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Marital Union 3. In order to grow in oneness and unity, we are to follow God’s plan regarding a “one man-one woman” relationship within the bonds of _______________ (Genesis 2:8, 18, 22-25; Matthew 19:6; John 17:20-21; see Principle 33 in John). Reflection and Response As you reflect on our Christian families and churches today, why are so many out of harmony with Jesus’ prayer? Satan’s Tactics 4. Since Satan’s goal is to deceive us, we should consistently focus on God’s __________ message in His Word (Genesis 3:1-5; Isaiah 14:12-15; John 8:44; Ephesians 6:10-11, 17; see Principle 5 in Matthew). Reflection and Response Why is it important to understand that Paul’s charge to “put on the full armor of God” is an exhortation to a community of believers and not just to individuals? Avoiding Rationalization 5. We should be on guard against our tendency to rationalize disobedience and to put the ___________ on someone else (Genesis 3:11-13; Romans 3:23; Galatians 5:16; Romans 8:1-4; see Principle 14 in Romans). Reflection and Response In what specific ways do we—even as Christians—rationalize and tend to blame others for the results of our sinful actions? Avoiding Marital Conflict 6. To avoid tensions in our marriages, we are to follow Christ’s example of __________ (Genesis 3:16; Ephesians 5:1-2, 18-21; see Principle 14 in Ephesians). Reflection and Response In what ways can we have mutual submission in our marriage relationship without violating the roles God has established for husbands and wives? (See Ephesians 5:22-26.)
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