'All the teaching about marriage and home in the Bible is based on two things: 1. The eternal relationships in the Godhead between the Father and the Son. 2. The purposes of God in creation.'

What is the purpose of marriage? The purpose is unity. Bible teacher Derek Prince phrases 'leave, then cleave', when reading Genesis 2:24. You have to leave your family and cleave to your wife/husband. Often there's a loyalty to the parents which stand in the way for a healthy relationship between husband and wife.

Contrary to our present culture, Derek Prince tells us sharply: 'Marriage isn't an experiment. It's a commitment.' You can't make an experiment of commitment. This commitment releases the grace that you need. If you don't make the commitment you can't claim the grace. There's no faith if you don't commit. And without faith it's impossible to please God. Committing to your wife/husband is a risk, a step of faith.

This is the fourth clip, part of Derek Prince's full sermon 'Husbands'. Full video: [ Ссылка ]

4287, recorded in Auckland, New Zealand, May 1989

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