Choosing a Mate

"Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh" (Genesis 2:24).

The process of choosing who you'll spend the rest of your life with is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make throughout the entire course of your existence. To see what God says about how to make that the best choice possible, check out our material below.

Study Aid Issue - Ebooklet

Guys, Girls, and God - Dating and Relationships That Work

Build wonderful relationships with the opposite sex while you keep God in mind! This ebooklet is a re-print compilation of a series of articles written for Vertical Thought magazine.
Two wedding rings lying a table.
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At What Age Should We Marry?

The Bible does not indicate that there is a specific age at which it suddenly becomes appropriate for us to marry.
Young adults running on the beach.
Article

Dating Do's and Don'ts

Everyone knows that in most cultures dating is a prelude to marriage. But what many don't know is that how we date greatly influences the kind of marriage we will have. The way we conduct ourselves while dating is an...
A couple on their wedding day.
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Marriage and Family: The Missing Dimension: Introduction

"Didn't the LORD make you one with your wife? In body and spirit you are his. And what does he want? Godly children from your union" (Malachi 2:15, New Living Translation).
The Big Deal About Dating
Article

The Big Deal About Dating

Some don't think it matters whom one dates. What about you?
Preparation With a Purpose
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Preparation With a Purpose

Your lifetime challenge is to become the type of person that is worthy to be a godly partner with someone who possesses all of the qualities you desire in a mate.
Article

I have a friend who likes this boy. They are both friends, but she would like to go out with him. She's afraid that he will dislike her if she asks him out or makes a fool of herself. What should she do?

Is it okay for a girl to ask out a guy?
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Is it wrong and sin to talk to or "online date" with someone that is not a member of our church?

I am really confused about dating people who are not members. I know that we should date people within our church, but I want to know more about this.
Article

Why is it hard for us girls to resist temptation when someone shows us love?

Why do girls have such powerful emotions when they are shown affection by guys?
Article

Why is it hard for a Christian to have a relationship with a non-Christian?

What makes it so hard?
Article

At what age do you think a person should start dating for marriage?

When should dating become more serious to find a mate?
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What should you do if you are in love with someone and you feel like God approves, but they are in love with somebody else and have no clue you are in love with them?

How do you deal with feelings for somebody who doesn't feel the same way back?
Article

Is Marriage Good for Your Health?

Recent scientific studies of marriage have confirmed age-old biblical truths, reinforcing the wisdom and advice found in the Good Book.
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Turning the Hearts...It's Exciting to Be Engaged!

Marriage and Family - The Missing Dimension
Study Aid Issue - Bible Study Aids

Marriage and Family: The Missing Dimension

The joy of a happy marriage blessed with loving, respectful children is a dream of most men and women. Traditionally, marriage has been an exclusive bond between a man and a woman. Yet in recent years this pattern has been...
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Turning the Hearts...Friends

I recently attended my 50th high school reunion. It was nice seeing the "kids" I shared the classroom with for many years, and I had a nice time visiting with most of them.
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Turning the Hearts...Don't Forget

"What are you so sad about, dear?" Her reply: "You forgot our anniversary!"
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The Promise of Marriage

Much of today's society has grown frighteningly unstable in regard to strong, solid and lasting relationships. This trend is greatly affecting marriages and married couples' commitment to maintain enduring, stable families!
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Teaching Leadership by Your Example

Leadership training is an important lesson to learn from the family. The admonition to "train up a child" (Proverbs 22:6) infers that we should give them the proper instruction that prepares them to be successful in life.
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Time's About-Face on Marriage

God designed marriage to be between a man and a woman. He designed it to be a stable foundation for raising a family! And a stable foundation for society!
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