The Bible teaches that God hates divorce and that marriage is a lifelong covenant meant to reflect Christ's relationship with the church.
In Matthew 5:31-32, Jesus emphasizes the sanctity of marriage, stating that anyone who divorces their spouse, except for fornication, causes them to commit adultery. This underscores the seriousness with which God views the marriage covenant. Further, Malachi 2:16 reveals God's aversion to divorce, illustrating that it was never His intention for marriage to end in separation. The imperfection of human relationships due to sin often leads to divorce, but God's design is for marriage to represent the unbreakable bond between Christ and His church, highlighting the beauty and commitment inherent in the covenant of marriage.
Scripture References:
Matthew 5:31-32, Malachi 2:16, Genesis 2:24
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