Relationships Wk 2 (Finding Your Life Partner)

From At The Crossroads Church Podcast · 43:56

Show by Pastor Travis Blais

This week the message is with Pastor Peter and is the second in this series on Relationships called Finding Your Life Partner.The following will be scriptures and notes from the sermon:Rule #1: Marry the right person: Compatibility in family, personality,and values.Col.3:15 – Let the peace of God rule in your heart!Proverbs 31:11 tells us, “The heart of her husband trusts in her.” Herhusband has complete confidence in her. He doesn't have to questionher faithfulness, honesty, or the way she handles their finances andresponsibilities.Proverbs 31:12 says, “She does him good, and not harm, all thedays of her life.” Verse 23 also describes how her husband isrespected among the leaders of the community.Proverbs 31:13–16 describes a woman who is willing to work hard,takes initiative, plans ahead, and uses her abilities and resourceswisely. She doesn't simply wait for things to happen; she takesresponsibility and works toward accomplishing her goals.Proverbs 31:26 says, “She opens her mouth with wisdom, and theteaching of kindness is on her tongue.”Proverbs 31:25 says, “She laughs at the time to come.”2 Corinthians 6:14 warns against being unequally yoked withunbelievers. Sharing your faith is foundational to building amarriage that honours God. Christ should be at the centre of yourrelationship, with both of you seeking Him, growing in Him, andtrusting Him with your future.Rule #2: Understand the Power of Attraction: Types and Emphasis ofAttraction- Spiritual Attraction- Emotional Attraction- Physical AttractionRule #3: Understand the Power of Love: Agape vs. Phileo; Covenantvs. Contract; 1Cor.13:4-7Summary: A contract focuses on what each person is obligated togive and receive, while a covenant focuses on alifelong commitment to give yourself fully to the otherperson and protect the relationship - serving eachother as Christ serves the church. Marriage is intendedto be a covenant.Thank you for listening and join us next time for more great teachings from The Word. If you feel to give towards this podcast ministry you can do so through the same ways that you give your tithes & offerings by writing Podcast ministry.

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