Sermons on Practising Marriage:

Birthing Wars Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Jul 3, 2015

From the example of Jacob, we will learn four truths of what it means to have a Biblical marriage.

Background • We left Jacob at Haran, with his father in law, Laban, and not one but two wives. Before you think that Jacob was “one luck guy” for having two honeymoons in one week, remember how he got wife number one – he was tricked into marrying Leah; and now ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Wedding Banquet

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 12, 2014

The sermon shares the supper and marriage of our Lord to His church the bride.

Matthew 22:1-14 “The Wedding Banquet” 1. The Lord is going to have a wedding Banquet for His Son • It is the Marriage Supper of the Lamb it is a happy time Revelation 19:9 Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding supper of the Lamb!'" And he added, "These are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Prayers To Locate And Connect With Your Spouse Series

Contributed by Olu Mike Omoasegun on Jul 8, 2017

There is a particular woman that attached to particular according to God’s plan, once both miss themselves there will be problem in such person’s marriage. There is EVE that attached to ADAM. Dear reader, if you are woman, there is Adam destined from God,

Everyone desire to have happy home and enjoy their life as long as they lives. However many people could not achieve such desire as a result of wrong partner they married. At the same time, many marriage if like hell on earth. In order to fulfill your purpose of existence, there are 3 things you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wives, Respect Your Husbands Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 28, 2016

The commands for husbands to love, and wives respect compliment each other and receive God's greatest blessing.

We are in week two of a five week series on the family titled “Five Word for a Godly Home. Last week, Our word was LOVE and the sermon was “Husbands, Love Your Wives.” TODAY our key word is RESPECT. Today’s sermon is titled, “Wives, Respect Your Husbands.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Hate My Marriage & How To Get Out! - Pt. 4 - I Love You But Don't Like U! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 26, 2018

White picket fences. 3 cars. 2 1/2 kids. A dog. Perfection. That is what we all think our relationship will be. We place ourselves in every romance movie we have ever seen. In our minds we expect no problems, no pain , no tears, no fears and no reality!

Pt. 4 - I Love You But Don’t Like You! I. Introduction It is one of, if not the, most complicated and messy relationships you can read about in Scripture. An up and coming preacher is instructed by God to go visit the red light district. Can you imagine how that conversation went over with the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

(Section 2) When You Meet Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 6, 2018

How does bonding occur? The Danger of the One and Only Theory

RELATIONSHIPS AND MARRIAGE II. WHEN YOU MEET Remember physical proximity, attraction, temperaments, beauty, and types of love. A. Bonding refers to the emotional covenant that links a man and a woman toghether for life and makes them intensely valuable to one another. It is the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Tough Act To Follow Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

A husband needs to follow the model of Jesus by providing selfless, loving servant- leadership with his wife.

OPENING SENTENCE: A rather common but not recommended comment you might hear from a frustrated parent is, “Why can’t you be more like your older brother?” INTRODUCTION: Needless to say, it is intended to motivate the child to try harder and give him/her a model of what proper behavior should look ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unwritten Contracts Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

There is a potentially destructive tension when our expectations of our spouse do not match our reality. We reduce the tension when we create more realistic expectations and identify and agree

OPENING SENTENCE: There is a popular commercial series from that has a character named “Captain Obvious.” INTRODUCTION: One of the common themes of the commercials is that the internet pictures and information on the hotel you booked does not always match up to what you really get. I can ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Married To A Fool Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

Being married to a fool requires great wisdom and maturity.

OPENING SENTENCE: His name was Mike. INTRODUCTION: Mike was wealthy and very generous. He could be likable and charming and I am sure his wife saw those attributes when she married him. But, there was another side to Mike- he could be very opinionated and controlling leading him at times to be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stay Married Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 8, 2010

Exposition of 1 Cor 7:10-24 regarding marriage, divorce, and remarriage

Text: 1 Corinthians 7:10-24, Title: Stay Married, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/7/10, AM A. Opening illustration: the pastor says to the husband, "The Bible says you’re to love your wife as Jesus Christ loved the church." He says, "Oh, I can’t do that." The pastor says, "If you can’t begin at that level, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-24

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 24 - God Writes Love Stories - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 30, 2011

God writes love stories. He is vitally concerned with the actual lives of people as they meet, fall in love, marry. Afterall, the first miracle Jesus performed was at a wedding. Our everyday lives and the decisions have bearing upon His purposes for us, e

Genesis 24 - GOD WRITES LOVE STORIES - Part 1 She was there in the park, sitting on the bench in the mist, this mysterious beautiful woman in my life, and I realised that I was falling in love. We met with others in that early morning prayer meeting, but I wasn’t aware of them. I listened as she ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Viji Roberts on Mar 29, 2016

Spoken as an exhortation to the couple and to the audience at the couple's wedding.

IN THE BEGINNING God is excited about marriages. • One of the first things that He does after creating the world is solemnize a wedding. • He crowns His creation by bringing Adam and Eve into a lifelong relationship in marriage. Marriage: Greatest Human Relationship. • Not ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Brethren

Do You Love Your Wife As Christ Loved The Church Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 22, 2019

Christ's love for the church is without limits. He gave His life for the church - before you loved Him.

His love does not depend on your love for Him. Under God's authority - love your wife as service--as giving your life to God. Be thankful for your wife and realize the favor you have received from God."(Proverbs 18:22) A husband must seek to be like Christ if his wife is to be like the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:22, Ephesians 5:25-28

God's Sovereignty In Bringing Spouses Together Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 23, 2025

As Christians, we believe that God is sovereign over all aspects of our lives, including our relationships and marriages.

As Christians, we believe that God is sovereign over all aspects of our lives, including our relationships and marriages. The Bible is filled with examples of how God brings spouses together in unexpected ways, demonstrating His goodness, wisdom, and sovereignty. Here are biblical examples that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Not One Shall Lack Her Mate Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 8, 2024

God's promise that not one shall lack her mate, highlighting His desire to provide companionship and completion for all humanity.

In Genesis 2:18, God says, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him." This passage emphasizes God's desire to provide companionship and completion for humanity. Later, in Genesis 2:24, we read, "For this reason a man will leave his father and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20, Isaiah 34:16