Aug 16, 2016 given your outspoken position on divorce and remarriage, we get a lot of questions in the inbox on this front. Carefully organized, thoroughly researched, and very well written. Remarriage after a divorce may be an option in some circumstances, but that does not mean it is the only option. Combining a high view of marriage, compassion, and biblical authority, tony evans gives invaluable insight into divorce and remarriage as he explores reallife fears and questions by looking at the issue from gods vantage point, not from our emotional one. Readers of this paper should be sure to consult the official position paper of the council of deacons of bethlehem baptist church entitled, a statement on divorce and remarriage in the life of bethlehem baptist church. Divorce and remarriage sword of the lord ministries.
Divorce and remarriage introduction gateway church. David pawson teaching trust 2019 in this short video david pawson introduces his book remarriage is adultery unless. It outlines the word of god in these matters and i completely agree with its contents. However, god recognizes that divorce will occur, even.
Jul 01, 2002 i just finished your book divorce and remarriage and think it is the best on that subject that i have found. One of the most controversial topics among baptists today is the subject of marriage, divorce, and remarriage. In recent years, the conservative columnist has divorced, remarried. This is the best book i have read about divorce and remarriage from a christian biblical perspective. Marriage, divorce, and remarriage in the bible book. Divorce and remarriage for any reason during the discussion of such delicate topics, emotions can run high. It will also explain how we arrived at this juncture and give a clear distinction regarding the secular and christian worldviews on this vital subject. But i thought i could endorse the book anyway because there is so much excellent material in it. Before we even begin to answer this question, let us reiterate, god hates divorce malachi 2. He hates it because it always involves unfaithfulness to the solemn covenant of marriage that two partners have entered into before him, and because it brings harmful consequences to those partners and their children mal. Divorce and remarriage facts with 9 out of 10 americans getting married at some point in their life, it seems like a good idea to get married. The bible on divorce and remarriage book michael pearl. Carl laney argues that the bible indicates that marriages are always intended to be permanent, that there is never a need for divorce and that remarriage is never permissible after divorce. What does the bible say about divorce and remarriage.
While there are many good resources for a person to read which give insight to this prominent problem, the lord dealt with me to add another one to. This book breaks down gods truth regarding marriage, divorce and remarriage. That document, dated may 2, 1989, represents the position on divorce and remarriage that will guide the church in matters of membership and discipline. Adams, marriage, divorce and remarriage in the bible, zondervan, 1986. Aristotle taught that there is a greater evil in habitual sin than in a single lapse accompanied by the sting of remorse. Divorce and remarriage introduction we believe that god instituted marriage as an earthly picture of christs relationship with the church ephesians 5. Some individuals are more likely to remarry than others. Bible principles and biblical counseling for divorce. Tozer david pawson 2019 and streamed with permission of the david pawson teachi. Not everyone who appeals to scripture agrees on how we should understand what it says about divorce and remarriage. The bible on marriage, divorce and remarriagenook book. Gola explains that god does not want people to suffer through loveless and sometimes hateful marriages. They were living souls, brooks writes in his new book, the second.
Although there have been quite a few christian books addressing marriage, divorce, and remarriage in recent years, jims book is set apart in a couple of ways. Eleven reasons why i believe all remarriage after divorce is prohibited while both spouses are alive. Paul is often quoted, or possibly, often misquoted when it comes to divorce, marriage, remarriage, and celibacy. My own view of divorce and remarriage is expressed well in the article on marriage, divorce, and remarriage in the esv study bible pp. Gender differences in separation, divorce, and remarriage by volgy, sandra s and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Given your outspoken position on divorce and remarriage, we get a lot of questions in the inbox on this front. Although there have been quite a few christian books addressing marriage, divorce, and remarriage in recent years, jims book is set apart in a. Later in the book we will examine pauls entire chapter. Divorce and remarriage by robert spaemann articles. A husband or wife may dissolve a marriage for almost any grounds and remarry, regardless of the will of their spouse. Divorce and remarriage have become common as civil law allows nofault divorce. For now, i would like to continue our theme of the permanency of marriage.
Jan 01, 2003 this book will walk pastors, ministers, and church members through an easily understood framework within which to attempt a biblical practice of divorce and remarriage. Read about christian divorce and remarriage including advice and help from a christian perspective. I wholeheartedly recommend rubel shellys book as the most faithful, courageous and practical book on the topic i have ever read. There are financial benefits and married couples are traditionally happier and more economically stable than their single, divorced, or separated counterparts, but once divorce happens once, it isnt. The church of ireland is part of the worldwide anglican communion which has 70 million members in 164 countries. Pauls primary treatment of these topics is centered in 1 corinthians 7. Jan 02, 2020 remarriage after a divorce may be an option in some circumstances, but that does not mean it is the only option. The bible makes it abundantly clear that god hates divorce malachi 2. Hutson presents not what he thinks or others believe, but what the bible teaches on the subject of divorce and remarriage.
It also speaks to the wounded spouse and provides words of encouragement, advice and healing. I see that you endorsed john pipers book, this momentary. Exploring reallife issues and questions, evans reveals three biblical purposes of marriage, the importance of a covenantal relationship, the power of forgiveness, and more. Through an examination of biblical relationships, mcgee rediscovers the great timeless principles of a successful marriage. Introducing marriage, divorce, and remarriage, a new book by dr. An ebook reader can be a software application for use on a computer such as microsofts free reader application, or a booksized computer that is used solely as a reading device such as nuvomedias rocket ebook. In remarriage the marriage vow that a man and woman make, does not nullify what jesus said that whoever marries a divorced person commits adultery. Numerous sermons have been preached and literature published addressing the subject.
