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Understanding What the Bible Says About Divorce

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AMY TURNER

Romans 7:2 explains that a wife is bound to her husband as long as he is alive, but if he dies, she is free from that bond. Some take this as proof that divorce is never allowed, but the wider teaching of Scripture gives more clarity.

In 1 Corinthians 7, Paul writes that if a believer is married to someone who does not believe and that person chooses to leave, the believer is not bound to remain. This shows that abandonment can bring an end to a marriage.

Jesus also speaks in Matthew 5:19, warning against divorce, but he gives one clear reason where it may take place: sexual immorality. Sin of this kind breaks the covenant of marriage and can lead to divorce.

Marriage is intended to be for life, but Scripture makes room for certain broken situations. When divorce happens for biblical reasons, the person is free to marry again.

Yet if the unbelieving one is leaving, let him leave; the brother or the sister is not under bondage in such cases, but God has called us in peace.

1 Corinthians 7:15

God’s Witness in Every Heart

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JEFF TURNER

The Bible teaches that even those who have never heard the gospel are still accountable to God. In Romans 1:20, Paul explains that God’s character and power are clearly seen in creation, leaving people “without excuse.” This means that every person has enough built-in knowledge to recognize there is a God and to seek Him.

Paul says that although people know God exists, they often choose not to honour Him or give thanks. Instead, they create false ideas and worship idols. Romans 2 adds that God has written His law in every human heart, and the conscience works according to that law. It is either accusing or defending a person’s actions.

This inner witness points to the truth that God is real, moral, and has given moral guidance. If a person responds to the light they have, the Spirit of God will lead them toward the full message of salvation through Christ.

This was the true Light that, coming into the world, enlightens every person.

John 1:9

Choosing God’s Way Over Our Own

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FLOYD ROGERS

In life, we all face difficult situations, and we must choose how to respond. There are really only two options: follow our own ideas or follow God’s direction. Even though many of us understand that God’s way leads to the best outcome, we often still act on our own desires instead.

God has a clear purpose for each of us. He cares deeply, and His guidance is shaped by love and wisdom. Yet, we often go our own way, thinking we know better or simply not trusting His plan. This can lead to problems we could have avoided.

The Bible shows many examples of people who ignored God’s instructions and faced serious consequences. It’s always best to trust God, even when it’s hard.

“Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is broad that leads to destruction, and there are many who enter through it. For the gate is narrow and the way is constricted that leads to life, and there are few who find it.

Matthew 7:13–14

The Growth of Jesus in Humanity

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AMY TURNER

Hebrews 2:10 says that Jesus, the source of salvation, was made perfect through suffering. At first, this may sound strange, because Jesus is both fully God and fully human. Yet when he entered the world, he did so beginning as an infant who would grow and develop like every person does.

Scripture tells us he increased in wisdom, in physical growth, and in favour with both God and people. As a child, he grew in understanding, and by the age of twelve he knew clearly that his life was centred on his Father’s work. His humanity moved step by step, from childhood to adulthood, showing steady growth without sin.

Part of this growth included learning through hardship. By sharing in human suffering, Jesus became the complete and faithful high priest who truly understands our weakness. His life shows that perfection in humanity came not by avoiding pain but by enduring it fully for the sake of others.

For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all things just as we are, yet without sin.

Hebrews 4:15

Jesus’ Strong Words Against False Religious Leaders

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JEFF TURNER

In Matthew 23, Jesus spoke with sharp and direct language to the religious leaders of Israel, calling them hypocrites, snakes, and even “sons of hell.” His words were not meant to be courteous or soft. Instead, they were a deliberate and forceful warning. He condemned them for leading others into spiritual ruin, saying they made their followers even more bound for judgment.

Jesus also compared them to unclean graves, appearing respectable on the outside but full of corruption inside. He did this not out of cruelty, but because the seriousness of their deception demanded a strong response. The goal was both to confront the leaders themselves and to protect the people from their influence.

After addressing the leaders, Jesus told the crowd to stay away from such men, warning that they would lead people to condemnation. Exposing false teaching and cautioning others is part of the work of Christ, and it remains a duty for all believers today. When eternal souls are in danger, polite silence is not love; clear and firm truth is.

Now I urge you, brothers and sisters, keep your eye on those who cause dissensions and hindrances contrary to the teaching which you learned, and turn away from them.

Romans 16:17