Marriage is a blessing not a curse

The first relationship that God created in this world is marriage. In Genesis 2:18, the Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone; I will make him a suitable helper.”

God did not give man a mother, sister, brother, or friend, but instead, He created a woman for him. While the relationships with a father, mother, sister, and brother are certainly important and have their own significance, the institution of marriage is regarded as highly pure, significant, and holy in the sight of the Lord.

In the same scripture, God emphasizes that it is not good for man to be alone. However, we see that some of God’s major prophets, such as Elijah, Elisha, Jeremiah, Daniel, and John the Baptist, were unmarried. The Apostle Paul in the New Testament was also single. Why did God allow this?

In God’s eyes, marriage is one of the greatest blessings for man, but for some individuals in the Bible, He required a great sacrifice for them to fulfill their calling. If we carefully examine the lives of these individuals, we find that they experienced profound visions of God, like Daniel, and many were mightily used by Him. Married individuals were also used by God, but those who remain single are given something special to help them live a godly life.

God understands that marriage is a great blessing, but in today’s world, it can often feel like a curse or a frustrating experience.

In Matthew 19:6, it states, “So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, let man not separate.”

Marriage is a covenant relationship ordained by God, not merely a decision made by people. The same God who brings this union together provides the grace needed to maintain it.

Many people do not seek God’s guidance through fasting and prayer before marriage, which can lead to a lack of grace to handle the challenges of married life.

“God-given grace is the essential tool for enjoying a fulfilling married life.”

A husband should read Scripture to understand his duties toward his wife, and likewise, a wife should do the same.

A man is ordained as the head of the family. To lead well, he needs God’s guidance. A woman should be flexible and submissive to her husband, allowing herself to be shaped by his leadership; this requires prayer for the spirit of submission.Ephesian (5:22-23)

“A husband should love his wife, covering her weaknesses and appreciating her beauty. He should never push her towards cosmetic surgery.” Ephesians 5:25

The wife should respect her husband and stand by him during difficult times, such as financial crises.

“Your love should not be based on superficial qualities. If you marry your husband because of his hair or social status, your love may wane when those things change. True love endures all challenges; it should be based on the person, not on external appearances.”

“Love your husband for who he is, and love your wife for who she is, not merely for her beauty”.