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1 Corinthians 7:12

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
But to the rest speak I, not the Lord: If any brother hath a wife that believeth not, and she be pleased to dwell with him, let him not put her away.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Now I'm speaking for myself here, not passing along a direct command from Jesus: If you're a Christian guy and your wife isn't a believer, but she's cool with staying married to you, don't divorce her.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Different beliefs don't have to break a marriage if both people want to make it work.

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