“What is the purpose of marriage?”……Is it necessary for a Christian to marry? What is the purpose of marriage? The Bible has a lot to say about this topic. Since the first marriage was between the first man and the first woman, it is assumed that marriage is God’s will for most people. It was […]

“What does it mean to be one flesh in a marriage?”……The term “one flesh” comes from the Genesis account of the creation of Eve. It describes the process by which God created Eve from a rib taken from Adam’s side as he slept.   Genesis 2:21-24 So the Lord God caused the man to fall […]

“What does the Bible say about remarriage after the death of your spouse?”……Is a person eligible for remarriage after he/she is widowed? Not only does the Bible not speak against remarriage after a spouse dies, in some cases, it actually encourages it (1 Corinthians 7:8-91 Timothy 5:14). The Jewish culture in biblical times also encouraged […]

“Should Christians of different denominations date or marry?”……Answer: Can a Baptist date a Pentecostal? Can a Lutheran date a Presbyterian? The most important issue is whether both individuals know Jesus Christ as Savior. The Bible speaks of being “unequally yoked” (2 Corinthians 6:14), but this only refers to believers and unbelievers. It does not refer […]

  Questions and Answers About the Same-Sex Marriage The Supreme Court is expected to rule on two key marriage cases before the end of June. And as the nation awaits the decisions to the Prop 8 and DOMA cases, good people are asking thoughtful questions on why marriage matters. However, it’s not always easy to wade […]

“What should a Christian do if he or she is married to an unbeliever?”……Answer: Being married to an unbeliever can be one of the most difficult challenges in a Christian’s life. Marriage is a sacred covenant that joins two people together in one flesh (Matthew 19:5). It can be very difficult for a believer and […]

“Are we supposed to be actively looking for a spouse, or waiting for God to bring a spouse to us?”……The answer to both questions is “yes.” There is an important balance between the two. We are not to frantically search for a spouse as if it depends solely on our own efforts. Neither are we […]