Sermons on Marriage Impossibilities:

Get Your Mule Out Of The Boat (Four Truths When Attempting The Impossible)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 28, 2018

Our Lord's voice could be heard above the storm. No storm, no turmoil, no tortuous test is too great for our Lord. No matter how dramatic the storm may be his voice can be heard and his Rhema can be received. (Updated August 2023)

The Navy branch ... of the service ... called the "Seabees" ... had a unique slogan ... during World War II, (Pause) "If it's difficult, ... it will take a day or two. If it's impossible, ... it will take a little longer." (Pause) It seems to me ... there are a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:48-50, John 21:25, Matthew 14:25-33, Romans 10:17, Hebrews 11:6, James 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Advent Week 1 - Go! And Hope In The God Of The Impossible - Luke 1:37 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 17, 2025

Advent begins with HOPE—not wishful thinking, not optimism, but confident expectation that God will keep His promises.

Advent Week 1 - Go! And Hope in the God of the Impossible - Luke 1:37 INTRODUCTION – ADVENT BEGINS WITH HOPE Advent is the season when the Church pauses to remember, reflect, and rejoice that God stepped into human history, wrapped Himself in flesh, and came to rescue us. Advent begins with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:37, Luke 1:26-38, Genesis 18:14, Isaiah 9:2-7, Jeremiah 32:17, Matthew 19:26, John 1:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Song Of Songs

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Sep 15, 2020

God intends for love in marriage to be ongoing and growing.

Title: The Song of Songs Text: Song of Songs 5:10-16; 7:1-9; 8:6 Truth: God intends for love in marriage to be ongoing and growing. INTRODUCTION Shirley Winters was an American actress whose career spanned almost six decades. Winters died in 2006 at 85 years of age. She won two Academy Awards ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Every Spouse Needs Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 14, 2006

Based on ’His Needs Her Needs’ by Dr. Willard Harley. The top 5 needs of men & women are investigated in an eye-opening way. We compliment one another perfectly when we follow this formula. Link included to formatted text, handouts, & Powerpoint Template

What Every Spouse Needs, Pt. 2 [Desperate Households] Matthew 7:12 This message is for presentation to adults, due to subject matter. Why learn to understand, appreciate, and fulfill one another’s needs? • First, because you have an obligation to do so. Your spouse has made a vow to meet these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Baptist

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

Leave, Cleave And Weave

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 28, 2008

Helping Married folks adjust to and enjoy their marriage

LEAVE, CLEAVE & WEAVE “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.” Gen. 2:24 The marriage union is likened to the relationship between Jesus and the Church – Eph. 5:31. It is therefore the greatest level of relationship ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Men & Women Want - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 4, 2009

We are built and designed for relationship. Yet, we often struggle to know what the person we love needs or wants. Examine 4 areas that must be dealt with in order to have a healthy relationship.

“What Men and Women Want” Pt. 1 Steve: We want to begin this morning by reading a couple of passages of Scripture. The first is: Matt. 19:11 – 12 11But Jesus said, “Not everyone is mature enough to live a married life. It requires a certain aptitude and grace. Marriage isn’t for everyone. 12Some, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Jesus Costing You? Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 13, 2010

This is the final message of the series and focuses on marriage.

What Is Jesus Costing You – Part 5 Scriptures: Ephesians 5:1-30 Introduction: This message will conclude this series. Today we will focus on the last phase of developing a long-term relationship and that is marriage. When I started this series, I focused on the question: “What Is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Foundation For My Family

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 25, 2010

Our families can be happier and healthier than ever before, -- if we will build them on the foundation of God’s love.

God’s Foundation for My Family 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - February 14, 2010 *Today is Valentine’s Day, and most of you know it’s also our 35th wedding anniversary! -I thank God for Mary and the time He has given us together, but I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

R.s.v.p.

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 3, 2008

A message preached at the wedding of Ross McClay and Lynette Snodgrass on Saturday 31 May 2008.

1. THE INVITATION "a certain king...sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the wedding". a) A royal invitation - "a certain king". The King of kings invites us to the marriage supper of the Lamb (Revelation 19). b) A repeated invitation - "Again". Only one invitation is sent out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

"You're A Friend Of Mine" Series

Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Jun 22, 2008

What does it take to be a good friend? Not only to your friends, but to your husband or wife, brother or sister.

“You’re a Friend Of Mine” Ecclesiastes 4:9-12... What one word should be in every relationship? Friendship….marriage….being a brother or sister? Even the relationship of pet and owner….. The relationship between a employee and employer…. That one word is “dependable.” According to the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Husbands: Love Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Sep 2, 2011

This is Sermon 2 of 6 in the Family Series 2003 at Calvary Baptist. Husbands, love your wives. Do we really have a clue what all that means? Here's some help from the Scriptures.

HUSBANDS Calvary Baptist Church May 18, 2003 This is message number two of six on the family, beginning with Mother’s Day and ending on Father's day. ILLUS: A woman went to the police station to report her husband as missing. She described him as "29 years old, six foot three, athletic, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:19

Denomination: Baptist

How To Avoid Rape? By: William R. Nabaza Of Www.nabaza.com

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 13, 2012

How To Avoid Rape? by: William R. Nabaza of www.Nabaza.com

How To Avoid Rape? by: William R. Nabaza of www.Nabaza.com Genesis 34:1-2: (Contemporary English Version) Dinah, the daughter of Jacob and Leah, went to visit some of the women who lived there. She was seen by Hamor's son Shechem, the leader of the Hivites, and he grabbed her and raped her. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sex In Hd Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 26, 2010

Jesus' words about adultery point us not only towards the sacredness of the body but also to the sanctity of marriage.

“Law & Order: SPU – Sex in HD” Ex. 20:14; Mt. 5:27-30; 1 Thess. 4:3-8 Did you know that if you are not watching television in HD you are really missing out? HD – High Definition television. High Definition produces a clearer, more life-like picture that truly makes you feel ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Experiencing A Healthy Home Or Relationship Through Submission

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Jun 3, 2012

The sermon teaches us how we can experience a healthy home or relationship through submission to one another

Introduction: Ephesians 5: 21 say: “submit to one another out of reverence for Christ” and the entire passage where this is taken from talk principally of our relation with one another – what we are expected to do to one another in the home/marital relationship. In our homes ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Pentecostal