Posted by Jan in who cares? @ 23:55 on Nov 26 2005

what in the world?!!!!

I used to look up to Jaci!
now this!
what's up with this?
didn't they go to see a pastor?
the only reason God give to divorce
is adultry.
couldn't they work it out?
I am sorry to say that
jaci is no loger a role model for me.
she reminds me of Amy Grant,
I only hope it's not to late for her!

I'm praying for you jaci.

jan

Posted by Joe in New Jersey @ 20:31 on Nov 28 2005

What's equally sad is that her Christian parents set the standard by their own divorce. Many will say you're judging her, but the truth is, you're correct. We don't know the reason for her divorce, so I can't exclude adultery. Still, it is too easy to justify oneself when things aren't the way we expect them to be. American Christians already are at a 50% divorce rate....so in that regard, unfortunately, Jaci fits right it.

Posted by Fowz in South Africa @ 06:59 on Nov 29 2005

Jan, who are you to comment on Jaci's painful divorce by saying they could have seen a pastor. You don't know her. How do u know they didn't see a pastor to work it out? If adultery was the course it's none of your biz anyway!! Stop condemning & start consoling. Jaci, u'r still MY role-model - thru u'r divorce u hav kept ur eyes focused on God. I hav neva been married but I know 1 thing - God loves divorcees too!

Posted by czera in california @ 18:37 on Nov 29 2005

it really is too bad that her marriage ended that way. we shouldn't judge her because we all know that God still has something planned for her, the same way He continues to use all of us even if we sin everyday.
however, i guess this is really a jolt to us with regards to having role models. humans are too fallible so we should really just focus on the real role model, Jesus.

Posted by Melissa in Texas @ 03:53 on Dec 4 2005

All I can say is that I too am a very strong Christian woman who endured an abusive marriage which recently ended with me filing for and getting a divorce. God forgives. We should not lay blame. God is the ulitmate judge of this world. All sin even condeming others is wrong in his eyes This song is my anthem as I learn to live as a single parent and as I deal with my own personal self esteem issue. God is the only One who can erase the brainwashing I endured. Bless you, Jaci for giving me something to replace those terrible thoughts with. You are a blessing and a true messenger of God!

Posted by Tim in Canada @ 21:28 on Dec 6 2005

Well about divorce and adultery, she's divorced now but not adultery... If she marries another man, that's adultery. So I think jaci will stay single this time, marrying no one... We don't know her situation and we don't know her personally so we don't know why she was forced to divorce her husband. We can't judge her, only God and her knows the REAL reason.

Posted by karen in fresno @ 05:53 on Dec 8 2005

divorce is something God made so we can go ahead and do it. He had no choice but to put divorce because we people are so stubborn were gonna do it. If you dont pray if you simply dont pray for you and your spouse satan will come and end your marriage for you. No Matter whay the reason is divorce God hates.

Posted by NORM in Rhode Island @ 18:04 on Dec 14 2005

God bless you, Jaci, your situation, I hope, is nowhere near Amy Grant's. I've learned never to look at man as a role model, Lord knows how disappointed I've been many times in my life and how I've disappointed others as well. Jaci, continue to spread the message, perhaps in the future there will be reconciliation with your ex. Seek God first then a possible reconciliaiton. We love your music and the ministry you have provided for so many years. Don't give up. Ciao.

Posted by eVELYN qUINONEZ in fuLLERTON @ 23:58 on Dec 25 2005

hi jaci,
God BLess you!
all i want to say is that iam nobody to judge you, but this really looks bad. REally now people from the world think think that there is no difference from the world to being a christian. Making these mistakes constantly and not learning from them (amy GRant) are embarasing.

Posted by evey in NJ @ 00:47 on Dec 27 2005

hey, jaci, i just wanted to say thank you for letting God use you to make music for people like me.

Posted by Ral in Humility @ 17:04 on Dec 27 2005

It appears to me that most 'Christians' do not understand the Biblical standards for divorce. Not the standards set out by 'Christian' churches. In essence, ANY breach of the marital vows is grounds for divorce. The Levitical guide-lines are used only when no vows are taken. When vows are taken, God holds you to the standard that YOU vowed to.
At any rate, WE should mind our Own.

