Many tell us today that marriage is no longer politically correct. Society wants us to believe that marriage is an outdated institution and that co-habitating, common law marriage, and domestic partnerships are just as beneficial to our society.
Hallmark, FTD and the Jewelry stores want you to believe that this Sunday the only acceptable way to express love is by giving gifts. Other elements of our society want you to think that this Sunday is all about passion for another person.
I ran across some trivia today that said the founding of St. Valentine's day is actually the remembrance of the day (February 14, 240 AD) that a Priest was beheaded for performing weddings when the Emperor had outlawed marriage (because soldiers were claiming brides in an attempt to avoid battle).
How could you use this Sunday's holiday to remind your students/small group participants of the importance and value of Biblical marriage?
Let's not take our cues from advertisers, society or government, but remember that marriage is a holy institution established by God himself.
I find my self more and more suspecting anything that is politically correct.
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