WIVES AND HUSBANDS

Introduction:

A. Let’s admit it.

1. There are some things we wish were different.

2. Sometimes it seems like there is a better way (to us).

B. The Marriage Relationship.

1. Submission is very difficult.

2. Bible truths can be and are misused.

Body: 1 Peter 3: 1 -7

I. Wives.

A. Be Submissive.

1. The Curse. (Genesis 3: 16)
2. Desire = Control or authority (Genesis 4: 7).
3. Paul refers to in 1 Timothy 2: 12 - 14.

B. Evangelism by Conduct.

1. The Greatest Lesson? = Your Example.
2. Observed conduct.
3. Expressed fear for the Lord.

C. A Beautiful Person.

1. The wearing of finery does not make you beautiful.
2. An inner beauty.
a. Gentle and quiet spirit.
b. Precious to God.

D. The Example of Sarah.

1. A holy woman.
2. Obeyed, calling him lord.
3. She is your mother, if you do likewise.

II. Husbands.

A. In the Same Manner.

1. He is continuing the thought.
2. Not a drastic difference or change.

B. Be Understanding.

1. This is how to live with them.
2. This is a sign of love.

C. Give honor.

1. They deserve to be respected.
2. Remember they are weaker.
3. They are heirs.

D. Prayer Life Effectiveness

Conclusion:

A. Is this what we want to hear?

B. This is God’s word.