What Does the Bible Say About Singleness and Marriage? Conclusion

 6. View marriage as Jehovah does.

In ancient Israel, some men divorced their wives for selfish reasons.  Read Malachi 2:13, 14, 16, and then discuss this  question.

* Why does Jehovah hate and unjust divorce?

* If you are married to an unbeliever, what can you do to make your marriage successful?

7. Apply Jehovah's standards for marriage

A person may need to make great efforts to apply Jehovah's standards for marriage.  But Jehovah blesses those who do.  Read Hebrews 13:4, and then discuss this questions:

* Do you think that Jehovah's standards for marriage are reasonable?  Why, or why not? 

Jehovah expects Christians to register their marriages and divorces, as in most countries these are governed by civil authorities.  Read Titus 3:1, and then ask this question:

* If you are married are your sure that your marriage  is legally recognized  by the government? 

SOMEONE MAY  ASK:  "Why get married? Can't a couple just live together?" 

* How would you answer? 

SUMMARY

Singleness and marriage are gifts from Jehovah.  Either can bring joy and satisfaction if enjoyed in harmony with Jehovah's will.

Goal

If your marriage is not legally recognized by the government, find out what you need to do to make it right.

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