Posted by olanireti in nigeria @ 11:12 on Jan 3 2006

my parents got divorced years ago but its still painful very painful. i know from my mother the sense of failure and sadness tat comes from a divorce so i sympathise wth jaci, i dont agree that she's an amy grant either however i do know how Jan must feel. i feel it must come from a heart that wonders wat the answers are. i have recently wondered if i want to get married if a greater %age of those who are in the institution cant wait to get out and everyday i c someone who i thot please prove me wrong proving me right i hurt and i wonder if being a christian is enough requirment 4 marriage

Posted by Eunice in Silver Spring @ 02:05 on Jan 12 2006

It is so sad that fans of Jaci are turning on her just because she is human. We are all human and we make mistakes, though I'm not saying that that excuses us in anyway. I'm just saying that we should be merciful and not judge Jaci that way. I admire Jaci because she is a person who is open with her successes and her failures. Before I didn't know that Jaci has bipolar disorder. That really opened my eyes because it made me feel like Jaci was a real person like me and not some person I could never relate to.
God Bless You Jaci!

Posted by Julian Lopez in Texas @ 05:09 on Jan 13 2006

Have any of you ever paid attention to what the world thinks? They say Jaci is an anomaly, some thing that doesn't make sense; all the money in the world and fame just waiting for her and she just won't take it. That is what the world thinks! They say she is beautiful but unavailable because she is a christian. They know and have heard of her fight that every opportunity she has, people want her to sacrifice her values as a christian, but they see she will not. They think its cool but are bummed because they want to see skin.

Posted by Allen Robbins in Indiana/ Texas @ 17:12 on Jan 20 2006

"Him without Sin amongst you, cast the first stone." -Jesus of Nazareth

Posted by Zo in B'more, MD @ 23:31 on Feb 1 2006

Knowing Jaci the little that we have the blessing of, we can rest peacefully in knowing that she did try 150% to make things work considering the situation. We're not sure your definition of adultery considering she isn't married any longer (nor do we know if they sought annulment - would that appease your mutable thoughts better), seeing how Webster's defines it as "adultery: voluntary sexual intercourse between a married man and someone other than his wife or between a married woman and someone other than her husband" We do not foresee this from the situation as is current. Not this.

Posted by someone @ 19:24 on Feb 7 2006

maybe people from the world thinks we're like them because of divorce...but i know people from the world can help and love someone who's doin bad much more than christians...just imagine bein at her place...and read ur comments, it can be revoltin.
also, i think it's a much more worse testimony, this lack of love and compassion! because Jesus said it's with the love we have for one another ...etc... where's love in so many of ur comments? do u think jacy needs to read all that? do u think u're reflectin Jesus? i dont...

Posted by Alicia in Ohio @ 17:05 on Feb 9 2006

There but for the grace of God go I. Didn't God say for us not to judge lest we be judged ourselves? Come on! All you judging Jaci and Amy Grant are just as sinful as they are. Thank God for grace!

Posted by Nikki Weekly in Georgia @ 22:54 on Feb 14 2006

Divorce is always the easy way out. I was 24 when I married my husband and yes, the first two years were not very pleasant but we stuck it out. Being that her husband is in some rock band I wonder if they were not compatible in the first place; however, once you say "I do," you need to give it a chance--my opinion, she didn't give it enough of a chance. I will no longer buy her records. We as Christians have got to do better than this--and I am not judging.

Posted by Meridith in Philadelphia @ 02:37 on Feb 19 2006

I can't believe this-this is really sad. What is going on with Christians these days? No one is perfect, but there should be an explaination. Are artist's like Amy Grant and Jaci true Christians? Is the fruit they are producing good? Unfortunately I can't listen to her music anymore, nor will I support it. Her example to other girls listening to her music will plant the idea in their minds that it is okay to divorce your spouse. Its not okay, we are called upon to be set apart!

Posted by Adriana in USA @ 18:21 on Feb 23 2006

WHY DID YOU GET INTO A DIVORCE i THOUGH YOU TRUSTED God OH WELL IM STILL PRAYING FOR YOU

Posted by Israel in Philippines @ 01:34 on Mar 3 2006

I'm disappointed to hear about Jaci's divorce. It must have been hard for her. I hope that she will always remember that her divorce is legal in American law but biblically she can't marry again because that will be adultery. If she'll marry again that will be a real problem and a stumbling block to many.

Posted by Jessica in NC @ 04:24 on Mar 8 2006

Well... I am no one to judge and will not! But I do want to say that before this ever occurred Jaci herself admitted to suffering from depression, and I believe even being bipolar. THere are issues much DEEPER to all of this. Jaci needs counseling, she needs to let God heal the ROOT of the problem. Selling millions of CDS is great, but being FREE of all shame, guilt, depression, hurt and pain IS EVEN BETTER. What can you possible give if you haven't recieved it yourself?

