The Act of Marriage

Topical Sermons

Scripture : Ephesians 5:22-33

Intro.

1. Sexual activity outside of marriage is sin against God, man and oneself – Gen. 39:9, Psa. 51:3-4; 1 Ths. 4:6; 1 Cor. 6:18.

2. Within marriage it is pure & honorable – Gen. 2:25; Heb. 13:4.

3. Preachers are not preaching God’s word on this subject (perhaps afraid to, or don’t think it is sin, etc.)

-ARE YOU READY FOR THE “ACT OF MARRIAGE”?

• No, if you are not married – 1 Cor. 7:1-2.

a. 5 mil. unmarried Americans living together.

b. Over 60% couples live together before marriage.

c. Cohabitation is not training ground for marriage!

d. Must control the flesh – Matt. 5:27-30; 2 Tim. 2:22.

• No, if you are married to the wrong person – Matt. 5:32; 19:9; Heb. 13:4

• No, if you are not ready to be a parent – Gen. 4:1.

-Blessing & responsibility - Psa. 127:3-5; 128:1-3, 6; Prov. 17:6

-Marriage suited for children – Gen. 2:24; 1:27-28

• No, if you think it is about you – 1 7:3-5

-In marriage you don’t have power over your body

-Selfishness harms many marriages – 7:5; 1 Cor. ; Phil. 2:4

• No, if you are not committed to being faithful to your spouse – Heb. 13:4; 1 Ths. 4:3, 8; Gen. 2:24 (Matt. 19:5-6).

• Yes, if you…

1. Are married – 1 Cor. 7:1-2

2. Are married scripturally – Matt. ; 19:9

3. Are prepared to be a parent – Gen. 4:1

4. Know it is about your spouse – 1 Cor. 7:3-5

5. Are committed to fidelity – Heb. 13:4

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