As believers we are always being pulled in multiple directions. Through his Word and sacraments and his Spirit in our hearts God is always trying to draw us closer to him and his truth and holy living. In contrast the devil and his allies in the world and the sinful flesh within our own hearts is ever trying to tear us away from God's ways so live to satisfy ourselves and our own desires.

This week's question of whether a believer should live with their significant other before marriage is a "case study" on the pull that exists between God's Word on the one side and the desires of our sinful flesh and the culture in which we live on the other. Through this podcast Pastor Brian and Michelle will discuss what God's Word says about cohabitation before marriage and give us some practical advice for why despite people's good intentions, it's neither godly nor a good idea for any couple to live together before marriage.

ANSWERS FROM ABOVE is an online ministry of Ascension Lutheran Church, in Plymouth, MN.

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