Engagement & Newlyweds

Proposing is exciting! Before you get down on one knee, discover the biblical foundations and practical wisdom that will help you plan for a lifelong, Christ-honoring marriage.

Don’t marry someone to redeem him. That’s Jesus’ job. Marry someone you respect for who they are now, not for who you hope they will become.

What should you look for in a "good man?" Sometimes, in the quest for that spiritual leader, you might miss the qualities that Christ put in your man that aren't quite so visible.

Influenced by the marriage of his own parents––or the lack thereof––your husband has gathered together ideas of what marriage should be like.

Marriage is serious. God takes it seriously, and so should we.

Why is 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8 a popular wedding vow?

As the bride takes in the fanfare, glitz, excitement, and anxiety on her big day, what can those close to her do to help her sail through the day and, better still, to fortify her marriage? We are glad you asked - you can pray for her.

Wedding planning is stressful. Take a deep breath, try not to stress, and remember that God is with you in the planning stages, on your wedding day, and through your life in marital bliss. When you meet your spouse at the altar on your wedding day, it will all be worth it.

And if they are the spouse God has called them to be, they will support you all the way through your journey.

If you feel yourself getting stressed, do what your schedule—and budget—will allow to relieve it. Stress wreaks havoc physically, mentally, and emotionally if gone unchecked. If you feel stressed for a long period, it may only cause health problems that interfere with your special day.

There is not a single married couple out there who had every aspect of married life figured out prior to their wedding day or who didn’t change their mind about something later. In reality, couples in healthy marriages embrace a more mature understanding of what a good relationship looks like.

You may be ready, but is the guy you’re dating ready? How can you tell?

What happens when unexpected disappointments arise? Believe it or not, the honeymoon can include a mix of emotions—both good and bad.

As a relationship becomes more serious, conversations deepen. At least they should. Sometimes we shy away from asking tough questions in order to preserve a relationship or avoid conflict. But you are still laying the groundwork for your relationship, so now is the time to get everything out on the table.

What fears or societal changes might be getting in the way of marriage, and what are those of us desiring to marry at some point supposed to do about it? Here are four of the biggest fears about marriage (and how to overcome them).