Can I choose to marry someone, and be sinning against God in that?<\/p>\n
" I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for marital unfaithfulness, and marries another woman commits adultery."
The disciples said to him, "If this is the situation between a husband and wife, it is better not to marry."
Jesus replied, "Not everyone can accept this word, but only those to whom it has been given.
For some are eunuchs because they were born that way; others were made that way by men; and others have renounced marriage° because of the kingdom of heaven. The one who can accept this should accept it." -Matthew 19:9-12<\/p>\n
I wonder how someone could be born a eunuch. Maybe they are simply not born with a natural desire for the opposite sex. It seems Jesus has given a plan of action for them too.<\/p>\n
How do you know if you are supposed to be single?<\/p>\n
Why does marriage exist? <\/p>\n
To preserve holiness and purity through irreversible committment.<\/p>\n
When should you be cautious about marrying?<\/p>\n
Is marriage necessary? Not for everyone, some choose permanent abstinence to focus on God's plan alone, not distracted by family responsibilities.<\/p>\n
What should I take care of before marriage?<\/p>\n
How does the world's ideas differ from God's approach to marriage?<\/p>\n
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