How can Genesis 2:22 guide us in valuing our marital relationships today? Scripture Focus “Then the LORD God fashioned the rib that He had taken from the man into a woman, and He brought her to the man.” – Genesis 2:22 (Berean Standard Bible) Divine Design for Marriage - God Himself “fashioned” the woman—marriage originates from His intentional craftsmanship. - He “brought her to the man”—the first marriage covenant is initiated and blessed by God. - The verse presents one man and one woman, highlighting exclusivity and unity as the Creator’s pattern. What This Means for Us Today - Marriage is God-made, not human-made; treat it with reverence, not as a social experiment. - Your spouse is a gift personally “brought” to you by the Lord; receive and cherish that gift. - Because God forms and unites, He remains the authority and guide for sustaining the relationship. Practical Ways to Value Your Spouse • Speak gratitude daily: acknowledge your spouse as God’s handcrafted provision. • Prioritize time together: if God introduced you, honor that introduction with consistent presence. • Guard exclusivity: refuse any thought, habit, or relationship that threatens the one-flesh bond. • Serve selflessly: reflect God’s giving nature by meeting your spouse’s needs before your own. • Seek God’s counsel: pray and study Scripture together, remembering He who fashioned still sustains. Living Out the Verse Meditate on Genesis 2:22 this week. Each time you read it, intentionally thank God for making and bringing your spouse into your life, and ask Him to deepen your appreciation for His divine design. |
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