![]() ![]() I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another woman commits adultery. But it was not this way from the beginning. Jesus replied, “Moses permitted you to divorce your wives because your hearts were hard. God takes sexual faithfulness in marriage seriously and so should we. Marital unfaithfulness is one of the clear grounds for potential divorce in the Bible as well. It’s normal to have conflict around sex (timing, frequency, libido differences, preferences, etc.), but sexual promiscuity or lack of self-control around sexual urges can destroy your marriage. Sexual relations or activity outside of your marriage can wreak havoc on your marriage. This will ultimately lead to less conflict in our futures if spouses are on the same page with their faith. God, in His wisdom, commands us to avoid being “yoked” in long term commitments (this could also apply to business ventures, friendships, etc.) with those who aren’t Christians. Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? -2 Corinthians 6:14 Now, if the question is “If you are already a believer should you marry an unbeliever?” the Bible speaks very clearly to that decision in a passage that is speaking in general to all relationships and agreements. ![]() The brother or the sister is not bound in such circumstances God has called us to live in peace. But if the unbeliever leaves, let it be so. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy. And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him. For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Scripture speaks to this specific situation telling the believing spouse to “live in peace” with their spouse and use your influence in your family for good! 1. If you become a follower of Christ Jesus and your spouse is not, it can create some conflict in your marriage. This list of powerful Bible verses will help you see how Scripture addresses specific struggles and problems commonly found in marriage and relationships. 35 Best Bible Verses for Marriage ProblemsĪ good marriage takes hard work, faithful commitment and steady love. Please seek specific advice for your particular marriage struggles from a licensed professional. I am not a Licenced Professional Counselor. Disclaimer: I have been married for 14 years, and have a Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Counseling.
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