A Matter of Destruction | Relationship Matters | Shoreline Church | Sermon

Relationships can bring incredible joy, but they can also be one of the greatest challenges we face. The enemy knows how important relationships are, which is why he works so hard to destroy them. In this message, we look at four key relationship destroyers—**neglect, lust, envy, and selfishness**—and how we can overcome them with **intentionality, purity, gratitude, and humility** through Christ.

The enemy’s **greatest weapon** is division, and **his primary target is our relationships**. In this message, we break down four major ways relationships are attacked and destroyed—and more importantly, how **God’s wisdom gives us the tools to fight back**.

key scriptures:

**Ephesians 6:12** – "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood..."

**John 15:13** – "Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends."

**Ephesians 5:3** – "But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality..."

**1 Thessalonians 5:18** – "In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God..."

**Philippians 2:3** – "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit..." ---

Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Shoreline Church exists to help you **know God, find life, and make a difference**. Whether you join us at one of our campuses in Austin, TX, or globally online, we’re here to help you grow in your faith and discover all God has for you.

 We live in a world where offense is everywhere. But Jesus calls us to something greater. **Join us next week as we dive into what it looks like to live free from offense and walk in grace.**