I have started a new podcast series on the Biblical teaching regarding divorce and remarriage. This was an intensive research project for me that I am finally ready to share. I have already posted a 1-N-Done episode on the topic which summarizes my conclusions. This will be followed by a long series of episodes where I will explore the topic in much more detail. Once I have finished the series, I will publish my research paper as well.
In my experience, few pastors are willing to address this issue from the pulpit because (1) they aren’t certain what the Bible teaches on the matter or (2) because they are afraid it will negatively impact too many people in their congregation. I understand those concerns, but God’s people need to hear what God’s Word has to say on this important and culturally relevant topic. Give it a listen and share it with your friends and family.
You can listen wherever you get your podcasts from, or at https://thinkingtobelieve.buzzsprout.com.
April 4, 2023 at 12:21 pm
TR ………….. i dont disagree with your 2 points but beware you dont make the mistake many do. Jesus isnt saying divorce/remarriage is a sin in all circumstances. He’s saying divorce/remarriage for just any reason is a sin but upholds the exception in the case of “porneia.”
“The original meaning of the Greek word porneia is “to prostitute” or “to sell.” However by the time of the New Testament, porneia had a very broad meaning that included sexual behavior such as prostitution, extramarital sexual intercourse or adultery, paedophilia, promiscuity, homosexuality, lesbianism, incest, premarital sex and bestiality.” so basically anything and everything that would get you stoned to death.
we dont stone the guilty party so the innocent spouse is free to marry but the guilty spouse is not.
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April 4, 2023 at 12:27 pm
Paul, I agree with you that divorce and remarriage is justified in the case of porneia, and that porneia refers to sexual sin more broadly. Check out the podcast for the nuances.
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May 4, 2023 at 1:42 am
Jason, I am pleased to see you are putting that great mind of yours to work on podcasts. I would like to see more videos by you as well. I have locked in on your podcasts site and will be devouring your material there. Thanks for letting God use you brother.
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May 5, 2023 at 1:23 pm
Hi Dan. Thanks for listening. Spread the word! As for video, perhaps someday. It’s much more difficult to do video.
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