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Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Discover the importance of repentance, wisdom, and fairness in building a strong and godly marriage. Learn how to avoid foolishness, unfaithfulness, and shame in your relationship. Explore practical solutions rooted in biblical principles.

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Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

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  1. Grace Bible ChurchGlorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

  2. Solutions to Foolishness, Part 5 There are both good and dangerous marriage resources available, so be very careful. The Bible is the best book on marriage and the family

  3. Solutions to Foolishness, Part 5 A good marriage begins with repentance & conversion to being a true disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ A good marriage is developed over many years of becoming more wise and mature in following God

  4. Solutions to Foolishness, Part 5 I will not tickle your ears with human wisdom, techniques of manipulation or psychological methods If you feel your ears are being boxed, consider what the Holy Spirit may want you to do in your life

  5. Solutions to Foolishness, Part 5 Be wise and build up your home instead of foolish and tear it down with your own hands

  6. Check out the previous sermons for solutions to: naivety, poor counsel, pride, foolishness, wickedness, stubbornness, self-righteousness, selfishness, demanding, contention, nagging, being critical, quarreling, temperamental, harsh, hatred, neglect, indifference, manipulation, deceit and lying

  7. Unfair “to be content” or “to make something pretty “just and honest; impartial; unprejudiced,” “according to the rules.” It concerns process, not outcomes

  8. Unfair Everyone is affected by variables: family background, natural abilities, acquired skills and character Character is the most important factor: Proverbs 10:4; 11:27; 13:4; 21:

  9. Unfair Life does not give you equal backgrounds, natural abilities, acquired skills or character God does not give you the same roles in marriage A godly marriage is a covenant, a promise to fulfill God given roles and responsibilities

  10. Unfair Fairness is a matter of godliness, not equality - consider the conditions set in marriage vows Biblical fairness is equity: being upright, straight, on the level - related to righteousness and justice Equity in marriage is being upright in character & actions and living in godliness with your spouse

  11. Unfair If you still think fairness is related to equality, then face reality: Life is not “fair” Focus on being a blessing to others, especially your spouse, instead of a curse Where would you be if Jesus lived His life on the basis of “fairness” being related to equality?

  12. Indiscrete Discretion is giving careful consideration before making a decision, planning to fulfill a purpose Indiscretion acts on whims, is carried away by the moment, is oblivious to surroundings, lacks planning Proverbs 11:22 - outward appearance is mentioned, but the actual comparison is about character

  13. IndiscreteText An indiscrete character overwhelms even the beautiful with ugliness A godly man is repulsed by a vile tongue and a harlot’s dress even if the girl is pretty and charming

  14. Shameful The indiscrete that do not mature to become wise easily slide down into being shameful Shame is the grief & guilt caused by the exposure of what is inappropriate, disgraceful or dishonorable Proverbs 12:4 is an issue of character and trust bringing either honor / glory or dishonor / shame

  15. Shameful Shame can arise from any sin that becomes known - and sin of one spouse will effect the other Feelings of guilt / remorse vary by society, but God sets the standards for what is actually shameful

  16. Shameful Feminism has perverted the role of women in the church, but God’s commands are still clear The fashion industry has perverted clothing styles, but God still requires modesty

  17. Unfaithful Indiscretion leads to shamefulness which can easily result in unfaithfulness Unfaithfulness in marriage more often than not will destroy it With true repentance, adultery can be forgiven and the marriage healed, but it will take very hard work

  18. Unfaithful Lying is a wrecking ball to the home, unfaithfulness is a demolition bomb The adulterer departs from God’s commands (Prov, 2:17) & often has a seared conscience (Prov. 30:20) Adultery and fornication are both forms of unfaithfulness to God, and to the present or future spouse

  19. Solutions to Unfaithfulness Walk in the ways of wisdom and never get near unfaithfulness (Proverbs 5:8) Heed wisdom’s warnings and flee temptation Genuine repentance that humbly seeks forgiveness from God and everyone harmed

  20. Conclusions Because of man’s sin nature, foolishness abounds in marriages and families

  21. Key Solutions to Foolishness Repentance from sin, wickedness, and self-righteousness Set aside pride and humble yourself before God and man Become unselfish by considering God and others first

  22. Grace Bible ChurchGlorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

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