What Does the Bible Says About Singleness and Marriage?

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Learn how to be happy-and make Jehovah happy-whether you are single or married.

4. Make good use of the gift of singleness.

Jesus viewed singleness as a gift.  (Matthew 19:11, 12) Read Matthew 4:23,  and then discuss this question: 

* How did Jesus use the gift of singleness to serve his Father and to help others?

Christians can enjoy the gift of singleness as Jesus did.  

*  In what rewarding ways can Christians use their singleness? 

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Did  you know?

The Bible does not give a minimum age for marriage. However, it encourages a person to wait until he is "past the bloom of youth," a time when strong sexual feelings can distort a young person's judgment. - 1 CORINTHIANS 7:36.

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5. Choose your mate wisely

Choosing your mate is one of the most important decision you will ever make.  Read Matthew 19$-6, 9,  and then discuss this question. 

* Why should we marry only  a fellow Christian?

* How do you think Jehovah would feel about your marrying someone who does not love Him? 

Next time: What Does the Bible Say About Singleness and Marriage? Conclusion

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