All Articles for Choosing a Spouse

Instead of looking to Hollywood for the answers about love and dating, find out what Scripture has to say.

The cultural confusion about masculinity has left many young guys to either shy away from their masculinity or use it selfishly.

When dating, we often miss one very important truth of relational health: Intimacy should never exceed commitment.

Ten questions guys commonly ask and our best answers to these often tricky (and awkward-to-talk-about) situations.

Here are five reasons I wish my husband and I hadn’t moved in together before saying “I do.”

There’s no doubt that marrying my high school sweetheart benefited us for the better.

A recent study suggests that cohabiting couples do not face a greater risk of divorce after they marry. But the whole picture is a bit more complicated.

Our modern notion of "falling in love" is based on feelings. And following your feelings can get you hurt.

Understanding the difference between love and infatuation.

For many, sex has become a hiding place–a behavior that presents the appearance of intimacy, but is really striving for self-protection.

How Lance and Jess Miller learned about God's plan for marriage.

It takes a man to be an initiator.

Your spiritual compatibility will influence the quality of your future marriage more than any other factor.

There are some non-negotiables that our daughters must look for in a prospective husband.

Much to my surprise, I realized God was calling me to be faithful, not single.

The key to making marriage work—and what sets it apart from cohabitation—is commitment.

The biggest decision you'll make outside of choosing to accept Jesus Christ as Savior.

Though obedience to God can be difficult, it’s always worth it.

Most people never take the time to approach dating, let alone the quest for a mate, with such care and purpose.

What should you look for in a future spouse?

When you are searching for the person who will join you in building a lifelong marriage, what really matters is character.

Sometimes a ‘season of singleness’ helps you grow in your most important relationship … if you do it right.

Marriage Memo readers respond with their creative proposals.