Sermons on Ephesians
The Bible has a lot to say about marriage. Marriage is a wonderful gift from God. In marriage there can be tremendous joy as well as great difficulty. We must learn as we go through the valleys of challenge, the plains of parenting, the hills of hurts, and the heights of joy together.
God calls parents to raise their children in the “training and admonition of the Lord.” The Lord lays this challenge at the hands of dads and moms! The church comes alongside to equip and encourage parents and children in their walk with the Lord. As parents we must model truth, teach truth, and provide biblical…
There is a challenge given to men to love their wives “like Christ loved the church.” Jesus set the standard on how we are to love.
God created marriage and the family. He loves it when families live in harmony. As we face challenges, experience hardships, and shed tears; or we laugh, eat together, enjoy holidays, or begin new adventures the bond that holds a family together is love.
Pause. Give thanks. Remember your blessings. Spiritual blessings. The love of God. Salvation. Forgiveness. Security in Christ. The Holy Spirit. Family blessings. Your parents. Your spouse. Children. Grandchildren. Siblings. Your church family. Physical blessings. Material blessings. Continual blessings. Eternal blessings. Pause. Give thanks.
As believers we are commanded to “walk as children of light.” Light stands out in the darkness. Light illuminates the darkness. Light makes a difference.
We are called to walk in love just like Jesus did. What an example He set for us! Think about the impact that our love would have on our church and community. Jesus said, “By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:15).
