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NASB | 1 Corinthians 7:8 ¶ But I say to the unmarried and to widows that it is good for them if they remain even as I. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 7:8 ¶ But I say to the unmarried and to the widows, [that as a practical matter] it is good if they remain [single and entirely devoted to the Lord] as I am. |
Bible Question:
I am personally having a difficult time relating I Cor. 7:7-8 to Gen. 2:18. I Cor. tends to indicate that maybe it is best to remain single. My foundation is in Gen. God instituted marriage BEFORE the fall of man; while everything was still in it's perfect fourm; before the adversary decided to become a living hemorrhoid, God said that it is not good for man to be alone. There was no lust to worry about, no passion to consider. Did something change between Gen. and I Cor.?? And if not, why is it best to remain single?? The CurtMan |
Bible Answer: A living hemorrhoid! Ha, that's a great way of putting it. The others answered your question perfectly. The only thing I would add is that, yes God instituted marriage, but He never COMMANDED anyone to be married. The only arrainged marriage in the Word is Adam and Eve. Everyone else made a choice to be married and to who. Being married IS a good thing, so is being single. Let every man make his decision according to the gift he has been given. It has been a pleasure being able to fellowship with you like this. You seem to be a very humble individual and thirsty for the knowledge of the true Word. Thank you for corresponding with me brother, Yours in Christ, Sal AKA Bronx Hulk |
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