The Truth About Divorce and the Bible

Was there divorce in the Bible? Yes, but that was not God's desire or intention.

God's original intent was that marriage would last a life time. In Matthew 19:6 you'll find these words "So then, they are no longer two but one flesh; therefore what God has joined together let no man separate."

Also, in the book of Malachi 2:16 it reads " For the Lord God of Israel says that he hates divorce." So, if God hates divorce, and he intended it to be for a life time, what happened?

Here's what happened: In the Old Testament, Moses initiated laws of divorce under certain circumstances. Not because God had changed his mind, but rather because of the sinful hearts of man. God has not, and does not change his mind; he still hates divorce.

"Jesus answered, "Moses allowed you to divorce your wives because you refused to accept God's teaching, but divorce was not allowed in the beginning." Matthew 19:8 New Century Version

Well according to the Word of God, you have sinned.

But listen, God is not a God of rigid laws; He is a God of grace and forgiveness.

So don't panic, the blood of Jesus covers all sin. You will not go to hell if you were divorced for reasons other than those named above.

Repent and ask God to forgive you and He will.

If you are not divorced yet but considering it, do everything you can to prevent divorce. Don't give up on the power of prayer. Don't give up on God too soon.