There is a giant gap between the biblical vision of marriage and the world’s casual view of marriage. Today’s culture views marriage as a means to an end, and when it becomes difficult or inconvenient, the world tells us it’s OK to jump ship. Marriage is a gift from God, designed for a great purpose.

At the very beginning of creation, we see God had a plan for marriage. He created both male and female, and commanded them to be fruitful and fill the earth. We are also created in God’s image. This means, in very real ways, we reflect who God is. Real aspects of who we are display God’s nature and goodness.

What does it mean that we were created in God’s image? Why is this important?

How does knowing that God created marriage for a perfect plan change your perspective on it?