April 12th, 2026 Sermon

"Relationships That Honor Christ"

1 Peter 3:1-7 (ESV)
1 Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, 2 when they see your respectful and pure conduct. 3 Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— 4 but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious. 5 For this is how the holy women who hoped in God used to adorn themselves, by submitting to their own husbands, 6 as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord. And you are her children, if you do good and do not fear anything that is frightening.
7 Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you[a] of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered.

1. A Godly Wife Honors Christ With Her Character (v.1-2, 4-6)

2. A Godly Wife Honors Christ By Prioritizing Inner Beauty (v.3)

3. A Godly Husband Honors Christ With His Care (v.7a)

4. A Godly Husband Honors Christ By Prioritizing His Walk With The Lord (7b)

All relationships that honor Christ are not built on perfection, but are built on a daily surrender to Christ.