It is impossible to recognize both marriage and cohabitation as equal forms. Marriage is characterized by the promise, which a couple seals with their signature. Cohabitation is an expression of a desire to be able to get along together. However, there is no legal or even a moral obligation. People start cohabiting with the idea that if does not work out then they will separate.

This article looks at the characteristics of biblical marriage and shows how the covenant structure informs the relationship between husband and wife, children and parents, and the public character of marriage.

This article is about the preparation for marriage, and about faith as the foundation of marriage.

This article is about the vows a couple takes on their wedding. Marriage is not an arrangement between two people, but a vow to the Lord God

This article is about marriage as a covenant of friendship. It looks at betrayal and love in marriage.

This article discusses the institution of marriage in Paradise, recorded in Genesis 2, and its bearing on matters such as sexual intercourse.

Widowers and widows are allowed to marry again. How can you prepare them for their second marriage? This article gives questions to answer, in seven areas of life, to help in counseling people who are entering into a second marriage. 

This article shows how daily communication between husband and wife about their activities is vital to keeping them together.

This article gives some directives for the life of a husband and wife in marriage, particularly their roles and duties.

Looking at 2 Corinthians 6:14, this article shows that Christian are forbidden from marrying unbelievers. This is so for the sake for the church, family life, and God’s promises. Allowing such marriages will weaken the church and Christian witness.

God forbids believers to marry unbelievers. Mixed marriage dishonours the unity of marriage, may lead to sinful compromise, affects the upbringing of children, hinders the growth of God’s church, brings a bad testimony to God’s name and grief to God’s people. This article explains.

This is an overview of biblical marriage.

This article about love in marriage looks at 1 Corinthians 13:8 and love as a gift from God.

This article is about modern views on marriage, self-interest in marriage and the purpose of marriage.

This article is about some of the basic aspects of marriage: the identity, place and role of marriage. It looks at God's original design and intent for marriage, and also at procreation.

This article is about two factors that has weakened the institution of marriage in the church and society: individualism and the separation of sex from marriage.

This article is about love and forgiveness in marriage.

In this article on same-sex marriages, the author shows how this goes against God's design for marriage, and what the consequences are for this redefinition of marriage by modern society.

This article looks at marriage principles according to Genesis 2. The author considers the purpose of marriage and the marriage order, that is, the headship of the man and the role of the woman as helper. There is also a focus on singleness. Other things that the author focuses on are loyalty in marriage and the relationship with the parents.

This article looks at the task of the elders and the minister in helping young couples in their marriage preparation.

In this article about the permanence of marriage, the focus is on the lifelong bond and on faithfulness. Marriage as a covenant is also discussed. The author also talks about grounds for divorce, with attention given to 1 Corinthians 7:10-16.

This article is about the symbolism of every Christian wedding: to reflect the union of Christ and his church.

This article is about marriage preparation. It looks at marriage as two people having one life, and at the serving aspect of marriage. It stresses the importance of marriage with a believer, and how to tackle problems in a marriage.

This article is about wedding celebrations, and how we as Christians should party and have fun.

This article discusses the origin and purpose of marriage, and the place of divorce and remarriage.

This article examines biblical teaching on polygamy. Looking at the reasons why God allowed polygamy in the Old Testament, the author shows that this does not mean that this is the way God designed marriage from the beginning. Marriage is intended to be a monogamous relationship between one man and one woman.

As a pastor, if you want to start a pre-marital counselling for your church, where do you start? This article offers guidelines for such a situation.

This article looks at Jesus’ statements and attitude toward marriage.

Marriage is a union between one man and one woman. What is the place of polygamy? This article explains that polygamy is not supported in the Bible. But there was polygamy in the Old Testament, so why is it wrong? 

Marriage is not a romantic contract between a man and a woman. Marriage is a covenant. It speaks about the mystery of Christ and His church. Marriage is a union.

The responsibility a man and a woman have in marriage is to love one another. This article explains the nature and place of love in marriage. 

In this side of life marriage is not without its affliction. However, believers can be certain of God’s faithfulness. This article explains how God gives guidance in marriage. It also looks at two afflictions infertility and singleness.

What does it mean to be a Christian wife and Christian woman? This article explains that the role of the Christian wife should be understood in the light of creation, fall and redemption. It explains the call to submission in marriage. 

How do you do family devotion when you are married to an unbelieving spouse? This article shares ways to do family devotion which provides an opportunity to share the gospel with an unbelieving spouse. L

Deuteronomy 24:5 makes it clear that husbands have the responsibility to make their wives rejoice. This article applies this text to the newly married. See what turning off the TV can do for your marriage.

What is the role of the husband in marriage? This article explains that husbands are called to love and lead. Based on Ephesians 5:25 this article explains this by looking at how the husband is to love and exercise headship in marriage. 

What should be the Christian understanding of marriage? To answer this question this article discusses the nature of marriage, purpose of marriage, and the requirements of marriage.

This article gives a portrait of a biblical marriage that is by turns, romantic, redemptively significant, and exemplary: the marriage of Boaz and Ruth.

This article shows that the ideal marriage is one that values the lifestyle prescribed by God, honours the male leadership principle, and lives under the fear of God. 

This article argues that a biblical marriage can be built through accepting the duties God gave to husband and wife. This article explains the duties of husbands and wives in marriage.

This article presents something of the Puritans' understanding of marriage, particularly its purpose, the procedures for getting married, and the principles of marriage. The author calls Christians today to emulate this model.

Why did God create marriage? From Genesis 2:18 this article explains that marriage was created for companionship, it is the gift from God, it brings joy, it is a union, and more.

The creation of woman as recorded in Genesis 2:18-24 sets the foundation for the relationship of a husband and a wife within marriage.

This article considers what engagement is. Christians must see engagement as an expression of a longing for marriage. The author also explains the absolute importance of being one in the faith.

This article explains that marriage is designed for companionship, raising children, and pointing people to the gospel.

This article explains that the redefinition of marriage that allows for so-called homosexual marriage is a sign of a crumbling foundation in society. For such a society to regain stability, it must make a choice for true marriage, and not for madness.

How can you affair-proof your marriage? This article suggests the following: maintain your spiritual health, communicate, practice love, be accountable, and keep the romance at home.

Because of the rich symbolism that lies behind Christian marriage, the wedding ceremony and its festivities are of importance to Christians.

This article applies the Ten Commandments to marriage, showing how they shape the life of husband and wife.

This article explores the mandate that God gives to husband and wife to love one another in their marriage. It shows that love must be learned, and that it is modeled on the love of God in Christ. It also reveals that mutual love is not the foundation of marriage.