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NASB | Malachi 2:16 "For I hate divorce," says the LORD, the God of Israel, "and him who covers his garment with wrong," says the LORD of hosts. "So take heed to your spirit, that you do not deal treacherously." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Malachi 2:16 "For I hate divorce," says the LORD, the God of Israel, "and him who covers his garment with wrong and violence," says the LORD of hosts. "Therefore keep watch on your spirit, so that you do not deal treacherously [with your wife]." |
Bible Question:
I also agree with Pastor Glenn about the 3 things that free a person from marriage; adultery,death of spouse, unfaithful husband leaving. How does 1 Cor 7:10 -11 allows a person to leave when the other is violent? Doesn't verse 10 say not to leave? I feel saddened by all those who are in a violent relationship! The husband should treat the wives like they would be treated Eph. 5:25,28-29. Wives are suppose to be submissive. Eph 5:22 This is why one needs to be carefull when selecting who to marry. I believe one can remarry if tthe divorce is result of unfaithfullness. |
Bible Answer: Unfaithfulness and adultery are the same thing. The third reason for freedom to remarry is if an Unbelieving spouse leaves. There is another reason for divorce mentioned in the Bible, but one that does not allow freedom to remarry. In 1 Cor 7:10-11, it says if a wife separates from her husband, she must stay single or remarry him. This allows the abused wife to leave. If while waiting for him to get healing, he remarries or has sex, she is now totally free. Remember, though, God is not fooled. If a person by withdrawl of sex is trying to manipulate the spouse into adultery, out of desperation, the Bible is clear. In this case, Both commit adultery on remarriage. Matt 5:32, 19:9. God understands desperate situations and allows a way out. I do not advocate staying single lightly. I was divorced, did not meet the standards for freedom to remarry, and fought and won the battle to stay celibate. Later, I did meet the standards and was able to remarry, but after ten years of being single. It is hard, but trust God, He gives the victory. Greentwiga |