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Copyright 2004 Lee Williams

Communication

Problem-Solving

Religious Differences

Meaning of Marriage

 

Introduction
Discovery
Education
Application
Supplemental
Resources

Spiritual Bond

Religious Affiliation

Children

Acceptance

The Meaning of Marriage

Discovery


Take a moment to reflect and write down answers to the questions listed below. After you have responded to all the questions, share your answers with your partner. How similar or different are your responses to one another?

1. How would you define marriage?

2. What role do you think that God should play in your marriage?

3. What messages have you received about marriage from the following sources: 1) Church or religious teachings; 2) childhood or family experiences; 3) friends or peers; and 4) our society? Which of these factors has had the most influence on your views? In what ways have these factors positively and negatively influenced your views of marriage.