A good marriage isn’t about finding a perfect partner—because no one is perfect. It’s about two imperfect people committed to each other, refusing to give up on each other through sickness, health, wealth, poverty, or any challenge that life throws their way. They don’t allow abuse of any kind especially physical in a relationship. They respect each other.
That’s holiness; that’s sanctity—choosing to love and communicate even in the hardest times, and standing firm together in faith.
When you step into an engagement or marriage, you are doing so before God Himself, declaring that this person is above all others, even above your career or worldly pursuits. But for a marriage to last, God must be the center. Without Him, the union will struggle to survive; with Him, it can thrive. You go to church together.
You cannot disrespect, cheat, or mistreat your fiancé or spouse and expect everlasting love. Forgiveness is essential, but repeated mistakes—especially in areas of addiction, abuse, or disloyalty—are signs that you may be unequally yoked. If your partner struggles with gambling, drinking, drugs, or unhealthy behaviors, and they aren’t seeking change, it’s wise to pause before making lifelong commitments.
If you’re a believer, dating someone who does not share your Christian values or belief in Christ , it may lead to difficulties in your marriage. Unequally yoked couples often face serious challenges because their foundational principles are different.They don’t share the same reverence for God, they may think they are above God. But many things in their life may happen to them that is their wake up call and they refuse to see the signs.
Scriptures to Guide Your Heart:
- 2 Corinthians 6:14
“Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?” - Ephesians 5:25
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
Marriage is a lifelong journey built on Christ’s love, mutual respect, honesty, and faithfulness. Choose wisely, keep God at the center, and remember, true holiness is in loving each other as Christ loves us.
So if you have someone you don’t want to lose treat the right.
If the person you are it his not who you want to be linked to for a lifetime commitment look at the relationship before you marry.
God does not want you abused. If you are get help if you have addiction, abuse or narcissistic behaviors get help now.
A Prayer for All Married and Engaged Couples
Heavenly Father, we come before You today with humble hearts, lifting up all those who are married. I pray that You fill their hearts with Your love—so deep, so enduring—that they continue to love each other selflessly, putting You first in their relationship. May they cherish one another above all else, respecting, forgiving, and supporting each other through every challenge and blessing.
For those who are in marriages where they feel unequally yoked, Lord, I ask for Your healing and guidance. Break any chains of misunderstanding, resentment, or conflict. Restore their unity and help them to see Your plan for their marriage. Heal wounds, soften hardened hearts, and draw them into Your love.
For those engaged or contemplating marriage with someone who does not share their faith or values, I pray for Your divine insight. Open their eyes to see clearly, Lord—whether this relationship is aligned with Your will or if they need to wait and trust in Your perfect timing.
Lord, Your Word says in Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” We trust You to lead every couple on the path of righteousness and peace.
We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.
Joyful-Echoes 