So You want to get Married! Why?

I am going to be doing a series on 'So you want to get Married' and here is an introduction. 

Firstly, I am not here to lay down rules or dos and don’ts but to share my thoughts about why should we really go into this institution called marriage and probably think very well before we embark on this blissful journey created by God. Indeed marriage is a beautiful thing!

Now, can we pray enough before getting married to this person to make sure he or she is the right person? Do I love him or her enough to get married and knowing that love is really not enough to a lasting marriage. Also the most famous remark people always say; I heard from God that he or she is 'The One'. Was it really God? Now bearing in mind a lot of people have said that they heard from God that this person is their spouse and still ended up in divorce. Does this mean God is liar? (God forbid because His words clearly states God is not a Human that he should lie in Numbers 23:19) or people just hear what they Want to hear. Possibly they actually heard from God! So what happened? 

This is a very important question that everyone should ponder about with regards to "why do I want to get married". Is it just okay to be in love with each other! Is love more than enough? What about finances? Is the person buoyant enough to look after me? How much money really should either party be worth? Should I get married for the sake of companionship or so I can be free from my parents. Or to be counted amongst the married couples or you want someone to make you happy because it’s getting really boring been alone? Or maybe you've always wanted a big fancy wedding? Or it’s the age factor, because all your friends in your inner circle are married.

Are you getting married to this person solely because you are pregnant or been pressured too. Why should we really get married? Lastly but the list is not exhausted, are you getting married because you are pregnant or you believe you are ready to settle down? Or should I even get married at all? Better still, It could just be for my immigration status.

This is such a huge topic and I would love to hear your opinions, your thoughts about what you think. Whether, you are already married or not, divorce or in a relationship. Why do you want to or did you get married? Am eager to hear your opinions, please share your views and thoughts with me and others. In my next series I will be discussing my opinion and I would also be sharing professional and experts opinions on the subject matter. Until then I look forward to hearing from you. All opinions are welcome! Like I said I am here to learn from you too. J