A Real Life story on Marriage, divorce, remarriage and adultery In August 2009, I was speaking at an Association of Marriage and Family Ministries conference in Phoenix, AZ. After my presentation I was late for lunch and a black gentleman with an accent approached my table as I was eating alone. I recognized him from being in my presentation. He asked if he could join me for lunch. I said, “Absolutely,” and thanked him for joining in my session. He introduced himself as Pastor Morvan... Read More
November 11, 2020
Hot Topics Surrounding Marriage
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We’ve spent the last few weeks on posts talking about key and foundational principles and issues from God’s Word when it comes to love, relationships, sexuality and marriage. The focus for these included “Serving is Love is Authority,” “Unconditional Love – Forgiveness and Trust” and others (check out www.loveandlordship.com for the past several articles, podcasts and videos)! This week we’re jumping into deeper waters and some, well let’s just say, somewhat controversial texts of Scripture when it comes to Marriage, Adultery, Divorce and Remarriage. Remember,... Read More
November 3, 2020
Forgiveness and Trust; Unconditional Love
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Two More Tips for Healthy Marriages and Relationships Forgiveness and Trust In almost every case with struggling couples, no matter what the symptoms are, there are major foundational issues rooted in unforgiveness and distrust. I want to share some Scripture and insights that have helped many. Forgiveness is mandatory (Matthew 6:14-15; Ephesians 4:32); Trust is earned (John 2:24). I tweeted some time ago, “God’s grace is amazing, but it never compromises His Truth.” If it did, He would be a liar and we know that’s... Read More
October 28, 2020
Christ’s Kingdom: Loving is Serving is Authority
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A Marriage Parody on Loving Servant-Leadership Our most recent article focused on a marriage tip regarding real authority and “who wears the pants in your marriage/family?” The 2 pair of pants, found in 2 acronyms were “Proper Authority Needed To Succeed” and Proper Attitude Needed To Serve.” According to God’s Word when we “lord it over others” we are not actually in authority but are practicing according to the world and unbelievers (Matthew 20:20-28). On the other hand when we lovingly submit and serve we... Read More
October 9, 2020
Navigating Marriage
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Biblical Tips for Navigating Marriage We’ve laid out what God’s Word says regarding building our relationships as His disciples under His Lordship. We’ve applied them specifically to marriage with the commands and keys that enable us to build marriages that are blessed and bless our families and His Church. There are volumes, and even libraries of books, that address most of the “how to’s” in marriage. The purpose of this post in particular is to help us make sure that our hearts and minds are... Read More