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.

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The Worst Disease of our Time

The 10 bombs that shattered commuter-packed rail cars in Madrid last week, killing more than 200 and injuring another 1,600, should have shattered Europeans' illusions about the War on Terror...
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Same Sex Marriage is Not Biblical

From coast to coast—literally—same-sex marriage is in the news. In New York and California , city officials have issued marriage licenses to and "married" thousands of homosexual couples.
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The Battle Lines Have Been Drawn

The war with Iraq isn't the only fight going on involving Americans. In Massachusetts a different kind of war looms on the horizon, one that began last Nov. 18 when the Supreme Judicial Court of the state determined that the...
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Lead Us Not Onto Temptation Island

A titillating television show pushes the bounds of propriety even further while presenting only the seamy—and steamy—side of the story.
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Have You Performed Your Vow Today?

How does “I do” become “I don’t anymore”? Several common misunderstandings contribute to neglect of the marriage vows.
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What Is True Love?

Many young couples would say their feelings are true love. But are they? Does the Bible offer guidance to understand what true love really is?
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The Ultimate Goal of the Marriage Union

Whether one marries or remains single, God wants us to understand there are spiritual implications to the marriage relationship.
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Inside This Issue...

In this month's issue of Virtual Christian Magazine, a variety of articles have been compiled to help you to learn more about God's way of life. There is more than one way to learn about God, and it is our...
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Children of Divorce Aren't Doomed to Failure

Are children of divorce destined to be drawn into a "social black hole" of drug abuse, promiscuity and their own failed marriages? In spite of strong pressures to the contrary, the encouraging answer is "not necessarily." Family torn apart by...
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One, But Not the Same

Dating someone with different religious values and beliefs and can seem like a good thing until you consider what is most important in a relationship. Read this true story by someone who learned this lesson firsthand.
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Predicting Your Success

How would you like to drastically improve your odds of living a long, financially successful life? It is really quite simple. Read this article to find out how to do so and achieve greater happiness.
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Sex Outside of Marriage: What's the Big Deal?

The sexual revolution of the '60s encouraged us to liberate ourselves from old sexual taboos. Millions did. What have we learned?
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Living Together: What Aren't They Telling You?

Millions of people choose to live together outside of marriage, thinking that will bring them happiness and a stable relationship. The truth, however, is far different.
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Does Marriage Matter?

The Good News magazine is dedicated to showing solutions to our problems. No doubt some of our greatest challenges lie in today's marriages and families. Almost everywhere you look, the family is in trouble.
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When Will God Provide a Mate for You?

Young people often wonder if God will bless them with someone to marry. And they often want to know when. Read this firsthand account of a recently married couple who had the same questions
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World News and Trends: Number of cohabiting couples surges

According to the latest census, the number of unmarried couples living together in America skyrocketed 71 percent over the last decade, far outpacing the 7 percent increase in married-couple households.
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For Believers: Reconcile or Remain Unmarried. Why?

To understand how God views the marriage covenant between believers, consider God's loving and merciful baptismal covenant with us.
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"Sometimes You Have to Break the Rules"?

Deep down inside everyone likes to break rules. But is doing so really in our best interest?
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World News and Trends: Marriage and divorce

A recent feature article in a national paper was titled "Marriage Lesson One: Divorce," followed by the drophead: "Finally, reality is kicking in: most relationships do not last forever. We need to learn to deal with the real world."
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Q&A: Members Marrying Nonmembers

What is the UCGIA's teaching about members marrying nonmembers?
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