Marriage counselor Rev. Dr. Nanayaa Owusu-Prempeh has highlighted that marriage is not a necessity for everyone, challenging the common misconception that it is.
She referred to Biblical teachings, specifically Apostle Paul’s preference for celibacy while acknowledging that marriage might be preferable for those lacking self-control to prevent sin.
In an interview on TV3’s Confession show, Rev. Dr. Owusu-Prempeh urged society to stop judging those who choose not to marry, emphasizing that marriage is not compulsory.
She also pointed out that individuals who decide against marriage should be aware of the potential challenges, such as the absence of children to support them later in life.
“We are not all supposed to get married. Marriage is a choice. As Christians, we have role models, such as Apostle Paul, who chose not to marry. In 1 Corinthians 7, he says he wished no man would have a wife, but if you cannot control yourself, you should marry.
“Yes, it’s better to marry than to masturbate or burn with passion. You should not condemn people who choose not to marry, but they shouldn’t expect my child to run errands for them because they chose not to marry,” she said.