The Divine Purpose of Marriage
A Reflection on Mark 10:1-12

Jimmy & Kenia's Wedding on September 14, 2024
at St. Mary of the Cataract in Niagara Falls, New York.



In Mark 10:1-12, Jesus offers profound insights into God's original design for marriage. While the Pharisees approach Jesus with questions about divorce, Jesus redirects the conversation to focus on what marriage was meant to be from the beginning.

Jesus points to Genesis, reminding us that "from the beginning of creation, 'God made them male and female.' 'For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.'" This beautiful imagery speaks to the intimate union that marriage creates—not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually as well. In God's design, marriage forms a new, unified whole from two distinct individuals.

The phrase "what God has joined together" reminds us that marriage has a sacred dimension. There's something holy about the commitment two people make to one another, something that transcends legal contracts or social customs. At its best, marriage reflects something of God's faithful, enduring love for humanity.

When we consider marriage as God intended it, we see several beautiful elements:

  • Companionship: One of the first things God declared "not good" was for humans to be alone. Marriage offers the gift of a lifelong companion to journey with through all of life's experiences.
  • Mutual support: Marriage partners are called to uphold one another, bearing each other's burdens and strengthening each other through life's challenges.
  • Unity with respect for individuality: The "one flesh" union doesn't erase the uniqueness of each person but creates something new and beautiful from their connection.
  • Growth and transformation: Marriage often becomes a crucible for personal growth as partners learn to love selflessly and adapt to one another's needs.


The good news is that God meets us where we are, with compassion for our struggles and healing for our wounds. Whether marriage has been a source of blessing or pain in our lives, God's love remains constant, offering wholeness and renewal.


©2025 James Dacey Jr.


Location: Tonawanda, NY 14150, USA

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