Genuine Love
from Covenant on SermonAudio Hosted by Howard Hendricks
This sermon explores the nature of genuine love within the context of Christian marriage, distinguishing it from infatuation and cultural misconceptions. It outlines ten specific characteristics of true love, including responsiveness to the whole person, reverence, self-giving, responsibility, joy in companionship, protection, belonging, mutual understanding, and dynamic growth. The speaker emphasizes that a healthy home environment, characterized by balanced parental roles and open communication, is the primary preparation for a successful marriage. By contrasting these biblical principles with societal trends, the message calls believers to view marriage as a sacred covenant that reflects the character of Christ. The sermon concludes with a practical assignment to measure one's own love against the description of Christ in 1 Corinthians 13, encouraging a deeper, more intentional commitment to one's spouse.
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