Creekside Community Church

In this message, Pastor Donny Coulter introduces the Grace Principle, the first of several biblical principles designed to help couples remain faithful in marriage and truly enjoy it. Marriage is not sustained by feelings or romance, but by covenant—a covenant meant to reflect Christ’s relationship with His church. Looking at Genesis 2–3 and Colossians 2–3, this sermon shows how sin broke the perfect union between God and humanity, and how God responded with grace through the gospel. Because Christ has fully forgiven us, that same grace must shape how we treat our spouse. A healthy marriage becomes a living picture of the gospel of grace—marked by forgiveness, humility, unity, and love. Episode 11 (2026) | Marriage God’s Way The Grace Principle Recorded live March 15, 2026

The Grace Principle March 15, 2026 Over the next few weeks will look at some principles I have found in the bible that I hope will help us stay married and enjoy it Grace Principle, Priority Principle, Gravity Principle, Heart principle, Practice Principle Our marriage is a display of the relationship of Jesus and the church – His bride – This was by the design of God Staying married is not about staying in love, feeling the feelings, being romantic but is about staying in covenant - This is the hard part! Our natural response to that is “That is really hard!” Of course it is but it is necessary ! The Groundwork for Grace Genesis 2:24, 25; Gen 3:1-7, 21 Perfect One flesh union Gen 2:24 Before the fall gives the foundation for marriage after the fall - Security, trust, unity – covenant The result of the union Gen 2:25 Naked and unashamed Broken union Gen 3:1-7 Adam/Eve declared independence form God and the first thing that occurred was their eyes were opened 2:25 is gone because of 3:7 Their answer to close the gap of who they used to be to who they are now was to cover themselves Their perfect oneness (union) with God and each other was destroyed by their disobedience (sin) God’s answer to close the gap was to cloth them as well but differently 1. Instead of concealing God confesses 2. He is also giving a witness of His eternal fix for the problem that will come someday God makes the clothing with skins – shedding of blood Our marriage is to be a reflection of the relationship of Christ and His Bride. The central theme of the story of Christ and the church/bride is the GOSPEL OF GRACE Therefore our marriage should be a reflection of the GOSPEL The Gospel of Jesus Colossians 2:11-14 Our condition God’s intentions God’s Plan This benefit has been given to every person who will come and accept it by faith! If you have come to Jesus ALL of your debt has been paid in full! Forgiven all of it!! The sea of forgetfulness! This becomes WHO YOU ARE! And because it is who I am I must then EXTEND the same to my spouse The Gospel of Marriage Colossians 3:12-17 I think it is key that we understand that all of the commands to us as Christians are part of the marriage relationship also Love one another (John 13:34; this command occurs at least 16 times) Be devoted to one another (Romans 12:10) Honor one another above yourselves (Romans 12:10) Live in harmony with one another (Romans 12:16) Build up one another (Romans 14:19; 1 Thessalonians 5:11) Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other (Galatians 5:26) Do not slander one another (James 4:11) Don't grumble against each other (James 5:9) Phil 2 one mind, one accord, lowliness of mind hold the other above yourself nothing through selfish ambition or conceit

Leviticus 19 presented by Pastor Donny Coulter

In this message from Ephesians 5–6, Pastor Donny Coulter calls men to lead their families by loving, understanding, and living the Word of God. A faithful family leader walks in love, walks in light, and walks in wisdom, seeking God’s will in every area of life. This episode challenges husbands and fathers to imitate Christ through sacrificial love, integrity, and spiritual leadership—nurturing their wives and children while guiding their families toward truth, faith, and a life that honors God. Episode 10 (2026) | Marriage God’s Way A Family Man’s Message Recorded live March 8, 2026

In this special episode of Marriage God’s Way, Mel and Margie Dick share wisdom from 63 years of marriage. Following their conversation, Pastor Donny Coulter highlights practical lessons drawn from their experience—humility, confession, Christ-centered leadership, and living with peace before God. Through Scripture and real-life testimony, this message reminds couples that strong marriages are built on accountability to Jesus, a willingness to admit wrong, and a commitment to love, serve, and walk faithfully with the Lord together. Episode 09 (2026) | Marriage God’s Way Marriage Tidbits - Mel and Margie Dick Recorded live March 1, 2026

Pastor Donny Coulter continues unfolding the theology of marriage, revealing how marriage reflects Christ’s relationship with His church through union, covenant, and dying to self. Rooted in I Corinthians 6, Malachi 2, and Ephesians 5, this message highlights marriage as a divine covenant established and upheld by God. Contrasting cultural contract-based marriage with biblical covenant marriage, Pastor Donny explains that marriage is not built on rights and conditions, but on sacrificial commitment, faithfulness, and shared surrender. Covenant marriage binds hearts, reflects God’s character, and requires the daily death of self so that two lives may truly become one. Episode 08 (2026) | Marriage God’s Way The Theology of Marriage: Part 4 Recorded live February 22, 2026

Pastor Donny Coulter continues building a biblical vision of marriage, showing how a low view of God produces a fragile view of marriage. Rooted in Genesis and Ephesians 5, this message reveals marriage as God’s design and a living picture of Christ and His church. Marriage reflects union, covenant commitment, and dying to self. True unity is not sustained by feelings, but by God’s joining work and Spirit-empowered obedience. This episode calls believers to honor God’s purpose for marriage through surrender, faithfulness, and self-control. Episode 07 (2026) | Marriage God’s Way The Theology of Marriage: Part 3 Recorded live February 15, 2026

Leviticus 18 presented by Pastor Donny Coulter