Divorce on SermonAudio

Today we are going to see that our Lord goes beyond the scope of just adultery of the heart to that of the act of adultery after divorce. We play the little game that if we get divorced, I have the right to remarry. And, at least as far as Christians are concerned, we find validation in Deut. 24:1-2 for remarriage; a comfort where there is no comfort; a false and invalid validation to justify sin.

America has the highest divorce rate in the world. The family is in shambles. Practically every church has to deal with families who have suffered from divorce, even to multiple generations. Unless we strengthen the marriage relationship, you can forget about all of the other battles for faith, family, and freedom. Here Kevin Swanson interviews Paul David Tripp, author of "What Did You Expect? Redeeming the Realities of Marriage." Here is some very helpful advice for anybody married or about to be married to another sinner. Note: The title of this book has been updated to "Marriage: 6 Gospel Commitments Every Couple Needs to Make."

This devotional examines the biblical perspective on divorce and remarriage, centering on Jesus' response to the Pharisees in Mark 10. The teaching emphasizes that God's original ideal for marriage is a permanent, exclusive union reflecting His nature, while acknowledging that the 'hardness of heart' resulting from sin necessitates the provision for divorce. The speaker distinguishes between the ideal and the reality of sin, explaining that Jesus permits divorce only in the case of sexual immorality, which breaks the 'one flesh' bond. The discussion highlights the importance of seeking God's mind over personal emotional agendas and affirms that forgiveness is available for those who have broken these standards. The tone is pastoral and instructional, aiming to provide clarity and grace to those navigating the complexities of marital dissolution.

This sermon examines the Apostle Paul's motivation for surrendering his personal rights and liberties, identifying the advancement of the gospel as the primary driver. The central message emphasizes that true Christian service involves voluntary self-denial and cultural accommodation to reach lost souls, rather than compromising doctrinal truth. By contrasting Paul's flexibility with the immutability of God's word, the exposition highlights the distinction between wise adaptation and sinful compromise. The preacher urges believers to emulate Christ's example of humble servitude, prioritizing the salvation of others over personal comfort or preference. Ultimately, the call is for the church to be actively engaged in the mission of saving souls, recognizing that the gospel's power is best displayed when believers are willing to lay down their own rights for the sake of others.

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This sermon examines the divine intent for marriage and gender roles as established in Genesis 2, arguing that the creation of a 'helper suitable' for man reflects a complementary rather than identical design. The speaker contrasts the fallen world's tendency toward divorce and sexual immorality with God's original command for men and women to become one flesh, emphasizing that this union serves as a stabilizing force for society. Drawing on Paul's teachings in 1 Corinthians and 1 Timothy, the message asserts that hierarchical authority within marriage mirrors the relationship between Christ and the Father, calling men to lead with sacrificial responsibility and women to submit with grace. The sermon concludes by urging believers to embrace this biblical framework, asserting that despite the distortions of the fall, God's design for stable, committed marriage remains 'very good' and essential for human flourishing.

Passages of scripture often force us to wrestle first with what the passage is not saying before we can home in on what the passage is saying. Thus, even in the Holy Spirit, we are not to untether ourselves from the Scriptures. We still understand the commands of God by the Scriptures that have been written for us (and to us). What's especially new about the New Covenant is that now, by the Holy Spirit, we have the power to live out God's commands.

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