October 15, 2024
671// Is Divorce A Sin? The Answer May Surprise You
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671// Is Divorce A Sin? The Answer May Surprise You In this episode, we dive into Mark 10:1-16, where Jesus addresses the difficult topic of divorce, marriage, and what it means to approach the Kingdom of God like a child. In response to the Pharisees' trap regarding the legality of divorce, Jesus challenges the very foundation of their question by focusing on God’s original intent for marriage. He also emphasizes the importance of caring for children, showing that the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are dependent, humble, and trusting. We explore the heart issues behind broken relationships and how the hardness of the heart contributes to the breakdown of marriages. While divorce is often a painful reality, we focus on God’s grace and healing for those who have experienced it, especially when divorce is not their choice. We also discuss the importance of approaching the Kingdom of God with a childlike faith—dependent and receptive. Whether you’ve walked through the pain of divorce, know someone who has, or want to understand God’s heart for marriage and children, this episode offers insights into Jesus’ teachings that still resonate today. **Key Points**: - Jesus responds to the Pharisees' question about divorce by redirecting their focus from legalism to God’s original design for marriage. - Divorce, Jesus says, stems from hardness of heart, but God’s grace extends to those who have been hurt by the breakdown of relationships. - Jesus elevates the role of children, emphasizing that the Kingdom of God belongs to those who approach it with humility, dependence, and trust. - The importance of receiving the Kingdom of God "like a child" and the challenge of applying this childlike faith to our adult lives. - Practical reflections on how the church can support those impacted by divorce and strengthen families. CALL TO ACTION: Start down the path of healing today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HEARINGJESUS to receive 10% off your first month. ☆ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON ☆ : patreon.com/HearingJesus If you would like to give to Hearing Jesus and financially support the podcast, you can do so here ! ➤ Give Here _____________________________________________ Connect further with us ! Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/groups/743928930315696 Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/she_hears/ _____________________________________________ Connect further with Rachael ! https://shehears.org Shop Christian Resources ➤ https://shehears.org/resources Coaching/Spiritual Direction ➤ https://shehears.org/coaching _____________________________________________ Show Sponsor Partnership Information: To Sponsor a child through Compassion International ➤ Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, hearing God’s voice, Hearing God, Hearing Jesus, Praying, Pray, God’s Word, Scriptures, God’s Word Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices