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Singleness and The Christian. What Did Jesus Do?

How did Christ live His life? Are we commanded to marry? What does the Bible demand of the single individual? Does a spouse “complete” you?

Introduction

Theology: How Did Christ Live His Life?

Philosophy: What is the Purpose of Marriage?

Culture: What pressures are on the individual to marry?

Politics: How does singleness provide opportunities for one to serve the Lord with more focus?

Economics: Millennials and Gen Z are avoiding marriage, but many are even avoiding relationships and sex. How does the economic reasoning reveal the motivations of these generations and how we as a culture have failed to inculcate selflessness?

Theology Segment: Was Jesus Married? Was He Single?

We'll address the content of these articles:
https://bib.irr.org/how-do-we-know-jesus-was-not-married
https://www.gotquestions.org/why-didnt-Jesus-marry.html



Through innuendo, many have claimed that Christ was married to Mary Magdalene. The Burden of Proof resides on these people as there are no eye witnesses claiming such a wife. (The Davinci Code styled theories have less Historical evidence than the Lochness Monster, and by that we mean 0 evidence, only wild conjecture and Christian Fan Fiction in the form of the 2nd Century Gospel of Mary or 3rd Century Gospel of Phillip, neither written by the proposed authors)


We have 2 genealogies of Christ, and neither mention His Children, a common occurrence from marital intimacy.


Jesus was here on a mission that would leave a widow: Isaiah 52:13-53:12, 1 Peter 1:19-20, and Luke 18:31-33. He gave the duty of a son to care for His mother to John. Why would He not do something similar to His widow?


Such a widow would have been idolized and very likely been a salient feature in the Church, yet we only hear of other women like Pricilla and likely Junia.


Such a relationship, where two become one flesh would likely compete with Christ's meticulously prepared image of His Bridegroom of the Church. The Church is His Bride, not a hypothetical 1st century wife with no evidence to her existence.



Philosophy: What is the Purpose of Marriage? Can one fulfill God's Purpose as a Single?

God has 3 purposes for Marriage:


Companionship


Procreation/Discipleship


Glorious Purpose in Image Bearing



Obviously Companionship is at the heart of romance and marriage. But there is something interesting in the soul of the human heart that longs for a specific relationship, that which results in creating a new life. This facilitates not only the creation of a new life, but also the chain reaction resulting in biological and spiritual drive to disciple and protect the new life. In all of this, there is a Glorious Purpose in that we are a reflection of our Creator, creating life and nurturing it, as He does every day.
Can a Single Person be a part of this image and fulfill this as Single? In short, yes, but in a different way. We as Singles are obligated to spend time discipling others. In such, we can experience a different sort of Companionship (with Christ as we can only successfully disciple when in communion with Him). We also see a different type of duplication or discipleship with the unbeliever, or newer believer. In such actions, we may carry out our Glorious Purpose in Image Bearing Christ to the world and other believers.
So yes, yes you can be effective for Christ as a Single. In fact it's required of you.

Culture: Should the Church Pressure Kids to Get Married?

What is happening in our culture in regards to marriage?

From BGSU: “The U.S. marriage rate (the number of women's marriages per 1,000 unmarried women 15 years and older) is the lowest it has been in over a century at 31.1—that is, roughly 31 marriages per 1,000 unmarried women.
• The marriage rate was highest
in 1920 at 92.3.
• Since 1970, the marriage rate
has declined by almost 60%”
https://www.bgsu.edu/content/dam/BGSU/college-of-arts-and-sciences/NCFMR/

Would Jesus Watch the Chosen?

A show made about Himself. Is it OK to make a series about the life of Jesus or is that off-limits because we can't possibly “get it right”? Can sinful men make a series about a sinless Jesus? Would Jesus watch it even if they did? Join us as we tackle these questions and more in striving Further Every Day!

Introduction of Panel
Additional comments before we start.

Further Every Day is not promoting The Chosen one way or the other. This podcast is merely trying to help people understand the debate and controversy around the series. We encourage each individual to do their own research and come to their own conclusions around this series.

Framework for the Discussion


The debate that rages as it pertains to the Chosen - should we watch it or should we not? Is it “anathema” or legit?





If we watch it, how should it be watched?





Should we allow shows like this in our culture?





Would Jesus even watch it?



The Debate That Rages
There is substantial debate about The Chosen. Here are some of the questions:
Theology: How can the show be good if it is supposed to be based on the Bible and we
take “creative liberties” in making the show by adding things we don't find in the Bible?

Philosophy: Can sinful men really make a show about a sinless Jesus and it be “right”?

Culture: Wouldn't a show like this have a negative influence on the understanding of the gospel by non-believers? What possible good could come from this show in affecting our culture positively.

