The counsel that Paul has given in 1 Corinthians 7:25–31 is not meant solely for believers who face persecution (although persecution adds weight to it). His counsel deserves the attention of all believers, especially those who are not yet married. This becomes clear in 1 Corinthians 7:32–35, where Paul explains the difference between married and unmarried life.
32 Or, je voudrais que vous soyez sans inquiétude. Celui qui n'est pas marié s'inquiète des choses du Seigneur, des moyens de plaire au Seigneur;