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Jehoshaphat was a good king, but he spent a lot of time with the disobedient kings of the northern tribes. It was probably on one of these trips that he picked up a wife for his son from the daughters of Ahab, Israel’s most wicked king. This may have been a diplomatic move, but whether it was Jehoshaphat’s choice or Jehoram’s it was a horrible choice.
Scriptures tell us in verse 18 of chapter 8 that Jehoram followed in the way of Ahab because his wife was one of Ahab’s daughters. It is said that a good woman can make a man, and it can be true, however, a bad spouse can bring down a man or a woman. If a person isn’t careful a spouse who is against God can be their downfall. I am not advocating that a person gets a divorce if their spouse isn’t saved. Scripture clearly teaches that if the unsaved spouse is willing to live peaceably then to stay with them (1 Corinthians 7:12-13) and Jesus is very clear on his dislike of divorce (Matthew 5:31-32; 19:8-9).
What am I warning?
First, if you’re married then to guard your heart, keep it centered on Christ. Secondly, if you’re not married don’t get married to a non-believer. Obey scripture and marry a believer. Where an unbelieving spouse may lead you could be disastrous for you and your family.
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