Matthew 19:12…Working

Matthew 19:12…Working

19:12 For some are eunuchs (2135-Castrated male, chamberlain, royal attendant.) because they were born that way; (Suggests a physical or congenital birth defect. Impotent or malformed  genitalia.) others were made that way by men; (Suggests were castrated in order to serve in a kings Harem without sexual distractions.{Es. 2:3 Acts. 8:27, 32-39} Or as a result of accidents, injuries, surgeries-[e.g. vasectomy, sex-change, etc.]) and others (priests, ministers, monks) have renounced marriage (made themselves eunuchs-K.J.V.-Not that they literally castrated themselves, but who voluntarily remained celibate for spiritual and religious purposes.) because of the kingdom of heaven. (i.e. To better serve the Lord, Church/Gospel.) The one who can accept (embrace, receive, adopt) this should accept it.” (i.e. welcome it,  embrace it, receive it joyfully. See it as divine gifting and calling from God.)

Continued From Book

“Teaches those who remain single are able to give themselves more fully to the work of Christ without distractions.” ⇒ Being single frees us from all the cares that come with marriage, making us more disposed to the duties of God.

“Teaches how you don’t need sex or marriage in order to find purpose and fulfillment.” ⇒ If anyone says you need a boyfriend or girlfriend to feel complete, it’s a lie of the enemy! We live in a culture that says if your still single your weird or there must be something wrong with you.

“Jesus is not saying that single people are better at serving and glorifying God than married people. But rather both can to so, it just looks different.” ⇒ Married people glorify God by raising their children up in the Lord.

Additional Notes & Applications 

Calls for realizing that the circumstances in your life is a gift from God and you should use the season wisely.

Benefits of Being Single

• Singles are spared the troubles of marriage.

• Singles can devote themselves more fully to the work of God.

• Singles are less stressed.

• Singles can make better use of their time.

• Singles are able to rely more fully on God.

• Singles are better able to find peace and contentment in God

• Singles are more connected with church family