September 20 — "Bonded Like Superglue"

Today's Reading: Matthew 19

Marriage isn’t a manmade institution—it’s God’s divine masterpiece. From the beginning, the Lord declared that a man would leave his parents, be united to his wife, and the two would become one flesh. Jesus reaffirms this in Matthew 19:6.

When the Pharisees tried to trap Jesus with questions about divorce, He didn’t argue—He pointed them back to God’s original design. Marriage isn’t a contract—it’s a covenant. It’s not just two people agreeing to live together—it’s a sacred union, sealed by God. And since they’re no longer two but one, Jesus says, let no one separate what God has joined.

So what does “one flesh” mean? It’s more than physical intimacy. It’s emotional and spiritual bonding, covenantal commitment, and purposeful partnership. It’s the kind of unity that says, “Your joy is mine. Your pain is mine.” Like Adam recognizing Eve as “bone of my bones,” it’s a Gospel picture of indivisible love—two lives, one mission, one heart.

In today’s culture, relationships are treated like fast food—quick, disposable, and easily replaced. But Jesus’ words cut through the noise. If God joins a husband and wife, then marriage is holy, enduring, and intentional. For Christ-followers, this means we don’t enter marriage lightly, nor do we abandon it when things get hard. We honor God by cherishing the spouse He’s given us, pursuing unity, practicing forgiveness, and loving sacrificially—reflecting Christ’s faithful love for His Church.

Think of superglue. Once it bonds, it’s nearly impossible to separate without damage. That’s marriage. Or picture a peanut butter and jelly sandwich—try peeling off the peanut butter and the jelly comes with it. That’s God’s design: inseparable, blended, one.

So what’s your move? If you’re married, recommit today to your vows—not just before your spouse, but before God. Serve each other with humility, forgive quickly, and fight for unity. If you’re single, honor marriage by preparing your heart to see it as sacred and God-ordained. Reject the world’s casual view and embrace God’s covenant standard.

And now, beloved, may the Lord bless your home with peace, your marriage with joy, and your heart with steadfast love. Walk in His grace, delight in His design, and let His love shine through you—today and always.