Miles Apart In The Same House, Part 4 of 4 (Till Death Do Us Part)
December 20, 2021
Are you weighed down by the terrible experiences in your relationships or the frozen communication lines in your marriage? Many marriages begin happily, but then descend into conflict. That’s when husband and wife reveal the inner rebellion that’s marked every human since that first couple. But you will never sense the presence of Christ more than when you honestly and openly communicate.
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Adam and Eve tossed paradise aside when they disobeyed God. Like them, we manipulate each other to meet our own needs, not realizing that meeting our mate’s needs is the real key to marital happiness. Feelings of rejection multiply as Adam and Eve’s story repeats throughout history. Yet even when you pass the buck or shift blame, God never leaves you on your own. Instead, He gives us a glimpse of future redemption in Christ.
December 17, 2021
When the family unit breaks down, culture itself breaks down. Communication failures affect nearly every marriage, and this began quite early in history. In fact, you see it in the Garden of Eden. Like Adam and Eve, we manipulate each other to meet our own needs, rather than loving our spouse through meaningful communication—a love that reflects God’s own character. In this message, you’ll identify the barriers of sin, shame, and fear that block communication in the family.
December 16, 2021
Fractured, stressed, broken, dysfunctional…all these words describe the state of the family today. This chaos is often rooted in failed communication in marriages. The communication issue goes all the way back to the Garden of Eden. Shame, the fear of rejection, and blame are all brought to light in Genesis 3 with Adam and Eve. In this message about communication, or the lack of it, you’ll hear three reasons why it’s so important.
December 15, 2021
Whether you’re learning about matrimony or rebuilding a broken relationship, marriage is two people promising to care for each other, even though they don’t do it perfectly. This combats the inherent selfishness we all possess. In many ways, marriage is a crucible in which character is forged, and where happiness is found in pleasing your mate, not yourself. In this message, you’ll be prepared to respond to disappointment in your marriage with the heart of Jesus.
December 14, 2021
Many marriages fail today. The resulting carnage leaves a trail of dysfunction for generations. God intended marriage to develop character, not just fulfill sensual desire. When you arrive at this level of maturity, you find the rewards are lasting. What are the rewards?
December 13, 2021
On their wedding day, few starry-eyed couples realize that their marriage will reveal character flaws they both have. Here’s more on the foundational truth that being happy is not the main idea for marriage, as far as God is concerned. In this straight talk about married reality, you’ll experience the love of Jesus. Despite our fickleness, selfishness, or disloyalty, Jesus still loves us. What if marriages reflected this unconditional love?
December 10, 2021
When the rough spots come, and they will, how do married couples make it? In marriage, you might try to avoid dealing with conflict or taking responsibility for sin. But without true communication or humility, any marriage bond is ruined, missing out on God’s blessing. As Ephesians 5 describes, God designed marriages more to develop character than to ensure a lifetime of happiness. In this message, you’ll take down the first of five assumptions needed for a fulfilled marriage.
December 9, 2021
What do I do if my spouse won’t change? Central to the marriage vow is one man and one woman committing to confine sexual union to the two of them and to guard the relational trust. In this message, you’ll discover the power of honesty in your most intimate relationship. In fact, you’ll be prepared to better understand your spouse and what their needs are.
December 8, 2021
It’s a tragedy when marriage partners begin to see their mates like car models, to trade in when a better one comes along. The underlying issue is that many want what they don’t have. Yet living a life of love, purity, and honor is the only way to ensure a satisfying marriage. In this message, you’ll find that marriage gives you a wonderful opportunity to die to yourself and to love someone else selflessly.
December 7, 2021
When a young couple stands at the altar, romantic love abounds, and the wedding vows come easily. It’s later that reality sets in. Few take seriously the promises they make when they tie the knot and exchange the rings. What is the glue that binds people together when the luster fades? In this message, you’ll get practical advice to imitate God’s life of love in your marriage and relationships.
December 6, 2021
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Conflict in relationships is inevitable, but healing and reconciliation often is not. Time and again we've tried every option and failed, and all we are left with is a load of guilt and pain. Pastor Erwin Lutzer shows how the blessing the Lord gives to those who suffer unjustly is worth the pain involved. He also illustrates the need to leave our broken relationships in the hands of God and move forward in our lives toward freedom. Click below to receive this book for a gift of any amount or call Moody Church Media at 1.800.215.5001.