by Denis Beausejour, Senior Pastor

Series: Total Truth, Total Grace

Biblical Sexuality – Part Two
Text: Ephesians 5:21-33

A. Introductory principles of biblical sexuality

1. Equal value for each believer (Galatians 3:28)

2. Gifts (Acts 2:17-18, 1 Corinthians 12:7)

3. Unity  (Ephesians 5:15-21 John 17:21)

4. Purity (Genesis 2:24-25, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, Proverbs 5:18-19, 1 Corinthians 7:3-5)

5. The challenge for men and women: Genesis 3....and our differences!
 

B. Life in the home for men and women (Ephesians 5:21-33)

1. Specific roles for men and women

2. Husbands:

3. Wives:

C. Life in the church for men and women (selected passages)

1. The roles of apostles and elders (1 Tim 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Tim 5:17)

2. Elders' wives

3. Teaching authority & responsibility (1 Timothy 2:12, Titus 2:1-5, 2 John 10-11)

4. Jesus and Paul on women in ministry (Luke 8:1-3, Ephesians 4:16)

D. Personal Application Questions:

1. How deeply have I appropriated God's forgiveness, love, and acceptance? Have I begun the journey to intimacy with God?

2. How will I address my gender biases that are not consistent with the Scriptures?

3. This week, ask your spouse how they feel about the way you handle your God-given role in the marriage. If you are single, ask your parents or your close friends how they experience you in relationships.

4. How might I better serve and connect at MCC?
 

Resource: Love and Respect, by Emerson Eggerichs