
Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage
Pastor John Marc Wiemann
1 Corinthians 7:8-16
Main point: In 1 Corinthians 7:8-16, Paul gives four case studies so that we understand and follow God’s perspective on marriage, divorce, and remarriage.
I. Case 1: Previously Married Believers
Verses 8-9
II. Case 2: Two Married Believers
Verses 10-11
III. Case 3: Married to a Satisfied Unbeliever
Verses 12-14
IV. Case 4: Married to an Unbeliever Who Wants to Divorce
Verses 15-16
Here are some books which may assist you in deeper study and application of the truths presented in today’s sermon. While the Cornerstone elders cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, we do believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through today’s topic.
• Strengthening Your Marriage by Wayne Mack
• Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas
• Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage by Jim Newheiser
Questions for Spiritual Growth
Our Cornerstone mission is To Know Christ and Make Him Known. Community Groups help us to live out our mission as we discuss the Scripture passage from the sermon, how to apply it, and pray for one another.
When discussing marriage, divorce, and remarriage how can we make sure that the Bible and not the broader culture is our standard for living?
Read Matthew 19:3-9. How does Jesus describe God’s intention for marriage? How does Paul’s teaching in 1 Corinthians 7:8-16 reinforce Christ’s words?
Whether single or married, why should obeying and glorifying God be the chief ambition in the heart of each believer? What verses support your answer?
Read 2 Corinthians 6:14. What does it mean to be unequally yoked with unbelievers? How does this apply to marriage? How does it apply to dating and courtship?
What biblical advice could you give to someone who hopes to marry an unbeliever and then convert her to Christianity?
What specific direction and encouragement does the apostle Paul give believers who are married to an unbeliever? Do you know anyone in that situation? How can you encourage and support them?
How does a spouse pursuing restoration and reconciliation in their marriage provide a living picture of the Gospel?