You’ve probably noticed a resurgence of a ‘weird’ old term; courtship. What’s the big deal? Who cares what you call it, right? Well… wrong actually. Listen as the elders at Maynardville Fellowship discuss another controversial, yet extremely important topic.
Elder Panel Discussion- A Man’s Role in the Home: Understanding Biblical Patriarchy
What is a man’s role and duties in his home? Are these roles arbitrarily assigned by God or are they rooted in the created order? Are there any theological or soteriological doctrines that risk being misunderstood if these truths are rejected, neglected or forgotten? Listen as the elders discuss these, and other questions, related to […]
Ephesians 5:22-33 Patriarchy and the Gospel
It is likely that the title of this sermon itself caused you to cringe a bit and recoil. The question is, why? Listen as Pastor Matt explains the God’s patriarchal design for marriage and all of society, and how that departing from this biblical structure ’causes the word of God to be dishonored. The Gospel […]
Genesis 2:7 & 15-24 Marriage and the ‘Overton Window’
Culture has changed DRAMATICALLY in the past few generations. That which was unthinkable is now popular opinion, and that which was once popular opinion is now unthinkable. Unfortunately, laws and public policy have moved with these cultural norms. What happened? Listen as Pastor Matt explains a concept known as ‘the Overton Window,’ how it has […]
Matthew 19:10-12 Is it Better Not to Marry?
Countless people have concluded from Matthew 19:10-12 and I Corinthians 7 that truly spiritual people, truly holy people, & truly Kingdom minded people should choose a life of singleness & celibacy. At a glance these texts would lead a man to think that if he REALLY wants to make an impact for the Kingdom of […]
Matthew 19:1-6 Fearlessly Answering the Conspiring Pharisees
In their jealousy and envy the rebellious Pharisees test Jesus by asking Him a calculated question about divorce. The question is designed to reduce Jesus popularity and possibly even get Him killed. How does Jesus respond? Listen as Pastor Matt highlights the uncompromisingly bold answer Jesus gives, and what we can learn from His answer.
A Father’s Role in Courtship- Pastor Josh Woody
We live in a culture where fathers raise their sons and daughters the same, and a culture where fathers believe they have no say in who their daughters marry. But, what we find in God’s Word is that God has created sons and daughters differently, and that fathers have authority over their daughter’s vows and […]
Matthew 1:18-25- Setting the Stage- The Scene, the Scandal, the Surrogate, and the Savior
This title of this sermon; ‘Setting the Stage,’ sounds like it’s describing some sort of movie or play. It’s not. This ‘stage’ is the outworking of a Script, but not the script of a fictional tale. This stage is set in real space & real time by the ultimate Script Writer: God Himself. This story […]
