Considering Marriage
How should one go about making the decision to marry? God created and instituted marriage (Genesis 2), but we find the Bible does not provide a specific list of commands or a checklist for making the decision to marry. Fortunately, God does provide guidance and direction in his scriptures. Knowing what the Bible says about marriage and biblical living can provide a more complete picture of the decision-making process.
Introduction
The purpose of this booklet is to support you and those who counsel you (e.g., parents, ministers, mentors) with biblical principles of decision making as it relates to marriage.
The Marriage Journey
The stages listed are meant to help the reader consider and identify common phases involved when an individual moves from singleness to marriage. This model can be used to raise discussion and increase perspective in this area of discipleship.
Am I Ready for Marriage?
Am I Living a Healthy, Balanced Life?
God’s Design for Sexuality
Stewarding our Sexuality Podcast Episodes
A Greater Purpose – Marriage Decision
Approaching the Marriage Decision
The Marriage Decision Framework
Walking Through The Marriage Decision Framework
Marriage Decision Making
A Guide for Reflection During Marriage Decision Making
Keeping a Balanced Perspective in Marriage Decision Making
Frequently Asked Questions During the Marriage Decision
Intentionally Seeking Marriage
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Guide to Seeking Marriage
As one approaches the marriage decision, there are various approaches that can be God-honoring as well as emotionally and relationally healthy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Discover answers to frequently asked questions during the marriage decision process.
Audio Booklet
Listen to the audio version of this booklet.
Supplemental Materials
Biblical Decision-Making Part 1: Introduction
Biblical Decision-Making Course
Biblical Decision-Making Podcast Episodes
Marriage Decision-Making Podcast Episodes
Unmet Expectations Podcast Episodes
Before “I do” Podcast Episode
Obsessional Doubt and The Marriage Decision