Singleness
Why can singleness rightly be considered a gift?
Why would it be wrong to pressure a single Christian to marry?
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Relevant Bible account(s):
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Ro 14:10-12—The apostle Paul explains why it is wrong to judge a fellow Christian
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1Co 9:3-5—The apostle Paul has the right to marry; yet, his single state allows him to focus on his ministry
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Should single people feel that they must be married to have a fulfilling life?
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Relevant Bible account(s):
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Jg 11:30-40—Jephthah’s daughter remains unmarried and has a meaningful life
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Ac 20:35—Christ’s words suggest that though unmarried he was happy because he gave to others
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1Th 1:2-9; 2:12—The apostle Paul, a single man, describes the joyous and fulfilling results of his ministry
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Why must single people, like all servants of God, maintain clean moral conduct?
Under what circumstances would it be wise for a single person to consider marriage?
See also 1Th 4:4, 5