What Marriage Means To God?

The Bible states that marriage is honorable among all, as it is a covenantal relationship between one man and one woman. It is not meant to be oppressive, regardless of cultural or background backgrounds. Marriage is God’s doing for four reasons: it was his design, he gave away the first bride, he spoke the design into existence, and he performed the one-flesh union. A beautiful, tender, thriving marriage makes the gospel visible on earth, bringing hope to people who have given up believing there could be.

Marriage is designed to meet the human need for companionship. In Genesis 1 and 2, God states that it is not good for the man to be alone. He designed marriage as a means to meet that need if we so desire it. Marriage is one of the most intimate relationships we will have to share love with, build families with, and encourage and strengthen us in life, ministry, and work.

God designed marriage to meet the human need for companionship. In Genesis 2:18, God says, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” This is the full expression and design of God’s image in human beings. Marriage is a legally recognized union between two individuals, with legal rights, responsibilities, and obligations. It is usually formalized through a wedding ceremony or a legal process.

In the eyes of God, marriage is a God-given, voluntary, sexual, and public social union of one man and one woman, from different families, for the purpose of bringing children into the world and sustaining the stewardship of the earth. In God’s eyes, a man and a woman are married when they have committed, exclusive relationships, intended to last a lifetime, publicly.

What is the deeper meaning of marriage?

Marriage means changing and growing. When you marry, you agree to change together. Read “5 Things Your Husband Needs to Hear from You.” Use these bumps to grow together and make your marriage stronger. Enjoy the changing seasons of your marriage. Many see marriage as a journey of growth for both partners. In summary: What marriage means to one person may not mean the same to another. Five different definitions of marriage have been discussed. These definitions aren’t separate. Often, marriage is a mix of the definitions, as it means different things for couples. In a marriage, you and your partner need to find what works for you. Grow and change together to enjoy life with your spouse.

Why does God want us to marry?

God made marriage to show the relationship between Christ and the Church. Jesus made this promise to His Bride. God’s intention for marriage is not a contract. As 1 Corinthians 13:1 says, “If you are married or dating, you have likely wondered about God’s purpose for marriage.” Maybe you’ve been married for years and have seen ups and downs. Or you are engaged and want to honor God in your marriage. What does God want from marriage? God’s purpose for marriage is bigger than your circumstances today. It’s bigger than you know. It’s designed to leave a legacy for the next generation.

Learn three reasons God created marriage.

What does God view as marriage?

Marriage is about being close in spirit, mind, and body. In the Old Testament, we are taught that a man should leave his parents and marry. Then they will be one flesh (Genesis 2:24). Married couples should be one. Sex is a way to show love and make a marriage happy. It is also how married couples can have children. Intimacy brings joy and children into the family. The Savior taught, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends” (John 15:13). This teaches couples a powerful lesson. As a spouse, you must give up your old life for your husband or wife. If you put your spouse first and focus on your marriage, it will be stronger.

What is considered marriage to God?

A valid marriage is one where God is involved. This is what the Bible says happens in a marriage. God makes it unbreakable. In a valid marriage, God is the glue. A man who had been abused by his father left his wife after 27 years of marriage. It was hard for the kids to understand why a good man left a good woman. People often assume that the marriage was valid and that one or both of the couple were at fault. People judge the couple or the other spouse or even themselves. It takes a long time to heal from blame.

What is God’s purpose of marriage?

God created marriage as a partnership between one man and one woman. Marriage is the foundation for building a family. God designed sexual expression to help married couples build intimacy. Marriage mirrors God’s covenant relationship with His people. We see this last parallel throughout the Bible. Jesus calls himself the “bridegroom” and the kingdom of heaven a “wedding banquet.” God’s purposes for marriage extend beyond personal happiness. Thomas says God isn’t against happiness, but marriage brings out even better values.

How does God define marriage?

God made marriage for us. As described in Genesis and later by Jesus, marriage is a covenant between a man and a woman. This lifelong, sexually exclusive relationship brings children into the world and helps to take care of the earth. Biblical marriage is about faithfulness, sacrificial love, and joy. It shows the relationship between God and his people. While people may change their ideas about marriage, followers of Jesus should follow what Jesus said in Matthew 19:4-6. Jesus replied, “Have you not read that at the beginning, God made them male and female? A man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.” They are now one flesh. God joins together what God joins together.

What God expects from a marriage?

God wants us to have good marriages and to show the gospel in our relationships. In Christian marriage, we submit to each other out of love. Even when we’re not pretty or perfect, or we don’t think the other person deserves it. The privilege of building marriages that reflect the gospel is the theme of every chapter in Praying the Scriptures for Your Marriage. But the other part of our mission—the fruit-bearing part—can look different for every couple. The Lord calls us to bear lasting fruit (John 15:16). But how?

A vision for your marriage. Many people think being fruitful in marriage means having children. My mom signed our wedding gifts with Genesis 1:28 and a smiley face. That’s only part of it. The Bible often talks about bearing fruit. Jesus says in John 15:16, “I chose you so you can bear fruit.”

What God said about marriage?

Lifelong faithfulness. Faithfulness is at the heart of marriage. Marriage is about keeping a promise, not our feelings. Scripture says marriage is a covenant to which God is witness (e.g., Mal. 2:14). When a man and a woman marry, they are joined together by God (e.g., Mark 10:8,9). God joins the couple together, and no one can break that.

Conclusion: Marriage and God’s grace. Jesus’s gospel offers grace for sexual sins. After a list of sexual sins, Paul writes, “And some of you were like that.” But you were washed, you were made holy, and you were made right with God in the name of Jesus Christ and by the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 6:11). We are all scarred by sexual sins. In the gospel, we find forgiveness and joy. We share the joy of being cleansed in Christ with others.

How is marriage an image of God?

God created marriage to show the relationship between Christ and the Church. Jesus said to His Bride, “Be content with what you have.” He said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”—Hebrews 13:5; God’s intention for marriage is not to be a contract. As 1 Corinthians 13:1 says, “Love keeps no records of wrongs.” God’s purpose for marriage is different from the world’s. It’s a covenant, binding and irrevocable because of His love. He already paid the price. Once you are married to Christ, your salvation is guaranteed. It depends on what Christ did for you.

What are God’s requirements for marriage?

The Law of Priority – (Gen. 2:24a) “A man shall leave his parents…” The Law of Pursuit – (Gen. 2:24b) “…and shall marry his wife…” The Law of Possession – (Gen. 2:24c) “…and they shall be one.” … The Law of Purity – (Gen. 1:8 NIV) Everything God creates is successful. But everything works by laws and principles. The Bible is the manual for how to live by them. a. God’s Word is like the laws of gravity, aerodynamics, and electricity. It is more sure and reliable. They are unchanging, fair, and always right.

B. (Gen. 2:24-25 KJV; ref. Eph. 5:31) 4 Laws of Marriage.