The Purpose Of Marriage

The Purpose Of Marriage | Episode 1 | A Godly Institution

May 28, 2025 • Duane Sheriff • 2 Corinthians 11:2–4, Ephesians 5:32, Hebrews 13:4, 1 Corinthians 4:1–2, Ecclesiastes 3:1

"The Purpose of Marriage" is a divine mystery that reflects Christ's love for the church. In this episode, Duane Sheriff teaches the divine purpose of marriage and its connection to the gospel. There is a compelling parallel between traditional marriage and our spiritual union with Jesus. Marriage is not simply a contract or social institution. It is a divine institution that reflects Christ's love for the church. Today's culture and many churches often fail to grasp the true purpose of marriage. Understanding the connection between marriage and our relationship with Christ is essential to our spiritual growth. Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/the-purpose-of-marriage

The Purpose Of Marriage | Episode 2 | Why Not To Marry

May 29, 2025 • Duane Sheriff • Proverbs 29:18, Proverbs 3:13, Colossians 2:9–10, 1 Corinthians 7:18

In episode two of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff discusses five common misconceptions about why people get married. In a survey, he discovered that people get married to be happy, to find their value or worth, to be complete, to get out of trouble, or simply as an experiment to see how it goes. These reasons go against God's intended design for marriage. No person, place, or thing can make you happy. Entering the institution of marriage in order to achieve happiness will actually ensure unhappiness. Instead, we are called to approach marriage from a biblical perspective and find our happiness, value, and completeness in Christ rather than in a spouse. Colossians 2:9-10 reminds us that in Jesus, all the fullness of the Godhead dwells bodily, and we are complete in Him. This spiritual foundation is crucial before entering into marriage. Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/the-purpose-of-marriage

The Purpose Of Marriage | Episode 3 | Why To Marry

May 30, 2025 • Duane Sheriff • Ephesians 5, Genesis 2:18–25, Genesis 1

In the third episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff explains that marriage is a sacred institution created by God for companionship and partnership, mirroring the relationship between Christ and the Church. In Genesis 2, the story of Adam and Eve, God states that it is "not good" for man to be alone. This story emphasizes our deep-rooted desire for companionship and partnership. The creation of Eve from Adam's rib symbolizes the unity and intimacy that God intended for marriage. Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/the-purpose-of-marriage

The Purpose Of Marriage | Episode 4 | Companion

June 2, 2025 • Duane Sheriff • Genesis 5:1–2, Genesis 2:18–24, Genesis 1:26–27, Mark 9:5–9

In the fourth episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Brother Duane explores the purpose and divine design of marriage, tracing its origins back to creation. The biblical account of Adam and Eve reveals how woman was created from within man, symbolizing the deep unity intended in marriage. The creation story reveals that marriage is not a human institution, but a God-ordained covenant designed to fulfill the need for companionship. God created man and woman to be partners in marriage. Eve was created from Adam's rib, emphasizing that she was "bone of his bones and flesh of his flesh." Marriage, therefore, reunites what was taken apart, with male and female becoming one flesh. Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/the-purpose-of-marriage

The Purpose Of Marriage | Episode 5 | Sexual Purity

June 3, 2025 • Duane Sheriff • Genesis 2:24–25, 1 Corinthians 7:1–5, Hebrews 13:4, 1 Corinthians 6:18–20, Ephesians 5:3–7

In the fifth episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff teaches marriage is a divine institution designed for companionship, covenant, and the expression of our sexuality within safe boundaries. God created us as sexual beings with the intention that this gift be enjoyed within the haven of marriage. 1 Corinthians 7 reminds us that marriage is God's solution to sexual immorality, providing a sanctified space for intimacy. Just as water brings life within its banks but destruction when it floods, so too does our sexuality bless us within marriage but can harm us outside of it.

The Purpose Of Marriage | Episode 6 | Godly Seed

June 4, 2025 • Duane Sheriff • Hebrews 13:4, 1 Corinthians 7:1–3, Malachi 2:13–16, Genesis 2:18, 1 Peter 3:7

In the sixth episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff explores the reasons to get married, which include companionship, sexual purity, and procreation. A key aspect of marriage is its covenant nature, intended to foster the upbringing of godly offspring. God designed marriage to create a loving and nurturing environment for children to grow in the knowledge and reverence of the Lord. This family unit, comprising a father, mother, and children, is essential to God's plan for raising children in His ways. The significance of strong marriages in raising children extends beyond the family; it impacts society, culture, and politics. Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/the-purpose-of-marriage

The Purpose Of Marriage | Episode 7 | Christ & The Church

June 5, 2025 • Duane Sheriff • Ephesians 5:22–33

In the seventh episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff explores the deep spiritual significance of the husband-wife relationship as a reflection of Christ and the Church. Ephesians 5 explains that marriage is not just a natural union but also a profound spiritual mystery. Husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loves the Church: sacrificially, selflessly, and unconditionally. Wives, in turn, are encouraged to submit to their husbands as the Church submits to Christ. This parallel unveils the beautiful dance of love and respect that strengthens our earthly marriages and relationship with God. Marriages are living testimonies of the Gospel, modeling Christ's love to our children and the world around us. Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/the-purpose-of-marriage

The Purpose Of Marriage | Episode 8 | The Great Mystery

June 6, 2025 • Duane Sheriff • Ephesians 5:32, Genesis 2:18–24

In the eighth and final episode of "The Purpose of Marriage," Duane Sheriff explores the unique connection between the marriage of a husband and wife and the relationship between Christ and the Church, describing it as a "great mystery" revealed in Scripture. In Ephesians 5, marriage is presented as a reflection of Christ's love for the church. The first marriage of Adam and Eve serves as a prophetic picture of Christ and His bride, the church. Just as Eve was created from Adam's rib, the church was born from Christ's wounded side on the cross. Click for FREE offer ➡️https://pastorduane.com/the-purpose-of-marriage

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