Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

But and if thou marry, thou hast not sinned; and if a virgin marry, she hath not sinned. Nevertheless such shall have trouble in the flesh: but I spare you.

Nevertheless

General references

Bible References

Thou hast

1 Corinthians 7:36
If a man thinks he is not behaving properly toward his virgin, and if his passion is so strong that he feels he ought to marry her, let him do what he wants; he isn't sinning. Let them get married.
Hebrews 13:4
Let marriage be kept honorable in every way, and the marriage bed undefiled. For God will judge those who commit sexual sins, especially those who commit adultery.

Nevertheless

1 Corinthians 7:26
In view of the present crisis, I think it is prudent for a man to stay as he is.

But

1 Corinthians 7:35
An unmarried woman or virgin is concerned about the affairs of the Lord, so that she may be holy in body and spirit. But a married woman is concerned about the affairs of this world, that is, about how she can please her husband. I'm saying this for your benefit, not to put a noose around your necks, but to promote good order and unhindered devotion to the Lord.
2 Corinthians 1:23
I call upon God as a witness on my behalf that it was in order to spare you that I did not return to Corinth.

General references

Matthew 19:10
His disciples asked him, "If that is the relationship of a man with his wife, it's not worth getting married!"

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