- What is God’s will for intimacy in christian marriage based on verses 1-5?
- Why and in what ways is marriage and celibacy/singleness both a gift from God?
- Is 1 Corinthians 7:4 teaching that spouses do not have the right to deny their husband’s or wives request for sex? Why or why not?
- What should be the heart behind exerting one’s authority be according to the greater message of the scripture and what Jesus taught? (Consider Matthew 20:25-28, Mark 10:45)
- How will a marriage look when both the husband and wife take the posture of a servant?
- What reason is given for a husband and wife to abstain from intimacy and under what parameters?
Application:
- How has God been glorified by my marriage/my singleness recently? For what can I praise Him when it comes to my closest relationships?
- How does God impact my mindset and behavior when it comes to sexual intimacy?
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