Bible Quote by Lance B. Wickman
![“Marriage of a man and a woman is clear in Biblical teaching in the Old Testament as well as in the New [Testament] teaching. Anyone who seeks to put that notion asunder is likewise running counter to what Jesus Himself said.” quote by Lance B. Wickman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a79/lance-b-wickman-15289_bible_marriage-of-a-man-and-a-woman-is-clear-i_1478731.jpg)
“Marriage of a man and a woman is clear in Biblical teaching in the Old Testament as well as in the New [Testament] teaching. Anyone who seeks to put that notion asunder is likewise running counter to what Jesus Himself said.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Biblical Marriage Teaching, 2010
Biblical texts present marriage as a union between a man and a woman, and opposing this view contradicts Jesus' teachings.
In simple terms: Bible says marriage is man‑woman; opposing it opposes Jesus.
Key Takeaway
Respect scriptural definitions when discussing marriage.
Themes
faith
tradition
gender roles
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- church counseling
- family law
- religious education
Key Concepts
Theology
biblical literalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do cultural contexts affect biblical interpretation?
- Can inclusive language coexist with tradition?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of scripture vary across denominations.
![“Marriage between a man and a woman is central to God’s plan for the eternal destiny of His children. As such, traditional marriage is a foundational doctrine and cannot change. [November 7, 2013]” quote by LDS Church](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/71c/lds-church-47854_children_marriage-between-a-man-and-a-woman-is-ce_1882597.jpg)
![“The Biblical manuscripts are quite unequivocally clear on the issue of marriage and its definition. The law of the land may change, however the Holy Writ shall not." ~R. Alan Woods [2013]” quote by R. Alan Woods](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/276/r-alan-woods-1455_definition_the-biblical-manuscripts-are-quite-unequ_1383232.jpg)
![“[Genderless marriage] is contrary to God's law, to revealed Word. Scripture, ancient and modern, could not be clearer on the definition that the Lord and His agents have given to marriage down through the dispensations.” quote by Lance B. Wickman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/05a/lance-b-wickman-15289_agents_genderless-marriage-is-contrary-to-god-s_467791.jpg)
