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NASB | 1 Corinthians 7:15 Yet if the unbelieving one leaves, let him leave; the brother or the sister is not under bondage in such cases, but God has called us to peace. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 7:15 But if the unbelieving partner leaves, let him leave. In such cases the [remaining] brother or sister is not [spiritually or morally] bound. But God has called us to peace. |
Bible Question: so in my situation, my husband abused me physically, emotionally, and spiritually, I could NOT get him to stop, so I should stay in that relationship and keep begging him to quit hurting me, because I am bound by GOD? Is that God's plan for me? I have to suffer for the rest of my life, and possibly get killed because Of Religious LAWS? |
Bible Answer: Greetings Shelly! There are a couple of responses I would make concerning your circumstances. 1) First of all, if you are still married to this lout, get out and get some help! God does not expect you to get killed just to fulfill your marriage vows. 2) Secondy, if you are already out, it is important to note that it is God's plan for us to marry believers. To many women marry men who are not Christians, who are violent even before marriage, or who are users of addictive substances, and then wonder why God wants them to stay in such a marriage. The short answer is that God doesn't want you in such a marriage to begin with. He wants you to marry a Godly man, who will honor both you and Christ. I pray that you are safe now! If not, get help immediately! Call a local pastor and allow him to help you find the help you need! To those who are unmarried, male or female, I pray that you will carefully consider who it is whom you intend to marry. If they are violent before marriage, they will be even worse after marriage. If they are untrustworthy before marriage, they will be even worse after marriage. If the are ungodly before marriage, they will be even worse after marriage. People put their best foot forward during a dating relationship. Look at their best behavior during dating, then bring it down several notches. Would you be comfortable, happy, satisfied, or safe marrying such a person? If the answer is 'no', don't marry that person. You are only asking for trouble.! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |