Sermons on Marriage Covenant:

How Couples Are Aligned By God For Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 24, 2024

While we have free will to make choices, God's sovereignty and guidance are at work in bringing couples together.

The Bible teaches that marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God. In Genesis 2:24, it is written, "Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." This verse highlights the importance of marriage and the role of God in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Psalm 37:23

God Heals The Brokenhearted And Hurting Marriages Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 29, 2024

Many marriages today are hurting and broken, leaving couples feeling hopeless and helpless.

Marriage is a sacred institution created by God, and it is designed to be a beautiful and fulfilling relationship between a husband and wife. However, many marriages today are hurting and broken, leaving couples feeling hopeless and helpless. But the good news is that God is a healer of broken ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:3-5, Proverbs 11:14, Ephesians 4:29

The Importance Of Behaviours, Attitudes, And Hobbies In Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 28, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on these aspects and provide examples to illustrate their importance.

The Importance of Behaviours, Attitudes, and Hobbies in Marriage Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God, and it requires effort, commitment, and dedication from both partners to make it successful. While love and compatibility are essential, behaviours, attitudes, and hobbies also play a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Mark 12:31

God's Design For Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2025

In this sermon we'll explore what God wants from marriage.

As Christians, we often wonder what God's plan is for marriage. The Bible provides a wealth of information on this topic, and in this sermon we'll explore what God wants from marriage. A Union Between Two People In Genesis 2:24, we read: "Therefore a man shall leave his father and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

The Dangers Of Being Unequally Yoked In Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2025

what fellowship can light have with darkness?

The Bible warns believers against being "unequally yoked" with unbelievers in marriage. This warning is found in 2 Corinthians 6:14, which says, "Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

The Devastating Impact Of Satanic Evil Marriages. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2024

we need to be extra careful to whom we marry.

Marriage is a sacred institution, meant to be a union of love, trust, and mutual support. However, when a satanic evil person enters this sacred bond, it can bring destruction and chaos, stealing away peace, happiness, and even our very life. We'll explore the devastating impact of satanic evil ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17, 1 Peter 5:8

Marriage Message 2024 05 25

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2024

A wedding ceremony for a widower and a widow whom God brought together in the church.

Meditations on Marriage “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord.” [Proverbs 18:22] What a grand pronouncement from the Word of the Living God. Obviously, the rules of hermeneutics would allow us to conclude that in the same way, the woman who finds a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:22

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage Part 4: The Four Horsemen Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

Part four of this five part series on marriage focuses on how to handle conflict based on the Gottman Institute identifocation of the Four Horsemen that can destroy a marriage. I highly recommend everyone to visit their website for resources for addressing marital conflicts.

Marriage Part 4: The Four Horsemen Scripture: First Peter 3:7; Matthew 5:22-24; Ephesians 4:26-27 Good morning Strangers Rest. This is part four of my series on marriage. The title of today’s message “The Four Horsemen” and I will be focusing on when we face conflict within our marriage. In part ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Matthew 5:22-24, Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building When Discouraged Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 15, 2013

Some days we look at our efforts for the kingdom and we get discouraged because we do not see the fruit happening. We try hard but get little. In those situations God encourages us.

You can listen to the full sermon here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/haggai/ Message Have you ever done one of those projects where, at first, you are really excited and enthusiastic but, as you see what you are actually achieving, you realise that your handiwork is really ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Strategy To Use Unequally Yoked Marriages To Destroy Godly Lives Of A Godly Spouse. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 14, 2024

Be cautious of relationships that seem too good to be true

As believers, we are constantly engaged in a spiritual battle against the forces of darkness. Satan, the enemy of our souls, is always seeking ways to undermine our faith and destroy our effectiveness for the Kingdom. One of the strategies he uses is to encourage unequally yoked marriages, where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, Ephesians 5:22-33

Staying Married Is Not About Staying In Love, Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Piper on Mar 29, 2007

Marriage is more wonderful than anyone on earth knows. And the reasons it is wonderful can only be learned from God’s special revelation and can only be cherished by the work of the Holy Spirit to enable us to behold and embrace the wonder.

Marriage and the Gospel Marriage is more wonderful than anyone on earth knows. And the reasons it is wonderful can only be learned from God’s special revelation and can only be cherished by the work of the Holy Spirit to enable us to behold and embrace the wonder. The reason we need the Spirit’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Desperate Households - Relieving Stress And Tension At Home Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 17, 2005

God says we need to LEARN to LAUGH, CULTIVATE CONTENTMENT, ALLEVIATE ANGER, and WALK in WISDOM. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Desperate Households Dealing with Stress and Tension Prov. 15:13-25 You will notice in this passage some negative words… v. 13 sorrow 15 afflicted 16 trouble 17 hatred 18 strife 22 disappointed These are all synonyms for stress and tension. They represent those times when the string gets too ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:13-25, Proverbs 15:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Desperate Households - Building A Family Fortress Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 1, 2005

The 5 "C’s" of Marriage and Family: Commitment, Communion, Communication, Coping Skills, and Consecration. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Desperate Households: Building a Family Fortress Josh. 24:15 A strong family must be a fortress, and not just a façade. Here’s some things strong families have in common: 1. Strong sense of Commitment Seems obvious, right? But over the last decade, I’ve counseled w/ dozens of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Baptist

Silence Is Golden

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 29, 2008

Couples, Pt. 7

SILENCE IS GOLDEN (LUKE 1:5-25) Middle Age is the last laugh before old age is no laughing matter. People in middle-age can identify with his piece of humor titled “Middle Age”: Maybe it’s true that life begins at fifty, but everything else starts to wear out, fall out or spread out. There are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Husbands Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008

Husbands role

What does it mean to Love Your Wife Sacrifice for Your wife v. 25 Lead Your wife v. 26-27 Be considerate of Your Wife 1 Peter 3:7a Respect Your wife 1 Peter 3:7b Slide 1 I want you to close your eyes for a minute. When I begin to speak, I want you to see what picture comes into your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational