| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by judedwriter(m): 2:53pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Jashub:
Marriage in this age is scam . Marriage isn't a scam. It's the motives behind marriage that you can call a scam. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Broveens42(m): 2:58pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
lexy2014:
You still haven't answered the question. Why is marriage a scam? Because the part of the good book it's promoters seek to justify the concept, has no bearing to the said concept of marriage. So it's a scam. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Teymanhenry(f): 3:00pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Well, I believe that when one's life is threatened or is no longer interested in the union, he/she can file for divorce and leave peacefully. The essence of marriage is to live peacefully, happily and lovingly. When all these are nonexistent in the marriage, why stay in it? |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Jashub: 3:01pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
judedwriter:
Marriage isn't a scam. It's the motives behind marriage that you can call a scam. For a man , it's a scam ...and I say so because it offers you nothing other than procreation and sex. And those can be achieved outside marriage. 1 Like |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by lexy2014: 3:19pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Broveens42:
Because the part of the good book it's promoters seek to justify the concept, has no bearing to the said concept of marriage.
So it's a scam. how does all this make marriage a scam? |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by lexy2014: 3:20pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Ishilove:
You won't get any coherent answer from him. It is the unmarried ones or the ones in bad marriages that are mouthing off. Misery loves company the guy is in a lot of pain |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Myer(m): 3:34pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Jokanem:
What Does the Bible Say About Marriage?
After creating the first man and woman, God brought them together in marriage. He instituted marriage as a special bond between a man and a woman as a foundation for the family unit.—Genesis 1:27, 28; 2:18.
God wants married couples to be happy. (Proverbs 5:18) In the Bible, he provides standards for marriage as well as principles that can help a marriage succeed.
What are God’s standards for marriage?
From the beginning, God created marriage to be a union of one man and one woman. (Genesis 2:24) God does not approve of polygamy, homosexual acts, or couples living together without marriage. (1 Corinthians 6:9; 1 Thessalonians 4:3) Jesus taught his followers to adhere to God’s original standard for marriage.—Mark 10:6-8.
In God’s eyes, marriage creates a permanent bond. When a man and a woman get married, they promise to be loyal to each other and to stay together for as long as they are both alive. God expects them to keep that promise.—Mark 10:9.
What about separation and divorce?
There may be times when a husband and wife must be apart from each other, such as when one mate needs to travel to care for a family emergency. But the Bible discourages separation resulting from marital problems. Instead, it urges couples in such a situation to work toward reconciliation.—1 Corinthians 7:10.
Adultery is the only Scriptural grounds for divorce. (Matthew 19:9) Hence, if a husband and wife decide to separate or to divorce for any reason other than adultery, neither partner is Scripturally free to date someone else or to remarry.—Matthew 5:32; 1 Corinthians 7:11.
Does a marriage need to be registered legally to be approved by God?
God expects Christians to obey secular laws regarding marriage. (Titus 3:1) When it is possible for a couple to register their marriage legally, their doing so shows respect for secular authorities and for God’s standard that marriage is a lasting commitment. a
What roles and responsibilities does the Bible assign to husbands and wives?
Shared responsibilities. Husbands and wives should treat each other with love and respect. (Ephesians 5:33) They should care for each other’s sexual needs in a loving way and avoid all forms of unfaithfulness. (1 Corinthians 7:3; Hebrews 13:4) If they have children, husbands and wives share the responsibility of raising them.—Proverbs 6:20
The Bible does not discuss in detail how married couples should share secular work and household chores. They can decide together what will work best for their family.
A husband’s role.
The Bible says that “a husband is head of his wife.” (Ephesians 5:23) He is the head in the sense that he should guide his family and make decisions that will benefit his wife and children.
He should strive to ensure that their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are cared for. (1 Timothy 5: He shows that he values his wife’s qualities and capabilities by working closely with her and by carefully considering her opinion and feelings when making decisions. (Proverbs 31:11, 28) The Bible says that a husband ought to care for his responsibilities in a loving way.—Colossians 3:19.
A wife’s role.
The Bible says that a “wife should have deep respect for her husband.” (Ephesians 5:33) God is pleased when a wife respects the role that he assigned to her husband.
