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August 19, 2008 Posted by admin in Pastor David

No Relationship is Too Broken - Sermon Notes

"No Relationship is Too Broken"
Song of Songs 8:6,7; Romans 12:9,10
 
There are various types of relationships -- husband-wife; parent-child; sibling; work/school; friendships, etc.  Everyone knows what it's like to be in a relationship, and everyone knows what it's like when a relationship breaks down.  All relationships have the potential to be healthy, fulfilling and healing, but some are not -- some are unhealthy, unfulfilling and destructive.  Those relationships may seem impossible, but NOTHING IS TOO HARD FOR GOD!
 
I.  The Decision
    A.  A broken relationship will turn you either toward God or away from God -- but make no mistake about it -- the decision is yours! 
    B.  You decide:  You can either become bitter or become better through a broken relationship!
II.  The Direction
    A.  Once you've decided to become better, you must go to God for help and comfort.
    B.  Jesus completely understands -- he experienced broken relationships.  In one night, one of his 12 best friends betrayed him for 30 pieces of silver, and one of his 3 best friends denied that he even knew Christ -- 3 times!  The other 10 ditched him to face the cross alone.
    C.  God's love is unconditional -- John 3:16; Romans 5:8; John 6:37
    D.  God will heal your hurt, and will renew your heart and strength -- Isaiah 43:2; Psalm 62; Isaiah 40:31; 1 Peter 5:7
    E.  He is a friend that sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24)
 
III.  The Determination
    A.  Once you've decided to become better, and go in the direction of God for help and comfort, don't just leave it there -- you must be determined to do your part, as well.  Some of these things that you will have to do are very difficult, but you can do all things through Christ who gives you strength!
    B.  Forgive the person who wronged you
    C.  Experience God's forgiveness (you can't do this until you forgive!)
    D.  Sometimes, you have to leave the rest in God's hands
    E.  Let go of the past
        1.  Get out with it -- tell a close friend
        2.  Get over it -- choose to let it go
        3.  Get on with it -- live your life for the future.
 
The most important relationship we have is our relationship with God.  Make sure you are right with God, and then He will help you with your human relationships.
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