Have you ever attended a wedding?
The air is thick with excitement, the bride walks down the aisle, and the couple stands before friends, family, and God. You’ve seen this before—eyes filled with hope, love, and dreams of a life filled with happiness.
But… are we mistaken in what we’re witnessing?
Weddings often overflow with hope—hope that the couple will find eternal joy, hope that they are “meant to be.” We hope for love, luck, and happiness to light their path forevermore.
But what if we’ve misunderstood the essence of marriage? What if it isn’t just about hope, but about something far greater and far more challenging?
Marriage is a Promise, Not a Hope
Marriage is not a wish for happiness. It’s not a hope that things work out. Marriage is a promise—a solemn vow spoken before witnesses and, most importantly, before God.
Marriage is an acknowledgment that hard times will come. It’s not an if, but a when. And when those times arrive, the vow is what binds a couple together—not because it’s easy, but because it’s right.
- In sickness and in health.
- For better or worse.
- For richer or poorer.
- Until death do us part.
These vows aren’t just ceremonial words. They are promises etched into the very fabric of who we are, our integrity, and our character. Marriage is not built on a fragile hope; it’s sustained by the strength of a promise.
The Power of a Promise
A promise, when made with sincerity, is unbreakable. It is a binding commitment that protects—not only the couple but their children, their family, and their future.
- It protects children from the chaos of a broken home.
- It promises fidelity—a love that is exclusive, unshaken by momentary feelings.
- It assures accountability—that if one spouse betrays their vows, they bear the consequences, not the innocent party.
But is that what we see today? Or have we allowed marriage to be reduced to something weaker, a convenience to be discarded when difficulties arise?
No-Fault Divorce: A Betrayal of the Promise
We live in a time where no-fault divorce allows a spouse to walk away from their vows without cause, without accountability, and without regard for the promises made before God and their spouse.
This isn’t just a personal failure—it’s a societal betrayal. No-fault divorce is a lie. It strips marriage of its power and leaves the faithful to suffer. Those who keep their promises bear the full cost while those who break them walk away with no consequence.
- No-fault divorce allows infidelity to be excused.
- It leaves children to pick up the shattered pieces of their parents’ broken vows.
- It benefits only those who are willing to abandon their integrity.
Marriage, in its truest form, cannot exist under such a law. No government should enable the destruction of the family. No honest nation should allow promises made in the highest moments of love to be casually erased.
The Call to Honor Marriage
So, what should we do? We must restore marriage to its rightful place—as a binding promise. This requires courage and a willingness to love with intention, even when it’s hard. It requires us to reject the lies that say marriage is about personal happiness. Marriage is about honoring your word—no matter the cost.
- Honor your vows.
- Defend your spouse.
- Protect your children from the pain of broken promises.
- And refuse to let marriage be reduced to a mere hope.
A promise made at the altar, before God and witnesses, is a promise for life. Marriage is the foundation of the family, and families are the foundation of society.
As the Bible says:
“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” (Matthew 19:6)
Let’s commit to making our marriages strong, full of integrity, and grounded in love that doesn’t give up.
Conclusion:
Marriage is not a hope for luck. It is a promise that defines your character, your love, and your future. No matter the trials, the hardships, or the storms, keep your promise, and let it be the foundation of a lifetime of love and integrity.
Quote:
“A promise is a cloud; fulfillment is rain.” – Arabian Proverb
Bible Verses:
“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
Marriage is a promise of faithfulness for those who love sincerely.
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