What Jesus teaches about Marriage
Introduction
Marriage is a sacred covenant, not just between a man and a woman, but also between them and God. In our modern world, marriage can often feel challenging, but through the teachings of Jesus, we can find guidance, strength, and a deeper understanding of this loving commitment.
Make yourself comfortable and open your heart to the great treasures and riches of wisdom and knowledge that Jesus offers us about marriage. Let’s refine our minds in the fiery furnace of His Words which hold priceless gems of direction on marital relationships.
Bible Verse
Matthew 19:4-6: “He answered, ‘Have you not read that He who created them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, ‘For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh’. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
Meaning
This verse reinforces the strength of the bond and commitment in marriages. Jesus takes us back to the original design of God for marriage – to exist as an inseparable unit of two people bound by mutual love, respect, and divine will.
The focus isn’t just on the physical union, but on the spiritual and emotional bond that makes two individuals one entity. Marriage isn’t only a legal and societal contract, but it’s a divine covenant. When God brings a couple together, no man has the right to separate what God has united together.
Actions to Take
- Prioritize your spouse and grow your relationship with them.
- Encourage open and honest communication with your spouse.
- Remind yourself daily of the commitment you made, both to your spouse and to God.
- Pray together with your spouse regularly, to build your relationship with each other and with God.
Journal Prompts
- What steps can I take today to strengthen my marriage in the eyes of God?
- How can my spouse and I improve our communication?
- Describe a time you saw God working in your marriage.
Prayer
Dear Lord, I thank You for the gift of marriage. Please guide my spouse and me, and help us to ever draw closer to You and one another. Strengthen our bond so that nothing may divide us, and help us to always remember the commitment we made before You. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Social Posts
- Let no man separate what God has joined together. #marriageblessings
- In marriage, two become one flesh under God. Cherish and protect this unity. #Godlymarriage
- Marriage is a divine covenant with God as its witness. Honor it daily. #biblicalmarriage
Conclusion
Marriage as taught by Jesus is more than a human contract; it’s a divine covenant that entails commitment, love, respect, and unity. While conflicts and challenges may arise, always recall Jesus’ teachings to navigate these trials. Remember, you are not alone in this journey. God is with you in every step.
May this short Bible study bring deeper understanding and assurance. Remember, ‘what God has joined together, let no one separate.’ We look forward to walking alongside you in your spiritual journey at BGodInspired.com.
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