What do you believe about religious divorce? **read carefully please**?

Question

So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate." (MT 19:6)

it appears here that only God can separate the married couple.. so what of religious divorce?

I am not referring to Catholicism.. or Judaism.. but proper interpretation.

a husband and wife are one before God-- for a divorce to be proper, they must be separated by God himself. how do you believe that should occur? what are your thoughts of this?

I'm not married.

lol.

Just asking a question.

why can't you just answer the question and stop trying to save a marriage that doesn't even exist?

Answer 1

(1) You could also argue that some relationships "man" has joined, not God. So they can be divorced on the same grounds.

(2) Since God represents truth, love, wisdom and life; if people decide to separate, but have made the decision harmoniously and civilly by agreement in the spirit of truth, love, and respect for each other, and not out of spite, anger, ill will or otherwise unresolved issue, I believe that is God's will. If they are divorcing due to unreconciled conflict, I believe all conflicts should be fully resolved first, so they make the decision as friends in agreement, and not as enemies. If they are not at peace and in agreement, God's truth is not fully established yet, which should be done first so the relationship remain consistent with God's will and purpose.

(3) Ultimately, the same way I believe people should marry when they are in love and have full support of their families, friends and community/church, they should only divorce if they are in love with other people, and likewise, have full support of their families, friends and community/church. (At the very least, if people agree mutually before they go from friendship to an exclusive romantic relationship, I believe they should agree mutually before they go back to being friends or start dating other people. I think that should be part of the contract.)

The way it was explained to me, is that since people live longer these days, and may go through several stages in life that require different partners, it may be God's will for them to marry different partners at different stages in life. If so, there should be no contention but natural progression, such as graduating from high school, to go to college, and for some, finishing graduate school. Each graduation is a positive step that is celebrated, not a negative life change as divorce is viewed.

(4) If you mean why isn't there a ceremony for divorce the same way there is one for marriage, I did go to a "divorce party" where a couple decided it was a positive thing they were growing in new directions, even though not together. So they invited close friends and neighbors, had a garage sale, and a potluck, and made a positive event of it to mark this change in life.

Instead of making a ceremony out of divorce, I would rather establish a regular procedure by which people reconcile their conflicts, and celebrate making peace no matter what the outcome (see Matthew 18:15-20). Whether the resulting agreement is, whether they remain together or part ways, the successful conclusion of their mediation that preserves their love and respect for each other, is indeed a cause for celebration.

Answer 2

If you dont focus so much on the exact wording and look @ the text in general, Jesus is simply pointing out that things like divorce and slavery are NOT what God had intended. But because of how people are, he had to make provisions for them. We're not exactly positive theologically what Jesus was exactly talking about. But I can say this, there are a few other things that can seprate a couple like death and adultry. (neither of which are from God)

In general though the Scriptures have a clear teaching on the matter. You can only divorce if the other was unfaithful. On a personal note, I would grant exception to perhaps some other extreme rare circumstance such as abandonment or the threat of deadly force. But that is just my opinion, it is not in the Bible but I think it goes without saying.

Answer 3

When Jehovah united Adam and Eve in wedlock, he made no provision for divorce. Jesus Christ made this clear when answering the Pharisees’ question: “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife on every sort of ground?” Christ showed that God purposed for man to leave his father and his mother and stick to his wife, the two becoming one flesh. Then Jesus added: “So that they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has yoked together let no man put apart.” (Mt 19:3-6; compare Ge 2:22-24.

Jesus Christ, in his Sermon on the Mount, stated: “Moreover it was said, ‘Whoever divorces his wife, let him give her a certificate of divorce.’ However, I say to you that everyone divorcing his wife, except on account of fornication, makes her a subject for adultery, and whoever marries a divorced woman commits adultery.” (Mt 5:31, 32)
Also, after telling the Pharisees that the Mosaic concession of divorcing their wives was not the arrangement that had prevailed “from the beginning,” Jesus said: “I say to you that whoever divorces his wife, except on the ground of fornication, and marries another commits adultery.” (Mt 19:8, 9)

The term “fornication” is a rendering of the Greek word por·nei′a and includes all forms of illicit sexual relations outside of Scriptural marriage. Hence, Jesus’ words at Matthew 5:32 and 19:9 mean that the only divorce ground that actually severs the marriage bond is por·nei′a on the part of one’s marriage mate. The follower of Christ may avail himself of that divorce provision if that is his desire, and such a divorce would free him to marry an eligible Christian.—1Co 7:39.

Answer 4

When a man and woman get married in the presence of God they become one flesh . "God hates divorce" so why will He seperate them?

Matthew 19:7-9 (New International Version)

7"Why then," they asked, "did Moses command that a man give his wife a certificate of divorce and send her away?"

8Jesus replied, "Moses permitted you to divorce your wives because your hearts were hard. But it was not this way from the beginning. 9.I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for marital unfaithfulness, and marries another woman commits adultery."



However, if one of the couple is unfaithful i.e if he or she acts indifferent to the promises they made to each other before God and wants leave , let him or her leave and the other spouse becomes free .

1 Corinthians 7:15 (New International Version)


15But if the unbeliever leaves, let him do so. A believing man or woman is not bound in such circumstances; God has called us to live in peace.

Answer 5

Well, first you have to be married by God in order for him to recognize that you are one. You cannot merely go and get married in a church or get a legal marriage, you must be eternally sealed to your spouse in order to be together in the afterlife and for him to recognize you are together. In order for this kind of marriage to end, you need to have the proper authority help you. Try to work out problems if you can, don't get divorced if you don't really have to.

In “The Family: A Proclamation to the World,” the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles “solemnly proclaim that marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God and that the family is central to the Creator’s plan for the eternal destiny of His children” (see page 59 in this book). Despite these truths, divorce has become commonplace in many societies and has increased even among Church members. This growing plague is not of God, but rather is the work of the adversary.

Each married couple should work together to be worthy of the blessings of eternal marriage. If you are married and you and your spouse are experiencing difficulties, remember that the remedy for most marriage stress is not in divorce or separation. The remedy is found in the gospel of Jesus Christ—in repentance, forgiveness, integrity, and love. It is found in treating your spouse as you would like to be treated (see Matthew 7:12). As you work to resolve difficulties, you may want to go together to seek counsel from your bishop or branch president.

Answer 6

The bible is very clear about God's opinion of divorce: He hates it.

I believe the bible also teaches that in marriage a man and a woman are bound to each other until "death do them part". If the spouse dies, then it is permissable to remarry.

But it is important to understand that divorce is only a result of adultery. Adultery, not divorce, is one of the "thou shalt not" ten commandments.

Answer 7

The scriptural basis for divorce is only given as a result of the hardness of our hearts, according to the Bible. The only acceptable reason which allows for the innocent party to be free again is adultery.

Answer 8

I guess if humans can make up a marriage ceremony and claim it ordained by god, we should be able to do the same thing with divorce.

Yet another reason I'm glad not to be a believer -- I can't imagine having stayed in my loveless, abusive marriage because I thought god said I had to.

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Answer 9

Stop trying to weasle your way out of a marriage. You made your bed now sleep in it (with your woman)!

Answer 10

I think God can make some exceptions.