You + Your Spouse, Round 2
Sex beyond marriage brings brokenness, but God can restore broken sexuality.
Did your parents ever have “the sex talk” with you? How’d that go?
How do you feel about discussing sex in church?
On Sunday, Walter said that “our church believes that God’s plan is for marriage to be between one man and one woman for life. We also believe that the only appropriate place for sexual activity is within this covenantal marriage relationship.” What is your reaction to these statements?
Read: Genesis 38:6-13
The practice of marrying a widow to her husband’s brother in order to carry on the family lineage is known as levirate marriage. Had you heard of the practice before Sunday?
Read: Genesis 38:14-23
What’s your take on this section of Scripture?
Read: Genesis 38:24-26
Where else in the Bible do you see Scripture teach this truth: sex beyond marriage brings brokenness, but God can restore broken sexuality.
Have you ever been in an accountable relationship with another believer? If so, how has that worked out for you? If not, what’s holding you back?
Prayer: Pray for each other to find support as you each work toward sexual integrity.