The only real requirement Scripture gives for a marriage partner is that we be equally yoked.
Marriage Prep
Romantic regret can haunt some people for their entire lives.
Living together was a farce, a halfhearted commitment with a huge “Exit” sign looming over it.
Non-Affectionate This is not the problem for most couples. Often there’s a need to restrain the passions that run so strong at this point in a relationship. Setting the flames of romance aside for a moment, is your friend comfortable with giving and receiving affection? Does he/she show appropriate affection to friends, parents, siblings, etc.? …
God will likely use two sources through which to communicate to you about such a decision: your head and your heart.
Angry I’m not talking about one’s ability to experience the feeling of anger; all of us should be able to identify that God-given emotion in our lives. I’m talking primarily about frozen anger — resentment. When we hold on to anger and don’t address it, bad things often happen. There may be issues about unforgiveness in …
Many people mistakenly believe that living together is an effective way to test a potential marriage. But is cohabitation really a smart move for couples interested in a healthy, lasting marriage?
A thriving marriage only works when both husband and wife leave home and cleave to each other. They must be prepared to do so in various ways.
The term “soul mate” does not appear in the Bible. However, the Bible does provide us with plenty of guidance to help us form lasting relationships.
At least one of the purposes of your engagement season is to make sure you’ve made the right decision.
How will I know that I’m ready to wed? Dr. Greg Smalley is often asked this question by engaged couples, so he offers his personal insights on how couples can better understand love.
A marriage vow is a special and powerful promise — and we need it for many reasons. If you’re living together but you’re not married yet, consider the power of the vow.
There’s a reason traditional marriage vows have endured for centuries.
For my 12 year anniversary, I’ve highlighted 12 pieces of newlywed advice I wish I could share with the newlywed version of myself.
Statistics doom second marriages like Jerry and Kelly’s. Seeking premarital guidance from a Christian counseling ministry was the logical choice to proactively protect their marriage.
Understanding the challenges of stepfamily living can help you make an informed decision about remarriage.
There are a lot of problems that can cripple or fatally wound a marriage, whether it’s just starting or yet to come.
There is not a great wealth of research on the best age to marry, but there is some good data that can be helpful.
Planning for “the day” or for a lifetime? Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley discuss the benefits of preparing for marriage and the beauty of God’s design for marriage.
It’s normal to have conflict — and it’s unavoidable. According to the Bible, what matters most is how you handle the fighting in your marriage.
