01Commitment
“What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.”
Matthew 19:6 · ASV
Viewing marriage as a lasting bond helps couples work through problems instead of looking for a way out.
02Love and respect
Paul counselled husbands to love their wives “as himself” and wives to deeply respect their husbands (Ephesians 5:33). Both needs are met when each puts the other first.
03Forgiveness
“Forbearing one another, and forgiving each other” (Colossians 3:13). Imperfect people need to forgive often.