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I read this part of the Holy Bible and it kept me in awe:

1 Corinthians 7:27-28 New Century Version (NCV)
If you are not married, do not try to find a wife. But if you decide to marry, you have not sinned. And if a girl who has never married decides to marry, she has not sinned. But those who marry will have trouble in this life, and I want you to be free from trouble.

The question is:
Does God, by this inference discourage marriage union?

What do you say?

Read verse 25 of it. And also read further to verse 31

Paul was giving his own judgment concerning marriage and the troubles of the later times that will come upon both married and unmarried people etc.

God isn't against marriage, the only issue is, when God instituted marriage sin wasn't existing.

Paul was talking to born again Christians who don't need a wife or husband after their earthly mission {Luke 20:34-36} so according to Jesus they are better of as singles if they can make room for it! Matthew 19:10-12

imagrg:
I read this part of the Holy Bible and it kept me in awe:

1 Corinthians 7:27-28 New Century Version (NCV)
If you are not married, do not try to find a wife. But if you decide to marry, you have not sinned. And if a girl who has never married decides to marry, she has not sinned. But those who marry will have trouble in this life, and I want you to be free from trouble.

The question is:
Does God, by this inference discourage marriage union?

What do you say?

NO!!

MaxInDHouse:
Paul was talking to born again Christians who don't need a wife or husband after their earthly mission {Luke 20:34-36} so according to Jesus they are better of as singles if they can make room for it! Matthew 19:10-12

Misinterpretation!!!

Thankgod89:
Misinterpretation!!!

I used the full strength of the scriptures so explain what you mean!

MaxInDHouse:
I used the full strength of the scriptures so explain what you mean!

So, do you think Paul was advocating for a celibate life? How does advising believers based on their specific circumstances at that time suddenly become a command for celibacy?

Take Nigeria, for example—there is hardship now. If a pastor advises his congregation not to marry due to the current struggles, does that mean he is preaching celibacy?

It's important to understand why Paul addressed this issue. His advice was given in response to a specific crisis at that time.

As verse 26 states: "Because of the present crisis, I think that it is good for you to remain as you are."

Thankgod89:
So, do you think Paul was advocating for a celibate life? How does advising believers based on their specific circumstances at that time suddenly become a command for celibacy?

Take Nigeria, for example—there is hardship now. If a pastor advises his congregation not to marry due to the current struggles, does that mean he is preaching celibacy?

It's important to understand why Paul addressed this issue. His advice was given in response to a specific crisis at that time.

As verse 26 states: "Because of the present crisis, I think that it is good for you to remain as you are."

It's not their circumstances but the end time that started in the first century.
Getting married will add to the stress the believer will face that's why they were advised to stay unmarried if they can. What they faced back then is much lesser than what this generation is facing!

MaxInDHouse:
It's not their circumstances but the end time that started in the first century.
Getting married will add to the stress the believer will face that's why they were advised to stay unmarried if they can. What they faced back then is much lesser than what this generation is facing!

When the Bible is silent, it's best to remain silent, and when the Bible speaks clearly, we can speak boldly.

You're misinterpreting the scripture—where do you see "end times" mentioned in the text? How are marriage and the end times related? Please rightly divide the word of truth.

Previously, you quoted scripture that had no connection to what Paul was implying, and now you're introducing an unrelated topic again.

Thankgod89:
When the Bible is silent, it's best to remain silent, and when the Bible speaks clearly, we can speak boldly.

You're misinterpreting the scripture—where do you see "end times" mentioned in the text? How are marriage and the end times related? Please rightly divide the word of truth.
Previously, you quoted scripture that had no connection to what Paul was implying, and now you're introducing an unrelated topic again.

If you feel God's word is silent on a topic that could cause confusion then you are not a diligent student of the Bible! 2Timothy 3:16-17

Before Jesus there was no prophet who said people can live without marriage for being worshipers of God it all started when John the baptist and Jesus of Nazareth began saying "God's Kingdom is at hand" {Matthew 3:2; 4:17} both prophets never got married and so when Paul was talking to born again Christians he urged them to remain single like him if they can {1Corinthians 7:8-9} because they are living in the time of the end when they have to struggle in order to do God's will! 1Corinthans 7:32, 33, 38
Ọmọ if you don't know something you shouldn't think everyone else don't know some are more knowledgeable than others!

MaxInDHouse:
If you feel God's word is silent on a topic that could cause confusion then you are not a diligent student of the Bible! 2Timothy 3:16-17

Before Jesus there was no prophet who said people can live without marriage for being worshipers of God it all started when John the baptist and Jesus of Nazareth began saying "God's Kingdom is at hand" {Matthew 3:2; 4:17} both prophets never got married and so when Paul was talking to born again Christians he urged them to remain single like him if they can {1Corinthians 7:8-9} because they are living in the time of the end when they have to struggle in order to do God's will! 1Corinthans 7:32, 33, 38
Ọmọ if you don't know something you shouldn't think everyone else don't know some are more knowledgeable than others!

Fara-bale!

Verse 33: "But a married man has to think about his earthly responsibilities and how to please his wife."

How Does This Relate to the End Times?

Marriage comes with significant responsibilities—providing for a spouse, raising children, and maintaining a household. During times of economic collapse, war, or persecution, these responsibilities become even harder to fulfill. That’s why Paul’s advice in 1 Corinthians 7 is practical—acknowledging the difficulties of managing a household in times of crisis.

When Paul mentioned the "present crisis," he was likely referring to a specific period of hardship in the Roman Empire, possibly persecution, famine, or social unrest. These challenges would naturally make marriage and family life more difficult. His guidance was more practical than prophetic—focused on the immediate struggles of the believers rather than the end times issues.

If Paul had been speaking about the last days, his message would have likely echoed Jesus' warnings in Matthew 24. Instead, his emphasis was on the real-life challenges faced by Christians at that time.

Paul was just offering temporary advice based on the circumstances of that generation.

Explain end time for me sir.....

Thankgod89:
Verse 33: "But a married man has to think about his earthly responsibilities and how to please his wife."

How Does This Relate to the End Times?

Before John the baptist and Jesus of Nazareth there was no command that all worshipers must set aside time to go out preaching and teaching so that will be added responsibility for those who are MARRIED!
But if not the God's Kingdom that is at hand preaching and teaching wouldn't be added to family responsibilities.

Do you get it now?
That's what Jesus and Paul are saying!

MaxInDHouse:
Before John the baptist and Jesus of Nazareth there was no command that all worshipers must set aside time to go out preaching and teaching so that will be added responsibility for those who are MARRIED!
But if not the God's Kingdom that is at hand preaching and teaching wouldn't be added to family responsibilities.

Do you get it now?
That's what Jesus and Paul are saying!

Get what?

Ogbeni, relax!

I doubt you'll even get married—because these end times are way tougher than Paul's era.

Yinmu.

Thankgod89:
Get what?
Ogbeni, relax!
I doubt you'll even get married—because these end times are way tougher than Paul's era.Yinmu.

Happily with two children but had it been i knew this before i wouldn't have children at all it will just be me and my wife like Aquila and Priscilla. Act 18:2

MaxInDHouse:
Happily with two children but had it been i knew this before i wouldn't have children at all it will just be me and my wife like Aquila and Priscilla. Act 18:2

Lol.
May God continue to bless your home.

Thankgod89:
Lol.
May God continue to bless your home.

And yours too!