In life, there many questions begging for answers. Life generally is full of a number of challenges. More often than not, may be out of ignorance or blatant disregards to certain rules governing that particular subject we run into difficulties.
When challenges come or we are faced with difficulties, it is apt to ask questions. When sincerely asked, the root of the problem is identified and decisively death with, otherwise that fellow would be living in a fool's paradise and looking for people to blame.
And when you keep looking for whom to blame, you remain name!
In an attempt to do justice to our topic, "Frequently Asked Questions On Marriage, Divorce And Re-Marriage " there is a need for us to look at what the Bible says about having success in any area of life, including marriage.
The Word of God says, in Joshua 1:8 that:
"This Book of the Law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe and do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall deal wisely and have a good success." AMPLIFIED BIBLE VERSION.
This then is the formula to a successful marriage!
WHAT IS MARRIAGE?
Marriage is the legal relationship between a husband and wife that lasts for a lifetime, except death causes a separation.
"Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh." Genesis 2:24
The steps taken before going into this journey are very important to prevent pitfalls. Genesis 2:21-22
Knowing God's will in marriage is extremely important; you do not have to rely on a vague hunches or feelings and other people experiences.
The Word of God and His Holy Spirit in a child of God are enough to guide and counsel such a fellow.
And as children of God, courtship serves as a veritable platform to prepare for marriage. Courtship is different from dating.
In courtship, there is a valid and scriptural commitment, while dating has no commitment (the man may get the woman pregnant and ask her to abort it and so on)
At courtship, proper biblical foundations are laid inorder to ensure a happy married life. It is a period to get to know each other closely apart from illicit romance and sexual intercourse.
At courtship, each other's strength and weakness are laid bare as well as likes and dislikes. Also, it is an opportunity to know both parents.
In courtship, both parties must realize that marriage means TILL DEATH DO US PART, no divorce, correct re-marriage in the event that one of the partner dies.
Having laid this foundation, we shall now attempt by His grace to answer the following questions :
1. Is divorce and re-marriage biblical?
2. In a toxic marriage where the man is at the receiving end;
(a) Is it advisable for him to file for a divorce?
(b) Is it good for him to re-marry?
(c) Is it a sin unto the new wife who marries a divorcee?
In part 2, which is the concluding part, we shall attempt to answer all these questions by His special grace.
Stay blessed and prosperous in Jesus name.
Marriage is not just a good idea; it is God's idea!
Your friend,
LAWRENCE, SOLOMON BAMIDELE
courtshipguide@gmail.com
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