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Nourishing the soul through Bible research.

Delve into the depth of biblical wisdom on relationships and marriage, examining passages from Matthew and Ephesians. Discover the profound connection between love and respect, keys to a harmonious union. Explore the challenges and rewards of living out these principles in a Godly marriage.

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Nourishing the soul through Bible research.

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  1. Nourishing the soul through Bible research.

  2. The Gates of Hell at Caesarea Philippi

  3. Depiction of Caesarea Philippi during the time of the New Testament Cave Shrine to Caesar Temple to Zeus Dance floor of the sacred goats Shrine to Pan

  4. Marriage problems? divorce?

  5. Matthew 19:1-12 • 1 When Jesus had finished saying these things, he left Galilee and went into the region of Judea to the other side of the Jordan. Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there. • 3 Some Pharisees came to him to test him. They asked, "Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any and every reason?" • 4 "Haven't you read," he replied, "that at the beginning the Creator 'made them male and female,' and said, 'For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh'? So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate."

  6. Matthew 19:1-12 • 7 "Why then," they asked, "did Moses command that a man give his wife a certificate of divorce and send her away?" • 8 Jesus replied, "Moses permitted you to divorce your wives because your hearts were hard. But it was not this way from the beginning. I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for marital unfaithfulness, and marries another woman commits adultery."

  7. Matthew 19:1-12 • 10 The disciples said to him, "If this is the situation between a husband and wife, it is better not to marry." • 11 Jesus replied, "Not everyone can accept this word, but only those to whom it has been given. For some are eunuchs because they were born that way; others were made that way by men; and others have renounced marriage because of the kingdom of heaven. The one who can accept this should accept it."

  8. Matthew 19:1-12 • 8 Jesus replied, "Moses permitted you to divorce your wives because your hearts were hard. But it was not this way from the beginning.

  9. Ephesians 5:31-33 • 31 "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh." • 32 This is a profound mystery-but I am talking about Christ and the church. • 33 However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.

  10. Ephesians 5:31-33 • 33 However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.

  11. Love and Respect • “Psychological studies affirm it, and the Bible has been saying it for ages. Cracking the communication code between husband and wife involves understanding one thing: that unconditional respect is as powerful for him as unconditional love is for her. It’s the secret to marriage that every couple seeks, and yet few couples ever find.” dust jacket

  12. Love and Respect • Dr. John Gottman, University of Washington. In a study of 29 years, 2000 married couples. “Successful marriage conversation reveal a strong undercurrent of 2 basic ingredients, love and respect. These are the direct opposite of contempt, perhaps the most corrosive force in a marriage.” pg 35

  13. “A New Year, A New You” February 11, 2006 Page 4 Shaunti Feldhahn • Understanding the Inner Lives of Men • I. RESPECT/TRUST • Finding: Men would rather feel alone and unloved than inadequate and disrespected. • Survey results: • Think about what these two negative experiences would be like: to feel alone and unloved in the world OR to feel inadequate and disrespected by everyone. If you were forced to choose one, which would you prefer? Would you rather feel...? • Alone And Unloved • Inadequate And Disrespected 74% 26%

  14. How does a husband love a disrespectful wife? How does a wife respect an unloving husband? The Challenge It’s humanly impossible! I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through Him (Christ) who gives me strength. Philippians 4:12-13

  15. A Godly marriage reflects the Glory of God! Love and Respect Seminar Grand Jct, Feb 24-25 $70 couple 970 242-7970

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