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Unequally Yoked

Writer's picture: Christy SchuetteChristy Schuette

August 18

Job 15-17

Psalm 93

Proverbs 20:22-23

2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Unequally Yoked


“Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever?” 2 Corinthians 6:14-15 ESV


This is a difficult passage, but it cannot be dismissed. I think ignoring this passage leads to much heartache, difficulty, and pain. I believe this refers to many different areas of our lives. The one where it is used most often is in reference to dating and marital relationships. It is not intended to make it more difficult for us, but rather it is God’s protection for us. The most important thing in our lives should be our relationship with Jesus. If that is our number one priority, then it will affect every aspect of our lives. Our lives cannot be compartmentalized into spiritual matters and nonspiritual matters. Everything is affected by our relationship with Jesus. Our work, our leisure activities, our financial priorities, our family time, our parenting styles, etc. Marriage is difficult. Two lives are joined as one, so there are bound to be conflicts. When both of you are seeking to follow Jesus and are living according to biblical principles, your ultimate priorities are the same and you can compromise and prayerfully resolve those issues. If your spouse is not committed to Jesus, their priorities are different, and it is very difficult to reach a resolution. There will be major differences about childrearing, how to spend your money, what to do in your free time, etc. When your ultimate goals are different, conflict is inevitable.


This also applies to business relationships. Entering partnerships with people who do not share your biblical values will lead to conflict. Differences in financial priorities, ethical responsibilities and personal relationships can cause difficulties that are hard to overcome. God has graciously included this warning to us in His Word to protect us from some of these issues. Marrying a Christian or entering partnerships with a Christian does not guarantee that we will not experience conflict, but it does at least give you a good foundation. If you are both seeking God, He can help you resolve any issues that arise. It is very important that before you enter any relationship, you prayerfully seek God to determine if that is His will for you. If the person is not a believer, it is clear from God’s Word that it is not His best for you, and you should not pursue it any further. It is best not to even date anyone who is not a believer because once you are in the relationship, emotions get involved, and then it is very difficult to walk away. I know this sounds harsh, but it is God’s way of protecting us from the difficulties that relationship will inevitably bring. It is easy to convince ourselves that we can change them, but it is very unlikely. If you already recognize things you want to change about them during the early stages of the relationship when you are enamored with them, that is a huge red flag. Don’t settle for anything less than God’s best for you and that is always someone who loves Jesus and will encourage you in your faith.


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