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NASB | Genesis 2:24 For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother, and be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Genesis 2:24 For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother, and shall be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh. [Matt 19:5; 1 Cor 6:16; Eph 5:31-33] |
Bible Question:
Hello Saints, I am asking a pretty difficult question, but this is because I have been placed in a very difficult situation. I am married, recently, and very happy with my husband. His mother on the other hand has all but said that she hates me. We were engaged for 2 1/2 years and went out for 8 months before that, so this is no fly-by-night relationship and I can't see how she didn't see our marriage coming. She is a Bible-toter, that doesn't live her life in any accordance to the Word, with the way she acts and treats others. (Ohh goodness, her mouth is atrocious!!) My husband and I are concerned about obeying Ex. 20:12 and honoring her. We recently heard Chip Ingram's program and he stated that if parents are bringing a wedge between husband and wife then honoring (in our case right now he is listening to her speak negatively about me, our relationship, etc. instead of ignoring her) the parents is not the case. And that in this instance parents should not be honored. I wanted to know if this is Biblical advice, because we are stuck between wanting to honor her and trying to cease the problems in our marriage, because of her negativity. Please answer with Scriptures, if possible. Thank you and God bless. |
Bible Answer: Hi Lissamz, This is a very delicate situation in that it is your mother-in-law. You do not want to alienate your husband, but neither do you want to be subjected to her damaging talk. So what does the Bible say to do... forgive - Matthew 6:14-15, bless - Luke 6:28 and Rom. 12:14, do good - Romans 12:20 It also says... Matthew 10:37 He who loves father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; and he who loves son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me. If honoring her causes you to sin, it is better to obey God. This may be more for your husband. Also, your husband is to love you, as his wife, as Christ loves the church and be willing to give his life for you. Eph. 5:25. So, win her over with kindness. Pray for her. Pray for your husband. Do not became angry or bitter. Walk in the love of God and be a peacemaker. The Bible says that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you. A big part of getting the victory in this situation is making sure your own relationship with God and husband are strong. Hope this helps. Praying for you. Bows44 P.S. Feel free to check my profile and email me personally if you want. :-) |
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