Playlist: Dating, Outside the Faith (topic)
Dating Outside the Church
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughI want to state very clearly that dating and marrying outside the church is something I do not recommend in the least. It is a massive stumbling block and can only bring trouble in future years. Practically speaking, having an unconverted mate or dating outside the church makes it almost impossible to accomplish God's purpose in …
Dating (Part 2): The Proper Order of Things
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMany singles in God's church feel a strong pull toward the abundance of singles in the world, often driven by a desire for companionship to offset loneliness. They seek someone attractive in looks and personality to spend time with, have fun with, and share laughter and conversation. Sadly, in their pursuit of like-minded …
Dating (Part 1): The Purposes of Dating
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDating outside the faith poses significant challenges for singles who are committed to their relationship with God. When a baptized member of God's church becomes too emotionally invested in an unconverted person, their priorities often shift, placing the unconverted individual above their dedication and loyalty to Jesus Christ. …
Dating (Part 3): A Love Worthy of Your Life
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDating outside the faith centers on the principle that believers must marry in the Lord, avoiding unions that yoke them unequally with unbelievers. This requirement applies directly to baptized members, meaning both partners must be converted. The concern arises because such marriages risk drawing a person away from obedience to …
The Faith Once Delivered
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Kim MyersThe warning against dating outside the faith is presented as another example of how the faith once delivered has been compromised within the greater churches of God, directly connected to the instruction in II Corinthians 6:14 not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers. This command does not mean that people outside the church …
Habakkuk: A Prophet of Faith (Part Four)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe may find God's means of correction discouraging, but when we place His actions in context with His overall plan, we can find peace in God's sovereignty.
Relationship with the World
Sermonette by Craig SablichDesire for companionship could lead one to become unequally yoked with an unbeliever, compromising on God's Law and yielding to the world's culture.
Unequally Yoked?
Sermonette by Bill OnisickWe are greatly influenced by whomever we spend the most time; we become like those with whom we associate.
Do We Truly Honor God in Our Actions?
Sermon by Kim MyersWe've all read the verses that state that the Word of God is the Bread of Life, but do we consistently practice what it teaches, and thus honor God?
How God Deals With Conscience (Part Five)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJoseph knew and recognized his brothers before they knew him, even as God knows our guiltiest secret sins that we think we have effectively hidden.