Vox Podcast With Mike Erre

How a first-century Jewish debate reshapes our understanding of Jesus' teachings on divorce, remarriage, and covenant love. Mike and Andy dive deep into one of the most misunderstood and misused verses in the Bible as part of their ongoing "Embarrassed By the Bible" Series. Taking on Jesus' statement that anyone who divorces and remarries commits adultery, they explore the cultural, theological, and pastoral layers beneath a question that is both deeply personal and widely debated: "Is divorce a sin?" Drawing heavily on the scholarship of David Instone-Brewer, Mike walks through the historical divorce conversations among the Pharisees, unpacking the nuances of Jesus' teaching in Matthew 19, and how it contrasts with modern readings. This episode offers a compassionate and nuanced look at what biblical grounds for divorce actually are—and how a covenantal theology of marriage goes far beyond contractual rules and consumer expectations. Key Takeaways: • Grounds for Divorce in the Ancient World – Infertility, ne