Faith,
What does a healthy culture require? We would all agree that healthy schools help make a healthy culture. A robust economy undoubtedly helps create one, too. But is marriage part of the infrastructure for a healthy culture? Most people, both inside and outside the Church, would say, “Yes!” Then why is it controversial for the Church to proclaim:
“Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral.” Hebrews 13:4
Whether you are married or not, marriages around you affect each of us. In His design, God knew healthy marriages are so vital that He needed to put guardrails around them. Thus, He commanded His people in the seventh commandment: “Do not commit adultery.”
This Sunday is our final message on this commandment, and we’re going to dig deep into three important questions:
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What is the covenant of marriage?
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What is a biblical understanding of adultery?
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Where is it written that we shouldn’t have sex before marriage?
God’s design for relationships isn’t outdated—it’s life-giving. Who in your life might need to hear this truth this weekend? I hope you’ll bring a friend to as we explore some of the most important questions of our time!
In Christ alone,
Pastor Brad
*Sermon notes are here.
And here are some deeper-dive videos relevant to Sunday’s message:
What is sexual immorality? (4:54)
Marriage: Covenant vs Contract I John Mark Comer (4:15)
*A quick note for parents: This Sunday’s message will be rated PG. Faith Kids will be available for all children from kindergarten through 5th grade.I