Adult Education: The Meaning of Marriage for Young Families

"Marriage is glorious but hard. It's a burning joy and strength, and yet it is also blood, sweat, and tears, humbling defeats and exhausting victories." Tim Keller. If this sounds like your marriage, you are not alone! Come, get equipped for the great adventure of marriage. During this 8-week study we'll cover the purpose of marriage, the power for marriage, and practices in marriage - all designed to help you succeed. Your marriage matters! Taught by Pastor Bart Bouman.

Week 1 – “The Secret of Marriage” Our love story is meant to point to His Love Story.

Week 2 – “The Power for Marriage” The role of the Holy Spirit in our relationship.

Week 3 – "Shaping the Next Generation" A video highlighting the opportunities of family life. 

Week 4 – “The Essence of Marriage” Why God makes marriage a covenant.

Week 5 – “The Mission of Marriage” The centrality of Friendship to a healthy marriage.

Week 6 – “Loving the Stranger” How our differences help us succeed.

Week 7 – “Embracing the Other” Understanding Biblical, not cultural, gender roles.

Week 8 – “Sex and Marriage” God’s gift to celebrate and deepen covenant commitment.