The marriage covenant is a deeply meaningful promise made between a husband and wife, symbolizing their commitment to love, honour, and stay faithful to each other. This covenant is not just a personal agreement but is also seen as a sacred bond blessed by God, the Maker of marriage. Failing to keep this promise can lead to serious consequences in various aspects of life.

The Spiritual Consequences
Marriage is viewed as a sacred bond in the eyes of God. When this covenant is broken, it’s not only a betrayal of the spouse but also of God. In Malachi 2:14-16, God expresses disappointment with those who are unfaithful in marriage: “The Lord was witness between you and the wife of your youth, to whom you have been faithless, though she is your companion and your wife by covenant.” This means God sees and judges the breaking of marriage vows as an act of unfaithfulness to Him. Treat your spouse with courtesy and respect.

The Emotional Consequences
Breaking the marriage covenant can cause deep emotional pain. Trust is shattered, and the betrayed spouse may experience intense feelings of hurt, anger, and insecurity. Proverbs 6:32 states, “He who commits adultery lacks sense; he who does it destroys himself.” This highlights that infidelity not only hurts the spouse but also causes significant emotional damage to the one who commits it, leading to long-lasting emotional struggles. I am sorry to remind you that, you lack sense to engage in adultery in your marriage.

The Social Consequences
The effects of a broken marriage extend beyond the couple and can impact the broader community. Strong marriages contribute to stable families and communities. When marriages fail, children often suffer, facing issues like insecurity, academic problems, and difficulties in forming their own relationships. Ephesians 6:4 advises parents to “bring children up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord,” emphasizing the need for a loving and stable home environment. Keep your marriage, the ripple effect of broken home is huge.

The Moral and Ethical Consequences
Marriage is also a commitment to live ethically and morally. Jesus, in Matthew 19:6, says, “So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate.” This teaching highlights that marriage is a serious union that should not be broken . Failing to honour marriage vows results in a loss of personal integrity and moral failure. Stop all those obnoxious excuses for divorce, God hates divorce. God is consistently consistent. Jesus will always walk in tandem with God’s standard. Know this and know peace.

Conclusion
Marriage is a profound commitment with significant implications. Spiritually, it is a promise before God; emotionally, it ties two people together in trust and love; socially, it forms the foundation of stable families and communities; and morally, it is an ethical responsibility. Breaking this covenant can lead to serious consequences, affecting one’s relationship with God, emotional well-being, social stability, and moral integrity. The Bible’s teachings remind us of the importance of being faithful in marriage and the dangers of neglecting this sacred promise.

Join us this coming Thursday as we delve, dive, and discuss implications of breaking marriage vow. Don’t forget, whoever breaks the hedge, serpent shall bite.