“He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord” (Proverbs 18:22).
The holy state of matrimony was gifted to humanity as a personal blessing from God (Gen. 2:18-25). When God led His daughter Eve, gave her to Adam with His blessing, and then joined them together in wedlock it was good. Very good.
The institution of marriage today remains good. Very good, provided the divine pattern is followed precisely. Marriage remains honorable and ought to be held in honor among all. Therefore…
- When a man leaves his father and mother and cleaves to his wife, it is a good thing.
- The marriage bed ought to never be defiled by fornication or adultery.
- A husband ought to dwell with his wife with understanding, respect, and honor.
- Husbands are to love their wives just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself for her.
Many rich and profound blessings are inherent in marriage. God’s favor is poured out on all those who follow His pattern for marriage circumspectly.
