Marriage-Its Origin and Purpose

WHEN THERE ARE PROBLEMS IN A MARRIAGE 

When serious problems are not solved, some couples may decide to separate or divorce.  In some countries, more than half of all couples get divorced.   Of course, this trend is not as common bin the Christian congregation.  However, more and more Christian couples are having serious problems in their marriage.

The Bible gives these instructions: "A wife should not separate from her husband. But if she does separate, let her remain unmarried or else be reconciled with her husband; and a husband should not leave his wife." ( 1 Corinthians 7:10, 11) Some couples may feel that their problems are so severe that they need to separate.  However, Jesus showed how serious separation is when he repeated what God said about marriage and then added:  "What God has yoked together, let no man put apart."  (Matthew 19:3-6; Genesis 2:24)  So Jehovah wants husbands and wives to stay together.  ( 1 Corinthians 7:39) All of us need to remember that we are accountable to Jehovah for our actions.  This can help us to resolve problems quickly before they become serious.  

Why do some couples experience serious problems? For some, their marriage is not what they hoped  for and they feel disappointed or angry.  Often, problems are a result of differences in the way people were brought up or the way they react emotionally.  Difficulties with in-laws or disagreements on how to spend money or raise children can also cause problems. However, it is good to see that most Christian couples are able to find solutions to their problems because they allow God to guide them. 

Next time: Marriage-Its Origins and Purpose/ Conclusion of WHEN THERE ARE PROBLEMS IN A MARRIAGE

From The Watchtower magazine