Married but Single

In today's segment, we address an unusual characteristic of marriage, and a very popular one at the same time.

It's called "married but single". Of course that sounds like an oxy moron, nevertheless, it exist in many marriages today.

Married but single is actually a real marriage, but only on paper. It is an arrangement by consent and agreement where the two individuals live their lives separately, while yet dwelling together.

For example, the woman has her night out with the girls and likewise the man with the fellows; and vacations are usually practiced in like manner. In other words, the man does what he wants to, as well as the woman. Occasionally they may go out together and perhaps dinner or a movie, and even have time for an intimate moment.

There are also separate bank accounts and mostly very different life goals that are generally centered around that one individual and them both; and always guaranteed schedules not to conflict. Now however you look at it, these are actual real life style marriage lifestyles of today, but unfortunately, still only on paper!

I guess you're saying to yourself now that you think I am judging this type of relationship and emphatically declaring that it's wrong. Well. . . .you're mistaken. . . In fact, I do not possess the authority to pass judgement on these kinds of relationships and their choices of life styles. I have merely brought to light a marriage arrangement that is contradictory in it's presentation as opposed to what God has written through His Holy word regarding marriage. You see my dear readers, in every case, I always let God be the judge.

What I will say however, is that the Lord has given to every man/woman one of the most valuable gifts of life, (the power of choice), and how we use it will determine our life's destiny. Ecclesiastes 11:9 reads: Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment.

So, as you can see, there is no need for judgement,. God has one coming already. Besides, He has already judged through His Holy Word and has given each of us a choice (the right way , the wrong way, or God's way). . . .the choice is still yours!

Just what am I saying here today? Marriage is what you make it, and the choice of how you conduct it is all within your power. Remember this: The choices you make will dictate the consequences you face!

Ask yourself, am I married but single,. . . . well if so, then you've really never been married! . . Hmm!

Just a little food for thought!

Remember to stay Blessed!