Posted by Tom Catholic in Phils @ 22:32 on Mar 24 2006

I may not understand her reason for divorcing, it mayb very difficult for her to bear. But as long as we dont follow what Christs examples, were no good as Christians "Thou shall not commit adultery" We'll have our own trials & weaknesses.Im not perfect myself. God can do to make it things work out. All things work for those who Love HIM. I've been a huge fan of Jaci.Im sad things now has all change. I cant blame her. Every action has it consequences & every mistake we rise & try to do the right thing. To jaci May God bless

Posted by RUBY in TEXAS @ 15:33 on Mar 25 2006

JACI, WHY DID YOU LET THAT HAPPEN TO YOU!?! THAT IS SUCH RUBBISH THAT YOUR MARRIAGE DIDNT WORK OUT BECAUSE IF YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND REALLY DID LOVE EACH OTHER YOU WOULD MAKE IT WORK BECAUSE LOVEING SOMEONE IS A CHOICE! YOU CAN EITHER CHOOSE TO LOVE THAT PERSON FOR THE REST OF YOU LIFE OR JUST GIVE UP LIKE THE WAY YOU AND YOUR SPOUSE DID. BUT OTHERWISE IM KINDA GLAD THAT YOUR PULLING THROUGH THIS AND STILL BELEIVING IN GOD. WE ALL LOVE YOU JACI FOR WHO YOU ARE INSIDE AND OUT! AND WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU!

Posted by Robert T in California @ 21:03 on Apr 1 2006

Hello Folks,

I am just now, hearing of this sad news, of Jaci and Darren's divorce. As a fan of Jaci's great music ministry, since 1996, my heart goes out to them both. May God's AMAZING LOVE surround them both, during this difficult time in their lives(the past 8 months and more). I believe the Lord will help Jaci and Darren through this hurting process. In God's precious timing, His plans will come to fruition. Also this divorce will not change my opinion of JaciV, I will still be a fan of hers and her wonderful music!
In His Comfort,(1COR.13:4-8)
Rob

Posted by amanda niles in sacramento @ 07:15 on Apr 4 2006

I do not agree with Karen . Divorce was not made by god so that we could go ahead and do it. On the contrary, god said specifically in the bible that he hates divorce and there is no excus for a married cupple to split unless one of them dies. I believe that if you truly ask god for his help, he will be there with you and help you find another way to work things out besides divorce.

Posted by San-Sebastian in Las Vegas @ 04:08 on Apr 19 2006

God Bless you Jaci and always know you are in my heart and prayers..... and know that God will bless you deeply. You have a very beautiful spirit..... I just know. You are an angel, a Light of God.......with lots of blessings to you..... I give my love, support and prayers......siempre.

Posted by chris in mn @ 05:26 on May 2 2006

I've been listening to Worship music mainly the past couple of years and didn't know Jaci married. I read an interview online of hers tonight that happend to be two years old & she mentioned in the interview that her husband didn't know how she was or what she did for a living when they first met. I thought that was wierd right there. He must not have been in to Christian music the past 9 years before that or he for SURE would have known who she was. She never mentioned one godly quality she loved about him. She said that he was funny and that any girl would want him. Hmm. We love her still!

Posted by Queenslin in India @ 10:01 on May 6 2006

HEY peoaple is this way u treat the broken heart people
by saing those harmful words
you are the people who are sinning riht now
May be it was not God's will that they must be together i think
But she says that she feels the presence of God MORE THAN BEFORE WHAT WOULD SHE NEED THAN THE PRESENCE OF GOD WHO GAVE HIS LIFE FOR HER IS ALWAYS WITH HER?
I THINK THERE IS NO WRONG IN WHAT SHE DID IT WAS WRITTEN IN HEAVEN THATS WAT HAPPENED

Posted by Christina in Anderson, California @ 02:07 on May 15 2006

I think it is amazing how we put people up on a pedestal. I was really surprised to read about Sandi Patty and her divorce , but when it comes down to it WE ARE all human and people who get put it there for everyone to see are human and make mistakes! Remember in God's eyes the wrong things that each of us do is just the same as the wrong things that happen in others lives as well. God allows us to come back to Him adultery or not, make sure your relationship with Him is strong! Don't judge let you be judged.

