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Singleness

Singleness

Why can singleness rightly be considered a gift?

Why would it be wrong to pressure a single Christian to marry?

1Co 7:28, 32-35; 1Th 4:11

  • Relevant Bible account(s):

    • Ro 14:10-12​—The apostle Paul explains why it is wrong to judge a fellow Christian

    • 1Co 9:3-5​—The apostle Paul has the right to marry; yet, his single state allows him to focus on his ministry

Should single people feel that they must be married to have a fulfilling life?

1Co 7:8

  • Relevant Bible account(s):

    • Jg 11:30-40​—Jephthah’s daughter remains unmarried and has a meaningful life

    • Ac 20:35​—Christ’s words suggest that though unmarried he was happy because he gave to others

    • 1Th 1:2-9; 2:12​—The apostle Paul, a single man, describes the joyous and fulfilling results of his ministry

Why must single people, like all servants of God, maintain clean moral conduct?

1Co 6:18; Ga 5:19-21; Eph 5:3, 4

  • Relevant Bible account(s):

    • Pr 7:7-23​—King Solomon describes the tragic outcome for a young man who allows himself to be enticed by an immoral woman

    • Ca 4:12; 8:8-10​—The Shulammite girl is described in terms that praise her for her chaste conduct

Under what circumstances would it be wise for a single person to consider marriage?