August 18, 2023

Mt 19:3-12

The Pharisees test Jesus by questioning him about marriage and divorce. It is an invitation into the often-confusing ancient Jewish debate which seems to override God’s purpose for marriage. Jesus, speaking as authoritative interpreter of the law, cites passages from Genesis, which lay out God’s original intention for marriage.

We pray for those who prepare couples for marriage. May they be knowledgeable, wise and compassionate, leading the couples to a mature understanding of the covenant with God and one another.

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