How should Christian couples keep God at the center of their Marriage?

Christian couples often aspire to have God at the center of their marriage relationship, understanding that a strong spiritual foundation can help them navigate the challenges of married life.

I have lived my life without God at the center of my marriage and I can tell you there is NO amount of money I would take to relive those days. There is NOTHING that could make me go back there again.

Once you put God in His rightful place in your marriage, you will desire to always have Him there and you realize quite quickly most of the times when you have fallen away. For sure, things will be off and you will desire to have Him back in the center for soooo many reasons!!

But how can we practically achieve this goal and ensure that our marriages remain deeply rooted in faith?

Let’s explore several key ways in which Christian couples can keep God at the center of their marriage relationship.

• Prayerful Connection
  • One of the most effective ways for Christian couples to keep God at the center of their marriage is through prayer. Regularly praying together can strengthen the spiritual bond between spouses. Couples can set aside time for daily or weekly prayer sessions, where they can express gratitude, seek guidance, and intercede for each other and their marriage. This shared practice of communicating with God can foster unity and intimacy.
  • Furthermore, I feel it is imperative to ask God to show us the best ways to keep Him in the CENTER of our marriage.
    • Speaking from personal experience, I know without God in the center of my marriage and my life, I am nothing short of a BIG OL’ MESS!
• Bible Study and Reflection
  • Studying the Bible together is another powerful way to keep God central in your marriage relationship. Choose passages or topics that resonate with your marital journey and discuss them together.
    • Reflecting on Scripture can provide insights into God’s plan for marriage, love, and commitment. Additionally, consider attending Bible study groups or couples’ retreats to deepen your understanding of God’s Word.
    • This is a powerful way to get to know the heart of your person. This is a powerful way to connect with one another on a spiritual level that will only strengthen your relationship with your spouse. Even if you disagree on some things, it is healthy to have these conversations so that you can deepen your bond and strengthen your walk with the Lord.

• Attend Church Services Together
  • Regular attendance at church services can help Christian couples stay spiritually grounded.
  • Participating in worship, listening to sermons, and engaging with the church community can reinforce the importance of faith in your marriage.
    • Make attending church a priority and encourage each other’s spiritual growth within the congregation.
    • We all need each other. We must not fall for the temptations of the evil one who wants us to be walking alone!
• Seek Spiritual Mentorship
  • Christian couples can benefit greatly from seeking mentorship from more experienced married couples. Find a couple whose faith and marriage you admire and respect. They can provide valuable guidance, share their own experiences, and help you navigate challenges while keeping God at the forefront of your relationship.
    • This is a great one to take note of and can provide so much value in your life to learn from others who have chartered the waters before you.
    • Furthermore, this is a great thing to do as a couple and to do on an individual basis as well.
• Practice Love and Forgiveness
  • Emulating God’s love and forgiveness is essential in keeping Him central in your marriage.
    • Extend grace and forgiveness to each other, just as God forgives us.
    • Demonstrating love and forgiveness in your daily interactions will reflect God’s presence in your relationship.
  • This one can be HARD and yet it is so important to live out! ASK FOR HELP if you must, but learning to forgive is a gift for YOU!
• Serve Others Together
  • Engaging in service and outreach activities as a couple can be a meaningful way to keep God at the center of your marriage.
  • Jesus taught the importance of serving others, and by doing so together, you demonstrate your commitment to living out your faith.
    • Find opportunities to volunteer, donate, or support charitable causes as a team.
  • This has been a HUGE game changer for our marriage. I will have to do en entire post about this one in the future. DO IT and see what it does in your marriage!
• Maintain Open Communication
  • Open and honest communication is vital for Christian couples. Discuss your spiritual journeys, doubts, and questions.
  • Share your personal experiences and how God has worked in your lives.
    • This transparency fosters a deeper connection and ensures that God remains a constant topic of conversation in your marriage.

Keeping God in his rightful place in your marriage WILL push you, challenge you, and sometimes make you want to QUIT! BUT – With God in the center, it will be a much easier road than the one you walk without him there.

Keeping God at the center of a Christian marriage is a deliberate and ongoing commitment.

By prioritizing prayer, Bible study, attending church together, seeking mentorship, practicing love and forgiveness, serving others, and maintaining open communication, couples can strengthen their faith and their relationship.

Remember that no marriage is perfect, but with God as your foundation, you can navigate the joys and challenges of married life with grace and love.