Politics: Would it be possible for the government to use a show like this against Christians or non-believers?

Economics: Is it right to make money off a show that is Biblically based?

How Should It Be Watched
So if we watch this show, how should it be watched? What should we remember or be aware of if we watch the show?
Theology: To make a show like this to reflect 100% on what we see in the Bible would take an extremely long time. It would go beyond 7 years like this show's projection! So,
some elements are “combined”.

Let's see an example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZDvcEkjthA
(first 2:40 of clip)

Philosophy: It is classified as FICTION! That means it may or may not be true. If you
want to know the facts, go to the source. In this instance, that is the Bible!

Culture: The portrayals in the series regarding the culture of that time may or may not be 100% accurate. A person should research what the culture may have been like at that time.

Politics: Very similar to what is shared from the chair of Culture. Additionally, what was Rome like at this time? What were the Pharisees like at this time? What were the Sadducees like at this time?

Economics: Well, they make money. That should be understood. A person should also understand the motives of the people producing this show. That's where additional research should take place.

Should We Allow Shows Like This In Our Culture?
Theology: 1 Corinthians 10:31; Psalm 101:3; Romans 12:2; Philippians 4:8

Philosophy: Another question to ask here is this: Can a show like this lead people to Christ? The words of Jesus - as read in the Bible - are being spoken in the show. Are they no longer “good” just because they are found in a television show or through theater?

Culture: The series has not had a negative impact on the culture, as a whole.

Politics: Would it be possible that the government would eventually want to shut down this show?

Economics: The show provides income for a number of people (actors, actresses, producers, directors, artistic people, etc.) and the show is not negatively impacting culture as a whole.

Would Jesus Watch The Chosen?
Theology: An excellent question from a theological standpoint. It is interesting to note
that Jesus used story-telling (parables) as a means of teaching!

Philosophy: Is there only one mode/method for teaching? If so, what is it?
Cultu

https://theologyforwomen.org/2013/05/some-things-you-should-know-about-women-and-the-old-testament.html https://www.foxnews.com/world/taliban-vows-publicly-stone-women-death-direct-message-western-democracies Part One We don't have to look far to see that women have not been treated equally or fairly throughout History. But……..Does the Bible promote women as one of lesser Value than a Man? Let take a deeper look as we stay Further Every day. History of Women Suffrage: The advancement of Women in Society: *The right to Vote in State and Federal Elections *The right for married women to own property and purchase property. The 19th Amendment was ratified in 1920, officially giving women the right to vote for the first time in American history. (When the nation was founded only White, land-owning men were allowed to vote) Individual States gave certain rights to women to purchase property and conduct Business. By Jone Johnson Lewis Jone Johnson Lewis Women's History Writer • B.A., Mundelein College • M.Div., Meadville/Lombard Theological School Jone Johnson Lewis is a women's history writer who has been involved with the women's movement since the late 1960s. She is a former faculty member of the Humanist Institute. LEARN ABOUT OUR EDITORIAL PROCESS Updated on July 13, 2019 By 1900, every state had given married women substantial control over their property. But women still faced gender bias when it came to financial matters. It would take until the 1970s before women were able to get credit cards. Before then, a woman still needed her husband's signature. The struggle for women to be financially independent of their husbands extended well into the 20th century. 1970s before women were able to get credit cards. Before then, a woman still needed her husbands signature.

https://theologyforwomen.org/2013/05/some-things-you-should-know-about-women-and-the-old-testament.html https://www.foxnews.com/world/taliban-vows-publicly-stone-women-death-direct-message-western-democracies Part One We don't have to look far to see that women have not been treated equally or fairly throughout History. But……..Does the Bible promote women as one of lesser Value than a Man? Let take a deeper look as we stay Further Every day. History of Women Suffrage: The advancement of Women in Society: *The right to Vote in State and Federal Elections *The right for married women to own property and purchase property. The 19th Amendment was ratified in 1920, officially giving women the right to vote for the first time in American history. (When the nation was founded only White, land-owning men were allowed to vote) Individual States gave certain rights to women to purchase property and conduct Business. By Jone Johnson Lewis Jone Johnson Lewis Women's History Writer • B.A., Mundelein College • M.Div., Meadville/Lombard Theological School Jone Johnson Lewis is a women's history writer who has been involved with the women's movement since the late 1960s. She is a former faculty member of the Humanist Institute. LEARN ABOUT OUR EDITORIAL PROCESS Updated on July 13, 2019 By 1900, every state had given married women substantial control over their property. But women still faced gender bias when it came to financial matters. It would take until the 1970s before women were able to get credit cards. Before then, a woman still needed her husband's signature. The struggle for women to be financially independent of their husbands extended well into the 20th century. 1970s before women were able to get credit cards. Before then, a woman still needed her husbands signature.

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