"When you go to war against your enemies."

1. God gives you victory.

2. Who you marry matters.

1. Choose One Potential Spouse.
2. Know the Person Outside of Their Looks.
3. Don't Rush.
4. Evaluate and Decide.

3. Do not show partiality.

"This law restrains men from disinheriting their eldest son without just cause, the principle in this cause as to the children, is still binding to parents; they must give children their right without partiality." - Matthew Henry

Sermon Discussion Questions

1. Knowing our warfare differs from the Israelites, how can we prepare for the battles ahead?

2. How do we take our thoughts captive?

3. Verses 10-14 are an "interesting" way to get a wife; how did you meet your spouse, and what expectations and boundaries did you set in your relationship initially?

4. Why is it important for Christians to marry Christians?

5. Why are we, as Christians, not to show partiality among people?