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Can a divorced person remarry? |
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1 Cor 7:15
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Does the right to divorce carry with it the right to remarry? I.e., is divorce nothing more than legalized separation? |
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Is the unmarried bound by marriage? |
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1 Cor 7:15
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Thanks for your answer. I agree that a Christian should not divorce. But the question is: if a person was divorced on scriptural grounds (desertion or sexual immorality on the part of their former spouse), does that divorce not carry with it the right to remarry? Or is divorce nothing more than legalized separation? How is a person still bound by the marriage covenant if he is no longer married? |
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Can a divorced person remarry? |
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1 Cor 7:15
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JMR, thanks for your answer. I agree that a Christian should not divorce. But the question is: if a person was divorced on scriptural grounds (desertion or sexual immorality on the part of their former spouse), does that divorce not carry with it the right to remarry? Or is divorce nothing more than legalized separation? How is a person still bound by the marriage covenant if he is no longer married? |
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Is the unmarried bound by marriage? |
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1 Cor 7:15
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I think that God has called all men andwomen to reconcile no matter what the lifestyle Christian of not. Mal 2:16 states that God hates divorce. Matt 19 Christ states that because of the hardness of men's hearts Moses permitted divorce.
If there is no way that reconciliation is possible, from the non-christian stand not the christian, the Christian is not bound to the non-Christian. |
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Can a divorced person remarry? |
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1 Cor 7:15
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Yes...a divorced person can remarry. The bible says that anyone who divorces for any reason then adultry will commit adultry if they remarry. But...the bible also teaches that if we confess our sins we are forgiven by our loving Savior Jesus Christ. I myself am divorced and I believe that Jesus has forgiven my sin and no human has the right to judge me. I am covered by the Grace of my Heavenly Father! |
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Do you agree with my personal opinion? |
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1 Cor 7:15
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I want to thank you and others for their replies to my question. Yes, I do agree with your personal opinion regarding marriage and I thank you for your answer. However, my original question remains unanswered. My question is not whether the New Testament provides grounds for divorce. Clearly it does -- sexual immorailty or desertion. My question is not how do Christians feel about divorce. It is not "Do you recommend divorce?" . . . Perhaps I didn't clearly state my original question. Let me make it clear. What I'm trying to find out is "What is divorce? What does the word divorce mean?" When the Jews, Romans and Greeks in the time of Christ's earthly ministry -- when they heard the word divorce, what did they understand it to mean? Is divorce merely a legal separation from bed and board? OR is it the dissolution of the marriage bond just as though that marriage had never existed? If it is the latter, then would not the right to divorce carry with it the right to remarry? Please don't misunderstand me. My question is not is it OK to divorce or should Christians divorce. My question is what is divorce? What does it mean? How was it understood at the time of Christ on earth? |
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Do you agree with my personal opinion? |
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1 Cor 7:15
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When people talk about divorce I have a hard time reconciling this verse with people that are married mutiple times.
Gen 2:24
For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother, and be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh. |
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Isn't adultrey grounds for divorce? |
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Hosea
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Why would God allow Hosea to stay in a marriage when the wife was prostitute? Isn't adultery grounds for divorce? |
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Isn't adultrey grounds for divorce? |
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Hosea
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Yes, in the N.T. grounds for divorce are limited to sexual immorality (adultery, fornication) and desertion. In both the O.T. and N.T., divorce is PERMITTED, but not COMMANDED. "Therefore, God would allow Hosea to stay in that marriage. . . . .'They said to Him, "Why then did Moses command to GIVE HER A CERTIFICATE OF DIVORCE AND SEND her AWAY?" He said to them, "Because of your hardness of heart Moses permitted you to divorce your wives; but from the beginning it has not been this way' (Matt 19:7-8 NASB). In regard to your question, the key word in verse 8 is "permitted". The Jewish religious leaders used the word "command", but Jesus used the word "permit". |
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Isn't adultrey grounds for divorce? |
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Hosea
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Yes, adultry is grounds for a divorce but does not necessarily require a divorce.
