1 Corinthians 7:20-40
Circumcision is nothing and uncircumcision is nothing. Keeping God's commands is what counts.
Each man as responsible to God, should remain in the situation God called him to.
Married and unmarried are not sinned, but Paul recommended keep virgins. If you do marry, you will face many troubles in this life.
Paul would like Christians to be free from concern. Paul said this for our own good, not to restrict us, but that we may live in a right way in undivided devotion to the Lord.
Have wife should live as if they had none, so as Happy, Mourn, buy something and use the things of the world. For this world in its present form is passing away.
The man who has settled the matter in his own mind, who is under no computation but has control over his own will. Talked about the virgin.
A woman is bound to her husband as long as he lives. But if her husband dies, she is free to marry anyone she wishes, but he must belong to the Lord. In Paul's judgement, she is happier if she stays as she is. Talked about the widow.
Why?
Paul asked Christians do not desert their wives, or be irresponsible. He is talking about priorities, and how everyday concerns can dominate life.
The Lord chose man when he was in different situation let everyone could be free, but to be slave of the Lord, and do witness in his situation.
Married men has more concern about the world and please his wife. So Paul chose no marry and serve the Lord.
No matter married or unmarried should live in a right way in undivided devotion to the Lord.
Circumcision and marriage is not relate to sin but keep God's command is what counts.
How?
Do as I can to live in a right way in undivided devotion to the Lord. Appreciated Paul gave us so clear mind in marriage and living.
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