Moody Radio

The only way to keep a clear conscience in your marriage is to confess your failings to each other.

Living together before marriage is never a good idea. Statistics show that when people choose to live together before marriage, they're marriage is much more likely to fail.

In today's culture, it's more important than ever that the Church be the entity to teach us marriage skills.

Second marriages are difficult, especially when your new spouse has children from a previous marriage. Until that child becomes an adult, your spouse will always have some contact with the mother of that child.

How do you go about helping your fiancé discover their love language? Begin by encouraging them to read Dr. Gary Chapman's book, The Five Love Languages.

It's difficult to stay pure before marriage. When you deeply love each other emotionally, the natural progression becomes physical. The physical aspect of love is not the foundation of a good marriage. Covenant with each other that you will not become physically involved until after marriage.

When conflict with your spouse ends in fights and arguments, entertaining thoughts of divorce is real. The answer is learning how to resolve conflict. Dr. Gary Chapman recommends that you read his book, Happily Ever After.

From a Biblical perspective, the purpose of life is not to accomplish our own objectives but to glorify God. Our busy lives tend to direct our thoughts toward ourselves and our family. But as you serve your family, you are serving God.

You must admit that when your children are born, it greatly affects your marital relationship. Raising your children can become all consuming. Your children and your marriage should both be prioritized, but your marriage should be your main priority.

When dealing with conflict in your marriage, it's important to take a close look at what you contributed to the conflict. Even if your spouse is mostly at fault, be sure that you confess YOUR part of the problem.