“In Sickness and in Health” – A Promise That Walks by Faith

When couples say the words “in sickness and in health,” they often picture hospital rooms or hard seasons—but that vow goes much deeper. It’s a promise to stay, to believe, and to walk together even when life feels uncertain.

Abram and Sarai knew uncertainty well. They carried the ache of unfulfilled hopes, especially the pain of waiting for a child. Sarai experienced the heartbreak of barrenness, and Abram walked beside her through years of questions and disappointment. Yet through it all, they stayed together. They didn’t walk away when life didn’t turn out as expected. They stayed faithful to one another—and to God.

Their marriage reminds us that “sickness” isn’t always physical. Sometimes it’s emotional weariness, spiritual doubt, or seasons of waiting. And “health” isn’t just strength and joy—it’s the quiet confidence that God is still at work, even when we can’t see it yet.

Abram and Sarai didn’t have a perfect marriage, but they had a persevering one. They learned that love is choosing faithfulness again and again. It’s praying together when answers are slow. It’s believing God’s promises even when the timeline doesn’t make sense.

Marriage vows aren’t sustained by feelings alone—they’re sustained by faith. And when God is invited into the covenant, He gives strength for every season, whether marked by joy or struggle.

If you’re married today and walking through a difficult season, be encouraged: God sees you. He is faithful to strengthen your love and renew your hope. And if you’re celebrating a season of health, give thanks—those moments are gifts meant to deepen gratitude and trust.

We’d love to walk this journey of faith with you. Join us for worship at New Hope Baptist Church in Tunnel Hill, where families and marriages are encouraged, supported, and pointed toward Christ. Come grow with us this Sunday—we’d be honored to have you.e grow with us this Sunday—we’d be honored to have you.