The sermon series “Answers to Questions Regarding Marriage and Divorce” provides a comprehensive exploration of the Christian perspective on marriage, divorce, and remarriage. The series addresses the sanctity of marriage and the prohibition of initiating divorce, whether by a Christian or non-Christian spouse. It further delves into the implications of remarriage after divorce, discussing the ambiguity of the phrase “not under bondage” and its implications for the deserted Christian spouse.
We encourage you to grapple with these complex issues, encouraging a deeper understanding of the teachings of Jesus and their application to contemporary marital situations.
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS REGARDING MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE PT. 1
The sermon explores five key questions that the Corinthians asked Paul in their letter, including whether singleness or marriage is God’s will, the role of physical intimacy in marriage, and the acceptability of divorce among Christian couples.
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS REGARDING MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE PT. 2
This sermon addresses questions such as whether singleness or marriage is God’s will, the role of physical intimacy in marriage, and the considerations for widowers and widows. It also explores the contentious issue of divorce among unhappily married individuals, discussing the reasons why people might consider divorce and the implications of such a decision.
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS REGARDING MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE PT. 3
The sermon addresses the prohibition of initiating divorce, whether by a Christian or non-Christian spouse, and the lack of exceptions to this rule in Corinthians. It also delves into the contentious issue of remarriage after divorce, discussing the ambiguity of the phrase “not under bondage” and its implications for the deserted Christian spouse.
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS REGARDING MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE PT. 4
This sermon continues the exploration of Christian perspectives on marriage and divorce, focusing on the interpretation of the ‘exception clause’ in Jesus’s teachings. The sermon discusses the implications of the Greek term ‘porneia’ and its translation as ‘immorality’ or ‘unchastity,’ suggesting that it might refer to persistent acts of adultery. It also delves into the Old Testament’s treatment of adultery and God’s divorce from Israel due to her spiritual adulteries.