After Divorce Recovery: When I Think of Grace, I Think of Mercy and Remarriage

By Bill Vincent

This book is being released because God has been encouraging me to release healing through this book for a long time. Many Christian views consider divorce to be unforgivable. This book has been in the works for a long time. This book is for everyone who want to know God's heart on the subject of divorce and remarriage, not just divorced people. Before we begin, I want you to understand that God despises divorce and that we should never divorce the person we once loved on the spur of the moment. We'll cover a lot of ground, so as you read LIFE AFTER DIVORCE, may you gain revelation for yourself and may it set you free.
 
What does God and the Bible have to say about divorce and remarriage? God does not want us to be limited by men's erroneous traditions, thus this book provides information to assist anyone seeking solutions. God's top concern is still the repair of broken marriages. We'll also learn how to overcome negative emotions like grief, anger, sadness, bitterness, unforgiveness, and rejection with the help of the Lord, so we can live the happy, fruitful, and rich lives that God wishes for all of his children!
 

• Language: English
• Publisher: RWG Publishing
• Release date: Mar 3, 2022
• ISBN: 9791221352535

Bill Vincent

Diving deep into the realms of spiritual awakening, Bill Vincent embodies a connection with the Supernatural that spans over three decades. With a robust prophetic anointing, he has dedicated his life to ministry, serving as a guiding light and a pillar of strength in Revival Waves of Glory Ministries.Bill Vincent is not just a Minister but a prolific Author, contributing to the spiritual enlightenment of many through his diverse range of writings and teachings. His work encompasses themes of deliverance, fostering the presence of God, and shaping Apostolic, cutting-edge Church structure. His insights are drawn from a wellspring of experience, steeped in Revival, and fine-tuned by a profound Spiritual Sensitivity.In his relentless pursuit of God's Presence and his commitment to sustaining Revival, Bill focuses primarily on inviting divine encounters and maintaining a spiritual atmosphere ripe for transformation. His extensive library of over 125 books serves as a beacon of hope, guiding countless individuals in overcoming the shackles of Satan and embracing the light of God.Revival Waves of Glory Ministries is not your typical church – it’s a prophetic ministry, a sanctuary where the Holy Spirit is given the freedom to move as He wills. Our sermons, a blend of divine wisdom and revelation, can be experienced on Rumble, immersing you in the transformative power of the Word: https://rumble.com/c/revivalwavesofgloryministriesbillvincentFor a deeper exploration into our teachings, visions, and the manifold grace of God, visit https://www.revivalwavesofgloryministries.com/.Embark on a journey of spiritual discovery with Bill Vincent, and let the waves of revival wash over you, unveiling the divine power and boundless love of God!Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-vincent2Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/revivalwavesofgloryministriesbillvincentBe sure to check out our new videos Downloads From Heaven!Donate: https://www.revivalwavesofgloryministries.com/givingBookstore: https://www.revivalwavesofgloryministries.com/online-storesInvite Bill Vincent (PREACH, TEACH AND PROPHETIC MINISTRY) to your Event: [e-mail]

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Introduction

This book is being released because God has been encouraging me to release healing through this book for a long time. Many Christian views consider divorce to be unforgivable. This book has been in the works for a long time. This book is for everyone who want to know God's heart on the subject of divorce and remarriage, not just divorced people. Before we begin, I want you to understand that God despises divorce and that we should never divorce the person we once loved on the spur of the moment. We'll cover a lot of ground, so as you read LIFE AFTER DIVORCE, may you gain revelation for yourself and may it set you free.

What does God and the Bible have to say about divorce and remarriage? God does not want us to be limited by men's erroneous traditions, thus this book provides information to assist anyone seeking solutions. God's top concern is still the repair of broken marriages. We'll also learn how to overcome negative emotions like grief, anger, sadness, bitterness, unforgiveness, and rejection with the help of the Lord, so we can live the happy, fruitful, and rich lives that God wishes for all of his children!

The Position of the Church

This book was originally produced for the purpose of discussing the Church's position. I'd like to assist you in getting a clear image of some key points to consider during your recovery journey. On a daily basis, hundreds of Christians struggle with the subject of divorce. They get varied and even contradictory information from their friends, pastors, and churches. They find themselves grappling with possibly intellectual misunderstanding in the middle of their emotional sorrow and confusion. I want to reassure you that you are not alone if you fall into this category. We'll look at the Church's position in this chapter. Before we begin, I'd like to lay out certain biblical interpretation concepts that I believe are critical to a good understanding of Scripture. We must not block our minds to new revelations from God's Word.

To begin, look at Scripture through the viewpoint of the people to whom it was written. This takes into account their culture as well as their language. Consider the transformations that have occurred even in our little existence. The same principle applies to documents written thousands of years ago. The Bible's teachings should be viewed in light of the culture in which they were written. Because certain notions are already well-understood in a given society, the Scriptures may choose to skip over a crucial point. Scripture is not so difficult to comprehend that only local intellectuals can comprehend it. The underlying meaning of Scripture is an ordinary person's thorough grasp of the society in which it was written.

We see God's plain and basic design for marriage in the Garden of Eden.

As a result, a man must leave his father and mother and unite to his wife, and they will become one flesh.

