Until Death Do Us Part

Marriage is the God-designed plan for a man and woman to be together as one- complete. Marriage is and always has been God's plan. He created the marriage and its bounds for specific purposes. Marriage first and foremost symbolizes the very relationship, oneness, that we have with Christ. It is the representation of the covenant that cannot be broken between God and mankind. Marriage is also a symbol and a test of faithfulness. God has some guidelines regarding marriage- the roles for both man and woman.

Recently, in a news story, I was privy to some of society's view on marriage: "Domestic relationship are the best partnerships to enter in to. You have the freedom to leave when and if necessary." "Marriage ties you down." "You should explore your sexuality with many people."

Why is it that society is so against God's plan of marriage? Is this a representation of our incapability to remain faithful in order to fulfill the very core of our selfish nature? The attitude of "I can do what I want- when I want to..." is a freedom that carries with it massive weight and sin.

I believe that God set up marriage as a means to glorify Him. Proverbs tells us that a man who finds a good wife- finds a good thing. The Designer knew exactly how His design functioned. The boundaries of marriage help us stay true to who and what God intended us to be since the beginning of time.

Society selfishly examines how she feels about topics such as marriage before considering the intent and purpose behind it from the Creator of all things.

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