Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

Marriage in Christ

Sep 30, 2024

42:07

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Discover the rich insights of Ephesians 5 on marriage, exploring the distinct roles of husbands and wives grounded in love and mutual respect. Learn about marriage as a transformative covenant, moving beyond romance to deep partnership. The discussion highlights the gospel's powerful influence on relationships, promoting respect and selflessness. Delve into how a Spirit-filled life enhances marital dynamics and reflects the spiritual union with Christ, challenging conventional expectations of love and commitment.

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Marriage is defined as a covenant that prioritizes commitment and nurturing growth over fleeting emotions and cultural beliefs.

The dynamics of marriage reflect deeper spiritual truths about the relationship between Christ and the Church, enriching personal understanding of love.

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The Essence of Marriage

Marriage is defined as a covenant rather than merely a declaration of love, emphasizing the promise of future commitment over the fleeting feelings of present affection. Paul’s writing in Ephesians highlights that the true essence of marriage involves leaving one’s family to unite with a partner in a deep, binding, and exclusive relationship. The concept of covenant signifies a long-term commitment to love, nurturing, and support through the ups and downs of life. This perspective stands in stark contrast to cultural beliefs that often prioritize chemistry and passion, which can be temporary and self-serving.

Monogamy: The Paradox of Duty and Desire

01:22

Love Beyond Measure

01:19

Embrace Unique Roles in Partnership

01:19

Intro

2min

The Covenant of Marriage

19min

The Transformative Power of the Gospel in Life and Ministry

2min

Biblical Marriage Roles

7min

Spirit-Filled Love in Marriage

8min

The Spiritual Significance of Marriage

4min

Ephesians 5 is like a fair number of people in New York City. It’s both rich and famous.

Because it’s so rich, you could work through it word by word and get quite a bit out of it. But it’s also advantageous to do what we’re going to do, which is to fly over the whole thing. In this way, we’ll get a panoramic view of the immense biblical wisdom on this subject of marriage.

What we learn about marriage here is 1) what it is, 2) what it does, 3) what it needs, and 4) what it shows.

This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on January 15, 2012. Series: A Study of Ephesians: Who is the Church? Scripture: Ephesians 5:21–33.

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