While not everyone will agree at every point, it is certainly worthwhile to wrestle with the scriptures he cites on these difficult issues. One of the most tragic things happening in america today is the general acceptance and easy availability of divorce. An excellent book on marriage, divorce and remarriage, covering such topics as what the early christians said about marriage, why god is serious about marriage, compassion, church discipline, and others. Admittedly, those steeped in traditional understandings of this issue will be hard pressed to change their convictions soon upon reading this book. Learn divorce remarriage with free interactive flashcards. Adultery is a case in point, especially when it leads to new, legally sanctioned arrangementsremarriagethat are almost impossible to undo without great pain and effort. Endorsements i am aware of no resource on marriage that is as comprehensive and yet as accessible as this book. Divorce for the sin of porneia with allowance for remarriage 4. The elders have prayerfully considered this critical issue facing the church, and this document is a reflection of their findings. Told from a young boys point of view, this book addresses many questions that children may have while adjusting to remarriage and jointcustody situations. In fact, the purpose for a biblical divorce is to make clear that the faithful partner is free to remarry, but only in the lord rom. In this book, four authors present their distinct perspectives. Now to solidify in our minds the absoluteness of this principle i want you to go to another old testament passage, its the last book of the old testament the book of malachi, and its chapter 2 and verse 14, a fascinating text, malachi 2 and verse 14, and in this text god reiterates his view of marriage and divorce. The one thing that god says ends a marriage is the death of a spouse.
Divorce, remarriage, and honoring god desiring god. Hagin also brings clarity and understanding to the common misconceptions that have permeated the church regarding this subject. Choose from 168 different sets of divorce remarriage flashcards on quizlet. We also believe that he created marriage to be the foundation of a strong church and stable society. Carl laney argues that the bible indicates that marriages are always intended to be permanent, that there is never a need for divorce and that remarriage is never. Regulations for the remarriage of divorced persons church of ireland. Oct, 2011 ebook is an electronic version of a traditional print book this can be read by using a personal computer or by using an ebook reader. So then if, while her husband liveth, she be married to another man, she shall be called an adulteress.
After all, few of us are untouched by issues related to divorce and remarriage. But this universal marriage law is the basis of jesus law about divorce and remarriage. May 22, 2017 divorce and remarriage facts with 9 out of 10 americans getting married at some point in their life, it seems like a good idea to get married. A bible study on marriage as according to god, grounds for divorce and remarriage. Scotty smith, founding pastor, christ community church, franklin, tennessee. If the original law was universal in application to all people, and if that law is the basis of jesus law of divorce and remarriage, it must have the same universal application. Dear pastor john, i read your long article about divorce and remarriage and agreed all along. The marriage vow cannot nullify the sin of adultery in remarriage. Tozer david pawson 2019 and streamed with permission of. Divorce and remarriage for any reason during the discussion of. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Book historically, christians have been divided on the issue of divorce and remarriage. The book succeeds at being exactly what the author wanted it to be. Book and internet resources on divorce and remarriage. In a world where people can easily get a divorce, it often seems that ending a marriage is the only option. Divorce and remarriage remnant stance on divorce and remarriage. It is a valuable resource for the pastor, counselor, church leader, and others who are struggling to understand and apply scriptural principles to the problems of divorce and remarriage. The pain, confusion, and frustration most people experience after a divorce are surely part of the reason that god hates divorce.
The purpose of this book is to expose, in a nonjudgmental way, where the church is today in dealing with the divorce and remarriage issue. Near the end you restated that only god can end a marriage. A politically incorrect view of marriage, divorce, and remarriage in todays church weldon langfield 4. Divorce for the sin of porneia but no allowance for remarriage 3. Many institutions and theologies are on the side that it is adultery to remarry while ones former spouse is still alive. The church have over emphasisied divorce as being wrong and this has put many christians into a dilemma. Apr 15, 2016 the one thing that god says ends a marriage is the death of a spouse. Hagin offers comfort and help from the word of god concerning issues related to marriage, divorce, and remarriage.
Divorce and remarriage 9780802408518 by tony evans. Divorce and remarriage kindle edition this book by dr. Remarriage is a marriage that takes place after a previous marital union has ended, as through divorce or widowhood. The result is that many people marry without considering the teaching of the bible.
Evans was just so very enlightening, i am so glad that i read it and i recommend it to everyone. Vernon mcgee presents easytounderstand principles from gods word for engaged and married couples as well as those who are still single but looking. Divorce and remarriage grace chapel page 1 of 4 may 20, 1999 this document represents a statement of grace chapel regarding divorce and remarriage and how this issue relates to grace chapel church leadership. Adams presents a biblical theology of marriage, divorce, and remarriage in this book. Remarriage is permitted for the faithful partner only when the divorce was on biblical grounds. Also, he gives helpful recommendations on how to present truth with grace.
You do not have to pick a side to the exclusion of the other. Seen through the character of god and the mind of jesus, has been out for a short time now. Popular marriage divorce books meet your next favorite book. Let us turn our attention to the word of god and allow this book to guide us in understanding the matter of divorce and remarriage.