1. CO 620-W

2. Modern Day Marriage Review of Köstenberger, Ch. 1-2 Building block of civilization Under siege Divorce, spiritual decline, same-sex marriage issue Libertarian ideology-human freedom central Church has lowered its standards to that of the world

3. Marriage in the Old Testament Man & Woman Family Genesis 1-3 Both created in the image of God; equal bearers Equally responsible as caretakers of creation Man is head of the family and woman is the helper The Fall had severe consequences on both

4. Hebrew Marriage and Family Roles Roles of the Husband Roles of the Wife Provider Loving Servant leader Head of the family Child bearer Household manager Faithful companion Suitable helper

5. Six problem areas described in the Old Testament Polygamy Divorce Marital infidelity Homosexuality Procreation was a blessing; sterility a curse Gender role confusion