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    Singleness

    Why can singleness rightly be considered a gift?

    Mt 19:10-12; 1Co 7:7, 37, 38

    Why would it be wrong to pressure a single Christian to marry?

    1Co 7:28, 32-35; 1Th 4:11

    • Relevant Bible account(s):

      • Ro 14:10-12​—The apostle Paul explains why it is wrong to judge a fellow Christian

      • 1Co 9:3-5​—The apostle Paul has the right to marry; yet, his single state allows him to focus on his ministry

    Should single people feel that they must be married to have a fulfilling life?

    1Co 7:8

    • Relevant Bible account(s):

      • Jg 11:30-40​—Jephthah’s daughter remains unmarried and has a meaningful life

      • Ac 20:35​—Christ’s words suggest that though unmarried he was happy because he gave to others

      • 1Th 1:2-9; 2:12​—The apostle Paul, a single man, describes the joyous and fulfilling results of his ministry

    Why must single people, like all servants of God, maintain clean moral conduct?

    1Co 6:18; Ga 5:19-21; Eph 5:3, 4

    • Relevant Bible account(s):

      • Pr 7:7-23​—King Solomon describes the tragic outcome for a young man who allows himself to be enticed by an immoral woman

      • Ca 4:12; 8:8-10​—The Shulammite girl is described in terms that praise her for her chaste conduct

    Under what circumstances would it be wise for a single person to consider marriage?

    1Co 7:9, 36

    See also 1Th 4:4, 5