Marriage: Contract or Covenant?
June 12, 2025

Definition of Marriage

Marriage is God’s

and .
Begins and ends with marriage: Genesis 2:24, Revelation 22:20.

Covenant vs. Contract

Marriage is a

relationship.
Jesus’ teaching: Matthew 19:4-6.

Roles in Marriage

Husbands: Love as Christ loved: Ephesians 5:25-28.
Wives: Submit as to the Lord: Ephesians 5:22.

Dealing with Spiritual Differences

Stay committed: 1 Corinthians 7:10-11.
Influence through faith: 1 Corinthians 7:12-14.

Divorce and Separation

Permitted due to

: Matthew 19:8-9.
Abandonment: 1 Corinthians 7:15.

Purpose of Marriage

Holiness over happiness: Consider Philippians 2:3-8.

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