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NASB | 1 Corinthians 7:1 Now concerning the things about which you wrote, it is good for a man not to touch a woman. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 7:1 Now as to the matters of which you wrote: It is good (beneficial, advantageous) for a man not to touch a woman [outside marriage]. |
Subject: ARE WE MARIED |
Bible Note: Wiley, You show me in the Bible where you are right. The burden lies with you my friend. You are declaring a truth that is not supported in Scripture. I have encouraged you to do the work yourself, of seeking God's truth in His word. What you find in Scripture is that marriage is an institution created by God beginning with Adam and Eve in Genesis. You conveniently use their example to justify your own. They did not choose one another. God created Adam and from him created Eve. This was a one time event never again to be accomplished. All others were born. As you follow through the Scriptures you will see that marriage is recognized as an institution of God and accomplished through custom rituals and legal in nature. A very important and consistent part of this is the consenting and witnessing of those other than the marrying couple. You don't find it in a verse, you find it in consistent, contextual example and teaching. Here are some places to start, but you have to be willing to do the work. Begin reading in Genesis chapter 24. Genisis 34, Deut. 24, and let's not forget John chapter 2. Here we even see Jesus attending a wedding feast as was the custom. So Wiley, don't be like so many others in search of a single verse or passage to declare a truth that isn't there. My friend, the truth is in the details. The consistent example laid down through Scripture both OT and NT. Hope this helps. Jeff PS. Don't get caught up in trying to prove yourself right. Instead, allow Scripture to guide you into doing what is right. |