Divorce is a growing problem in America. The casual attitude of divorce in the secular world is spilling over into the church, where the statistics are only slightly lower. Marriage is no longer until death parts, but until unhappiness ensues. Consider the following statistics from the US Census Bureau:
In 1920, there was 1 divorce for every 7 marriages. That is 14%.
In 1940, there was 1 divorce for every 6 marriages. That is 17%.
In 1960, there was 1 divorce for every 4 marriages. That is 25%.
In 1972, there was 1 divorce for every 3 marriages. That is 33%.
In 1977, there was 1 divorce for every 2 marriages. That is 50%.
Of course, the divorce rate has stayed around 50% since the 70’s, but has recently exceeded that.
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Meiyen asked me to address the issue of divorce and discuss what is acceptable and what is not acceptable within the church. I’m not a theologian, but I am a student of God’s word. These answers are not the rule for every church, but hopefully we can knowledgeably discuss this topic in grace.
God is not the Law Master who wants to arm-bar us into submission. He is loving and forgiving. However, let’s be biblically aware of some guidelines to possibly frame a discussion around:
1. What if a person was an unbeliever when he got divorced for an unbiblical reason, but now is a Christian? If reconciliation is an option, seek it out. However, if the ex-spouse is not a believer, do not remarry (2 Cor. 6:14) or if the ex-spouse is remarried, don’t try to reconcile (Duet. 24:3-4; Mark 10:11-2).
2. What if person was a believer when he got divorced, but the reason was not adultery or abandonment and now wants to remarry someone different? If you initiated the divorce, uh, er–read Matthew 19:9. I didn’t say it, Jesus did. However, if reconciliation with original spouse is sought with a confession of sin, that’s the best option. If you were the one left by a believing spouse who didn’t want to reconcile, Stella, go get your groove back!
3. What if a person was a believer when he got divorced, but the reason was not adultery or abandonment, and remarried? Is he is sin? Depending on the circumstances, he may be. But he should confess his sin to the Lord and spouse and seek forgiveness from the original spouse and then he should stay married and be the best husband (or wife) he can be.
Can anyone add to the discussion? What are your views or opinions? Are they backed by scripture?
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