Are All Newlyweds Truly Wed?

In 1936, the world watched as King Edward VIII abdicated the British throne to marry a twice-divorced American woman, Wallis Simpson. His decision shocked the monarchy, scandalized the press, and triggered rebuke from moral and religious leaders alike. Archbishop Cosmo Lang, then head of the Church of England, solemnly declared:

“The Christian conscience and the standards of our society are outraged when the sacred laws of marriage are set aside for passion’s sake.” – Archbishop Cosmo Lang, then head of the Church of England

Edward’s abdication was not just political - it was spiritual. He chose unlawful remarriage over righteous leadership. Though he wore royal garments, he surrendered his crown to embrace what God’s Word calls adultery.

The question remains today: Are all newlyweds truly wed? Just as in Edward’s time, modern couples often enter marriage without regard to covenant. Many remarry while former spouses still live, ignoring Christ’s clear warning:

“Whosoever marrieth her that is put away from her husband committeth adultery.” – Luke 16:18

The Apostle Paul affirms this in the first letter to the Corinthians where he states:

“Art thou bound unto a wife? seek not to be loosed. Art thou loosed from a wife? seek not a wife.” -1 Corinthians 7:27

“The wife is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth…” -1 Corinthians 7:39

If a Pastor claims Christ, he must repent of his marrying or approving of divorced people.

God’s design for marriage is not emotional, social, or political. It is covenantal and eternal until death. A true wedding is not officiated merely by a minister or authorized by a license, it is sealed by Heaven itself (Matthew 19:6).

Edward VIII’s compromise echoed through history. But it also stands as a warning for the Church today. The world may have softened its conscience, but Heaven has not changed its standard.

Truly Wed Mission exists to sound the trumpet: not all weddings are true marriages. Many are celebrated in ignorance, sanctioned by silence, and lead to spiritual confusion. Yet God calls His people to holiness, not sentiment. To righteousness, not romance. To truth, not tradition.

We must ask again, sincerely, solemnly, scripturally: Are all newlyweds truly wed? And if not, what must we do to restore the fear of God and the altar of marriage?

In Conclusion, For those unsure of their standing, we offer truth, repentance, and hope. As Edward gave up a crown for compromise, may we instead lay down our pride and receive a crown of righteousness.