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Written by Tuvya Zaretsky   
Jewish Marriage

A woman asked Rabbi Yossi ben Halafta: "How many days did it take the Lord to create the world?" He answered, "Six." "And, since then, what has He been doing?" The reply came: "Making marriages."
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Perspectives on Messianic Marriage Print E-mail
Written by David Brickner   

A world-class concert pianist was approached by an admirer after a stunning performance. "I would give my life to play the way you played this evening," declared the adoring fan.

"I have given my life," responded the virtuoso.

Stop and think for a moment: why do we respect individuals who have achieved superexcellence? Certainly we admire their accomplishments, but the discipline and the sacrifices these people undertook to make their mark—whether in the arts, science, business or athletics—are just as remarkable.

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I would say after 28 years of a "cross cultural" marriage there simply is no spiritual harmony. It has for me, been like being in a marriage by myself. With loving respect I would counsel anyone contemplating this sort of union to consider strongly 2 Corinthians 6:14.

That being said, I believe for those of us who did not heed God's guidelines, should stay in our marriage and believe God to display His mighty work (Romans 8:28).

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