Appearances can be deceiving. A man and a woman meeting in a secluded location after dark—an outsider may jump to immediate conclusions. But the story of Ruth shows the virtuous character of Ruth and Boaz as they seek to honor the Lord with their obedience, coming to know Him as they recognize Him at work behind the scenes.
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1 Corinthians 7: Marriage and Celibacy
First Corinthians is a practical book because in it Paul addresses several specific questions the Corinthian church had about Christian behavior. Not only do many of these questions still arise frequently today, but many of Paul’s answers also run counter to our culture. In chapter 7, Paul addresses the topics of marriage, divorce, celibacy, and remarriage.
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Being, Knowing, and Doing—Part 6: Relationships (Marriage)
In this third session on marriage, Ken Boa discusses concepts like, “1 + 1 = 1 in marriage,” the husband’s call to lead his wife in love, differences in romantic and other kinds of love, and practical tips for showing love to one’s spouse.
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Being, Knowing, and Doing—Part 5: Relationships (Marriage)
In this third session on marriage, Ken Boa discusses concepts like, “1 + 1 = 1 in marriage,” the husband’s call to lead his wife in love, differences in romantic and other kinds of love, and practical tips for showing love to one’s spouse.
Read MoreBeing, Knowing, and Doing—Part 4: Relationships (Marriage)
Ken Boa discusses ordering our lives, specifically our marriage relationships (if we’re married), around Christ, who is like the hub around which our entire lives should revolve.
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Being, Knowing, and Doing—Part 3: Relationships (Marriage)
Ken Boa discusses relationships in general and marriage in particular as a key area of our lives which must be submitted to God.
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A Taste of the Classics: Pride & Prejudice
In a society in which money, marriage, and social status had become the measure of all morality, Jane Austen’s finest novel illustrates the need for love and respect as the basis for any happy, healthy relationship (particularly marriage).
Read MoreHolistic Spirituality: Part 26—Biblical Principles for Marriage (#4)
Ken Boa wraps up a four-part subseries on the marital relationship, giving 10 marriage tips and reviewing other concepts such as the five loves.
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The Five Loves—and the Greatest of These Is Agapē
The human forms of love known in the Greek as epithumia (physical desire), eros (romantic love), storge (love for family members/those with whom we “belong”), and phileo (friendship/companionship love) can be elevated to what God intended for them to be when they’re infused with the divine love of agape. These four human loves are like flowers that can flourish in the garden of agape.
Read MoreHolistic Spirituality: Part 25—Biblical Principles for Marriage (#3)
Ken Boa reviews the five loves and discusses the marital relationship in this third session on “Biblical Principles of Marriage,” a sub-series of his larger Sunday morning “Holistic Spirituality” teaching series.
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