God was telling Hosea to marry the prostitute to reflect what was happening between Isreal and God. By telling Hosea to get back with the Prostitute, God was showing Isreal the they too could be reconciled with God. |
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Dwell with your wife with understanding? |
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1 Pet 3:7
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What does it mean to dwell with your wife with understanding? (Note this question is not about election or works or divorce or Peter's mother-in-law. In your answer(s), please stick to the question as it is stated. Thank you.) |
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what does the Bible say about divorce |
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Bible general Archive 1
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what does the Bible say about divorce |
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what does the Bible say about divorce |
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Bible general Archive 1
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the bible is very clear on divorce Malachi 2:16 God hates it!butJesus said because of the hardness of your heart Moses permitted it. Mark 10:4 there are two vows a man will make that come into covenant , when we get saved and when we get married . the lord has no pleasure in aperson that goes back on his word or vow.Eccl 5:4.Psalms 5 talks on keeping your word even to your own hurt.and last of all 1 corrin 7:10 the last words spoken on marriage in the bible.Keep your marriage vows [ all new king james version] |
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what does the Bible say about divorce |
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Bible general Archive 1
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i also must add that we are under Grace and not the law God does permit divorce in certain circumstances if your spouse commits adultry math chap 5:32 |
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Can one who commits suicide be saved? |
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Ex 20:13
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Matt 12:31 (KJV) Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men.
. . . See, I am wrong again. And apparently Jesus is, too. I was always taught there is only one unforgivable sin -- the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. But, now I find there are two others, as well: divorce and suicide.
. . . I guess this is what is meant by the term progressive revelation. There used to be one unforgivable sin, but now there are three. |
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Do you believe once save, always saved. |
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Luke 23:43
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More on the common -- and very important -- question of those who beleive once saved always saved don't have the same weight of demand to live holy before God. Please allow me to use an analagous question; Don't you think that in a marriage the reasons we modify our behaviour are weightier for positive reasons rather than negative ones?
I contend that we are far more apt to grow our marriages if we are wanting to please our spouses, than if we are only worried about divorce or retribution. We will make far greater changes for love and sacrifice and consistency than we will to merely not lose the arrangement.
Salvation is like that as well. Once saved always saved is the most demanding position for growth in holiness. |
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what does the Bible say about divorce |
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Bible general Archive 1
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“For I hate divorce,” says the Lord, the God of Israel, “and him who covers his garment with wrong,” says the Lord of hosts. “So take heed to your spirit, that you do not deal treacherously.” Malachi 2:16 Now you take it from there! |
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Define the word "cult". |
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Bible general Archive 1
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I never realized until I read Prayon's response, which I believe is a very concise synopsis of both HolyGman and my own earlier responses, how easy it would be to take our definitions and turn valid ministeries into cults. Let me demonstrate
Point 1 Revelation supercedes the bible - could not both the calvinist and arminianism view of election and the arguments that go with each be considered to be using information that supercedes the Bible, particularily by those that hold opposing view points?
Point 2 redefining Christian Termininology - practically any discussion on the trinity, baptism, Holy Spirit, or Gifts of the Holy Spirit reveals people talking about the same thing but using different terms or talking about the different things using the same terms.
Point 3 Exclusitivity - Almost any demonination fits this to some degree. Wouldn't the need to be a tither for church membership fit this? Aren't the need for total immersion baptism, being spirit filled or not having been divorced also points of exclusivity commonly found in the church?
Point 4 Authoritive leader - tense, strong willed, charasmatic - Isn't that the description of notable men like John MacArthur, John Maxwell, Billy Graham?
Point 5 Strict, unreasonable rules - See point 3 and tie expulsion from the church to the breakage of any of those points and viewed through liberal eyes would seem harsh or excessive.
I'm not saying any of these points are wrong. I think there needs to be different factors to determine whether a cult is a cult.
It is now far to easy to use our own definitions against us. For forces that oppose religion to make us look like the bad guys. We see this fight right now in some countries where the "orthodox" religion is trying to have various demoninations and ministries outlawed. |
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what God says about divorse/remarriage |
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Matt 5:31
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Matthew 5:31 It hath been said, Whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement:
5:32 But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.
