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Week 6 - Building Godly Relationships: A Bible Study on Romantic Partners
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In a world filled with various perspectives on relationships, we as believers need to seek guidance from God's Word in navigating the complexities of romantic partnerships. Let's dive into the Scriptures and explore what God teaches us about building healthy and God-honoring relationships.
Genesis 2:18-24
“The Lord God said, ‘It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.’
Now the Lord God had formed out of the ground all the wild animals and all the birds in the sky. He brought them to the man to see what he would name them; and whatever the man called each living creature, that was its name. So the man gave names to all the livestock, the birds in the sky and all the wild animals.
But for Adam no suitable helper was found. So the Lord God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep; and while he was sleeping, he took one of the man’s ribs and then closed up the place with flesh.
Then the Lord God made a woman from the rib he had taken out of the man, and he brought her to the man.
The man said,
‘This is now bone of my bones
and flesh of my flesh;
she shall be called ‘woman,’
for she was taken out of man.’
That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.”
Isaiah 40:8
“The grass withers and the flowers fall,
but the word of our God endures forever.’”
John 8:12
“When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’”
Psalms 37:4
“Take delight in the Lord,
and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
Proverbs 19:21
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart,
but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
Main Points
Your greatest enemy is not sin or Satan, it’s ignorance.
The less ignorance you have, the less distruction you experience.
Your list will never look like God’s list for you.
Your list factors in what you want, God’s list factors in what you need.
Fabricated expectations + Failed realities = Feelings of frustration
God is more committed to your destiny, then he is to your desires.
Quotes That Stuck Out
“God's lowest thought about you is higher than your greatest thought about yourself”
"He doesn’t want you to just take good Instagram pictures with your partner. He wants you to take KINGDOM TERRITORY with your partner."
“God must be first in our lives and everything we do, God needs to be involved.”
Questions
In Genesis 2:18, God states that it is not good for man to be alone. How does this verse emphasize the importance of companionship and partnership in our lives? How can understanding this shape our approach to finding a romantic partner?
Genesis 2:24 mentions that a man leaves his father and mother to be united with his wife, and they become one flesh. How does this unity reflect God's design for marriage and romantic partnerships? In what practical ways can couples strive for this unity in their relationships?
Proverbs 31 provides a beautiful description of a virtuous woman. What qualities does this passage highlight, and how can they guide both men and women in choosing a godly partner? How can we cultivate these qualities in ourselves as we seek to be good partners?
Ephesians 4:2-3 encourages us to be completely humble and gentle, patient, bearing with one another in love, and making every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit. How do these qualities contribute to healthy communication and understanding between romantic partners? Share examples from your own experiences or observations.
In Matthew 18:15-17, Jesus provides a framework for addressing conflict within the church. How can we apply these principles to handle disagreements and conflicts within romantic relationships? Why is seeking resolution and reconciliation crucial in maintaining a strong and healthy partnership?
Philippians 4:6-7 emphasizes the role of prayer in finding peace. How can couples integrate prayer into their relationship? In what ways can praying together strengthen the spiritual foundation of a romantic partnership?
My List vs. God’s List
Create a "My List" together. Provide each participant with a small piece of paper and ask them to write down every attribute they want their future/”dream” partner to possess. Once finished, crumble it up and rip it up. Then, spend time praying for one another's current or future romantic relationships. Ask them to share specific prayer requests related to communication, unity, and personal growth.