The Bridge Austin

Has a selfish act or a hurtful comment from your spouse caused you to think, “I thought they loved me?” or “Did I make a mistake marrying this person?” In this program, Chip Ingram confronts these common yet dangerous misbeliefs with powerful truth from Scripture. Better understand the relational fallout of this lie and the practical ways to eliminate these harmful thoughts from your mind when they arise.

Introduction: Among evangelical couples, what does the research actually say are the biggest issues in their life?”

1. Marriage struggles
2. Parenting in a secular culture

Fighting lies with truth

Lie #1:

• When I finally meet “the right person,” everything will work out fine.

The truth:

• Marrying the right person is CRUCIAL, but even with the greatest mate, a successful marriage requires following GOD’S DESIGN, putting in the hard work, persevering through difficulties, and relying on the Holy Spirit.

Key verse:

• Hebrews 10:36

Lie #2:

• When I experience disappointment, annoyance, and anger toward my spouse, that means I’m “falling out of love” and I may have married the wrong person.

The truth:

• CONFLICT and NEGATIVE emotions are not only normal, they are essential to learning to COMMUNICATE and forgive each other in the process of becoming one.

Key verse:

• Ephesians 4:32

Don’t buy the LIES. Do it GOD’S WAY.

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During the Civil Rights movement of the 1950’s and 60’s, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made many enemies. He faced rejection, persecution, hardship, and eventually was killed for his work. It must also be noted that the work he did was just, righteous, and honorable, both to God and his fellow man. The Church will also face persecution and hatred – Jesus told Christians to expect as much. As you listen to Pastor Chris today, do not let this discourage you! Rather, let it be a reminder that you get to be part of God’s story!

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that it’s only when we realize how powerful, and how holy God truly is, will we understand that God’s presence is not to be taken lightly. We must learn from what Samuel said to the people of God, and that is to respect what is sacred or serious consequences may come upon us.

The Apostle Paul reminds us in Ephesians that a Christian’s battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of darkness. Join us as Chip exposes powerful lies that have misled believers for centuries and are undermining the institution of marriage.

The command: Walk differently

• Walking worthy of your CALLING -Ephesians 4:1, 17
• Walking in LOVE, like Christ -Ephesians 5:2
• Walking as children of LIGHT -Ephesians 5:8
• Walking not as unwise, but as WISE -Ephesians 5:15

How?

• By letting your relationship with God—with Jesus and by the power of the Holy Spirit—be the one central, most important thing that focuses your mind around the truth of how to live. -Ephesians 5:15-20
• By applying the instructions for the Spirit-filled life to the family structure. -Ephesians 5:21-6:4

The ultimate context:

• The armor of God is detailed immediately after family instructions to frame the family as a primary spiritual battlefield for fighting lies. -Ephesians 6:10-18

Fighting for your family

• Identify lies and understand where they come from and what they do.
• Understand that lies make it impossible for children to grow up in a safe, stable, supportive environment where they feel valued, encouraged, and supported.
• Recognize that the most dangerous lies are the ones that you believe to the point where you think it’s good.

The family as a witness

• Few things will be more important to show the world the love of Christ than marriages that reflect Jesus and His Church.
• Our mission: To show the world that there is hope by identifying lies in our families and culture, and building Spirit-powered homes that glorify God.

Broadcast Resource

• Download Free MP3
• Message Notes

Additional Resource Mentions

• Marriage Truth Cards Offer
• "Uninvited Guests" Resources

Connect

• 888-333-6003
• Website
• Chip Ingram App
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

Partner With Us

• Donate Online
• 888-333-6003

God is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Songs are sung of God’s faithfulness and His follow-through on promises He has made. It’s no different here, where Jesus promises the disciples they will go across the Sea of Galilee, yet the Bible tells how the disciples doubted and feared when trouble arose. In today’s message, Pastor Chris explores how fear of the unknown is often the antithesis of trusting in the Lord. Examine your own life; would you say it is marked by trust, or ruled by fear?

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we do things that greatly displease the Lord, as did the Israelites during this time, both a warning and oftentimes a judgment will follow. But, this can make us realize the holiness of God, and the seriousness of staying in line with God’s will for our lives.