Analogy

More Than a Contract

biblical view of marriage

A contract is maintained as long as both parties perform. A covenant is a binding promise that holds even when performance falters. Biblical marriage is cast in covenant language—loyalty that is meant to reflect God’s own steadfast love. The difference shapes how conflict is faced and how endurance is understood.

How you’d preach it

Marriage in Scripture is covenant, not merely a terminable agreement.

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