“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.”
— Matthew 5:14 (ESV)
The Living Sermon
Your marriage is more than a relationship. It is a platform. It is a message. It is a living sermon about God’s love, grace, and faithfulness.
When people see how you forgive each other, how you speak to one another with respect, and how you protect your bond, they are witnessing the Gospel in motion.
You may never preach on a stage, but if your home speaks Jesus, you are in full-time ministry. You are ministering to your children, your neighbours, and your colleagues simply by being a faithful husband or wife.
No More Masks
In many homes, there is private pain masked by public smiles. We respect the “image” of marriage more than the reality of it.
But the world is tired of fake perfection. They are hungry for real love.
- Even in struggle, your commitment preaches.
- Even in conflict, your healing preaches.
- Even in dry seasons, your endurance preaches.
Let your marriage become a model, not a mask. Let it be a city set on a hill that offers hope to a lonely culture.
🛡️ The Covenant Challenge
Action steps for your marriage today.
- The Mission Statement: Write one sentence together: “As for us, our home will be a place of…” (e.g., Peace, Laughter, worship, open doors).
- The Outward Look: Identify one other couple you know who is struggling or lonely. Pray for them together tonight.
- The Celebration: You made it to Day 7! Do something small to celebrate completing this reset.
🙏 A Prayer for Witness
Father, thank You for using ordinary couples for extraordinary witness. May our marriage reflect Your heart to our children and our community. Where we’ve been ashamed, give us a testimony. Where we’ve failed, give us restoration. Make our home a holy place that points the world back to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.