Jesus said that there was no excuse for divorce except adultery being committed. If you both are Christians then you must believe that it is God who has joined you together and no man must put that joining asunder.
Paul spoke of one other reason for divorce which is if a believer is married to an unbeliever, and the unbeliever wishes to leave the marriage then it is alright to do so.
1 Corinthians 7:11 But and if she depart, let her remain unmarried, or be reconciled to her husband: and let not the husband put away his wife.
12 But to the rest speak I, not the Lord: If any brother hath a wife that believeth not, and she be pleased to dwell with him, let him not put her away.
13 And the woman which hath an husband that believeth not, and if he be pleased to dwell with her, let her not leave him.
14 For the unbelieving husband is sanctified by the wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified by the husband: else were your children unclean; but now are they holy.
15 But if the unbelieving depart, let him depart. A brother or a sister is not under bondage in such cases: but God hath called us to peace.
I am quite sure that God would not have instructed your wife to obtain a divorce, and for her to say so goes against all scripture relating to marriage instituted by God.
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Unmarried men pastors? |
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1 Timothy
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I have actually been studying this passage. It is actually somewhat disturbing that there are so many strange "interpretations." St. John Chrysostom and John Calvin both said the primary meaning was to forbid polygamy. Protestants have pretty much stuck to that interpretation. About 100 years ago we start to see a new interpretation in the Baptist ranks that this passage literally teaches someone who has been widowed or divorced is excluded.... sort of an unforgivable sin situation. This view has been promoted by Dallas Theo. Seminary and some of their intellectual satellites. Some of the best treatments of this passage are by recent commentators. They seem to see get a broader understanding than Calvin etc. yet still affirm it is a prohibition against polygamy. They also don't seem to have the problems with eisegesis that afflicted JFB, and Chuck Swindoll. I recommend George W. Knight III [NIGTC) and John MacArthur, and also Lenski's treatment is good.
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marriages begun in adultery blessed??? |
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Matt 12:31
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What does the Bible have to say about this?
. . . God forgives. Let him. There is only one unforgivable sin and it is neither divorce nor suicide.
. . . It would serve no purpose to dissolve the subsequent marriage. Whoever did that would be adding sin upon sin.
. . . On the other hand, Grace is not a license to sin (Rom 6:1 and following), as Paul and so many others have been falsely accused of teaching.
. . . Yet, though God does forgive, it is also true that one reaps what one sows. If anyone sows discord in their own family, they will inherit the wind.
. . . King David, for example, was forgiven the sin of adultery, but look at the terrible price he paid.
"Why does it seem that the faithful wife has been left alone while the ex husband seemingly has a new wife new child new home and doing quite well?" I suppose the answer to that one would have something to do with man's freewill, which is much touted on this Forum. |
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Can one who commits suicide be saved? |
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Mark 3:28
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There is only one unforgivable sin. And it is neither divorce nor suicide. |
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Is fear or doubt unforgivable? |
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Mark 3:28
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Re the answer: "yes there is and it is called unbelief f...melchizedekau".
. . . Dear Brother (or whoever would care to reply): For the record, are you saying that once a person has experienced any fear or doubt, then that person has committed one of many unpardonable sins and can never be forgiven? That he has crossed over the line by doubting or fearing, and will be cast into hell? This is a direct question. It can be answered with a simple yes or no. I am not criticizing your answer. I am merely asking for clarification of your previous answer.
I would also note that in my question, the one to which you replied, my entire posting reads as follows: "There is only one unforgivable sin. And it is neither divorce nor suicide." (See Mark 3:28.)
