Mal’aḵi (Malachi) 2:15

There is no small percentage of spouses who have believed that divorce was the remedy for “ills” they encountered in their marriages. While forgiveness can be obtained, many who have remarried still have found that their new relationships have brought fresh (and even compounded) challenges. At least for some of those who are considering divorce, there may be an alternative approach to resolving significant differences and difficulties. Let’s take a look.

God created marriage as a precious covenant of love, faithfulness, and unity. It is not just a relationship between two people, but a reflection of God’s love for us and the unity He intends in Christ. May these four meditations help you grow in humility, awareness, and intentionality in your marriage—because we truly are better together.

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Marriage is a sacred creation by our Father in Heaven. Scripture is full of instruction for our marriages. God knew that it would not always be easy, but it is clear that He holds marriage in high esteem. Let's explore what God has to say about marriage and along the way, see what He might have to say to us about our marriage.