Shepherding the Flock: Lesson 23 Divorce
(Cloze test 119)

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What if a home in your congregation is threatened by the ? Through all the world, divorce represents one of the . It is a tragedy because it undermines the home, the . It is doubly tragic in the church, for the is a inaugurated by God and the of Christ’s union with His Church. There lies the reason for Satan’s attack upon marriage.

Only misery follows in its wake: broken homes, bruised and broken hearts, homeless children, delinquent youth, loneliness and tears.

There is only one Scriptural ground for divorce, and that is - Matt. 19:9. That means , probably , with a third party. Even then, divorce is not , it is only in unusual and extreme cases.

Do all you can to having difficulties. Here are some suggestions:

1. Clearly instruct that a “till death breaks it”, Matt. 19:6. In marriage God performs a miracle when two individuals become one person. Only God is permitted to break that union by taking one of the partners in death.

2. If there are children, their welfare should be considered, for .

3. Point out that divorce is a of utter failure.

4. Plead with each partner to , and then with one another. Confession and will restore any marriage.

If a reconciliation takes place, let both husband and wife solemnly for “better or worse, till death do us part”. Encourage them to each other; each needs a great deal of . Assure them that they must continually ask God for a .

Discussion - What are the most important ingredients of a Christian home? What are injurious influences?


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