In this edition of UBC Sermon Discussions pastor Jason Wing answers questions from his sermon out of 1 Corinthians 7:25-40

The main idea for the sermon was: A maturing church will be full of people living with eternity in mind, whether they are married or unmarried.

Questions discussed in this episode:

Q. Were any of the apostles married? Jesus called them to leave everything and follow him. We don’t hear much about their families. How does a Christ-follower balance family life and devoutly following Jesus?

Q. What counsel would you give to those who feel they have a full work/family schedule, but who also feel called to some degree of “leveling up” in ministry yet don’t feel equipped in this season with the family support that might require? Put differently: How can we properly view this passage in light of the sentiment “your family is your first ministry,” and not using that as a potential excuse to avoid seeking any further responsibility in the church at large?

Q. Great CT Studd quote yesterday. Some may receive that and say the only life really worth living is that of a pastor or missionary. Could you give some specific examples of how to apply Studd’s quote in the seemingly mundane, ordinary lives of many Christians who will stay in the States, work regular jobs, and live lives that seem not all that extraordinary? 

Q. I’ve always thought that I should get married because then I could serve the Lord better than I could if I was alone. Is that correct?

Q. I’m single and heading to the mission field. Do you think I should get married?

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