Definition
The biblical view of marriage is of a God-given, voluntary, sexual and public social union of one man and one woman, from different families, for the purpose of serving God.
Summary
Marriage was first instituted by God in the order of creation, given by God as an unchangeable foundation for human life. Marriage exists so that through it humanity can serve God through children, through faithful intimacy, and through properly ordered sexual relationships. This union is patterned upon the union of God with his people who are his bride, Christ with his church. Within marriage, husbands are to exercise a role of self-sacrificial headship and wives a posture of godly submission to their husbands. This institution points us to our hope of Christ returning to claim his bride, making marriage a living picture of the gospel of grace.
Courses
Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality
Examining the Challenges and Complexities of Upholding the Biblical Stance on Gender and Sexuality
Marriage, Divorce, & Remarriage
Examining the Meaning of Marriage and How Christians Handle Brokenness in Marriage
Marriage and Family Counseling
A Survey of Biblical, Conceptual, and Practical Issues Involved in Marriage and Family Counseling for Pastors and Ministry Leaders
Videos
Lauren Chandler on the Beauty of Complementarian Marriages
Lauren Chandler paints a beautiful picture of how complementarian marriages can function as husbands and wives flourish alongside each other.
Has God Prepared ‘The One’ for Me?
In this video, Paul Tripp—pastor, author, and speaker—discusses God’s will for those pursuing marriage.
Growing Your Marriage While Having Young Kids
In this video, Gavin Ortlund, Jen Wilkin, and Melissa Kruger discuss how to cultivate healthy marriages while raising young kids.
Marriage in the Age of Apocalyptic Romance
We've removed God and his design for marriage and replaced him with unbearable expectations for transcendent relationships.
Podcasts
Articles
The Engine That Drives a Good Marriage
When was the last time you and your spouse evaluated what picture of Jesus your marriage is portraying?
6 Prayers for Marital Intimacy After Sexual Trauma
Only God can heal souls that have been broken through abuse. Prayer is a great place to start.
9 Things You Should Know About Family Structure
As many Americans are debating the best arrangement for families, here are nine things you should know about family structure.
9 Things You Should Know About Cohabitation in America
Here is what you should know—and that most American don’t—about cohabitation.
4 Ways to Battle Bitterness over ‘Minor Offenses’ in Marriage
Pride makes me see my sin with 20/300 fuzziness and my spouse’s sin with 20/20 clarity.
6 Ways to Lead and Love Your Wife
Your home is not just a refuge for relaxation, but also a context to serve.
Book Reviews
Tim and Kathy Keller on Why Marriage Is Not About Us
In only 100 pages, Kathy and Timothy Keller offer a deeply countercultural vision of marriage for the modern age.
Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?
More than insightful cultural analysis, Christians need a positive vision for how our sexual ethic applies to culture.
Defining Moments After Sinners Say ‘I Do’
We count marriages in years, but they’re really defined by moments. (Typically not the picture-perfect ones.)
A Finance Guide for Married Couples
Money problems expose marriage problems. This is now my go-to book on money for married couples.
You Know Charles Spurgeon. Now Meet His Wife.
Through debilitating difficulties, Susie loved her God and her family with excellence.
When Marriage Became About Me, Myself, and I
The fundamental posture of marriages that flourish is not self-service but self-giving.
