Miles Apart in the Same House Part 2
November 22, 2013
Despite counseling, divorce marks the end of half of American marriages, leaving behind incalculable damage. When the family unit breaks down, culture itself breaks down. Communication breakdowns affect nearly every marriage at one time or another, and this began quite early in history – all the way back to the Garden of Eden.
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The family is an endangered species. The very definition of the family is being torn apart. Fractured, broken, stressed, and dysfunctional are words that can be used to describe this most basic unit of society. This begins when marriages fail. Today we will take a candid look at the causes of these failures.
November 21, 2013
Left to ourselves, we’re basically narcissistic. We would much rather meet our own needs than meet the needs of others. In matrimony, two people have to care for each other. This combats the inherent selfishness we all share. In many ways, marriage is a crucible in which character is forged and where happiness is found in pleasing your mate, not yourself.
November 20, 2013
Anyone who thinks that marriage is the magic door to happiness might want to note that half of all marriages fail today. The resulting carnage of divorce and shattered families leaves a trail of dysfunction for generations. God intended marriage to develop character, not just fulfill sensual desire. Those who opt out of their marriages miss many rewards.
November 19, 2013
When she comes down the aisle, she is the picture of perfection. He is Prince Charming in a black tuxedo. On their wedding day, few starry-eyed couples realize the searchlight that their marriage will be in revealing the character flaws they both have. Today we will discuss in more detail that happiness is not the main purpose of marriage.
November 18, 2013
Is marriage the way to happiness? There is good evidence in the Bible that marriage is designed more to develop character than to ensure a lifetime of bliss. When the rough times come – and they will – what are couples to learn from those experiences?
November 15, 2013
The central idea of the marriage vow is to commit completely and exclusively to your spouse. To violate this destroys the trust that a working marriage requires, as well as violating the commands of the God who designed marriage in the first place.
November 14, 2013
Many marriages are on shaky ground. Some see their mates like car models; trade them in when a better one comes along. The underlying issue is covetousness, wanting what you do not have. The Bible has clear directions for making marriages last, and today we will see why living a life of love, purity and honor is the only way to ensure a long and satisfying marriage.
November 13, 2013
When a young couple stands at the altar, all is love and the wedding vows come easily. It is later that reality sets in. Inevitable conflicts arise, and the temptation to split up is great. What is the glue that can bind two people together when the romance fades? Today we will discuss the power of commitment, and why keeping our commitments can save our marriages and our families.
November 12, 2013
In the old days, it was said, “his word is as good as his bond.” A handshake and a promise was all it took to seal the deal. These days, when a marriage breaks up, we have prenuptial agreements to divvy up the loot. Few take seriously the covenant they enter into when they tie the knot and exchange the rings. Today, Pastor Lutzer explains why marriage, in God’s eyes, is a lifetime deal no matter what.
November 11, 2013
Commitment is a fast-fading part of modern marriage, where “irreconcilable differences” mean divorce is around the corner. While there were differences between Wanda and Gustav Lutzer, they were never irreconcilable. Their marriage lasted 76 years, when Gustav passed away at age 106. On today’s broadcast, Dr. Erwin Lutzer, their fifth child, will tell of their commitment.
November 8, 2013
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This resource is a realistic analysis of why so many marriages that begin well end so tragically. Pastor Erwin Lutzer addresses the pressure points in marriage both biblically and compassionately so you can move beyond the past, seek God's guidance, and allow conflict to strengthen the relationship. Here is hope for those couples who think they are doomed to a relationship crippled by the failures of the past and the pain of the present. In Christ, any marriage can be strengthened and restored. Click below to receive this book for a gift of any amount or call Moody Church Media at 1.800.215.5001.