Re-marrying a sin?

[freyasfav]

I'm looking for the particular verse, but in the New Testament, Paul stated that divorce-if necessary can be done. I THINK I recall a command not to marry again. I'm looking back through ACTs, Corinthians, ephesians, etc. Would this still apply in this culture? I understand we shouldn't marry indiscrimenantly or take such a covenant lightly, but wouldn't this be one of the few changes based on culture? Interaction between the sexes is so complete now, if one divorced, how does he stifle his feelings when he meets a woman later. Moreover, didn't Paul recommend that while best not to marry, if one couldn't guarantee control over lust he should marry to stay from sin(1stCorinthians 7:1-2). Why wouldn't this apply to one after a failed marriage. If a battered wife left her husband she is to forfeit relationships henceforth. I believe this was not a sin issue, but a decree to prevent those seeking sinful things from escaping the covenant-just to create another w/ a more desirable girl(or any other foul intent in divorce). I would appreciate any answers to this question as I've been taught there is no context in any issue of what makes for sin. Were they right?

[Mezuzas]

Paul recommended that for those who hadn't been married before.

Jesus said that if you divorce and remarry you commit adultery.

I left my ex due to violence. It's taken some time, but I finally accepted what Jesus said and have cut men out in that capacity.

[AnotherOldGuy]

Paul stated that divorce-if necessary can be done.
That's not what he said. He said that if an unbelieving spouse leaves, then the believer is no longer bound in the marriage.


I THINK I recall a command not to marry again.
No, that was a suggestion.


but wouldn't this be one of the few changes based on culture?
No. In our culture, we choose our spouse. We have to endure the consequences.

In biblical cultures, the wife was chosen for the son. Romance and feelings were not a required part of the relationship, but still the marriage commitments were to be honored.


I would appreciate any answers to this question as I've been taught there is no context in any issue of what makes for sin.
(Mat 5:32) "But I say to you that whoever divorces his wife for any reason except sexual immorality causes her to commit adultery; and whoever marries a woman who is divorced commits adultery.



Jesus said that if you divorce and remarry you commit adultery.

I left my ex due to violence. It's taken some time, but I finally accepted what Jesus said and have cut men out in that capacity.
Very honorable. But...

If your ex has remarried or been unfaithful to your marriage vows, I would suggest that you are no longer bound as Jesus said that adultery was a valid (but not mandatory) reason for divorce.

[Biblenuggetlady]

http://www.gracethrufaith.com/ask-a-bible-teacher/does-god-allwow-for-re-marriage

Does God Allow For Re-Marriage?
Ask a Bible Teacher

Q. Does god allow for re-marriage for any reason after a divorce? Is Matt19:9 a loophole people use?

A. The Jews taught that a man could divorce his wife for doing anything that displeased him, without consequence. "Any and every reason," they said. Jesus explained that they were in error, and that marital unfaithfulness was the only acceptable reason for divorce. He stressed that divorcing for any other reason is a sin.

In Matt. 19:9 Jesus confirmed what He had said earlier in Matt. 5:32 that marital unfaithfulness is the only reason for divorce that doesn't constitute a sin. If that's the case, then simple logic tells us that the aggrieved party is free to re-marry.

But it's good to remember that God is also an advocate of second chances. His mercies are new every morning, after all. (Lamentations 3:22-23) When we confess our sins, we are forgiven and the slate is wiped clean. We're purified from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9) Divorce is a sin, but it's no different than any other sin. Those who confess their sins to God in humility and sincerity can be forgiven to begin anew.

There are a few more articles at: http://www.gracethrufaith.com/search?SearchableText=divorce+and+remarriage

I hope these help, but am closing this thread as they always sprial into divorce being the only unpardinable sin. :pray