Pursuing faithfulness in singleness, marriage, and sexuality

As part of our ongoing “Relationships in God’s Design” sermon series, we’re taking time to reflect on what it means to build Christ-centered community in the church—especially across different seasons of life. In these three conversations, Pastor Chris Peters and Women’s Ministry Director, Laura Dougherty discuss how singles and married people can better connect, how to navigate discontentment in singleness, and how we can all pursue a more biblical view of sexual intimacy in a culture that often teaches otherwise.
Singleness and marriage both come with strengths and struggles—and sometimes, a lack of conversation between those two groups can make meaningful connection difficult. This video encourages believers to bridge that gap by asking intentional, heartfelt questions and creating space to share life across seasons and experiences. The goal isn’t to “fix” one another but to encourage mutual growth in Christ. This kind of relational depth helps all members of the church feel known, valued, and invited into meaningful fellowship, regardless of marital status.

When singleness feels unwanted or lonely, it’s easy to get stuck in a place of longing. This video speaks directly to that experience, offering both compassion and wisdom. There’s an invitation to trust God’s timing, pursue meaningful connection in the present, and remain open to what the Lord might provide. Drawing from Proverbs 3, the conversation encourages singles not to overlook the beauty and purpose of their current season. It also highlights the ways singles within the church are already contributing richly to the life of the body—through friendship, service, and shared community.
Cultural messages about sexuality are constant and powerful—but often far from the biblical vision of intimacy. This conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness and intentionality, recognizing that we are always being shaped by the influences around us. Rather than defaulting to silence or defensiveness, believers are encouraged to engage in gospel-centered conversations within trusted relationships. Resources like Sex in a Broken World by Paul David Tripp, The Four Loves by C.S. Lewis, and the ministry Harvest USA are recommended for further reflection. Whether single or married, it’s within close friendships, small groups, and especially within marriage itself that space can be created for honest, wise dialogue and encouragement.

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