The term originally referred to a pair of animals that couldn’t work together to pull a plow. One animal may have been weaker or failed to listen to the farmer, which created problems. As relating to people, it indicates incompatibility or relatability in our relationships. It doesn’t just refer to spiritual incompatibility, which causes conflict, but impacts a couples individual approach to everyday life and especially parenting a child.
I highly suggest that in choosing a mate you should become aware of and sensitive to their spiritual beliefs and connection to Christ BEFORE you take the plunge into marriage. Amos 3:3 asks the question, ” Can two walk together, except they be agreed?” That’s one of the most important questions we will ever have to ask. It could make or break us. It is key to having a joyous and rewarding family life.
Being equally yoked is not meant to inhibit our dating lives. Rather, it is a command for protection and honor. Being unequally yoked is more dangerous than you think and waiting for someone with whom you share the same spiritual heritage is FAR more rewarding than one can imagine.
If you do find yourself in this type of relationship, know that you are not alone. Many couples find themselves in this exact same situation. There is ALWAYS HOPE! “ALL things are possible through Christ!” If you find yourself in this situation it is important to join yourself together with a community of individuals who are or have walked this journey.
There is comfort within the body of Christ! There is comfort in the Word of God! Short of physical abuse or endangering your children, if you have made the decision to marry unequally yoked, hang in there. Pray for your spouse. Shine the love and hope God placed within you to your mate EVERY DAY !
You just may win them to Christ through your spiritual commitment and love for them..
By Rex A Lones
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