Not Marry?

10The disciples said to him, “If this is the situation between a husband and wife, it is better not to marry.” (Matthew 19:10)

Thoughts: The disciples understood that it takes effort to keep a marriage.  Jesus also basically said that once you get married you need to stay married.  So the disciples said this scares them about marriage.  Today, there are many who are afraid of marriage.  They are afraid they marry the wrong person or end up getting a divorce.
     Marriage is going to happen.  93% of Americans say that they want or have wanted to get married.  Jesus immediately responded by saying that not everyone needs to get married.  But those who do get married should enter into it prayerfully and carefully.  

Prayer: Lord, help those who are married.  Give them grace to stay in love and keep their vows to each other.