A Godly Christian Home - Zac Poonen - May 25, 2019
http://rlcfchurch.org/godly-christian-home Sermon Series: The Real Full Gospel (Sermon #4) RLCF Family Discipleship Conference 2019 River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The sermon emphasizes that for young people considering marriage, it is crucial that both partners are born-again Christians, warning against being unequally yoked. The primary purpose of marriage, according to God, is fellowship, followed by having children. The speaker advises that marriage should be a union first in spirit, then mind and body, and recommends reading specific books on the topic.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Do not be unequally yokedUnmarried young people must remember the biblical command not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers.2 Corinthians 6:14
The meaning of being born againThe new birth happens when a person repents first and then receives Christ as Lord, removing self from the throne.
Children of God versus children of the devilThe Bible distinguishes between children of God and children of the devil based on whether they practice righteousness and love.1 John 3:9–10
The primary purpose of marriageGod instituted marriage primarily for fellowship so that a man and woman are not alone, with having children as a secondary purpose.Genesis 2:18
The sexual function in marriageThe sexual relationship in marriage is described as a mutual duty designed to prevent temptation and lack of self-control.1 Corinthians 7:3–5
Husbands, your wife has authority over your eyesJust as a husband has authority over his wife's body for sexual intimacy, the wife has authority over the husband's eyes to keep him pure from pornography and unfaithfulness.
Husbands love your wives and wives respect your husbandsSpouses must read their own instructions in Scripture: husbands are commanded to love their wives like Christ loved the church, and wives are commanded to respect their husbands.Ephesians 5:22–33
Submitting to an unconverted or disobedient husbandWives are instructed to be submissive even to husbands who disobey the Word of God, winning them through pure and respectful behavior rather than preaching.1 Peter 3:1
The need for spiritual unityBeyond physical union and caring for children, husband and wife must cultivate an increasing spiritual unity to avoid descending to the level of animals.
The test of a good relationshipA true sign of a healthy relationship between believers or spouses is the ability to share clean, non-humiliating humor and jokes with one another.
Who should take the first step to restore fellowship?When tension arises, the person who is more spiritual—following Christ's example—should take the first step to restore the relationship.
Approving everything together under GodMarried couples should only engage in activities and watch programs that they can invite Jesus to share in with them.
Bringing up children in unityParents must present a united front, resolve disagreements privately away from their children, and demonstrate Christ's love through mutual forgiveness.
Training children in obedience and disciplineParents must train children in instant obedience from the age of one and use discipline to drive foolishness from a child's heart.Proverbs 22:6–15
Two absolute rules for childrenThe speaker prioritized two strict rules for his children: absolute obedience and respect to parents, and never telling a lie.
The secret is being filled with the Holy SpiritAll biblical instructions for husbands, wives, parents, and children flow from the foundational command to be continually filled with the Holy Spirit.Ephesians 5:18
