The Meaning Of Marriage
Marriage, in its essence, mirrors the divine nature of God. It provides a blueprint for understanding our partner's deepest desires. A woman's primary need is love, echoing the unconditional love Christ has for his followers. A husband is called to emulate this love, cherishing and caring for his wife as...
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Marriage In God’s Image
Marriage is a beautiful gift from God that represents and includes Him. God, as triune (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit), created marriage to also be triune (God, husband, and wife). In the Godhead there is equality between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, while there is also leadership (the Father)....
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The Heart Of Forgiveness
In this passage, the Pharisees questioned Jesus about the legality of divorce, citing Moses' commandment regarding it. However, Jesus redirected their focus from legality to the condition of the heart. Jesus acknowledged that divorce was permitted under the law of Moses, but he pointed out that it was due to...
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The Marriage Covenant Is Grace Not Law
The establishment and preservation of marriage is a manifestation of God’s grace, not of legalistic religious rules. The law of Moses implemented divorce in response to sinful behavior. Jesus reminds us in today’s theme scripture that “let no one separate” is God’s will and has been from the beginning. A...
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In Unity
In today’s theme scripture, Jesus confirms the Biblical definition and value of marriage as established by God in Genesis 2:18-24. Jesus is clear here, that a man and woman shall be joined together and become one flesh, thus defining the marriage covenant. Though the world tries to redefine marriage, it...
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