Biblical Quote by John C. Broger
“God intends and expects marriage to be a lifetime commitment between a man and a woman, based on the principles of biblical love. The relationship between Jesus Christ and His church is the supreme example of the committed love that a husband and wife are to follow in their relationship with each other.”
About This Quote
The quote asserts that marriage is divinely intended as a lifelong, heterosexual union modeled on biblical love and the Christ‑church relationship.
In simple terms: Marriage is a lifelong, biblical partnership between a man and a woman.
Key Takeaway
Embrace marriage as a sacred, lifelong commitment.
Themes
marriage
faith
love
commitment
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
didactic
When to use this quote
- wedding vows
- counseling sessions
- faith‑based marriage workshops
- family planning
Key Concepts
biblical theology
spiritual symbolism
gender roles
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your faith shape your view of marriage?
- What responsibilities arise from viewing marriage as a divine covenant?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of marriage vary across cultures and religions, challenging a single definition.
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![“The fall [of your soul] from perfection into duality...was naturally followed by the discovery of the duality of good and evil...This is the Biblical version of a myth known to many lands.” quote by Joseph Campbell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9ff/joseph-campbell-300_biblical_the-fall-of-your-soul-from-perfection-in_22526.jpg)
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