"Beads of Joy" by RosaryManJim: Whoever Marries

BEADS OF JOY 06-14-19

“Whoever Marries”

My Friends,

Today’s Gospel: Matthew 5:27-32 (Adultery & Divorce)
“You have heard that it was said, `You shall not commit adultery.' But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. If your right eye causes you to sin, pluck it out and throw it away; it is better that you lose one of your members than that your whole body be thrown into hell. And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away; it is better that you lose one of your members than that your whole body go into hell. "It was also said, `Whoever divorces his wife, let him give her a certificate of divorce.' But I say to you that everyone who divorces his wife, except on the ground of unchastity, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries a divorced woman commits adultery.”

Reflection:
This too is a very difficult topic for many. Marriage and our vows and divorce are different for different people, meaning that everyone has their own issues that they are dealing with. So, I do not wish to use examples that are hypothetical, I will use only examples I am well aware of, should the need of an example come up.

I know many are divorced; this blog is not pointing fingers at anyone. This is just a scripture reflection, if your situations in your life or your children’s lives have you in harm’s way, you did the right thing. I am only reflecting on scripture and sharing some bible study details I have learned.

In marriage God has joined together, both male and female, “the two will become one flesh”. Those are God’s words. Any two (items) permanently combined with glue, combine because of the dissolving solvent, and then when you attempt to separate them, one or both will and can be damaged or destroyed. In marriage both mind and spirit and flesh become one. We know for a fact, if it is reasonably, safely possible, working on your marriage is what should be done, attempted and tried with all effort, before ever considering and taking steps towards divorce. 30 years’ experience, of some incredible ups and some horrible down turns; has taught me a lot about the marriage experience. We went on two Marriage Encounter weekends (to complement our relationship). What about counseling? I know, Who needs counseling? We all need counseling. Counseling is a great way to have someone in the middle to help guide you, till you can better guided yourselves.

Some basic recommended activities in a Christian Marriage include:

1. Pray together for each other, and with each other. (Rosary)
2. Read together, God’s word and other enriching books. (Bible)
3. Make decisions together, small, medium and large ones.
4. Attend Mass together, praise Jesus as a couple.
5. Continue dating; keep the romance in your marriage.

Do all you can, every possible way you can, to maintain and repair your marriage daily. I have a dear friend whose wife divorced him, he didn’t want it, and all she wanted was her independence. His response after many years of divorce has been, taking a vow of celibacy; in his heart, he is still married, and truly in God’s eye, he really is. He does nothing to cause arguments or waves, in fact he works it just the opposite, keeping harmony in his marriage with his ex-wife and his children, grandkids and their families. His example has shown me, that even when it’s impossible to fix, it can still be mended. God knows our hearts. Seek out what God wants you to do, but with that said, be a peacemaker and our Lord will show you the way.

Check this out: https://www.dougbrittonbooks.com/onlinebiblestudies-marriageinformationandadvice/eightkeystoagreatmarriage/ 8 Keys To A Success Marriage

Matthew [5:27-32]
Adultery, Divorce

Mastering Love & Relationships
w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz

LOVE YOU GUYS !!!!

Your brother in Christ Jesus
And His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr OFS

Today is Friday: We pray the Sorrowful Mysteries:

The Sorrowful Mysteries

1^.Agony on the Garden (Sorrow for sin) –Matt 26:36-46
2^.Scourging at the Pillar (Purity) –Mark 15:1-16
3^.Crowning with Thorns (Moral Courage) –Matt 27:27-31
4^.Carrying of the Cross (Patience) –Mark 15:20-22
5^.The Crucifixion (Perseverance) –Luke 23:33-46

Thank you Lord for loving us so much…