West Side Story
Obama Inauguration

Protecting Marriage

Images In recent months I have heard some tragic stories of marriages imploding under the impact of extra marital affairs. The reality is that the devil has marriage in his sights. This does not excuse the weakness of the flesh which in many respects is the biggest threat to this institution. Most people are aware of their weaknesses and these need to protected. I also think that we also should not be complacent about areas we consider our strengths as inadvertently these can through pride become our weakness.


I do  not write as purely a theorist but as a guy who know what it is like to lose a marriage. I am part of a bunch of guys called Band of Brothers and we have decided to take a stand in favour of marriage. Join us:

“The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.” – James 5v16

 

 

In recent months it is clear that marriage relationships are under attack, the economy is bankrupted in many areas and the future is uncertain

 

To carry on and pretend these things aren’t happening, without seeking God’s wisdom, protection and insight, I believe, is not an option.

 

Why are marriages being affected at such an alarming rate in the church and in the kingdom?

 

Paul said “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy…” Ephs 6v25

 

As you are aware, nobody is immune to relational attack, this call is to men, those who are married and single, “we are members of his body” and I believe a call exists to every man, to come and kneel before the Father, in humility and repentance, to seek his face and to hear his voice, for yourself, for the church (His bride) and for His kingdom.

 

Psalm 133 speaks of brotherly unity sanctifying God’s people & 1 Corinthians 7 speaks of the believing husband sanctifying his unbelieving wife and children.

 

As a man of God – (no matter what you see in the mirror) – you are made righteous by Him, your prayers are powerful and effective.

 

We do want any hindrance or obstacle affecting our marriages & relationships in family, church or kingdom life any longer, but we need to take a stand against it.

 

This is an urgent call, “Are there fifty righteous men in this city?” (see Gen 18)

 

When Men deliberately resolve to enquire of the Lord, he takes up their battles and commands his blessing.

(see 2 Chron 20.)

 

I believe during the night, a distinct message, will come forth, to encourage, challenge and shape us.

 

“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” Prov 27v17

 

We’ll give time for the Lord to lead and guide us through the night. These deliberate acts, tend to be very powerful times, braced with great relationship and awesome moments.

 

I gently urge you to weigh this call in your heart and your spirit, to apply it to your own situation and what you see. If you feel the nudge of the spirit during the week, you’re very welcome to join us.

 

 

 

Details – Venue – Parkside, Bonvilston, CF5 6TQ (on the main A48)

 

Time – 22.00hrs- 06.00hrs – End with Breakfast

 

We’ll gather for a light supper first, bring a pizza to cook and a soft drink

(we’ll abstain from alcohol for the evening).

 

rsvp:- [email protected] or call Mark Lyndon-Jones 07886 720032

 

Comments

The comments to this entry are closed.