Truth or Consequences

A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVEN

“Truth or Consequences”

Introduction-

We either develop honesty or we pay the price of a shallow, frustrating relationship

I. GOD’S PLAN FOR HONESTY

Exod. 20:16; Eph. 4:25; Col. 3:9-10

II. OUR AVOIDANCE OF HONESTY

1- Linda the Liar

2- Danny the Deceiver

3- Ellen the Exaggerator

4- Henry the Hint Dropper

5- Mary the Manipulator

6- Gary the Guilt Tripper

7- Ivan the Intimidator

8- Peter and Patricia Pouter

III. SOME PRINCIPLES FOR HONESTY IN MARRIAGE

1- Begin Speaking the Truth- Eph. 5:25

Col. 3:9-10; Prov. 13:3; Prov. 15:28

2- Speak the Truth in Love- Eph. 4:15

3- Be Willing to Hear the Truth- James 1:19-20

Prov. 27:5-6; Prov. 28:23

4- Do All You Can to Have an Honest Relationship- Rom. 12:17-18

Conclusion-

Stop hiding because you are afraid it will hurt if you are really honest about life