Her role is to assist her husband, helping him to make good decisions and supporting his headship. (Genesis 2:18) The Bible speaks highly of a wife who fulfills her important role in marriage.—Proverbs 31:10.
Does God require married couples today to have children?
No. In the past, God commanded some of his worshippers to have children. (Genesis 1:28; 9:1) But Christians are not bound by that instruction. Jesus never commanded his followers to have children. Neither did any of his early disciples say that married couples must have children. Couples can decide for themselves whether they will raise a family.
How can the Bible help your marriage?
The Bible contains principles that can help couples get their marriage off to a good start. Bible principles can also help couples to avoid or overcome difficulties.
Bible principles can help a married couple to . . .
show true love.—1 Corinthians 13:4-7; Colossians 3:14.
deal with differences.—1 Corinthians 10:24.
be good listeners.—James 1:19.
show respect.—Romans 12:10.
be forgiving.—1 Peter 4:8.
be loyal.—Mark 10:9.
be patient.—Ephesians 4:2, 3.
work as a team.—Ecclesiastes 4:9.
strengthen their commitment.—Song of Solomon 8:7.
Regarding the Bible’s view of customary or tribal marriages, see The Watchtower of October 15, 2006, page 21, paragraph 12.
Bible verses about marriage
Proverbs 18:22: “The one who finds a good wife has found something good.”
Meaning: The Bible speaks positively about marriage.
Malachi 2:15: “Do not deal treacherously with the wife of your youth.”
Meaning: God wants husbands and wives to be faithful to each other and to treat each other respectfully, even after many years of marriage.
Mark 10:9: “What God has yoked together, let no man put apart.”
Meaning: God intended for marriage to be a permanent bond of companionship.
Hebrews 13:4: “Let marriage be honorable among all.”
Meaning: Couples should place a high value on their marriage and work hard to protect it.
1 Corinthians 7:28: “Those who [marry] will have tribulation in their flesh.”
Meaning: No marriage is perfect; couples need to work together to overcome challenges.
Thanks for sharing sir. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Image123(m): 4:14pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
lexy2014:
It's because it's all in the dictionary (both online and offline) am asking u since u said the guy didn't get his facts right.
What is the difference between adultery and fornication? Continue looping. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Broveens42(m): 5:00pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
lexy2014:
how does all this make marriage a scam? Going forward, further deliberate attempt to paint marriage as a union where the man is expected to foot most of the bills(a man who can't take care of his family as an infidel) shows why it's a scam. I Know what's confusing you. Marriage itself is a doctrine. So in doctrines you see so many elements that qualify it as a scam |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Broveens42(m): 5:22pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
judedwriter:
Marriage isn't a scam. It's the motives behind marriage that you can call a scam. The concept itself is a scam irrespective of your motive. You can have a good motive going into marriage but what about your partner who appreciates the scam nature of the union and forces you to realize how delusional you've been? Marriage is like betting... (Put two beings in a phenomenon and watch how they contribute to the growth of their union) The concept of ''bet" is a scam... It doesn't matter the motive you have going into a bet shop... You can have the motive/mindset of taking life easy no matter how much you would lose in a bet shop, but it doesn't take away the fact you weren't scammed. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by lexy2014: 5:25pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Broveens42:
Going forward, further deliberate attempt to paint marriage as a union where the man is expected to foot most of the bills(a man who can't take care of his family as an infidel) shows why it's a scam.
I Know what's confusing you.
Marriage itself is a doctrine. So in doctrines you see so many elements that qualify it as a scam How does a man taking care of his family make marriage a scam? |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Broveens42(m): 5:29pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
lexy2014:
How does a man taking care of his family make marriage a scam? Because it is a requirement that must be heeded to, else you've failed. Whereas there's nothing wrong in taking care of someone out of your own volition. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by judedwriter(m): 5:32pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Broveens42:
The concept itself is a scam irrespective of your motive. You can have a good motive going into marriage but what about your partner who appreciates the scam nature of the union and forces you to realize how delusional you've been?
