In my sermon today, I began by expressing gratitude for the congregation's presence and participation in the recent Multiply Marriage Conference, highlighting the importance of relationships and the foundations upon which they are built. I emphasized that relationships, whether marital, familial, or otherwise, require solid foundations to thrive. I shared the DNA statement, "When I am right this way, God will make relationships right this way," underscoring the significance of our vertical relationship with God in influencing our horizontal relationships with others.
I delved into the foundations of relationships, drawing from Psalm 68 and Matthew 7 to illustrate the necessity of building our lives upon the rock of Jesus Christ. I narrated the parable of the wise and foolish builders, emphasizing that hearing and acting upon God's word is crucial for establishing a resilient foundation for all relationships.
I then spoke about the importance of aligning our priorities with God's design, referencing Genesis 2 and the order of relationships established by God: individual, marital, and familial. I stressed that when our priorities are misaligned, it leads to legitimate jealousy, where individuals feel rightfully deprived of the attention or love that belongs to them.
I also addressed the concept of producing good fruit in our relationships, as outlined in Matthew 12 and Galatians 5. I explained that the words we speak and the actions we take have a profound impact on our relationships, and we are accountable for every careless word. I encouraged the congregation to produce the fruit of the Spirit, which nourishes and multiplies our relationships.
Furthermore, I discussed the necessity of following the flow of God's Spirit, using the analogy of rivers in Genesis 2 and the vision given to Ezekiel in Ezekiel 47. I described the different depths of the river, representing levels of surrender and control in our relationship with God, and the joy that comes from trusting Him fully.
I concluded the sermon by inviting those who do not know Jesus as their Lord and Savior to make a relationship with God their top priority, offering a prayer of salvation and encouraging the congregation to surrender to God in worship.
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