Not two, but one

I just published a blog on Sunday, and now I'm back with another.

Please read this because it is important and applies to everyone.

I was getting ready for evening prayers after finishing my office work. I received a phone call from a brother who was sharing his story with me. He has been married for 30 years and is now considering divorcing his wife and living separately. And it was at that point that the Holy Spirit inspired me to write this article. Please take the time to read and be blessed.

When couples get married, they hold each other's hands, and it would be even better if they continued to hold each other's hands throughout their marriage. We all make vows at the wedding ceremony in God's presence and in front of men, to stay together, whether in difficult or good times, but do we keep them?

Why is marriage called "holy matrimony"?

God is Holy and HE created man and woman in His own image. Now He is uniting these two individuals as a couple. Thus, marriage is holy, and it must be kept that way until the end of time. God approves of sex within marriage, but sexual relationships outside of marriage are unholy and sinful. Do not pine for the spouse of someone else. It isn't the right thing to do. Be content with your life partner, and invite Jesus into your marriage so that he can make it lovely.

God did not make another man (Steve) for Adam; instead, He made Eve. Such impure connections are the product of the devil. While Adam plus Eve is a holy union, Adam plus Steve is a violation of the Bible's principles. Eve plus a second Eve is also an abomination. Sex before marriage is also a sin.

I have nothing against anyone. God loves everyone and sent his son to save us all. As a Christian brother, I love everyone, but wrong is wrong, even if it is done by someone you love. Nobody is greater than God's Word. Sexual immorality is not from God; it is from hell. If you are experiencing such difficulties, come to Jesus; he will undoubtedly heal you. Today's article is solely about marriage and family prayer, so let's keep it that way for the time being.

Because two is better than one (Ecclesiastes 4:9), why are you thinking about divorce and living apart? If that were the case, you should not have married in the first place.

When two (husband and wife) or three people (husband, wife, and child) assemble in God’s name, Jesus is in their midst. No, I am not adding to the word of God. This verse can also be interpreted as the husband and wife praying together since their first day of marriage, and then the family grows and the family size increases from two to three. (Matthew 18:20) Jesus should be in the midst of your marriage.

Not in the book of Acts, but in the Garden of Eden, which is where the first church (Adam and Eve) was founded. God himself introduced the holy concept of marriage, and it is a small church.

We all attend church, but our first church is our family. When many of these families come together, they form the universal church of Christ (body of Christ). Due to his fear of the body of Christ (church), the devil has turned his attention to families, which has led to an increasing number of divorces and illicit relationships. However, according to the Bible, we should not be unaware of his schemes (2 Corinthians 2:11); instead, we should pray diligently as a family and smash his evil plots in Jesus' name; only then will the Gospel reach everyone.

Every day, God communicated with Adam and Eve (Genesis 3:8). Every day, a husband and wife must pray together in order for God to speak to them and guide them.

Marriage is honorable in all (Hebrews 13:4). May you both win souls for God's kingdom and glorify him through your marriage. To singles, pray about your marriages so that God provides you with the proper life partner and you together magnify the Lord via marriage.

If your marriage is having problems, go to Jesus (the Prince of Peace) with your spouse and he will give you HIS peace, not the peace that the world gives (his own peace, John 14:27). The world may provide you with a temporary remedy. But who wants a short-term fix? Jesus' peace will assist you in resolving all of your marital conflicts. If a couple is worried, they should hold hands and pray for God's peace.

When Adam and Eve strayed from God's message, Eve was tempted, and they were forced to flee the Garden of Eden. Similarly, the devil would try to intervene in your marriage and try to force you to divorce. On the other hand, God gave them a stunning revelation from the Bible while they were returning to Emmaus (this was a couple, Mrs. and Mr. Cleopas). It will be fantastic to do Bible study as a family. Begin by meditating on God's word with your spouse and children. Try reading some of the Apostle Paul's writings on marriage and you'll become a super-strong couple in the Lord. The Holy Spirit enabled Paul to include instructions for husband and wife in his letters.

Everything is held in Christ (Colossians 1:17). Jesus holds the universe, space, and everything you see together, and he can certainly keep you and your partner together until he returns.

