Duane Sheriff Ministries - Messages

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/

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/

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.

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/

YouTube: Living Under Grace vs. Living Under LawDo you understand the difference between Old Testament law and New Testament grace? Duane Sheriff teaches that "You cannot serve God under New Testament grace with Old Testament law—they don't mix." If you don't understand law vs. grace, you will serve God through guilt and condemnation instead of experiencing God's unconditional love and freedom.The purpose of the law was to reveal sin and reveal our need for a Savior, not to earn God's love or blessings. Jesus fulfilled the law on our behalf, making us righteous through faith alone, independent of works or performance. Grace produces intimacy and a relationship with God rather than guilt and condemnation. God's unconditional love empowers us to live a holy life motivated by love rather than fear of punishment. You cannot do anything to make God love you more, and you cannot do anything to make Him love you less. 

1 Corinthians 15 states, "The strength of sin is the law." Duane Sheriff teaches that the Old Testament law paradoxically strengthened our sin by exposing our inability to meet God's perfect standard. When we try to be righteous through our efforts, we remain under sin's strength and the law's curse. Many mistakenly believe they can earn God's love by perfectly following the rules, but the law functions like a mirror, revealing our sinful nature and driving us to recognize our need for Jesus. But grace is more powerful than sin! By placing our faith in Jesus instead of trusting our good works, God sees us as completely forgiven. This is grace—God's unearned love and acceptance—freeing us from the need to earn His blessings through perfect behavior. True transformation comes not from self-righteous obedience but from embracing God's grace, which overpowers sin's strength and grants us victory through Christ alone.

Do you live under the law, or do you live under grace? This message contrasts the concept of grace with the law and performance-based Christianity. The purpose of the law was to reveal sin, making us guilty and unable to earn God's favor through perfect behavior. Grace, however, breaks the power of sin through Jesus. While many Christians believe grace merely covers their sins, Brother Duane teaches that grace "sets the course for your life and connects you to your destiny and your authority."Grace isn't about our performance for God - it's about what God has already done for us through Jesus Christ. Embrace grace and trust in God's promises rather than relying on your own performance.

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/

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" 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/