No Higher Calling Podcast
Undesirable Couples of the Bible
Join with Simeon and I as we study through “undesirable” couples of the Bible on the No Higher Calling podcast!
Episode 1: Elimelech & Naomi
Elimelech and Naomi were followers of Jehovah who were prominent people in their city of Bethlehem. When God’s judgement came by way of famine, instead of inquiring of their King, we see them running from God’s protecting hedge. Together with their two sons, they enter into the heathen land of Moad. Initially, the plan was to “sojourn” there, but we find them putting down roots.
What lessons can we learn from this couple’s negative example?
-Making sound decisions as a couple
-The husband’s responsibilty for the stewardship of his family
-The wife’s responsibility to submit to her husband’s leading
-Using the influence of your marriage to point other’s to God
Scriptures Referenced:
Exodus 33:15; Leviticus 26:19; Numbers 25:1-3; Deuteronomy 23:3-4; Judges 21:25; Ruth 1:1-15; Proverbs 11:14; Isaiah 41:10; Ecclesiastes 4:9; Amos 3:3
Six Scriptural Tests
1. Proclamation Test- “Has God clearly proclaimed it to be wrong in His Word?”
2. Principle Test- “Is is forbiden in God’s Word in principle?”
3. Partnership Test- “Could I invite Jesus Christ to do this with me?” Col. 3:17
4. Present Test- “Would I be ashamed to be found doing it, thinking it, or saying it upon Christ’s return?” Phil 1:20
5. Purity Test- “Is there any glory for God in it?” I Cor 10:31
6. Peace Test- “After praying about it, is there the least bit of doubt in my mind?” Rm 14:23
Episode 2: Lot & His Wife
There are many lessons we can learn from the biblical account of Lot and Mrs. Lot. While there is very little said in Scripture about their marriage relationship, we can draw truths from what is recorded. Simeon joins me on this NHC Family episode to share all that God taught us as we studyed through this couple and the Scripture passages listed below.
Some lessons learned from Lot and Mrs. Lot include. . .
-The importance of being equally yoked as husband and wife
-What to do if you are in a marraige where you are not equally yoked
-Letting your marriage have a gospel impact
-Being careful where you “pitch your tent”
-Keeping your family in God’s protective hedge
Scriptures Referenced:
Genesis 13, 14, 19; Deuteronomy 2:9, 19; Psalm 83:8; Matthew 6:21; Luke 17:28-29, 32; II Corinthians 6:14; Colossians 3:2; II Peter 2:7
Episode 3: Jacob & Leah
When we hear the name Jacob, we often think Rachel, but that was not his first wife. It is easy to get swept up in the romantic love story of Jacob and Rachel, but God has things to teach us from the loveless marriage of Jacob and Leah.
Lessons we learn from this couple:
-Keeping your affection and attention united in marriage
-Finding fufillment, identity, and contentment in Christ
-Encouragement for those in a loveless relationship
-God’s holy design for sex
Scriptures Referenced:
Genesis 29:21-35; Psalm 133:1
Episode 4: Abigail & Nabal
This episode brings us to a couple, who though joined in marriage, are nothing alike. Abigail is a women of strong character and a meek spirit. Nabal is a fool. In spite of this unequal yoking, Abigail has the joy of the Lord. When her husband acts in foolishness, she responds in godly wisdom. This wisdom saved the life of her husband and the reputation of the future king.
Some lessons we learn from this couple:
-Having joy if you are unequally yoked
-Showing wisdom in how and when to approach a spouse with issues
-Abstaining from bitterness when you’re hurt by a spouse
-Guarding how you speak about godly leadership
Scriptures Referenced:
I Samuel 25
Episode 5: Hosea & Gomer
COMING IN MAY!
Episode 6: Ahab & Jezebel
COMING IN JUNE!