The Meaning of Marriage Genesis 2:18-25 Rick Baldwin / Wildwood Baptist Church
Men and Women are Different William Harley; His Needs; Her Needs Men: 1. Sexual fulfillment 2. Recreational companionship 3. Attractive spouse 4. Domestic support 5. Admiration and praise.
Women: 1. Affection 2. Support and communication 3. Honest and open conversation 4. Financial support 5. Maintain family commitment
Differences are Devine Dependence on God (Genesis 2:18-24) * The problem (vs. 18-19) * The provision (vs. 20-23) * The provision (v. 24, 'for this cause')
Independence from parents (v. 24, 'leave his father and mother'.)
(Word to the Wise: Prepare your child for marriage, but when marriage happens cut them loose.)
Interdependence with Your Spouse (vs. 24-25) * Permanency - 'cleave' * Intimacy - 'one flesh' * Transparency (v. 25)
Application: 1. Discuss the differences between men and women. (His needs, Her needs) 2. Why did God say, 'It is not good for man to be alone'? 3. In your own words define the word 'helpmeet'. 4. Discuss this statement: If we are struggling in our marriage our first responsibility is to work on our relationship with God, not on our marriage. 5. Are you a meddling parent or do your parents meddle? 6. Discuss what these words mean: 'leave', 'cleave', 'one fle
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Rick Baldwin began his ministry at Wildwood Baptist Church on Sunday, March 6, 2005. He has a passionate love for God and people, and is a powerful communicator of the Word of God. Pastor Rick received his Bachelor of Ministry from Luther Rice Seminary in 1981. He accepted his...
