Word for the day: "What does Jesus have to say about Marriage"
Matthew 19:4 (GNT) Jesus answered, “Haven’t you read the scripture that says that in the beginning the Creator made people male and female? 5 And God said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and unite with his wife, and the two will become one.’ 6 So they are no longer two, but one. No human being must separate, then, what God has joined together.”
God’s plan for covenant marriage is greater blessings for our lives.
On one hand, what a tremendous blessing it is for two individuals to work together in unity. They can accomplish and enjoy far more together than they ever could alone. Every good marriage is made up of more than just the sum of its two distinctive parts. Marriage multiplies the pleasures, the accomplishments, and the opportunities of life. Or should I say, at least God’s plan for marriage has Greater blessings which maybe a new perspective for someone married today.
In marriage Jesus says the two become one in unity, and as a unit it is a powerful demonstration of the Lord at work.
On the other hand, their new oneness implies many restrictions; the two individuals are no longer free to make their own decisions or set their own goals as individuals, without consideration for each other as a one Unit or as the Bible says the two becoming as one (Matthew 19:6). What does your marriage reflect if you are married? And if you are planning on marrying what are your views?
Conclusion
Although in our 21st century culture the decision to marry is made by the two individuals, once they commit themselves to the God-ordained institution of marriage it is in effect God who has joined them together (Genesis 2:23-24). They are therefore responsible to God for their commitment to each other.Lastly, sisters and brothers what God has joined together in the holy covenant of matrimony is not to be taken lightly or selfishly or wrongly separated by any mere individual. Therefore, strive to make yourselves, and those loved ones of yours who are married, more unified for the glory of God.
Point to ponder
Never seek to divide what God has connected. Anyway at least it’s some food for thought! So, if your marriage is not where you want it, there is still time to work it out, Enjoy your day people of God.Our Leadership team is especially thankful for those of you who provided financial donations and support in the month of May 2018 by partnering with us in efforts to advance the kingdom of God in this 21st century season: Special thanks to Mr. William Wilson, Ms. Annette Straker, Mr. David Straker, Mr. Kenneth Washington, Mrs. Shakeema Fraser-Lowe, Mrs. Cynthia Waiters-Artis, Ms. Monique Williams, and Ms. Gertrude Scott. Why don’t you take the opportunity to write us on our blog and let us know how we are doing in serving you Great people,Thank you for using the Word Cup devotionals brought to you through Grace and we’d love to hear from you!Follow me on Twitter @James Baker_jr as I endeavor to encourage and empower leaders of today and tomorrow!Kingdom Blessings,Pastor James Baker, Jr.