E.g., my husband and I are planning to separate (divorce). I believe divorce is a sin. So I feel awkward sharing Christ with people who know about our divorce.
2006-08-08 06:28:27 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
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2006-08-08 06:31:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
No matter what your situation, you should never be ashamed or troubled or feel awkward, talking about the Lord Jesus Christ. I am sorry that you are going through divorce. It sounds a little to me like you are blaming God for your divorce.
Hon, you keep right on witnessing to people. No one on the face of God's great earth is perfect. Divorce is not the end of the world. I have divorced and I continue to share God, the Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit with everyone. There is nothing that God won't forgive unless you blaspheme the Holy Spirit.
Ask God to forgive you, then take a step forward and be glad that God has given you the ability to witness for Him.
2006-08-16 05:49:27 · answer #2 · answered by whenwhalesfly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a divorced, Christian woman who has married again. I would do anything to go back and NOT divorce him as I had no Biblical grounds for divorce. One friend called and tried to convince me that I was making the wrong choice. I was offended. Now, I take every opportunity to share my prideful choice and maybe keep someone else from making the same mistake. I am able to share the gospel again ONLY because of His grace and many times the divorce is the way I get to have a conversation in the first place. Be sure that your divorce is bathed in prayer and that there is Biblical grounds for your divorce before you sign anything. Christ will redeem His people even if...
2006-08-16 00:50:03 · answer #3 · answered by blazer 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm still in the process of the transformation, but I think you can count me as a relatively new Christian. I've struggled with coming to some personally acceptable understanding of the bible pretty-much my entire life, until recently. I stumbled upon a book that has had a profound impact on my way of thinking about things. In short, reading it has opened my eyes to the story of Jesus' life and what he shared with the world. You might be surprised by this when you read the title of the book, but I recommend that you take a look and judge for yourself. You can see excerpts at Amazon.com. The book is called "The Myth of a Christian Nation" (Gregory Boyd, 2005 Zondervan). Give it a look. I think it addresses your concerns here.
2006-08-16 06:25:05 · answer #4 · answered by considerthis 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you feel that divorce is a sin then why are you getting a divorce? Knowingly engaging in sin destroys your effectiveness as a witness for Christ. Jesus loves you.
2006-08-16 05:53:35 · answer #5 · answered by Preacher 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what commandment forbids divorce? the only prohibition in the ten commandments is againt adultery. Jesus did speak against divorce ( im sure but correct me if im wrong) but if you haven't cheated your clear. if you really feel bothered go to confession just talk about it with your pastor and be forgiven. ANY sin can be forgiven. it's also better to be happy in a healthier relationship then one that makes you miserable. good luck and peace.
PS Jesus wasn't married ( far as we know) so if you haven't walked a mile how can you judge the shoes??? or something like that.
I definately mean no disrespect. peace!
Vin
2006-08-16 06:17:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I have no trouble with witnessing and I am also divorced. Sometimes the marriage just doesn't work out. I don't believe the Lord meant for people to stay in an unhappy marriage. I understand the vows state until death do you part, but couldn't that mean the death of your love or the death of your marriage??? It doesn't specifically state the death of either one of you.
2006-08-16 06:08:09 · answer #7 · answered by I love my husband 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a non Christian, I don't like being told by people who do more "sinful" things than I do that I am going to Hell.
However, in the NT there are a few reasons that it is okay to get a divorce. For example, if your spouse is unfaithful, then divorce is fine. It is also okay to get a divorce if your spouse isn't a Christian as well. (Personally, I think this extends to men who beat their wives because a Christian man shouldn’t be harming his family.)
2006-08-08 06:33:35 · answer #8 · answered by Mrs. Pears 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Divorce is last resort. You may having problem with your mother-in-law or husband. If you have children tolerance will always rewarded. You know your own circumstance.You are a nice lady having conscious. In case circumstances are such that you have no control, early divorce will the in the interest of both.
2006-08-15 17:52:31 · answer #9 · answered by snashraf 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i understand where u are coming from, it can be hard to over come that..but what you need to do is ask god for help. u see, i just got into trouble for talking to my brothers soon to be ex-wife, like about 10 min ago..and i feel like i did a bad thing, but really i didnt, all i did was try to wittness to her...all i said was that no matter what she did or does...(cheated)..i will always love her, for she will always be a part of my little family. so i know it can be hard to witness to someone after u feel as though you've sinned. as long as u are divorceing for a reason meaningful
2006-08-08 06:39:41 · answer #10 · answered by i will be your friend! 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The subject of divorce is a touchy one in most Christian circles... there would need to be more detail of the marrage to determin the Biblical position.
As to sharing The Good News and offering a testimony... yes indeed sin can weaken ones ministry... happens to all of The Christian Faith from time to time... rededication through prayer and study and fellowship will restore the needed connections in time... God will not forsake you for any sin you repent of as He proscribes...
I do hope you have good Christian councel in all of your concerns. I will pray for you on this.
2006-08-08 06:38:33 · answer #11 · answered by IdahoMike 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