In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott talk about cohabitation and whether couples should live together before marriage (Hint: the answer is “no”). We discuss the dangers of acting like a married couple before you make the covenant commitment marriage requires.

Scriptures:

Hebrews 13:4

Romans 12:1-2

Genesis 2:24-25

1 Corinthians 6:18

John 4

Ephesians 5:15

Questions to Discuss:

1. How do you think our culture’s view of living together before marriage differs from God’s design?

2. How have you seen “playing married” cause harm — in your own story or in others’?

3. If you lived together before marriage, what conversations of repentance, grace, or reflection might be helpful now?

4. How can we lovingly encourage friends or family members who are considering living together before marriage?

Resources:

Relationship DUI Video