The Pros And Cons Of Pro Marriage
“While remaining pro-marriage, some would argue that divorce can, unfortunately, be the best of two bad alternatives” (Balswick & Balswick, 2014, p. 309)
What are the authors referring to here?
I believe that Balswick & Balswick statement is referring to families that commit to stay married despite the unhealthy dynamics that are being created within themselves as a married couple and as a family union. Marriage is a commitment, if the foundation of a home is unsustainable (unhealthy or unsafe), divorce might be the best alternative if it will provide a more stable environment for everyone (spouses and children) in the home. “However, some marriages not only lack happiness but also rip apart the fabric of family life through conflict, strife, …show more content…
If a married couple are experiencing life damaging situations then it is formulating unhealthy traits in one another’s lives as well as the (if any) children. The potential of divorce is adequate if a union is dynamically damaging the core of a family foundation in the sense of demolition. If the individuals are unwilling to give any effort to the relationship it is establishing unhealthy habits that will lead to behaviors that are not under God’s approval. According to 1 Peter 3:7, “Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.” (New International Version) If a family union is not working in a direction of progression and is not able to find ability to overcome the challenges because of a reason of dangerous circumstances, divorce might ultimately be the best result for a married couple and family. Marriage is not only impacting to a husband and wife but to the children, the dynamics of a home is what sets standards and values for our
What are the authors referring to here?
I believe that Balswick & Balswick statement is referring to families that commit to stay married despite the unhealthy dynamics that are being created within themselves as a married couple and as a family union. Marriage is a commitment, if the foundation of a home is unsustainable (unhealthy or unsafe), divorce might be the best alternative if it will provide a more stable environment for everyone (spouses and children) in the home. “However, some marriages not only lack happiness but also rip apart the fabric of family life through conflict, strife, …show more content…
If a married couple are experiencing life damaging situations then it is formulating unhealthy traits in one another’s lives as well as the (if any) children. The potential of divorce is adequate if a union is dynamically damaging the core of a family foundation in the sense of demolition. If the individuals are unwilling to give any effort to the relationship it is establishing unhealthy habits that will lead to behaviors that are not under God’s approval. According to 1 Peter 3:7, “Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.” (New International Version) If a family union is not working in a direction of progression and is not able to find ability to overcome the challenges because of a reason of dangerous circumstances, divorce might ultimately be the best result for a married couple and family. Marriage is not only impacting to a husband and wife but to the children, the dynamics of a home is what sets standards and values for our