What is divorce?
Divorce is a practice whereby married couples decide to be separated in a bid to discontinue or put an abrupt end to their marriage, even while both of them are still alive. Some even drag their spouses to the court of law to get a legal backing, in order to disengage from a marriage that has been contracted.
From the beginning, it was not so. God did not create the woman, Eve, with the intention to be separated from Adam later in the future. She was made out of Adam’s ribs and was meant to be a part of him forever, since it was not mentioned for how long she was to be his helpmate, and vice versa.
Unfortunately, Satan the devil crept into the garden when man was not watchful, sin followed and death was the penalty for sin: Ezek 18:20 The soul that sinneth , it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him. Today, we can see a lot more complications in homes, whereby disagreements of all manners degenerate so fast leading to permanent separation and divorce. Divorce has since become a major cancer ravaging several homes today, thus the need for you to arise and contend for the peace of your family.
Why Divorce?
Sin in its nature cannot, and never will yield positive results. So, when man fell in the Garden of Eden, one of the weapons the devil introduced so as to go against God’s initial plan of family unity is the tool of divorce. Don’t forget that a family where unity is rooted has the strength and full capacity to conquer the challenges of life.
No wonder Jesus laid emphasis on the importance of unity, in John 17:21-22 That they all may be one ; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that they may be one, even as we are one.
Anytime the thought of divorce permeates your heart, discard it like a waste; give no room to the devil in your marriage. You are more than a conqueror; the curse of sin no longer has dominion over your family. No matter the condition, God is still on the throne. All you need to do is to go back to Him in prayers, ask the Holy Spirit to direct you on the steps to take so peace can reign in your heart and home. I encourage you never to give in to the pressure of divorce; there is no situation too hard for God to handle(Jeremiah 32:27).
I pray for you today, because there is yet a balm of healing in Gilead, may the healing virtue flow in your direction today, causing every pain in your life and marriage to dry up from its root, in Jesus’ name. God’s mercy will prevail in your home; you will not be a victim of devil’s onslaught in Jesus mighty name.
Prayerlessness is one of the points of entry in a home, through which the devil releases his missiles. The saying is very true- a family that prays together stays together. When was the last time you and your spouse joined hands together to pray in agreement???
1 Peter 5:8-9 says: Be sober, be vigilant ; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour. Whom resist steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world. The bond of unity is strengthened on the altar of prayer. Now is the time for the Christian home to put in all efforts to steadfastly, consistently and prayerfully resist the evil one.
Wordless living is also a weak point in most families, today. You need to create the time for your family to study the word of God in the home. As you go to church regularly, the fact still remains that you need to share the Word of God in your home regularly.
In the course of counselling couples who resort to divorce, it has been noted that the loophole of not studying the Word together created entrance for the devil in such families. It is too dangerous for you not to have time together with your spouse in your home, whereby you expound and share the word, for your nourishment. Remember a threefold cord is not easily broken. For more emphasis on this truth, Eccl 4:12 says: and if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.
In order to enjoy a hitch-free marriage, you need to be born again. You get born again by confessing your sins and accepting Jesus as your Lord and Saviour. If you are set for it, please say this prayer:
"Lord Jesus, I come to You today, forgive me my sins, wash me in Your precious blood, come and dwell in my heart and be my Lord and personal saviour. Thank You for saving me for I know that I am now born again".
Congratulations and welcome to the family of God. From henceforth, I see a new you emerging, every failure of the past are turned to miracles in your life, and you begin to surmount all the challenges in your study, career, health, and family in Jesus Mighty name. Amen!
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For more insight, these books authored by Pastor Faith Oyedepo are available at the Dominion Bookstores in all Living Faith Churches and other leading Christian Bookstores:
- Building A Successful Family
- Marriage Covenant
GOD BLESS YOU.
