When Is A Man And A Woman
Married As Husband And Wife?
The sincerity of a man is found in his statements,
and confirmed by his actions.
Your word is a bond.
By
The Man Who Saw God Face To Face
Raphael Okechukwu Nweze
Meaning
When is a man and a woman considered as married?
Is it after introductory visit for marriage?
Is it after traditional marriage or wedding?
The natives would say after traditional rites.
The churches say after wedding ceremony.
The court says after registration with the local government.
The lawyers say after court wedding.
How can a person pay several times for the same good?
Is this not a clear case of confusion?
Is it not a sign of manipulation?
Is it not an evidence of general foolishness?
Listen, oh children of men.
Hear, you sons and daughters of the nations.
A man and a woman is considered married,
the moment they promise to marry each other.
That is why God is severely opposed to promise and fail.
“Those who engage in promise and fail,” warns the Lord,
“I am waiting for them in heaven.”
They have no share in the kingdom.
“Whoever pledges a vow,” says the Lord, “should fulfill his promise.”
Debtors do not, and cannot, enter the kingdom of God.
Be warned, oh ye men and women of the world.