Marriage

Marriage is a great friendship, and the Bible has a lot to say about it, but much of what is written is taken out of context or overlooked in the modern world, leading to the proliferation of damaging lies. Here are five myths about marriage that are not biblical.

It takes intentional effort to keep your marriage happy. What makes Christian couples truly happy isn't a lack of challenges but a connection with God's presence. Building habits together that strengthen your relationship with God will help you experience lasting joy rather than temporary happiness.

In order to make sure your marriage is strong and on solid ground, you need to work at it. Here are five things that will help you increase your chances for a happy and successful marriage.

There are certain things about you that your husband finds irresistible. But most husbands would prefer to keep this list a secret.

I began praying for my husband fourteen years ago. I wish I would’ve prayed the other fourteen. I would’ve been grateful instead of resentful of the man God gave me.

It is ever okay for a married couple to separate? What does the Bible have to say about this issue?

Marriages fail for many reasons and often from a combination of reasons.

As a Type 6, he fears not having security or support and being blamed, targeted, or abandoned. He wants security, guidance, and loyalty. When he is facing something intense or challenging, he wants to talk about it. As a Type 9, I fear conflict and tension. I want peace and harmony. I'll forget myself and go along to get along and end the conflict.

You may have many close friends and even a few best friends; however, your spouse stands apart from all the rest. You get to have all those attributes mentioned above, plus the one thing that makes this relationship distinct, intercourse. This God-designed act is a gift for married couples. The intimacy involved in intercourse brings you a closeness with your spouse that you will not experience elsewhere. It’s a bond you share.

Your marriage matters to God—even in the hardest seasons. These 10 Scripture-based prayers will help you trust Him for strength, healing, and redemption while your spouse is incarcerated.

Because a husband and wife become one, it is appropriate for your prayers to be for you both. You are in this together. May the following prayers give insight into what your spouse is feeling and give you direction in going before the throne of grace.

Your wife is not "one of the guys" - and romance is important. Learn these tips and more from marriage expert Joe Beam.

I’m not a doctor or a counselor or an expert on grief or anything; I’m just a guy like you who tries not to cry when he thinks of his wife. I’d like to encourage you to remember these three things during the hard days ahead. First, you never have to stop grieving the loss of your wife. Second, God has not left you here by accident. Third, and perhaps best, joy and sorrow can coexist.

Maybe you’ve endured mistreatment in your marriage, but you’re confused and don’t know where to turn. Perhaps you have a friend or family member who’s in trouble, but you’re not sure what signs to look for. Here are 4 signs of sexual abuse in marriage.

Your spouse needs your presence. Here’s thoughtful, Spirit-led questions that can help you love each other through the valley of depression.