“Maximizing the Marriage” I Corinthians 7:1f

    1. GOD GAVE PEOPLE HIS PLAN FOR B______________ MARRIAGES.

      1. Men must A______ situations that open the door of temptation.
      2. Women are to G_________ against tempting men around them.
      3. God expects each person to remain P______ for a spouse.
      4. Both married people are to S_______ the needs of their spouse.
      5. Marriage is to be a reflection of God’s N__________, the Trinity.
    2. GOD GIVES DIRECTIONS FOR SPIRITUALLY M_______ MARRIAGES.
      1. Believers are to keep their V_____ of unity to their spouse.
      2. Couples that separate are to remain single or R___________.
      3. Christ instructs all people to practice God’s O___________ plan. Matthew 19:1f; I Corinthians 13:4-8; Hosea
      4. Unbelieving spouses are not to be pursued if they L_________.
    3. CHRIST B__________ EVERY BELIEVER WITH HIS BLOOD. V.23-24
      1. Paul encouraged lives of celibacy because of P_______________. V.26, 28, 31
      2. Single believers are to keep devotion to Christ in F_______ place.
      3. A__________ creating binding relationships with nonbelievers.
      4. Whether single or married, L______ Christ with your entire life.

God’s grace abounds toward the humble of heart.

Pursue holiness in Christ and encourage others to do the same.