Marriage is like betting... (Put two beings in a phenomenon and allow them watch how they contribute to the growth of their union)
The concept of ''bet" is a scam... It doesn't matter the motive you have going into a bet shop... You can have the motive/mindset of taking life easy no matter how much you would lose in a bet shop, but it doesn't take away the fact you weren't scammed. By origin, marriage isn't a scam because it's God's idea not man's. God plan was that two imperfect people live together as forgivers in love, overlooking all their wrongs. Today marriage is likened to a scam because of the absence of love. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by lexy2014: 5:32pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Broveens42:
Because it is a requirement that must be heeded to, else you've failed. Whereas there's nothing wrong in taking care of someone out of your own volition. How does a man taking care of his family make marriage a scam? |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by tonytony208(m): 5:50pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Jashub:
So what does a woman bring other than herself? Not all women offer just their bodies in marriages. Many of those bringing something valuable do not make noise about it |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by nkemjacob2(m): 5:53pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Righthussle:
Na this stupid teaching kill Osinachi Nwachukwu.
Man dey beat you , leave the marriage, you say bible say na only adultery fit make you leave. Commit adultery make you fit leave the marriage you say no. Las las na 6 feet comot am for the marriage.
u don't follow all what the writer wrote pick the one that affect u. D reason for divorce during the old times was becos the heart of men where evil. Thus God sees this and use the divorce as a rescue ground for the women. When u are facing gender violence in ur marriage or adultery in ur marriage u can divorce on the ground u can't marriage till death so u part |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by tonytony208(m): 6:05pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Jashub:
So what does a woman bring other than herself? There are women, who raised their husbands financially. I know a couple of women like that. Not all women are leeches or unproductive in a marriage. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by tonytony208(m): 6:06pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
bukatyne:
Why bringing a gun to a pillow fight?  |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Jashub: 6:13pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
tonytony208:
Not all women offer just their bodies in marriages.
Many of those bringing something valuable do not make noise about it Examples ... |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Jashub: 6:14pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
tonytony208:
There are women, who raised their husbands financially. I know a couple of women like that. Not all women are leeches or unproductive in a marriage. It's a known fact that women will only date a man on the premise he provides value . Secondly, how many of such women are there ? Compare that to the majority and you'll see that they are probably less than 0.0001% of the total population of women |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Broveens42(m): 8:24pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
judedwriter:
By origin, marriage isn't a scam because it's God's idea not man's.
God plan was that two imperfect people live together as forgivers in love, overlooking all their wrongs.
Today marriage is likened to a scam because of the absence of love. Shows you don't even read your Bible. But rely on what you were told god's original idea in Genesis was for man to be ALONE.....The creation of Eve was an after thought when he realized how lonely Adam was. Paul also indirectly advocated for god's original idea when he said " it's good for man to be ALONE but for temptation every man should have his wife..." marriage has nothing to do with the character "god" when you read contextually Opposite sex is accurately relatable |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Broveens42(m): 8:35pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
lexy2014:
How does a man taking care of his family make marriage a scam? Your question is not even relatable, because 'family concept' is not exclusive to marriage phenomenon. Ask me how a partner who's obligated to spend more in a marriage setting, make marriage a scam |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by lexy2014: 8:47pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Broveens42:
Your question is not even relatable, because 'family concept' is not exclusive to marriage phenomenon.
Ask me how a partner who's obligated to spend more in a marriage setting, make marriage a scam This is you Broveens42:
Going forward, further deliberate attempt to paint marriage as a union where the man is expected to foot most of the bills(a man who can't take care of his family as an infidel) shows why it's a scam.
I Know what's confusing you.
Marriage itself is a doctrine. So in doctrines you see so many elements that qualify it as a scam Hence my question....How does a man taking care of his family make marriage a scam? |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Broveens42(m): 9:05pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
lexy2014:
This is you
Hence my question....How does a man taking care of his family make marriage a scam? That's why I said it's not relatable because the concept of marriage itself is a scam... It doesn't matter what you do in it. Follow my other submissions. if I tell you marriage is a scam among animals or birds, you may seem confused a bit, you know why? because it's not relatable. Going by logic of the op, I can make a case for the birds, because they were also blessed to be fruitful So it's basically a language problem... I was trying to point out ... making THEM male and female was just for procreation and has nothing to do with the concept of marriage. GEN 1 21 So God created great sea creatures and every living thing that moves, with which the waters abounded, according to THEIR KIND, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good. 22 And God blessed them, saying, “Be FRUITFUL and MULTIPLY, and fill the waters in the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.” GEN 1 27...god created man in his image; He made 'THEM' male and female and blessed them saying "be fruitful and multiply.." |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Mypeople2(m): 9:30pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Jokanem:
What Does the Bible Say About Marriage?
