Between Modesty and Marriage:
Marriage Preparation

Reviewing the Timeline

What is Marriage Preparation?

Definition:

"Wisely utilizing the young adult years in order to fully prepare for future ministry with a godly spouse."

A purpose for life provides

Using Time Wisely

Reject the world's concept of the adolescent years as a time for:

Replace it with a godly concept of the adolescent years as a time for:

The Transition of Control

A transition of control occurs between parents and teens:

Approaches to Marriage Preparation

A tendency toward immodesty and worldly behavior patterns most often leads to a "dating" approach. A focus on modesty and emotional & physical purity most often leads to a "courtship" approach.

Personal Preparation for Marriage

Where Can I Develop These Traits and Skills?

Living in the context of a godly family is the best way to develop the qualities necessary for married life

A Word About Daughters

Consider having daughters remain within the context of their own home and family until marriage:

A Word About Sons

Consider having sons remain within the context of their own home and family until marriage:

Practical Considerations

Stages Leading to Marriage

Mutual Interest "Courtship" Engagement
  • Informal time of evaluation and prayer to discern the maturity, character, and goals of a potential spouse.
  • Time to determine whether entering into a committed courtship is best for both young people.
  • Formal process in which a mature young man and woman (along with their parents) discern God's will for their future as life partners.
  • Entered into with an understanding of eventual commitment to marriage.
  • Beginning with a formal proposal, this is the final stage leading up to the wedding day.
  • A time for emotional honesty and planning a future life together.
The complete list of the "Stages Leading to Marriage" can be found by clicking here.

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