Jesus on Divorce: God’s Heart for Marriage

24/08/2025 1h 3min Temporada 1 Episodio 4

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Working through Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount, in Matthew 5:31–32, Jesus addresses the issue of divorce, challenging the casual approach of His day and calling His followers to a deeper standard of covenant faithfulness. Far from being harsh, His words reveal God’s protective love for both marriage and for vulnerable spouses who were often discarded and left without hope.In this teaching, Jenna unpacks Jesus’ words with biblical clarity and pastoral care. She explores how marriage reflects the covenant relationship between Christ and His church, why God’s design is for faithfulness, and how grace meets us in the broken places of life. For everyday listeners, this is a call to honor commitments, pursue reconciliation where possible, and walk in God’s mercy when life hasn’t gone as planned.Disclaimer:This episode explores Jesus’ words on divorce in Matthew 5:31–32. It is not intended as condemnation for those who have experienced divorce, but as an invitation to understand God’s heart for covenant love and His grace for every story. We recognize that life is complex and often marked by deep pain, and our prayer is that this teaching brings clarity, hope, and healing in Christ.