After creating the first man and woman, God brought them together in marriage. He instituted marriage as a special bond between a man and a woman as a foundation for the family unit.—Genesis 1:27, 28; 2:18.
God wants married couples to be happy. (Proverbs 5:18) In the Bible, he provides standards for marriage as well as principles that can help a marriage succeed.
What are God’s standards for marriage?
From the beginning, God created marriage to be a union of one man and one woman. (Genesis 2:24) God does not approve of polygamy, homosexual acts, or couples living together without marriage. (1 Corinthians 6:9; 1 Thessalonians 4:3) Jesus taught his followers to adhere to God’s original standard for marriage.—Mark 10:6-8.
In God’s eyes, marriage creates a permanent bond. When a man and a woman get married, they promise to be loyal to each other and to stay together for as long as they are both alive. God expects them to keep that promise.—Mark 10:9.
What about separation and divorce?
There may be times when a husband and wife must be apart from each other, such as when one mate needs to travel to care for a family emergency. But the Bible discourages separation resulting from marital problems. Instead, it urges couples in such a situation to work toward reconciliation.—1 Corinthians 7:10.
Adultery is the only Scriptural grounds for divorce. (Matthew 19:9) Hence, if a husband and wife decide to separate or to divorce for any reason other than adultery, neither partner is Scripturally free to date someone else or to remarry.—Matthew 5:32; 1 Corinthians 7:11.
Does a marriage need to be registered legally to be approved by God?
God expects Christians to obey secular laws regarding marriage. (Titus 3:1) When it is possible for a couple to register their marriage legally, their doing so shows respect for secular authorities and for God’s standard that marriage is a lasting commitment. a
What roles and responsibilities does the Bible assign to husbands and wives?
Shared responsibilities. Husbands and wives should treat each other with love and respect. (Ephesians 5:33) They should care for each other’s sexual needs in a loving way and avoid all forms of unfaithfulness. (1 Corinthians 7:3; Hebrews 13:4) If they have children, husbands and wives share the responsibility of raising them.—Proverbs 6:20
The Bible does not discuss in detail how married couples should share secular work and household chores. They can decide together what will work best for their family.
A husband’s role.
The Bible says that “a husband is head of his wife.” (Ephesians 5:23) He is the head in the sense that he should guide his family and make decisions that will benefit his wife and children.
He should strive to ensure that their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are cared for. (1 Timothy 5: He shows that he values his wife’s qualities and capabilities by working closely with her and by carefully considering her opinion and feelings when making decisions. (Proverbs 31:11, 28) The Bible says that a husband ought to care for his responsibilities in a loving way.—Colossians 3:19.
A wife’s role.
The Bible says that a “wife should have deep respect for her husband.” (Ephesians 5:33) God is pleased when a wife respects the role that he assigned to her husband.
Her role is to assist her husband, helping him to make good decisions and supporting his headship. (Genesis 2:18) The Bible speaks highly of a wife who fulfills her important role in marriage.—Proverbs 31:10.
Does God require married couples today to have children?
No. In the past, God commanded some of his worshippers to have children. (Genesis 1:28; 9:1) But Christians are not bound by that instruction. Jesus never commanded his followers to have children. Neither did any of his early disciples say that married couples must have children. Couples can decide for themselves whether they will raise a family.
How can the Bible help your marriage?
The Bible contains principles that can help couples get their marriage off to a good start. Bible principles can also help couples to avoid or overcome difficulties.
Bible principles can help a married couple to . . .
show true love.—1 Corinthians 13:4-7; Colossians 3:14.
deal with differences.—1 Corinthians 10:24.
be good listeners.—James 1:19.
show respect.—Romans 12:10.
be forgiving.—1 Peter 4:8.
be loyal.—Mark 10:9.
be patient.—Ephesians 4:2, 3.
work as a team.—Ecclesiastes 4:9.
strengthen their commitment.—Song of Solomon 8:7.
