Openness in Marriage
Text
Luk 1:57-66
Aims
to expound the Biblical concept of openness in marriage and
to discuss the effect of openness in marriage.
Introduction
Openness in marriage is essential for building trust, understanding, and a strong emotional connection with your spouse. Openness in marriage also means being honest, vulnerable, and willing to communicate openly about your thoughts, feelings and experiences. It is one of the factors for a successful and long-lasting marriage as it strengthens the bond between husband and wife. Our Bible text exposed us to the bond between Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth in the naming of their Child. Openness in marriage guides the home against unnecessary external influence, negative surprises, mistrust and suspicion. This study will therefore x-ray the Biblical concept of openness in marriage and its benefits.
Study guide
What do you understand by openness in marriage? Discuss in the context of the introduction and the relationship between Zechariah, his wife and his family.
What is God’s stand on openness in marriage from these following Bible references: Gen 2:25; Mk 10:8-9; 1Pet 3:8-9.
Critically compare Judg 13:2-13 with Luk 1:60-64 and discuss in practical terms, areas couples need to be opened to themselves and the benefits of openness in marriage.
What are the effects of lack of openness in marriage? Discuss with life experience.
Conclusion
Every Christian couple need openness in their marriage by speaking honestly and openly with each other. They must be willing to make their marriage work as openness is needed to seal the cracks in the wall to prevent the invasion of the enemy.
Food for thought
Openness birth love and trust. Therefore, be open to your spouse.
Memory verse
Gen 2:25 “And they were both naked, the man and his wife, and were not ashamed”.