Posted by Angela in USA @ 00:44 on Jun 6 2006

I agree with others who have said that Jesus is supposed to be our role model--not man--and that we should not judge lest we be judged. I say I have to disagree with the subject of remarriage=adultery--based upon this, if God blesses my mother, a strong woman who's walked with Christ through some really rough times, with a second chance with marriage with the man that is for her, she isn't allowed to accept His gift because it's "adultery"? Sorry. The Bible is God's word, but it's not his final word. He speaks to us and moves through us as individuals.

Posted by shrimp king in auckalnd new zealnd @ 07:24 on Jun 20 2006

hey jaci!!
guess wat ??God uses broken vessels!!!u have been such a blessing to many even at this time,when things look messed up!!! i pray that rivers of living waters wuld flow out of ur life!!god bless u in all dat u do !!!this is the year of establishment !!wait and watch how god is goin to shine out his glory thru ur life in the comin days!!!!!

Posted by Jodi in London, UK @ 22:03 on Jul 12 2006

I'm reminded of something my Dad said once. He said that Christians are the only people who shoot their wounded. I'm not sure if we're the only ones, but we're pretty good at it. At some point, we will ALL stumble and fall. When that happens, how do you want to be treated? God bless you Jaci.

Posted by Joy in Nigeria @ 16:04 on Jul 17 2006

Yes,God hates divorce and this one is really disappointing,especially since i`m not over Amy Grant`s embarrassing episode yet.Still,this is not the time to throw stones,and none of us is without sin so who is casting the first one?Jaci,i pray that the Lord will give you grace and see you thru this stormy period.you are loved.

Posted by Scot in Kansas @ 16:37 on Jul 31 2006

I am so sorry and will be praying for you. Yes you do remind me of Amy Grant. You did from day one and she is aNother person who went through an ugly experience and learned to really rely on God. Thanks for your heart, I will be praying for you daily.

Posted by MWELWA in kitwe,Zambia,central Africa @ 11:10 on Aug 15 2006

HEY JACI I HEARD ABOUT YOUR DIVORCE NEWS,IT WAS REALLY BAD.YOU KNOW IN LIFE WERE MARRIAGE IS CONCERNED BOTH OF YOU SHOULD PUT IN THEIR BEST TO MAKE THE MARRIAGE WORK NOW IF ONE DOESN`T IT ENDS IN DIVORCE.WELL GOD IS WITH YOU DEAR MOVE ON. AS FOR ME IT HAS MADE NO DIFFERENCE HOW I LOOK AT YOU,YOU ARE STILL MY MUSIC HERO. AFRICAN FAN.

Posted by Hilary in California @ 04:42 on Sep 7 2006

How unfair for people to think it is Jaci's fault. The fact that she has opened up to share even a little about her divorce says a lot. None of you seem to know what happened, so you should not try to fill in the blanks and place blame on anyone. Your place is on your knees in prayer for Jaci and Darren, regardless of the situation.

Posted by Josh in Chula Vista, CA @ 08:16 on Sep 20 2006

The one thing that all people do weather the most devout, or the least devout to GOD is to JUDGE. Have we all as children of our Lord forgotten that we have but one Judge. It is not for us to Judge Jaci Velasquez. She is as human as us and has the same rights under our Father to Make a mistake or not, and or to ask for forgivness. Didnt Jesus say we must take the board out of our eye before we can judge a splinter in some one elses.

Posted by Chris in MN @ 16:03 on Sep 21 2006

HI AGAIN
I wrote above on May 2 of this year. I can see now that it looks kind of mean. I ran out of characters. I am very sorry for that. Jaci if you read this, I am very sorry. 99.9 percent of couples don't marry to get a divorce. Most people marry to live a great life together. God knows Jaci's heart and it is beautiful because Jesus makes her and all of us beautiful when we attach our hearts to His, even when we miss the mark. I am a mark-misser myself. Thank you for reading this.

Posted by karin in South Africa @ 09:03 on Oct 3 2006

There is no such thing as "It did not work out"
Marriage is a covenant. Your commitment to unconditional love for your partner.
Divorce comes from selfishness. Fullstop.
Jesus said God allowed it because of the hardness of our hearts.

Posted by Irene in California @ 09:45 on Oct 8 2006

As Christians we should extend our hearts and hands out to people like Jaci, Amy and all those who find themselves in similiar situations. Our role is not to judge nor to condemn. Our actions will be guided when we follow the law given to us by Christ, "Love one another as I have loved you".

