God’s Image in Marriage

Julian Freeman · Series: Homesick: New Creation Longings in Genesis

The big idea

Marriage should be honoured by all, says the author of Hebrews, but how do we do that? It starts with recognizing that marriage is instituted by God and it is good. Most of all, it is glorious because it exhibits Christ and the church and it embodies our longing for the end.

Outline

Marriage Is God’s

Marriage Is God’s Because We’re His Image
Marriage Is God’s Because It’s His Invention

Marriage Is Good

Marriage Is Good Because It Expresses the Goodness of God’s Design
Marriage Is Good Because It Enables Us to FIll & Rule
Marriage Is Good Because It Exposes Us to Covenantal Love

Marriage Is Glorious

Marriage Is Glorious Because It Exhibits Christ and the Church
Marriage Is Glorious Because It Embodies Our Longing for the End