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Be on Guard Against Divorce Part 2

What does our loving God want for us in our respective marriages?  One thing is sure, God wants us to be faithful in marriage.   But what does it mean to be faithful in marriage?  It probably means more than most people think.

 

Do Not Slander or Grumble

One might ask.  “Why should I not slander or grumble against another?” Here are some harmful consequences that come to mind:

• This behavior damages our personal relationship – and our ministry relationship – with the other person
• As a leader, such behavior reduces our followers’ loyalty to us and likely to the organization as well
• When others see the leader behave in these harmful ways, they will tend to model our bad example. This can lead to a toxic work or church environment that negatively impacts many people.
• Slander, that is, intentionally trying to damage the reputation of another person, creates strife within the Body of Christ. This, too, is toxic and extremely harmful.
• When unbelievers see us treating others this way, it reinforces their bad opinion of Christianity. They may think, “if that is the way they treat one another, I don’t want any part of it.”

Be on Guard Against Divorce Part 1

What does our loving God want for us in our respective marriages?  One thing is sure, God wants us to be faithful in marriage.   But what does it mean to be faithful in marriage?  It probably means more than most people think.

 

One Man One Woman

When we realize God’s plan as He created man and woman this was for His power to be experienced. When we stand on His blessings and we are dedicated to caring and loving our spouse then God’s peace can reign. We are to love each other depend on each other and grow spiritually strong with each other as Jesus is with His bride the church. Church planters be devoted in your relationship with the Lord then be devoted to your wife and family.

God’s Original Design for Marriage

We all know that it is not good to be alone in life. We all have an inner voice that says, “We are better together.”  But we don’t always act like it.  Today’s episode looks at God’s original design in marriage to understand better why “teamwork makes the dream work.”

The Church Planters Family Part 2

Faithfulness. It’s a virtue we love in others and aspire to live out in every sphere of our lives.  But what does it mean for a church planter to be faithful to spouse, children and church?

The Church Planters Family Part 1

Faithfulness. It’s a virtue we love in others and aspire to live out in every sphere of our lives.  But what does it mean for a church planter to be faithful to spouse, children and church?

Be Devoted to One Another

Romans 12:10. “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”

The Apostle Paul offers two “one anothers” in this one verse. 

• We are to be devoted to one another. And,
• We are to honor one another … above yourselves.

The word “devoted” means “very loving or loyal.”

Characteristics of Generous Churches

When leading a church and training leaders within a church; it is our objective to create a culture of generosity. This will test our faith and theirs, as well as deepen our relationship with our Savior.

Youth Can Lead Cell Groups

Dean Davis says, “Youth can lead cell groups. I know they can do it because I did it when I was a youth. But so often church leaders just look at children, youth, the elderly, and other marginalized groups as people who need to receive ministry. But in Village Church Planting we view every person as a potential minister of the Gospel.”