Posted by merary in kansas @ 23:08 on Nov 15 2006

Nada mas una cosa, hemos sido llamados a ser testigos y no jueces. y El que cree estar firme, mire que no caiga. por que vemos la paja en el ojo de nuestra hermana y no vemos el tronco que tenemos en nuestro ojo. DIOS NOS BENDIGA.

Posted by Robyn Durstine in Lakewood, CO @ 06:05 on Dec 14 2006

I think many Christians focus on the wrong thing. There is NOWHERE recorded in the gospels where Jesus pointed out someone's mistake in a painful and humiliating way. Even if her divorce was sin (I can't say because I don't know what happened) it doesn't change God's love for her or her calling. Yes, there needs to be a time of restoration. But she is human! Can we hold her to a higher standard that we would hold anyone else to? Jaci - I love your music and heart. I will be in music ministry one day and remember your openness through this.

Posted by Gary in Fort Worth @ 03:28 on Dec 15 2006

In respects to the sanctity of marriage it so neccessary to develop the intervention strategies to salvage it to those around the young couple. I do not quite know what happened in Jaci's marriage and I know God forgives and that from a husband's perspective the love must be as Christ who never gives up on us. I ponder that perhaps their is too much idealism in some marriages that does not consider the cost of serving in a perserving love that cleaves.

Posted by christy @ 05:56 on Dec 15 2006

Ever since I heard Jaci's music, I've appreciated her songs and I had highly recommended her to other singers and musicians such as myself.
Jaci, I hope you would be able to recover from the situation. Though I may not know you personally, we serve one God and live one mission. I'll be praying for you.
May God bless the rest of your days and may your music touch more lives as just as it has touched mine.

Posted by Priscilla in Virginia Beach @ 22:24 on Feb 9 2007

I think with Jaci it all boiled down to if she married the wrong person, and if she made the choice that this was the one and she just followed her feelings. I wonder if she really sought God in the choice of ex-husband, or rushed into things because of its the age to get married and the guy. or if she knew what marriage entailed or went through extensive premarital counseling. If she did go through premarital counseling, I believe the problems would be detected early so there would be ways to handle it. For a christian music artist as Jaci to end in divorce causes young people to no longer look up to her as they did and sends a bad example for kids.

Posted by kyle in philippines @ 03:47 on Mar 1 2007

God is not in control of the earth,as what in Genesis says that Let us make man in our own image and let them rule over all the earth, God cannot control your decisions od any of your plans,He CAN,but He must not because if He will do that He would destroy what Has been written in the BIBle. Its embarrasing what happen to JACI, but as one of the listeners of JACI have you uttered a prayer for her even once,this issue might be an excuse for non believers,the thought is not about they divorced,the point is that have they prayed about their future mate long before. Theres nothing to change about JACI, LEts just continue with our own ministry,but the sad fact about JACI is that I HAVE LEARNED FROM A MISTAKE. Supposed to be we can learn without getting into a mistake but........................

Posted by Janet in Texas @ 02:57 on Apr 13 2007

I think that Jaci's decission to divorce was wrong, but hopefully she has a good excuse.
She was my role model but not anymore.
Jaci i Pray for you.

Posted by Obro in Gobro @ 05:32 on May 12 2007

I just found out about this. I think people divorce too easily nowadays, and find excuses for it. It's easy to find excuses for it.
She doesn't have to make the reasons for the divorce public, however, her career being so public demands a better explanation. Otherwise people will assume it was frivolous. Can you stop them from doing that? Maybe start with a good reason for a divorce and I think people would understand.

Posted by Eloisa in California @ 22:20 on May 19 2007

I'm a divorced christian woman, it does not matter what happened to cause the divorce, the fact is that it's there. It hurts, it's like a death, but each day give it to Jesus, and he WILL get you through! I love your music Jaci!!!!!!!

Posted by Escarlet in California @ 20:47 on Jul 13 2007

I will always LOVE Jaci just as much if not MORE!!! God bless you Jaci!!! I would never judge anybody...

