To start, I want us to use some scriptures from the “Sermon on the Mount” and apply them to marriage. I think going through these will be a good reminder for those of us who are married as well as for those of us who want to be married some day.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT APPLIED TO MARRIAGE

• Basics that can help a marriage (Matthew 5:3-12) – All of these are qualities that a Christian is to have. 
• Hindrances to spouses (Matthew 5:22-24) – A Christian works out problems.  
• Lusting for others (Matthew 5:27-32) – Much different than people in the world today. Christians take this very seriously and are content with their spouses.   
• Honesty in marriage (Matthew 5:33-37) – You want to stick out in the world today; simply be honest. 
• Unconditional Love (Matthew 5:38-6:4) – This is the cornerstone of Jesus and His love toward us. Christian spouses are to have unconditional love toward one another (1 Corinthians 13:4-7). 
• Humble prayer in a marriage (Matthew 6:6, 7:7-11) – One of the greatest blessings of a marriage is that you can pray together and for one another. 
• Godly priorities in marriage (Matthew 6:19-21, 24, 33-34) 
• Following Christ (Matthew 7:21-24)

If we apply the Sermon on the Mount to the marriage relationship we end up with a triangle with God at the top and spouses at each corner. As they grow towards God, they grow closer to one another. It is a beautiful and wonderful institution that God created!

What does one do if they are in a marriage to a non-believer?

I recommend two passages to help with this situation.

• 1 Peter 3:1-16 – Humble influence, not evil for evil, with sanctified hearts
• 1 Corinthians 7:10-14 – Believer sanctifies unbeliever and may save their souls

These passages are good for us all to remember when we think of helping our spouse get to Heaven!

INVITATION

All people are not commanded to get married. Actually there are many Christians who have made the choice to remain single in this life and dedicate their lives to the Lord. Christians dedicated to the Lord in this fashion can be very productive in His Kingdom and should always be encouraged!

But all people must be married to Jesus in order to have their sins washed away and to have eternity to look forward to (Ephesians 5:30-32). We do not need to marry someone physically, but we must marry Jesus spiritually!

To become married to Christ you must submit His commandments (John 14:15). Believe Him, Confess that He is the Son of God, Repent of your sins, be to Baptized in water to wash away your sins, and then Live your life for Him!

How about you (Revelation 22:17)? If we can help you please make it known while we stand and sing!