Thoughts for Today
Estimates of the divorce rate in the United States range from 35 to 50 percent. Sadly, the rate among Christians does not differ significantly from that of non-Christians. "Although many Christian churches attempt to dissuade congregants from getting a divorce, the research confirmed a finding identified by Barna a decade ago (and further confirmed through tracking studies conducted each year since): born again Christians have the same likelihood of divorce as do non-Christians." 1

God's original plan was that couples should remain married as long as both live (Genesis 2:24-25). Divorce was not God's idea. In fact, He hates divorce--but He loves the divorced person. God's will is for us to make a lifetime commitment to our spouse--and keep it. The reality is that many of us divorce. Sometimes we have no choice. Sometimes we do. If your marriage has ended in divorce and there is no possibility for reconciliation, it is important to seek God's forgiveness for any part you may have played in the breakup. Learn from the past, but put it behind and begin building a new life.