Posted by sonia in PA @ 00:04 on Sep 26 2007

*crys*i love Jaci she is my favorate person and keeps me going as a Christian ,God Bless Her and i will pray for her at least 3 hours a day,she is an inspiration!I am only 11 and i am in Gods hands i give my all to God and i hope that Jacis life is going well with her new Husband

Posted by meg in philippines @ 16:19 on Sep 29 2007

i was pretty shocked with jacis divorce with her husband. I know it is painful to go through this situation. I just learned that when you enter into marriage, you have to pray for it and ask God to guide you. I believe that marriage is sacred and you gave a vow to your partner and to God to love each other for bitter or for worst, in sickness and in health, for richer or poorer, 'till death do u part. i hope and pray that as christians, we should always remember what we have vowed to our partner and to God. I believe that divorce is not the ultimate solution of a marriage. we should always put in our hearts that marriage is not just for good times but it is also through hard and very difficult times. Godbless jaci.

Posted by maddy in Nevada @ 04:23 on Oct 2 2007

I see that many people see you different now that you are re-married.. I just wish you and Nic the best!! You are truely a great person and a great insperation.. thank you for everything.. God Bless you both...

Posted by MJ in Ocala, Florida @ 17:56 on Oct 17 2007

I see nothing in my count, I do believed that everyone will be judge by one, that's GOD himself. Remember Maria Magdalen. To move one and don't sin no more. I believed that everyone is not in tittle for non-had come to perfections. Life is a forever learning to and for us. I do know that if by any ways, I pray that God himself only do the job of looking at what people did. And no one else. I pray that she comes to peace with God and because of Jesus dying for us to have life and pursue that to live life righteous with his help and guidence until that time has end I believed no one is to judge or say I don't like. She's not a model. Don't look what she did, but listen to her voice because that God's voice not her. See her with love and compassion. Questions is what if that is you? Would you want love and compassion too. Accept, for who she is because she is one of image that God made. This is my comment is to continue doing the right thing and I believe Jesus will intercede on your behalf for your heart is going after God. God Bless and you are loved here.....

Posted by Ashley in Apopka @ 22:18 on Dec 11 2007

I hope this second marriage wont fail, after all a child was born.
I'll pray hat it wont!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Paul in Saugus @ 00:16 on Dec 30 2007

It is so sad to see how many of those who post here are spouting off about the Bible and showing their ignorance of the Bible.
1) In 1 Corinthians 5, the apostle Paul makes it clear we ARE to judge those in the church, and NOT to judge those outside the church. In 2 Corinthians though, Paul chides the church there for not accepting back this same sinner when he had repented.
2) As someone stated above, only for adultery or abandonment is divorce allowed by God. Even the woman who had the abusive/molesting husband has no "Biblical" grounds for divorce. (Legal seperation for the protection of the children is absolutely necessary, but not divorce...even though to my human side, it seems justified to divorce, God's Word is the final say)
3) Lastly, isn't sad that people in the church do the same thing as the world, and hold people as role models just because they can sing, regardless of sin in their lives. (Someone said, she's still a MY role model...try a little more in-depth study of God's Word instead of idol worship.) After listening to Jaci's interview, it sounds like she has received proper counseling and is restored. Can we just look to her as a Christian artist whose voice we enjoy and not hold her up as 1 iota more special than any other Christian?? Worship the Creator! Not the created.

Posted by Rylore in Canada @ 03:04 on Jan 16 2008

You people need to absorb LESS society and MORE Bible. There is NO just cause for divorce. Matthew is the only book wherein a cause is stated. It is not in Mark nor in Luke. Why? Because Matthew wrote to the Jews. He expressed Jewish customs. Look it up. Research it. Jews had a betrothal period of about 1 year. In that time they called each other husband and wife, though they were not yet. Look at the story of Mary and Joseph and you'll see this truth. In that period, if a person committed adultery, they could divorce. That is why Joseph sought to divorce Mary, because he thought she had committed adultery. They were not yet married! After they were married, they could not seek such a thing. In the same breath, Jesus said, "Let NOT man separate what GOD has joined together!" He also pointed them back to Genesis - one man, one woman, for life!
Unequally yoked is not a cause either. Read Paul's letters. He stated emphatically that if a Christian is married to a non-Christian, the Christian is NOT to seek a divorce, "For what do you know [Christian] whether you shall save your [spouse]?" If the non-Christians seeks a divorce, the Christian is to let them go.
If your husband beats you or molests your children, you STILL do NOT have a right to divorce. You have Biblical grounds for separation, but with the intent of getting the other party some help and having in mind reconciliation. If you do cannot reconcile, the Bible commands you to remain SINGLE!

