Proverbs: Wisdom for Marriage

Are Christian marriages any different than non-Christian marriages? Does the Bible offer any unique insight on how to have healthy, growing relationships between a husband and wife? In this sermon Pastor Byron gives us 6 keys to a good marriage from the book of Proverbs showing how marriage is a good thing, and you can obtain favor from the Lord for your relationships. SCRIPTURES FOR THE WEEK Proverbs 18:22, Ephesians 5:22-33 BEFORE YOU GET STARTED Take 5 minutes to silently read over the section of scriptures to gather insight, questions, or discussion with the group before answering the questions. QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK 1. Have you ever heard that Christian marriages are no different than non? Does the research surprise you to find out they are different? What do you think distinguishes Christian marriage from non? (Proverbs 18:22) 2. What areas of marriage do you think the Fear of the Lord brings confidence? How do we build our marriages on the Fear of the Lord? (Proverbs 14:26) 3. Why is frequent sex between a husband and wife a key to a good marriage? Does it surprise you to read the Bibles positive view of sex? Share your thoughts (Proverbs 5:18-19) 4. Did anyone model before you what a good marriage should look like? Which one of the keys found in Proverbs is something that you need for your relationships? (Read the verse that goes along with it and respond.) 5. Read Ephesians 5:22-33 and explain why Paul and Proverbs agree marriage is a good thing. What is the distinguishing factor between Christian marriages and non? CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK This week your challenge is to prayerfully journal how you rank according to the negative and positive qualities according to Proverbs. Come back to group next week ready to share what the Lord showed you and ways that you can change. NEXT WEEK: WISDOM FOR WORK The hand of the diligent will rule, while the slothful will be put to forced labor. - Proverbs 12:24