Each couple understood the origin of the marriage relationship is found in Genesis 2. It was created by God, between one man and one woman, on the sixth day of history. When forming man from the dust of the earth, it was the Lord’s desire that we not be alone. The man was in need of a helper, but not because of a weakness or distressful need. Rather this helper, woman, was to complete the man. There was equality in the Lord’s sight between the man and woman in image-bearing and importance, yet each with different roles and responsibilities in the marriage family.

     Today this very important Biblical fact is under attack. It is often conveyed that marriage can be with whomever we desire, male or female. Many states already have or are in the process of defining marriage to include homosexual couples, so to allow “legal marriage” for them with all the rights and benefits therein. These states may think they have the power to define marriage, but in reality the Lord is the only one who binds in marriage. Otherwise marriage becomes, quite simply, a man-made relationship for self-interest. Without the understanding that it is not our license, rings, vows or kiss that bind us in marriage but rather it is the Lord, we are just entering into a contract with limitations and expirations. The true blessing and fulfillment in marriage comes from the Lord binding a couple together for life, and it is why “man cannot not separate them”. It is truly a divine union that has its origins in Genesis.

     To all of our supporters and readers with many decades of marriage, please share often with the younger generation all the Lord is teaching you daily about each other and Him. Blessings to you and your families! May the Lord continue to bind you together closer day after day as you seek Him while LOOKING UP.