Posted by Jesus_fan in cali @ 10:58 on Feb 6 2008

My prayers continue with Jaci. And I agree, we need to focus and look up to Jesus not a man or woman. Also, I just hope that if it's God's will for me to be married, that I won't rush into anything and let God let me know who and when it is to be.

Posted by Jeff in LA @ 16:13 on Mar 11 2008

The actual reason for allowing divorce is fornication, of which adultery is a type. Is all fornication physical? Apparently not, if we are to believe the bible! Read about Esau in Hebrews 12:15-16.

Posted by Rosetta in Nigeria @ 17:26 on Mar 18 2008

Hi jaci, i just want to take this great oppurtinity to thank you for affecting my life in such a wonderful way. defininately i know no one is perfect but thats why the grace of God is so bountiful.
Jaci, any time i remember you, hear your music or see you on tv, i just know that amidst all the challenges i am facing now, i will still be a gospel mucian who will affect my world with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

I am sso glad about the birth of your son, my dear.
just to encourage you to remain strong as u've always been, cos you are a blessing to several thousand of people around the world even here in Nigeria.
I love you very much
God bless you and your family in Jesus name amen

remember you are the percious child of God

hope to hear from you as soon as possible

Posted by TSue in California @ 20:18 on Mar 18 2008

No one but Christ can judge us for the way we live our lives for Him. Yet, I wonder if Christians were meant for all the trappings fame, glory and wealth bring in the crossover world of Christian music?? Certainly something to ponder!

Posted by Tonks in OH @ 02:54 on May 17 2008

God is always fair life how ever is not. there are alot of reasons for divorce. I love God with all my soul and mind. You need to get your facts better. This is the world divorce happends. two people i love it happend to and they both believe in god. Lrean about life before you jugde Jaci she is a good role modle.

Posted by Lexi in Texas @ 19:25 on May 18 2008

This is the reason why some people don't like Christians.
WHO ARE YOU ALL TO JUDGE JACI?? Are you all so self-righteous?? And Isnt Christianity about being compassionate and loving like Jesus?
WHAT WOULD JESUS DO? I don't think Jesus would choose a singer as a role model! She is only human.
FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WILL BE AFFECTED BY JACI'S DIVORCE, WOW! THAT SHOWS WHO YOU ARE TRULY FOLLOWING!!
JACI I HOPE YOU DONT LET THESE NEGATIVE COMMENTS AFFECT YOU AND YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD.

Posted by ADEYEMI in NIGERIA @ 13:44 on May 23 2008

Love Jaci so much,but still have not recovered from the shock.I know she must have gone through hell before she chose to do what nobody even unbelievers can approve of;its not like we are not compassionate but Love does not rejoice in evil report.No matter what any Pastor will explain,the Bible is the fina l authority and it says''the lord thy God hates PUTTING AWAY.'' My lesson is to be spiritual (not emotional )when we want to get married.God cannot give us spouses that will make us do what he hates.OH THAT GOD WILL HEAL JACI's MARRIAGE IN JESUS NAME.

Posted by Josie Duran in Salinas Ca. @ 20:52 on Aug 6 2008

i love u and i've been a fan of yours since you first came out with your very first cd. you've always been a inspearation with all the song that God has given you to sing. im sorry that you had to go thought a divorce but i know that everything happens for a resion. im so proud of you because your a very strong person. keep following the plans that God has for you.
love always,
josie duran.

Posted by kay in City of Dreams @ 20:21 on Aug 29 2008

People should judge our other brothers and sisters because the bible says there is not one that's is righteous. When Jesus came he didn't judge you. Give the gal a break we all make mistakes. Beside people with experience have more compassion than people with an argument.

Posted by bem in davao, philippines @ 16:22 on Oct 13 2008

jaci, just like all of us, is living under God's grace and mercy.. that is why it is very important that we constantly fix our eyes on JESUS because if we keep looking up on people we end up discouraged.. jaci divorced with her previous husband, and that is clearly none of our business, right guys??.. it's between God and her... so instead of wasting so much of your time, for all of you who are limiting God's grace in this kind of circumstance, judging jaci's decision.. why not reflect on God's word and ask Him to bless your marriage so you wouldn't find yourself ending up on the same situation as jaci's.. some people are just so unbelievably SELF-RIGHTEOUS at times.. JUST FIX YOUR EYES ON JESUS.. so you wouldn't stumble and fall, and instead of criticizing the person, just pray for her ... God bless