BIBLICAL HUSBAND & WIFE
They lived in the Garden of Eden but was expelled for eating the forbidden fruit.
Adam & Eve
This couple had a child as a result of their affair. To hide the truth, the man tried to convince the woman's husband that the baby was his. When that plan failed, he orchestrated the husband's death.
David & Bathsheba
Selfless, unconditional care for your spouse
"Do one act of service daily without expecting anything in return"
Love
James 1:19 ESV
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be____ to hear, ____to speak, ____ to anger
quick (swift), slow, slow
Holding Hands while walking, or hug/ kiss your spouse for 20 seconds or more
Physical touch
Despite the unexpected pregnancy, their faith sustained them as earthly parents to Jesus.
Joseph & Mary
This man had 700 wives and 300 concubines. His foreign wives influenced him to worship other gods, which violated the commandment to have no other gods besides the Lord.
Solomon
Choosing gratitude and delight in your relationship
"Celebrate little victories together"
Joy
Husbands, ____ your wives, and do not be _____with them
Colossians 3:19 ESV
love, harsh
Plan a 30-minute uninterrupted conversation - no phones, just connection
Quality time
This couple died after lying about money to their church.
Ananias & Sapphira
These three types of adultery are condemned in various passages throughout the Bible, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness and commitment in relationships. Name one of them.
Physical - Exodus 20:14 “You shall not commit adultery”
Emotional - Proverbs 6:32 “the one who commits adultery lacks sense.”
Spiritual - James 4:4 “Whoever wishes to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God.”
Covenantal Infidelity: Malachi 2:14 mentions that “the Lord was witness between you and the wife of your youth.”
Incestuous Relationships: (Leviticus 18)
Being tender even when hurt or angry
"Use soft tones and non-defensive words"
Gentleness
Rather, _______ the truth in ____, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ,
Ephesians 4:15 ESV
speaking, love
Express words of appreciation and give a sincere & thoughtful compliment toward your spouse for something specific
Words of affirmation
This couple received a message from Gabriel about the birth of their son that would prepare the way for the Lord.
Zechariah & Elizabeth
This man was told by God to marry a promiscuous woman. Who is this couple?
Hosea & Gomez
Tolerance and grace for your spouse’s flaws
"Count to 10 before reacting when frustrated"
Patience
____ and _____are in the power of the tongue, and those who ____ it will eat its fruits.
Proverbs 18:21
Death, life, love
Purchase flowers or meal and send it to your spouse as a surprise
Gift giving
This couple was the first couple in the Bible to have twins.
Isaac & Rebekah
The Gospel of Mark tells the story of Herod, who took his brother's wife as his own, resulting in condemnation from John the Baptist. Who is this couple?
Herod Antipas & Herodias
Resisting the urge to lash out or give in to temptation
"Walk away and pray before engaging in heated arguments"
Self-control
Likewise, wives, be ______ to your own husbands, so that even if some do not _____ the word, they may be ___ without a word by the conduct of their wives,
1 Peter 3:1
subject(submit), obey (believe), won
Clean the kitchen, warm the car, iron clothes, and cook breakfast
Acts of Service