The top 10 Reasons for Divorce:

 

10.difference in priorities

9.religious differences

8.Parental responsibilities

7.Finances

6.sexual incompatibility

5.addictions

4.social networks, flirting on the internet

3.Marriage infidelity, adultery

2.Physical abuse

1.Lack of communication

 

Some website’s list “do it yourself divorces (DIY)” for the mere price of R890 and R150 rand for the sheriff. There is a total disrespect for the sanctity of marriage, a total ignoring of God’s original design for marriage. And a solid marriage is grounded upon God’s original design for marriage

What does God’s have to say on this matter?

 

Historical Background

Jesus had been preparing His disciples for his own death and resurrection and was teaching them discipleship they needed as they would makes disciples of the nations.

These lessons included teaching on:

• The gospel
• Cost of being a disciple
• The importance of faith
• The importance of humility
• Radical discipleship:
  • Not causing others to sin
  • Eradicating whatever causes you to sin
  • Total dedication
  • The influence of a disciple

 

And as Jesus moved to towards Jerusalem, he taught a lesson on Marriage and divorce. Marriage is a witness of Christ relationship to the church. The marriages of Disciples of Christ have to be a witness of God’s character, and Christ relationship to His body to the world.

As creation declares the glory of God, so should marriages. Mark’s readers facing severe persecution would have had severe pressure upon their marriages. Was divorce an easy option?

Tradition teaches us that Peter’s wife was crucified first and then he was crucified head downwards. Apparently, he had comforted her with the simple words “Remember the Lord.” They set an example of staying together until death do us part.

 

Reading

Mark 10:1-12

 

Proposition

6 Perspectives on Marriage and Divorce That Encourage Marriage Faithfulness:

1. Question about divorce – vv1-2
2. Law about divorce –vv3-4
3. Reason for divorce – vv5
4. God’s purpose for marriage – vv6-8
5. God’s command about marriage – vv9
6. God’s’ perspective on divorce and remarriage – vv10-12

See  also these other sermons:

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3