Sermons on Marriage Ceremony:

The Marriage Covenant

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jun 20, 2025

In this message, I will show you through Scripture what God's true intentions are for the most sacred of all covenants, "The Marriage Covenant".

What is God's true purpose for marriage? What is the marriage covenant? Do I have a marriage covenant with my spouse and God? These are the questions that are in desperate need of answers! And not just any answers. These are questions that only the Bible can answer. These are questions we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Singles And Marriage Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 23, 2025

How do you feel about singles or being single? What if you knew about God’s love and value for single people that would create beautiful diversity in the church family? Get ready to learn about the blessings of both marriage and singleness!

Singles and Marriage Selected Scripture (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Let me share what Christena Cleveland, associate professor at Duke University's Divinity School, wrote in her blog: "A couple ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:9-12, Malachi 2:15, Genesis 1:27-28

Denomination: *other

Kingdom Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 2, 2025

In this sermon we will explore the concept of kingdom marriage and what the Bible says about choosing a spouse.

As Christians, we are called to live a life that reflects God's kingdom values. One of the most significant decisions we make in life is choosing a life partner. In this sermon we will explore the concept of kingdom marriage and what the Bible says about choosing a spouse. What is a Kingdom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-15, 1 Corinthians 13:11

Submission: Marriage Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 16, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

“Submission: Marriage” 1 Peter 3:1-7 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter3 “1 Wives, likewise, be submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, they, without a word, may be won by the conduct of their wives, 2 when they observe your chaste conduct accompanied by fear. 3 Do not let ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7, 1 Peter 2:11-12, Proverbs 27:15-16, Genesis 18:12, James 5:16, James 4:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Marriage Or Fornication

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jun 19, 2024

Practical Guidelines For Righteousness In The Assembly Of God, Guidelines against fornication by marriage to a spouse.

As we continue our study of Practical Guidelines For Righteousness In The Assembly Of God, The Church, we notice the predominant sins found within. They are the very sins the body of Christ vowed to abstain from. (1 Cor. 5:1; 1 Cor. 6:9-10) Yet, they are the very sins committed by worldly persons; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1, 1 Corinthians 6:11-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Marriage Relationship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

This sermon explores the divine design of marriage, emphasizing its role as a sacred covenant reflecting Christ's love for the church.

Greetings, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, let's allow our hearts to be filled to overflowing with the love of Christ, the love that binds us together as one body, one church, and one family. We are here to celebrate that love, to learn from it, and to let it guide us in our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Topics: Marriage

Wisdom In Marriage Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the wisdom found in Proverbs about maintaining a strong marriage, applicable to both long-married couples and those planning to marry.

Good morning once again church! I’m thankful you decided to join us this week as we close out our series, “Word to the Wise”. I hope it has been helpful and practical for you as we have gained insight from Proverbs and other sections of Scripture. We are ending the series today by talking about an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Proverbs 12:11, Proverbs 12:14

Topics: Wisdom In Marriage, Proverbs, Strong Marriage

Sermon Series: Word To The Wise

Relationships 101 - Dating, Is It Biblical

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Feb 26, 2014

In our day, dating arrangements are made entirely by young people apart from their parent’s involvement. The date is planned by young people with an expectation of physical intimacy. Furthermore, there is no commitment beyond the next date.

Relationships 101 – Dating, Is it Biblical? December 1, 2013 Chuck Brooks, Pastor-Teacher, GraceWay Church Today we are going to be talking about dating. The Scripture teaches the purposes of God for companionship and procreation are accomplished in marriage. But it also teaches ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Family Ties

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 17, 2001

Thesis: A return to Biblical model in marriage will recapture intimacy, which is the loss that is destroying marriages and families.

18And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. 19And out of the ground the LORD God formed every beast of the field, and every fowl of the air; and brought them unto Adam to see what he would call them: and whatsoever Adam called every ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Blessed To Be A Blessing

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 21, 2000

Finding fulfillment in marriage.

Blessed To Be A Blessing! The Key To Experiencing Fulfillment in Marriage I have been thinking about marriage and the troubles that are plaguing so many marriages these days. I have felt compelled by the Lord to come before you and reassure you that you can experience fulfillment in marriage. I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ever Increasing Couple

Contributed by Abiodun Adeniyi on Jul 5, 2022

The ever increasing thing is something that keeps growing from one level to the other as time passes bye. King Solomon had this to say about himself.

THE EVER INCREASING COUPLE Text: Col. 2:9-10. That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God; 11 Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness; ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revealing The Secrets Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Feb 22, 2005

1st in a 3 part series on Marriage. (Idea: We used a Christian Magician to introduce each week plus other creative elements)

REVEALING THE SECRETS (How to have an ideal marriage) GENESIS 1:27-28; 2:18-25; 3:7-13 INTRODUCTION TO SERIES: How bad is the state of marriage in America? Consider these statistics: The number of currently divorced adults has more than quintupled from 4.3 million in 1970 to 19.8 million in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Christian Church

Waiting, Dating, And Mating Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 24, 2006

A biblical discussion of sexuality and marriage

SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 7 TITLE: “WAITING, DATING, AND MATING” INTRODUCTION: A. The preacher of a congregation made it a habit to visit all the Sunday school classes. One particular Sunday, he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Out Of Synch

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021

People can religiously get out of synch with the way that they worship as it may have deviated away from what God intended.

OUT OF SYNCH Text: John 2:13 – 22 Joh 2:13-22  The Passover of the Jews was near, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.  (14)  In the temple he found people selling cattle, sheep, and doves, and the money changers seated at their tables.  (15)  Making a whip of cords, he ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Don't Overthink Truth

Contributed by Don Campbell on Apr 20, 2023

Overthinking the truth can result in the paralysis of analysis or it can result in distorted truths that are torn from the context in which they were spoken and made to serve as handmaidens for many false doctrines.

DON’T OVERTHINK TRUTH “Be not overly righteous, and do not make yourself too wise. Why should you destroy yourself?” (Eccl 7:16) INTRODUCTION A. Solomon is not suggesting a lukewarm relationship with God nor a lackadaisical pursuit of knowledge or wisdom, but we can overthink the truth, resulting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-34, Matthew 23:23-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