Marriage Preparation

Erik M. Lunsford/The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod.

As God instituted marriage, so He also sustains marriage. As a man and woman prepare to stand before God and be united in Him as one flesh, let them remember that a foundation on Christ Jesus is paramount. Marriage preparation is about more than just the wedding. It includes matters of household, Christian conflict management and reconciliation, sexual intimacy, and spiritual growth. Preparing for marriage means looking to Christ as the source and perfecter of the love a man and woman have for one another. The resources compiled here serve both pastors creating their premarital programs and the couples who seek to enter the holy estate of marriage faithfully.

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Marriage

The following resources provide a Biblical understanding of God’s gift of marriage between a man and woman. Learn more about the value and joy of marriage, why it is special, and how Christ serves others through it.

What About… Living Together Without Marriage

This is a FAQ sheet about cohabitation prior to marriage and the implications and complications cohabitation has on a marriage.

LCMS – Marriage, Life and Family: Reflecting the Holy Trinity

The Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) created and gave gifts reflecting Himself, especially the gifts of marriage, life and family. As the Holy Trinity is the unity of three, so also marriage, life and family form a unity of three that echoes the reality of God. This is our starting point.

LCMS Social Issues – Marriage

The following resources provide a Biblical understanding of God’s gift of marriage between a man and woman. Learn more about the value and joy of marriage, why it is special, and how Christ serves others through it.

LCMS Life Library – Marriage

The Marriage section of the Life Library gives articles about marriage issues in the culture and in the church. There are also articles written about Christian family and vocation.

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CPH’s Marriage by God’s Design

CPH Made for Each Other: Devotions for Newly Married Couples

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Marriage Enrichment

Couples Ministry

Gender Issues

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