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Matthew 19:1-10; 1 Corinthians 7:12-16
What does the Bible say on marriage and divorce?
I. Marriage is instituted by God
Design of marriage:
- Between Man and Woman
- Lifetime covenant
Purposes of marriage:
- Procreation Gen 1:26-28
- Companionship Gen. 2:18-24
- Model relationship with Christ Eph. 5:21-33
II. Divorce is not God’s original design
- God hates divorce Malachi 2:16
III. God allowed divorce
Concession for sinfulness
- Marital unfaithfulness Matt. 19
- Desertion of unbeliever
- Danger to life
IV. Reconciliation is the better option
V. How about annulment of Marriage?
CONCLUSION
- Marriage is God’s will for most people
- Some are called to celibacy
- Marriage is for lifelong union
- Divorce is allowed as compassion for sinfulness
Discussion Guide:
- How can we promote, protect, and strengthen marriages?
- How can we help couples who have difficulties in their marriage?
- Let us thank God for the wonderful gift of marriage.