Sermons on Responsibilities Of Marriage:

What Does The Bible Say About Marriage? Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 8, 2021

What Does the Bible Say About Marriage?

What Does the Bible Say About Marriage? Genesis 2:24 Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh. Hebrews 13: 4 Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Two Become One: The Permanency Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

In the 1970s, approximately 70% of first marriages remained intact for persons 25-60 years old. In 2000s, approximately 50-67% of first marriages remained intact for persons 25-60 years old, depending on your education.

Few who have experienced a divorce would disagree with Margaret Atwood: “A divorce is like an amputation: you survive it, but there’s less of you.” Few issues hit as close to home as a divorce. Most of you have been affected in some way by divorce. Baptists have the highest divorce rate of any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

3 Simple Rules For Making A Marriage Work Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Sep 12, 2022

In the next few moments, I want to help you celebrate marriage, whether married, divorced, or single. God gave us marriage for our happiness. God gave us marriage to be a blessing in our lives. Your marriage can serve as a catalyst for your relationship with God.

When I say the word “marriage,” what do you think? Are you a little jaundice about the idea of marriage? I spoke to a lady recently who said when I got married I was looking for the ideal, instead, the marriage became an ordeal, so now I want a new deal. One day, a man went to the Super Bowl, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16, 1 Kings 11:4

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Addresses The Topic Of Marriage, Divorce, And Remarriage Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 14, 2023

Some Pharisees came and tested him by asking, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife?”

Have you heard the dreaded stat that 50% of marriages today end in divorce? Yeah, that isn’t actually true. It was a myth. It came from a projection that if the divorce rate continued to raise by 2% each year, that it could reach that level. But it never actually did. It’s probably closer to 30 to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-15, Mark 10:1-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

Love's Foundation In Christian Marriage

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 25, 2023

"In this sacred discourse, we delve into the essence of 'Love's Foundation in Christian Marriage.' Discover how the unbreakable bond of love, rooted in faith and guided by scripture, forms the cornerstone of a flourishing marital journey."

Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather to explore the foundation of love in Christian marriage. Marriage is a sacred union ordained by God, and at its core, it is built upon the foundation of love. As believers, we have been called to reflect the love of Christ in our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, Romans 5:8, 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Intervention In Toxic Marriages Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 17, 2024

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.- Psalm 34:18

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.- Psalm 34:18 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I want to address a sensitive yet crucial issue is domestic abuse and mistreatment in marriages. God's design for marriage is a beautiful, loving partnership between two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18

The Parable Of The Wedding Feast: A Marriage Invite For You

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 4, 2022

Have you ever been to a very beautiful wedding ceremony? I’ve been to several weddings in my day that were just really something special.

Have you ever been to a very beautiful wedding ceremony? I’ve been to several weddings in my day that were just really something special. I think of my sisters wedding or my moms wedding to my step dad. Hard wood floors, flowers everywhere, beautiful smells, beautiful sights, the taste of sweet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:37, Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Jesus Speaks Of Marriage, And Blesses The Young Children.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 16, 2024

From One Flesh (Mark 2:8) to a Child-like Faith (Mark 2:15).

JESUS SPEAKS OF MARRIAGE, AND BLESSES THE YOUNG CHILDREN. Mark 2:2-16. (I). A NAUGHTY QUESTION. Mark 10:2-12. The Pharisees’ question about divorce was worse than mischievous in that it, like many of their questions addressed to Jesus, was asked with the intention of “tempting” Jesus into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:2-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Devil's Deception Of Ungodly Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 3, 2024

I must confront a reality that even the devil will attempt to deceive us by sending someone to marry us, promising a counterfeit unity that undermines God's design.

In Genesis 2:24, God ordained marriage as a sacred union between a man and woman, but the devil seeks to distort this divine institution. In 2 Corinthians 6:14-16, Paul warns us, "Do not be yoked together with unbelievers...what fellowship can light have with darkness?" Let us be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-3, Genesis 2:24

The Power Of Prayer In Marriage And Binding Hearts Together Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

Prayer is a powerful tool that can bring husbands and wives closer together, binding their hearts in a way that strengthens their relationship and deepens their love for each other.

As believers, we know that prayer is a powerful tool that can bring us closer to God and to each other. In marriage, prayer can be a game-changer, binding the hearts of husband and wife together in a way that strengthens their relationship and deepens their love for each other. A Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

When Love Turns Toxic In Narcissistic Marriages Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 3, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on narcissistic marriages and whether divorce and separation can be a viable option.

Marriage is a sacred institution created by God, designed to be a loving and mutually supportive partnership between two individuals. However, when one partner exhibits narcissistic tendencies, the relationship can become toxic, controlling, and abusive. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:15, Matthew 19:3-9

Marriage Is More Than Simply Falling In Love.

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 18, 2025

Marriage is more than falling in love. Both parties to the marriage have a complementary role to play to the other. And you need to work at it.

Marriage Foundation Introduction: The marriage covenant predates the Fall I would like to like to go back to the very basics of when marriage was instituted. We first read about it in Genesis 2. I am not talking about a piece of paper saying you are married but to the marriage covenant between ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25, Matthew 19:4-6, Ephesians 5:31, Malachi 2:13-16

Denomination: Anglican

Marriage, Divorce And Cohabitation In Today’s World Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 30, 2025

Marriage is God’s sacred design, created for companionship, covenant, and Christlike love. In a generation that is redefining marriage and rejecting biblical values, believers must uphold the truth.

MARRIAGE, DIVORCE AND COHABITATION IN TODAY’S WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 19:4-9, Hebrews 13:4 Supporting Texts: Genesis 2:18–25, Malachi 2:14-16, 1 Corinthians 7:10-11, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, Ephesians 5:22-33 INTRODUCTION: Marriage, as ordained by God, is a holy covenant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-9, Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

Isaac & Rebekah: Learning To Love Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 13, 2005

It can’t happen, can it? Is it possible for a dead love to be resurrected? If the flames of passion have gone out, can they ever be rekindled? Can we really force ourselves to love somebody if we don’t “feel” anything? (Based on a book by Bob Russell)

Sermon Notes Isaac & Rebekah: Learn to Love Genesis 24 (Third in the series, Marriage by the Book) Introduction: It can’t happen, can it? Is it possible for a dead love to be resurrected? If the flames of passion have gone out, can they ever be rekindled? Can we really force ourselves to love ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