Title: Malachi’s Understanding of Unfaithfulness in Covenantal Marriage Relationships
Author: Stephen Oluwarotimi Y. Baba
Imprint: Langham Academic
Description
Biblical values are true for every age. Yet, under increasing influence from political, economic, and cultural spheres, covenantal marriage has seemingly lost its significance in the eyes of the world. As it stands, God’s design for marriage is overlooked in favour of unfaithful practices and frivolous divorces. How can Malachi’s teaching on covenantal dynamics speak into this pressing issue?
Countering this deterioration, Dr. Stephen Oluwarotimi Y. Baba proffers a biblical solution to covenantal marriage discussions through literary and exegetical examinations of Malachi 2:10–16. Exploring the pastoral implications of the text for the contemporary body of Christ, Dr. Baba reveals the inherent dangers of unfaithfulness in marriage unions. In doing so, he argues that God’s goal in Malachi is restoring the original glorious and eternal institution of marriage to its mirror, the marriage of God to His people. Outlining the biblical ethical values of marriage as covenant, this work offers a developed theological understanding of marital unfaithfulness for academic and church communities seeking fresh insight on the topic.
Endorsements
This book is a masterpiece that digs deep into the text of Malachi 2:10–16 to provide a detailed analysis of the theme of faithfulness within the context of covenantal marriage. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the biblical teachings on marriage, faithfulness, and covenantal relationship.
Ayuba Asheshe
General Secretary, ECWA (Evangelical Church Winning All)
This book on unfaithfulness in marriage relationships is a thorough study of Malachi 2:10–16 in the context of contemporary application. I have no hesitation in recommending Dr. Baba’s work to scholars of religion and other interested members of society.
George O. Folarin, PhD
Professor of New Testament and Christian Theological Studies in Africa, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria
I have reviewed this dissertation on covenantal marriage and find it appropriate and useful for addressing the increasing rate of divorce in Nigeria. Therefore, I endorse this scholarly work for publication so that it may enjoy wider circulation and benefit academics.
Musa A. B. Gaiya, PhD
Professor of Church History, University of Jos, Nigeria
Stephen’s dissertation employs the historical-grammatical exegetical method of inquiry and provides valuable insights into the meaning of unfaithfulness as used in Malachi 2:10–16. I strongly endorse this work for its scholarly and spiritual contributions.
Haruna Kuje Ayuba, PhD
Vice-Chancellor, Bingham University, Nigeria
In the modern age, where marriages are crumbling due to unfaithfulness, Dr. Stephen O. Baba’s serious study on this subject makes it a valuable tool for pastors, Bible teachers, students, marriage counsellors, couples, and even intending couples.
Samuel Waje Kunhiyop, PhD
Former General Secretary, ECWA (Evangelical Church Winning All)