. . . So, to what are you referring when you say: "yes there is?" . . . --JVH0212 |
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God can use woman in the ministry? |
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Gal 3:28
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Dear dpettway22, Being a male minister, you might consider my answer biased, but let me state my opinion. I think that, except for extenuating circumstances, it is unnatural for a woman to assume the ministry of pastor or elder in the church. (Some 'modern' churches have multiple pastors, giving out ministry 'wholesale.' I do not mean this kind of 'ministry') There is the scriptural direction, well stated by my colleagues. There also is the practical. There would be 4 possibilities; 1) an unmarried woman- I do not believe she would make an effective shepherd to the flock, even if she has a 'diploma.' 2) a married woman- she would have pastoral authority over her husband, not a scriptural pattern. 3) a divorcee- I suppose there are hypothetical situations that could make this plausible, but I would think that it would not be God's first choice. 4) a widow- I have known of widows whose husbands were pastors, and the 'filled the gap' after his death. I think that this is one of the most possible situations, but still not a permanent ministry for her or the church.
I am sorry if you believe this to be chauvinistic, but I think it is God's will, and the scriptural pattern for a shepherding minister to be a man, preferably wed and with children, to assume this kind of authority and responsibility. Indeed, there is neither male nor female in Christ Jesus. No Christian in his right mind would deny this. But to 'open the doors' to women simply for the sake of opening the doors to job opportunity is unwise and unscriptural. As I said, extenuating circumstances are always possible, but the pattern is clear. Whenever possible, we should please God by following the patterns He has given us in His word.
Finally, if service to God and to His people is the goal, I see nothing to be ashamed about serving without the 'title.' Many men also serve without one. Sadly, many men shame the 'ministry' by not serving God in it.
Blessings to you in Christ Jesus, charis |
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Is Interracial marriage Bible supported? |
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2 Corinthians
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Thanks Sam, we both agree that God does not restrict or forbid marriage on the basis of race. I also agree that to be 'unequally yoked' also includes a marriage where there are major theological differences, although I am certainly against divorce! :) |
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Is suicide a sin? |
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Ex 20:13
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This question is covered under the topic of "the unpardonable sin", as was offered by too few respondents.
Refering to:
- Mt 12:31-32
- Mk 3:28-30, and
- Lk 12:10,
we see that EVERY/ANY/ALL sin will be forgiven men. Yet there is the unpardonable sin that will not be forgiven. So the question boils down to this: "Is suicide the [an?] unpardonable sin? The answer to this comes from the meaning of the gospel.
As is often the case, we have here an APPARENT contradiction in scripture. "Every sin forgiven, yet not every sin forgiven". APPARENT, that is, untill we understand what scripture is saying. The answer is revealed by seeing that there is one and only one way to be saved - it is by Jesus' work on Calvary (Jn 14:6). Understanding the power of His blood, we realize that it is weak towards nothing. How, then, can there be something "unforgivable"? Answer: By refusing to let that blood wash us. The blasphemy against the Spirit, then, is the moment that the Spirit tells us that "Jesus died as the propitiation for our sins", and we respond by saying "No, not true [Mk 3:30]". The Spirit offers us salvation, but we call Him a liar. We have blasphemed the Spirit, we won't allow Him to wash us in His blood, we are not washed, and therefore we are not saved. In light of the true meaning of the gospel, there is NO contradiction in these verses.
So I leave it to you to consider whether suicide [or divorce, or murder, or etc. etc. etc.) is blaspheming the Spirit, within the context of the gospel revealed in the wholeness of scripture. Your answer is a function of the degree of revelation you have regarding the gospel.
Peace,
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What is the sin that IS forgivable? |
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Ex 20:13
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Matt 12:31 (KJV) Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men.
. . . See, I am wrong again. And apparently Jesus is, too, according to some. I was always taught there is only one unforgivable sin -- the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. But, now I find there are others, as well: divorce, suicide, unforgiveness, fear, doubt, unbelief. The list goes on and on. Perhaps it would simplify things to ask "What is the sin that IS forgivable?"
. . . I guess this is what is meant by the term progressive revelation. There used to be *one* unforgivable sin, but now there are at least *six*. |
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Should a divorced Christian remarry? |
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I was divorced on grounds of sexual immorality on the part of my former spouce 30 years ago. I wish to remarry. What does God say about remarriage?
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Should a divorced Christian remarry? |
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Matt 5:32
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I was divorced on grounds of sexual immorality on the part of my former spouce 30 years ago. I wish to remarry. What does God say about remarriage?
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