "I mean what is the foundation of this case?" "Concrete, brick and mortar," she ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-16, Mark 12:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Top Ten Pieces Of Advice For Newlyweds.

Contributed by Peter Pilt on May 5, 2019

Here are some pieces of advice for couples that have just got married.

Somewhere in the last couple of years I went from being a newlywed to being married 26 years. Not sure how or when this happened but 26 years is a long time. So after being married for a couple of decades, here are my Top Ten Pieces of Advice for Newlyweds. Learn how to deal and resolve conflict ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2, 1 Peter 4:8, John 15:12, Genesis 1:27-28, Malachi 2:14-15, Ephesians 5:25-33, Ecclesiastes 4:12, Mark 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jan 15, 2016

This is a biblically based wedding ceremony. It points people to the true meaning of marriage and how it is possible to live together in one accord. It should be very helpful to anyone desiring to conduct a wedding ceremony that honors God.

Wedding Ceremony Dr. Lewis Gregory Prelude/Processional *Music *Minister & Groom walk in together *Groomsmen make their entrance on side *Grandparents Seated *Parents seated *Bridesmaids, then maid of honor *Ring bearer & flower girl enter Bride’s Entrance/Giving Away of the Bride Ladies ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

12 Secrets To Living An Abundant Life: - 2 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 8, 2011

I was working for an auto dealership as a master technician and making a lot more money than pasturing this church. But I was not more happy. God's Word show us ho to truly live the abundant life.

Remember that this whole series is based on 3 very important principles. 1. God has a plan for your life - Jeremiah 29:11 2. There is a battle engaged for your life - Jesus said in John 10:10 “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Moving

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 8, 2019

Why do you have to run in mad circles when the God you serve keeps moving 24/7?

Moving 24/7 1 Samuel 5:4”….when they arose early the next morning, behold, Dagon had fallen on his face to the ground before the ark of the LORD.” Why do you have to run in mad circles when the God you serve keeps moving 24/7? You know what, if you get this straight into your heart and head then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Devil, You Can't Have My Marriage!

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Jun 5, 2003

Our marriages are under attack. It’s time to take a stand for our marriages!

“Devil, You Can’t Have My Marriage!” Ephesians 5: 25-33 INTRO: 1. There are certain things in our life that will never change, nor improve until we take a stand. a. There are certain things in life that will never be secure until we take a stand. b. It’s time to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Traditional Jewish Marriage & It's Relationship To Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 2, 2004

This sermon illustrates the relationship between the traditional Jewish marriage practices, and how it directly relates to the Church being the Bride and Christ the Groom, as well as the Second coming! Praise God!

The Traditional Jewish Marriage and its Relationship To the Promise of Christ’s Return Scripture Reading Matthew 26: 27, 28 – “And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:27-28

Denomination: Bible Church

What Does The Bible Say About Marriage And Divorce Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 20, 2005

Sermon studying what the Bible teaches about the issues of marriage and divorce

“What Does the Bible Say About Marriage and Divorce?” Introduction: For decades, we have heard of couples that run off to Las Vegas to obtain the equivalent of fast-food marriages. You just walk in, put your money down and they pronounce you man and wife. The results of a rash decision are not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