When two people come together, they become one. That's all there is to it. And it worked wonderfully until someone didn't like something his or her partner did, said, or did consistently unpleasant conduct, for example. Then people started looking for a means to break free from being one flesh. One thing I want you to know is that the fundamental meaning of covenant at the time was a mutually binding agreement between two parties. Money was exchanged as part of this covenant or contract. The groom would pay for the bride, and the bride's father would provide an offering, which was commonly thought to be her share of her father's inheritance. From a contractual standpoint, all of this was necessary to clinch the sale. Things had gotten a little messed up by the time of Moses. With a few exceptions, males had the right to divorce their wives during the time. It's important to remember that divorce was never created by God. But when the people started doing it and abusing women's reputations, God permitted Moses to give them instructions. It was all too typical for a husband to grow dissatisfied with his wife and then send her away. People assumed that if the woman was thrown away, it was because she had been disloyal or indecent. If a lady was sent away, whether or not she was unfaithful, her reputation was shattered. Because men were now practicing marriage destruction, it was necessary for God to offer laws on what to do in circumstances where divorce occurs by the time of Moses. Some were apparently doing so in a brutal and ruthless manner by evicting their wives without providing them with a full legal release. By law, the woman was not allowed to marry another guy. She was devastated as a result of her lack of personal legal rights. Many of the women in that situation turned to prostitution to make ends meet. So, through Moses, God instructed that if a man desired to divorce his wife, he must provide her a written document or bill of divorce.

24:1 (Deuteronomy) When a man has taken a wife and married her, and she finds no favor in his eyes because he has discovered some uncleanness in her, let him write her a bill of divorcement, hand it to her, and send her out of his house.

The spouse had no further claim on her, could not force her to return, and could not defame her by claiming she had gone on her own volition. The woman was permitted to remarry after receiving this certificate. If there had been a divorce issue, the sole restriction was that she may not marry her lover or the person with whom she was suspected of adultery. While we look for Moses' advice on how to handle divorce, we must keep in mind that God loathed what men and women did to one another. Unfaithfulness was out of control by the end of the Old Testament, and not just in marriages. Unfaithfulness to God and each other had become a way of life for many people. When God spoke through the prophet Malachi, He was extremely plain.

2:16 Malachi For I despise divorce, declares the LORD, Israel's God, and whomever covers his garment with evil, declares the LORD of hosts. So pay attention to your spirit and don't deal treacherously. (NAM)

2:16 Malachi Because the LORD, the God of Israel, says that he despises putting away, and because one covers violence with his garment, says the LORD of hosts, take heed to your spirit, lest ye deal treacherously. (KJV)

He despises infidelity in marriages. God will no longer pay attention to our offering if we breach the agreement with our spouse, according to Malachi.

The law of marriage has altered dramatically as a result of a closer examination of the Bible. Both men and women might divorce at any time, with no requirement for a reason. If a woman was divorced for adultery, she would forfeit her offering, and if a man committed adultery, he would have to restore the offering plus half, but divorce for other reasons was not punishable. All of this lead to a tremendous deal of insecurity in the marriage institution.

The rabbis of Jesus' time typically held that childlessness, material neglect, emotional neglect, and unfaithfulness were valid grounds for divorce, based on a passage in Exodus 21 about marriage obligations. Remarriage was often accepted after what would have been deemed a lawful divorce. It was deemed adultery if it occurred after an invalid divorce.

The main goal of marriage, according to Josephus, was to breed. Infertility was consequently deemed by some to be a reason for divorce based on this basis. It was anticipated that any couple who did not have children during ten years of marriage would divorce. Each party was required to remarry someone with whom they may have children. There were, however, rabbis who opposed this practice. Adultery remained a stain in the New Testament. While a person might marry a divorcee or widow, if the lady had been divorced due to infidelity, the couple faced a tremendous deal of embarrassment. When it came to divorce, there were two main points of view, and they were diametrically opposed. As you might think, this sparked a lot of debate, as well as a lot of confusion and ambiguity. The two viewpoints emerged principally as a result of differing interpretations of a single chapter of Scripture.

24:1 (Deuteronomy) When a man has taken a wife and married her, and she finds no favor in his eyes because he has discovered some uncleanness in her, let him write her a bill of divorcement, hand it to her, and send her out of his house.

From there, the instructions continue. Some uncleaness and some uncleaness are the two words that have sparked this debate.

When the Pharisees came to ask Jesus about this topic in Matthew 19, He climbed onto the stage of discussion. They wanted to know if utilizing the any reason justification to divorce a married pair was acceptable. The answer from Jesus was an emphatic NO! I'd like you to notice that Jesus was not swayed by the rabbinical dispute. As I mentioned previously in Genesis, he was stating God's perspective from the beginning. He admitted that Moses allowed divorce because of people's hard hearts, but that God's plan was for two people to stay together. He allows for divorce in cases of adultery, but it's worth noting that it's not ordered, but rather allowed. It nearly seems to imply that the innocent spouse could forgive the violating spouse, and that this exemption should only be invoked if the guilty party continues in his or her wicked behavior, refusing to change and embrace a loyal lifestyle. Much has been written about the idea that if a man divorces his wife for reasons other than infidelity, he is committing adultery.

5:32 Matthew But I say to you, whoever puts away his wife for any reason other than fornication commits adultery, and whoever marries a divorced woman commits adultery.

It's probable that Jesus was referring to how this woman and her new husband will be perceived by others. He is victimizing his wife by divorcing her for any reason. Others will assume and believe the worst about this woman, even suspecting that her new spouse was her lover and, as a result, the cause of the divorce. Even if the facts were incorrect, the perception would persist. When he writes his first letter to the Corinthians, the apostle Paul adds to our understanding of divorce and remarriage.

1 Corinthians 7:10–11; 1 Corinthians 7:12–13 And I command the married, but not I, but the Lord, Let not the wife leave her husband; but if she does, let her remain single or reconcile with her husband; and let not the husband cast his wife away.

At first look, it appears that Paul is distinguishing between a divorce and a separation. However, when one considers that both men and women can divorce their partners through separation, this distinction vanishes. It was regarded as a legal separation. In reality, if Paul was merely talking about separation, then advising her