Why Marriage Matters to God: The Purpose Of Marriage



  • Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God for companionship, procreation, protection against sexual immorality, and reflecting Christ’s relationship with the Church.
  • Through marriage, spouses experience spiritual growth, mutual support in faith, and create a domestic church where God’s grace is tangibly felt.
  • Marriage fulfills God’s command to “be fruitful and multiply” by welcoming new life, nurturing children in faith, and being fruitful through various forms of love and service.
  • Intimacy and sexuality within marriage reflect God’s design for unity, joy, and life-giving love, meant to be exclusive, respectful, and a path to holiness.

What does the Bible say about the purpose of marriage? The Holy Scriptures reveal to us that marriage is a sacred institution, ordained by God from the very beginning of creation. Its purpose, as illuminated in the pages of the Bible, is multifaceted and powerful. We see in Genesis that marriage is intended for companionship and mutual support. God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him” (Genesis 2:18).…

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