Regarding the Bible’s view of customary or tribal marriages, see The Watchtower of October 15, 2006, page 21, paragraph 12.
Bible verses about marriage
Proverbs 18:22: “The one who finds a good wife has found something good.”
Meaning: The Bible speaks positively about marriage.
Malachi 2:15: “Do not deal treacherously with the wife of your youth.”
Meaning: God wants husbands and wives to be faithful to each other and to treat each other respectfully, even after many years of marriage.
Mark 10:9: “What God has yoked together, let no man put apart.”
Meaning: God intended for marriage to be a permanent bond of companionship.
Hebrews 13:4: “Let marriage be honorable among all.”
Meaning: Couples should place a high value on their marriage and work hard to protect it.
1 Corinthians 7:28: “Those who [marry] will have tribulation in their flesh.”
Meaning: No marriage is perfect; couples need to work together to overcome challenges.
Thank you very much for this write up .Please I want to ask, where in the Bible they mention getting married in a church, inviting people for reception, inviting a dj and a mc, spraying money and buying ashebi? |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by lexy2014: 10:03pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Broveens42:
That's why I said it's not relatable because the concept of marriage itself is a scam... It doesn't matter what you do in it.
Follow my other submissions.
if I tell you marriage is a scam among animals or birds, you may seem confused a bit, you know why? because it's not relatable.
Going by logic of the op, I can make a case for the birds, because they were also blessed to be fruitful
So it's basically a language problem... I was trying to point out ... making THEM male and female was just for procreation and has nothing to do with the concept of marriage.
GEN 1
21 So God created great sea creatures and every living thing that moves, with which the waters abounded, according to THEIR KIND, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good. 22 And God blessed them, saying, “Be FRUITFUL and MULTIPLY, and fill the waters in the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.”
GEN 1
27...god created man in his image; He made 'THEM' male and female and blessed them saying "be fruitful and multiply.."
offpoint. you claimed that Broveens42:
Going forward, further deliberate attempt to paint marriage as a union where the man is expected to foot most of the bills(a man who can't take care of his family as an infidel) shows why it's a scam.
I Know what's confusing you.
Marriage itself is a doctrine. So in doctrines you see so many elements that qualify it as a scam sp therefore, How does a man taking care of his family make marriage a scam? |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by thegrinch(m): 10:12pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
talented321:
MANCHI, Eve betray Adam since from day one.
By the way who write this book called bible?. Ask Google |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by tonytony208(m): 11:15pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Jashub:
It's a known fact that women will only date a man on the premise he provides value . Secondly, how many of such women are there ? Compare that to the majority and you'll see that they are probably less than 0.0001% of the total population of women At least, you agree that not all women are just after money. Even a reasonable man will only date a woman that has something other than pussy to offer. It goes both ways. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by tonytony208(m): 11:16pm On Jun 25, 2023 |
Jashub:
Examples ... Do you think you can be counted a responsible, reasonable man if you date a woman that has only pussy to offer? It goes both ways |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by oohunt: 2:25am On Jun 26, 2023 |
Likoya:
You and your stupid God can go to hell with your stupid rules.... I didn't ask anybody to bring me to this world, I just found myself here. Yet the idiot claims to give people freedom of choice...Why didn't you give me freedom to choose if I wanted to come to this world first? Haha! You are already here. |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by oohunt: 2:26am On Jun 26, 2023 |
hopefulLandlord:
I'm a Virgin and I'd remain one till I die. I pity these Christians getting married and having sex. the word "Christian" means "Christ-like" which means we are to act like Jesus Christ. Jesus never married, neither did he have sex so any Christian doing otherwise is a sinner Wow. News! Did you know that all have sinned?? |
| Re: What The Bible Says About Marriage by Jashub: 6:26am On Jun 26, 2023 |
tonytony208:
At least, you agree that not all women are just after money.
Even a reasonable man will only date a woman that has something other than pussy to offer. It goes both ways. It doesn't go both ways. For example, a man can be working for Exxon Mobil yet choose to date a girl who's illiterate and working for Calabar kitchen but this isn't so with women. A woman is an opportunistic lover , who will only dates above her status and level . Secondly, all men really want from women is just sex ...in fact, 90% of most relationships are based on sex , which is why women have absolutely nothing to offer other than the keys to sex |