You're not two people; you're one in Christ (Ephesians 5:31-33).

There is only one God, one marriage, and one bed (do not dirty your bed, and do not cheat on your spouse). If you have done something so heinous, go to Jesus and ask for forgiveness, and then stay faithful to your partner from now on. Remember when the disciples were scared, Jesus went into the locked chambers and brought them comfort. Even your darkest marital scars can be healed by Jesus.

When we can forgive our adversaries, why can't we forgive our life partners and family members, according to the heavenly prayer given by Jesus? (See Matthew 6:12) In your marriage, there is no sin that God cannot forgive, so ask for his counsel. Allow him to mend your relationship.

Remember, with God, nothing is impossible. Men may not be able to solve your marriage issues, but Jesus can. Can't we be as patient with our life partners and family members as God was with us on the Cross?

Jesus could have easily saved himself on the cross; he was capable, but he was thinking about you. He bore all for you alone. So, if you want to save your marriage, keep humble and forgive your partner's wrongdoings.

Nobody despises their body, so apologizing to your spouse is a form of self-care. Only the strong can forgive; it takes strength, and God bless you for having it.

God will promote you if you humble yourself (Matthew 23:12), so let's keep the words "ego" and "pride" out of our marriages. Only then will the relationship thrive.

Because of his ego issues, Lucifer was driven out of heaven. Even during Jesus' time on earth, Lucifer wanted Jesus to adore him; some things never change. When such characteristics are present in a pair, marriages are certain to fail.

All troubles stem from "I." Instead of saying "I," say "Him alone" with your spouse. May we all have the heart and attitude of John the Baptist, who declares, "He must increase, but I must decrease." See John 3:30. The verse starts with Jesus and ends with John. Make Jesus a top priority in your relationship, then you'll realize that marriage is a beautiful gift to mankind.

My wife and I are a happy couple who are developing in Christ together. Thank you, Father! (Notice how I put my wife at the beginning of the phrase and put myself in second place in this statement.) True love constantly prioritises the other person.

The intimacy of the king and his queen is shown in the book of Song of Solomon; may God ignite such romance in your married life.

United we stand, divided we fall. This is an aphorism that we are all familiar with. Let us join in Christ and serve him so that we can confront all of life's obstacles together. When you fully comprehend the concept of marriage and its significance, you and your family begin to prepare for the Lamb’s wedding. Noah and his family had prepared themselves well. They all stayed in the boat together. Only when you are in Christ is your marriage secure. For forty days, Noah's ark withstood the torrential rains. You will be put to the test as well, but you have the victory in Christ. Hallelujah!

It's not enough to read the Bible and get a lot of knowledge; you also need wisdom to implement the biblical concepts you've learned in your daily life (especially in marriages). The Bible is all about application, and the early church was able to build the church of Christ all across the world by applying Jesus' teachings. Stand on God's word and apply it to your lives if you wish to establish your family.

I wish you could be like Mary and Joseph and deliver the gospel together. Eve ate the forbidden fruit, and we all know what happened. Mary obeyed God's command and became a blessed woman among women. The angelic visit in Joseph's dream eliminated the concept of separation from Joseph's mind. You will be a blessed being and, sure, you will have heavenly visions when you worship the Lord together.

Forgive, love, respect, and accept your spouse as he or she is (no one is perfect), and together develop in Christ! May the love of Christ be abundant in your marriage!

May the rest of your days be as if they were the first day of your marriage, and you both enjoy the company of each other all your life, in Jesus’ name, Amen!

After I preached this sermon during tonight's evening prayers, four families came forward and said God spoke to them and they will now place their families in the capable hands of Jesus. Please, dear reader, include family prayer in your marriage, and you will notice a beneficial difference in your family life. A family that prays together stays together.

 

Finally, I will end this article with an equation:

Man + CHRIST + Woman = a happy marriage.

(And this should always be the case; there is no other formula for marriage; only these three parties are involved in a marriage.)

A cord of three strands is not quickly broken (Ecclesiastes 4:12).

 

Your marriage should have JESUS at its center.

 

God bless you!