Marry Only In The Lord ?

[Bible Speaks]

"A wife is bound as long as her husband is alive.But if her husband should fall asleep in death, she is free to be married to whomever she wants, only in the Lord." (Matthew 7:39)

Marry “Only in theLord”—Still Realistic?

“I cannot find a mate within the congregation, and I am afraid of growing old alone.”

“Some men in the world are kind, lovable, and thoughtful. They are not opposed to my religion, and they seem to be more interesting than some brothers.”

WHY SOME HAVE DOUBTS

Those who make such comments may feel that there is an imbalance in the number of eligible brothers and sisters. In many countries, that is indeed the case. Consider two examples: In Korea, on average, out of 100 single Witnesses, 57 are sisters and 43 are brothers. Colombia reports that 66 percent of the Witnesses are sisters and 34 percent are brothers.

CONFIDENCE IN JEHOVAH ESSENTIAL

If you have ever entertained such thoughts, rest assured that Jehovah is aware of your situation. Indeed, he knows how you feel about the matter.—2 Chron. 6:29, 30.

Still, Jehovah has set out in his Word the direction to marry only in the Lord. Why? Because he knows what is good for his people. Not only does he want to safeguard his servants from the pain resulting from pursuing an unwise course but he also wants them to be happy. In Nehemiah’s day when many Jews were marrying foreigners who did not worship Jehovah, Nehemiah referred to the bad example of Solomon. Although Solomon “was loved by his God, . . . the foreign wives caused even him to sin.” (Neh. 13:23-26) So for thegood of his servants, God has directed us to marry only true worshippers. (Ps. 19:7-10; Isa. 48:17, 18) 

True Christians are grateful for God’s loving care and rely on his direction. By thus submitting themselves to him as Ruler, they recognize him as the Universal Sovereign.—Prov. 1:5.

You surely want to avoid becoming “unevenly yoked” with someone who could take you away from God. (2 Cor. 6:14) Many Christians today have obeyed God’s time-proven protective directive and have come to realize that they have taken the wise course. But some have chosen to do otherwise.

Yes, marrying “only in the Lord” is still realistic. Obeying that direction can help you to honor Jehovah and reap lasting satisfaction. The Bible says: “Happy is the man who fears Jehovah, who takes great pleasure in his commandments. Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness continues forever.” (Ps. 112:1, 3) So be determined to stick to thedivine commandment to marry “only in theLord.”

http://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2015208?q=marry+only+in+the+lord&p=par

[Queen Esther]

Thats right yes !  But  I married before knowing Jehovah....  I've alot luck with my husband,  he is wonderful to me,  but  no brother, sorry   But  ONLY  Jehovah can see into the hearts and  I have big hope !  Jehovah IS love❤️  HIS  decision will be right.  I trust of Jehovah,  in  ALL things     ?❤️?

[Blanchie DeGrate]

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[Queen Esther]

10 minutes ago, Blanchie DeGrate said:

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*DANKE*   my  dear  Blanchie ❤  I  know  your  thoughts,  Jehovah  will  bring  peace...

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[Blanchie DeGrate]

Yes He will Anke and our thoughts are very similar........for sure ???

[Queen Esther]

15 minutes ago, Blanchie DeGrate said:

Yes He will Anke and our thoughts are very similar........for sure ???

Danke,  my  dear  Sister ❤  You  are  one  of  the  less  Sisters,  showing  real  love  here

We  are  working  good  together,  hahaha

[Bible Speaks]

13 hours ago, Blanchie DeGrate said:

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Thank you @Blanchie DeGrate Jehovah's Blessings! ????