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Without question, the issue of marriage, divorce, and remarriage is one of the most pervasive and difficult challenges facing mankind—a problem that has been present both outside, and inside, the realm of God’s people throughout history.
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In contemplating divorce and re-marriage, it is imperative to align one's thoughts with the divine purpose and significance that God assigns to the institution of marriage. In the words of Mbewe (2020), "Marriage is an exclusive covenant relationship of love between one man and one woman" (p. 13).
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A quick overview can be gained from dictionaries: 1. IVP New Dictionary of Christian Ethics and Pastoral Theology– “Divorce” (pp. 315-6) by Gordon Wenham. 2. SCM New Dictionary of Christian Ethics – “Divorce” (pp. 160-2) by Helen Oppenheimer. 3. Dictionary of Scripture and Ethics– “Marriage and Divorce” (pp.508-12) by Allen Verhey.
In relation to the biblical texts (which need to read and considered carefully, especially Deut 24:1-4, Mt 19:1-12 and Mk 10:1-12, Mt 5.31-32, Lk 16.18, and 1 Cor 7), in addition to commentaries on these texts, the following are helpful guides: 1. Richard M. Davidson – “Divorce and Remarriage in the Old Testament” 2. Richard M. Davidson – “Marriage...
The best overall guide to the debate (especially in relation to Scripture and the different evangelical views) is the discussion between Gordon J. Wenham, William A. Heth, and Craig S. Keener in Remarriage After Divorce in Today’s Church: 3 Views (Zondervan, 2006). Other helpful contributions from these writers that give you an orientation to their...
1. There is only one scriptural ground for divorce (fornication); and that the one offended against may remarry. 2. When an unbeliever deserts a believer because of his Christianity, etc., and no fornication takes place on the part of the deserter, the marriage tie subsists and the Christian is not permitted to marry another.
This article provides an exegetical analysis of Matthew 19:3-12, where Jesus discusses marriage, divorce, and celibacy. It begins by outlining the literary and historical context, noting that Jesus' teaching emerges in response to Pharisees trying to trap him.
Aug 11, 2020 · Marriage, divorce, and remarriage in the Bible. Some basic considerations about marriage -- What marriage is all about -- The place of marriage -- A biblical attitude toward divorce -- The concept of divorce -- What is divorce? -- The two groups in I Corinthians 7 -- Divorce among believers (preliminary considerations) -- Divorce among the ...
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