Playing for Keeps Part 3 | Affair Proofing Your Marriage | Matthew 5:27–30
- Preacher
- Pastor Bryan Carter
- Tradition
- Black Baptist
- Published
- Length
- 37:35
Scripture
About this sermon
Strong marriages don’t happen by accident—they are protected on purpose. In Affair Proofing Your Marriage, Playing for Keeps Part 3, Pastor Bryan Carter unpacks Matthew 5:27–30 and Proverbs 5:15–20, addressing the reality of infidelity and the importance of guarding your marriage before lines are crossed. Jesus makes it clear that unfaithfulness doesn’t begin with actions—it begins in the heart. This message challenges us to take ownership of the health of our marriages by setting boundaries, guarding our hearts, and intentionally pursuing our spouse. Marriage is a covenant with God and with each other, and it must be protected with intentionality and accountability. “If you have to hide it, justify it, or protect it from your partner—it’s already crossing a line.” This message also offers hope—reminding us that even when damage has been done, God provides a path toward healing, restoration, and renewal. In this message, you’ll discover: • What infidelity really is—and how it begins (Matthew 5:27–28) • Why marriage must be protected as a covenant, not treated casually • How to guard your heart and set clear boundaries (Proverbs 4:23; 5:8) • The importance of pursuing your spouse emotionally and spiritually • Why accountability and early counsel matter (Ecclesiastes 4:9–10; James 5:16) • How God restores marriages through repentance and healing (Psalm 51) 📖 Scripture Readings: Matthew 5:27–30 Proverbs 5:15–20 ✨Key Takeaways • Infidelity starts in the heart before it shows up in actions. • Healthy marriages require intentional protection and pursuit. • Boundaries are not restrictions—they are safeguards. • Accountability and honesty are essential to maintaining trust. • No matter the damage, God offers a path to restoration and healing. 🌍 CONNECT WITH US 💻 Website: https://www.concorddallas.org 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/concorddallas/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConcordChurch 🎥 Concord Worship YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCPY5VPYbWpL5bK94dUqBuQ 📍 Join us in person! 8:30 am & 11:00 am -- 6808 Pastor Bailey Dr, Dallas, Tx 75237 👨🏽💼 CONNECT WITH PASTOR CARTER 💻 Website: https://www.bryancarter.org 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrbryanlcarter/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrbryanlcarter
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