Sermons on Thriving Marriage:

Abraham And Sarah: Understanding Our Responsibilities Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 13, 2005

Although the best way to begin a new job is with a clear understanding of roles and responsibilities, too many enter into marriage with no such knowledge. (Based on a book by Bob Russell)

Sermon Notes Abraham and Sarah: Understanding Our Responsibilities Genesis 12, 21; Ephesians 5; 1 Peter 3 (Second in the series, Marriage by the Book) Introduction: There is an undeniably basic truth of creation: God produced two distinct types of people, male and female. Both are equally ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Jacob & Rachel: Dealing With Conflict Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 13, 2005

Even mature, talented, Christian couples can find themselves dealing with conflicts of varying degrees. The story of Jacob and Rachel teaches us some valuable lessons about dealing with conflict. (Based on a book by Bob Russell)

Sermon Notes Jacob & Rachel: Dealing With Conflict Genesis 29 & 30 (Fourth in the series Marriage by the Book) Introduction: Even mature, talented, Christian couples can find themselves dealing with conflicts of varying degrees. We know that the great British preacher John Wesley and his wife ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Amram & Jochebed: Bringing Up Godly Children Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 18, 2005

In some circumstances, raising children can become a conflict-ridden roller coaster ride. Although we don’t know much about them, Moses’ parents did something right! (Based on a book by Bob Russell)

Sermon Notes Amram & Jochebed: Bringing up Godly Children Exodus 2 (Fifth in the series Marriage by the Book) Introduction: Which of these two statements are true? “Children are a great blessing to marriage.” “Children put a great deal of pressure on marriage.” Of course, both are true. Kids ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Portrait Of Love Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jan 30, 2008

Biblical view of marriage, and practical actions on part of husband, and on part of wife, to strengthening their marriage.

Intro> This Thursday is Valentine’s Day (that’s a hint, guys...you might want to be making some plans). <>So today I want us to look at the Biblical instructions, the Biblical model, and gain a Biblical understanding of marriage, how we can succeed in our marriages, and how we can be the husbands ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Real Man Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 30, 2008

Being a godly Man

Leaving a Godly Legacy in the Home – How to Be a Real Man A Real Man Loves his Wife – Ephesians 5:25-33 A Real Man Trains his Children – Ephesians 6:4 A Real Man Fears the Lord – Psalm 112:1-2 Ephesians 5:25-33 25 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Politically Incorrect Message For Wives

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 16, 2008

In Eph. 5:33 there is one command for men - love, but twelve directives for women to respect their husbands. Even if this is an unpopular passage it must be preached.

The Politically Incorrect Message for Wives (Eph. 5:33) One old church member said, "There are two sides to every question in our household: My wife’s side and the wrong side." Or as one man said, "The average man lays down the law and then accepts his wife’s ammendments." Yet, let us take ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Lessons About Marriage" 1 Cor. 7 Pt 7 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 4, 2008

Paul in chapter 7 of 1 Corinthians addresses three main subjects, “Let’s talk sex and do it God’s way,” “Divorce is not an option for the Christian” and then, “Decide for yourself to marry or not to marry.”

“Lessons about Marriage” Opening Illustration: Blue Fishtv.com. - “Christian Marriage” thoughts by Les and Leslie Parrot on marriage Thesis: Paul in chapter 7 of 1 Corinthians addresses three main subjects, “Let’s talk sex and do it God’s way,” “Divorce is not an option for the Christian” and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love's Dimensions

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 21, 2008

Paul describes love’s immeasurabley wide- unassuming-forever dimensions.

So Sonja and Mike, the two of you are “in love.” Can you tell me what that means exactly? Is being “in love” like being “in Hong Kong”? Is love a place? Does it have an address? Is being “in love” like being “in a tree”? I ask this because when couples falter in love they often say they’ve “fallen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Keep Your Love Growing

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

There are five things which keep a marriage and your love growing

How to Keep Your Love Growing A woman wrote to Dear Abby: “Do all marriages eventually go stale? Ours has. My husband and I don’t seem to have much to talk about any more. We used to talk about our kids but now they’re grown and gone. Now I have no major complaints about my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9

Denomination: Methodist

Worship And A Wedding

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 19, 2009

A wedding homily.

Wedding Homily I ask him to strengthen you by his Spirit—not a brute strength but a glorious inner strength—that Christ will live in you as you open the door and invite him in. And I ask him that with both feet planted firmly on love, you’ll be able to take in with all followers of Jesus the ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Breaking Free Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 6, 2009

WE need to break free from the parasites that will ruin a relationship!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to address an issue that haunts many relationships. If we are not careful we can allow things to latch onto our relationships that can drain the life right out of them. • Have you heard of parasites? • The dictionary defines parasites as follows: a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 13, 2009

Forgiveness is SO important for a relationship to be healthy.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As we enter into week 5 of Fireproofing our Relationships, I want to talk to you about the second most important skill and action involved in successful relationships, friendships, and marriages. That skill is forgiveness. • This may be one of the most difficult skills to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wake Up Iowa!

Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 10, 2010

I believe we are in the situation that we are in because we have been quiet for far too long. We have not applied biblical principles towards the same sex issue. We have not sounded a clear call and it is time we do.

Wake up Iowa, Same Sex Marriage is Wrong Scripture: Hebrews 13:4 & 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 Date: 11 October 2009 Purpose: I believe we are in the situation that we are in because we have been quiet for far too long. We have not applied biblical principles towards the same ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Other

Working Toward A Great Marriage, Part 2 - Love And Respect

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 7, 2010

Second in this brief series on marriage, this one discussing two of the greatest needs for a great marriage - love and respect.

Working Toward a Great Marriage Part 2 – Love and Respect Ephesians 5:22-33 May 30, 2010 THE AUDIO OF THIS SERMON CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.ABERDEENWESLEYAN.ORG NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me/We: This is the second of a two-part series ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Wesleyan