Love and Respect

EPHESIANS 5:22-33

“Love and Respect”

Introduction-

Paul summarizes the two key marriage principles of love and respect

I. RESPECTING YOUR HUSBAND – vv. 22-24

1- The Command of Submission- v. 22

2- The Reason for Submission- v. 23

Mark 10:45; Luke 22:26

3- The Nature of Submission- v. 24

II. LOVING YOUR WIFE – vv. 25-29

1- A Sacrificial Love- v.25

2- A Pure Love- v. 26

3- A Patient Love- v. 26

4- An Enduring Love- v. 27

5- A Caring Love- vv. 28-29

Conclusion- My prayer for you today is that you will not just endure life together, but that you

will enjoy life together