Marriage is God’s design, not a human invention, established as a covenantal commitment between one man and one woman. According to Scripture, marriage serves three primary purposes: creating oneness and deep companionship, providing a context for spiritual growth and sanctification, and displaying a picture of Christ’s relationship with the church. God’s design reserves sexual intimacy for marriage because covenantal commitment provides the foundation needed for such deep union. For those seeking marriage, the key is to pursue Jesus wholeheartedly and look for a Spirit-filled partner who shares that same devotion to Christ.

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