Christian Marriage
Christian Marriage4
A Christian Home (A Spirit-Filled, Praying Husband, and a Gentle, Loving Wife)
By Hans R. Waldvogel01CO 11:3EPH 5:29COL 3:181PE 3:4Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the significance of a spirit-filled husband and a gentle, loving wife in creating a Christian home. He highlights that the husband must have Christ as his head to lead the family effectively, while the wife should embody a meek and quiet spirit, nurturing her home. Waldvogel stresses that a family rooted in prayer and love reflects God's design for marriage, serving as a foundation for the church. He warns against the consequences of broken homes and the importance of mutual respect and love between spouses. Ultimately, he calls for homes to be places where God is recognized and honored.
The Local Church That God Blesses - the Home in a Permissive Society
By Peter Brandon41:02:10EPH 5:18Peter Brandon emphasizes the critical need for building New Testament homes in a permissive society, highlighting that Christian homes are under attack and must uphold biblical standards of marriage. He discusses the importance of spiritual, moral, and parental preparation for marriage, as well as the principles of love, respect, and mutual submission between husbands and wives. Brandon asserts that a strong Christian marriage serves as a powerful witness in a decaying society, and that true spirituality is revealed in the home rather than on the platform. He encourages couples to cultivate a Christ-centered relationship, emphasizing the permanence of marriage and the necessity of a spiritual link through prayer and worship.
The Local Church That God Blesses - the New Testament Home in a Permissive Society
By Peter Brandon61:07:10ACT 1:8ACT 2:42Peter Brandon emphasizes the significance of the local church and the necessity of building New Testament homes in a permissive society. He discusses the importance of being filled with the Spirit, the principles of marriage, and the need for strong, Christ-centered relationships within families. Brandon highlights that every Christian home is under attack and stresses the importance of maintaining biblical standards in marriage. He outlines the preparation, permanence, and principles of marriage, urging couples to embody a Christ-church relationship as a witness to the world. Ultimately, he calls for a return to functional New Testament Christianity to experience God's blessings.
The Christian Husband
By J.R. Miller0PRO 31:10MRK 10:91CO 13:4GAL 5:22EPH 4:2EPH 5:25COL 3:19HEB 13:41PE 3:71JN 4:19J.R. Miller emphasizes the vital role of the husband in a Christian marriage, highlighting that love is the foundation of his duties. He explains that a husband's love should be selfless, gentle, and supportive, mirroring Christ's love for the Church. Miller stresses the importance of honoring and sharing life with one's wife, ensuring that she feels valued and included in all aspects of life. He warns against the dangers of neglecting spiritual companionship, urging husbands to walk alongside their wives in faith. Ultimately, a true Christian husband fosters a nurturing environment that allows both partners to grow in love and faith together.