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We get back into our Matthew thematic study with Jesus attacking a subject that the people of His day and our day are interested in. What subject? Marriage and Divorce. I have been asked many of the same questions concerning His words in this chapter over the years. So I will attempt to give Biblical answers to pertinent questions concerning this sensitive subject. Don’t miss it.

Divorce and Remarriage

Matthew 5:31-32

1. ________________________ is the only reason for divorce

Applications...

*Divorce should not be the first thing we think about when our spouse ________________________

*To divorce one person to be with another person is ________________________

*Submit the ________________________to the Holy Spirit to avoid divorce

2. Jesus is defending __________________________

John 8:1-11

3. Jesus offers forgiveness and ________________________

Divorce and remarriage. One of the most difficult and sensitive topics to talk about. We cover only two verses so there is no long text to read. So, let’s begin a different way this week. Before we dig into divorce let’s look at marriage. Read Genesis 2:18-25. How many different “foundational” marriage truths can you find when God begins the institution of marriage? 

1. What do you think the cause is of so many divorces today? Explain

2. If you are married, what would be your advice to couples for a long-lasting marriage? What are your secrets? 

3. Why does Jesus put marriage and divorce right after Matthew 5:27-30? ExplainAnother question: Why does He put marriage right after Matthew 5:23-24? Explain

4. Remember that Jesus is correcting what they have heard and bringing them back to what He says. And He is saying that divorce should not be the first thing on our mind when our spouse frustrates us, which is what was happening back then, and today. With that said, what do you think is the first thing a person should do when they are getting frustrated with their spouse? Explain

5. Quick question. If you listened to the teaching on Sunday, why were Jesus’ words on divorce important for women on that day? AND what does that tell you about Jesus? 

6. Now think. You might one day run into a marriage that is fractured due to infidelity, BUT through all the pain, they want to try to redeem it. Write down the steps you think they should take and share that with your group to create a wise roadmap to healing a broken marriage.