Biblical Love in Marriage Part 2 | Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage

Summary

What does biblical faithfulness look like when marriage is broken? In Matthew 19, Jesus reinforces God’s original design for marriage: one man and one woman joined together for life. “What God has joined together, let not man separate” isn’t just a phrase for weddings—it’s God’s high view of covenant love.

Key Takeaways

• Stay married. The remedy for a marriage that is not honoring to the Lord is not divorce; it is repentance. Where there is repentance, the goal should be reconciliation.
• Pursue what is most glorifying, not what is most relieving. He is most glorified by repentance and reconciliation. The love Christ has for us his church is actually displayed in your marriage most when you choose to love your spouse at their most unlovable points.
• Remember the gospel. While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

Discussing and Applying the Sermon:

• Read the full Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage statement. Discuss with your spouse and community group.
• Listen to Biblical Love in Marriage Part 1.
• What is your view of marriage now? What do you need to confess or share with community about your marriage or views on marriage?
• If you’re engaged, learn more about Merge, Watermark’s premarital ministry.
• If you’re married, consider Re|engage, Watermark’s marriage ministry.
• If you’re divorced, learn more about Divorce Recovery and their fall events.

Recommended Resources:

• Watermark Elders' statement on Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage