Becoming and Finding a Godly Spouse — Preparing for a Christ-Centered Marriage

In a world that often tells us to chase chemistry, follow our feelings, or search for "the one," the Orthodox Church offers a different perspective.

In this episode, we briefly discuss dating and courtship before diving into what it truly means to become—and seek—a godly spouse. We reflect on the virtues that build a Christ-centered marriage, the importance of discernment, trusting God's timing, and why preparing your own heart is just as important as praying for your future spouse.

Marriage is more than finding the right person. It's two people helping one another grow in holiness, learning to love sacrificially, and walking together toward the Kingdom of God.Whether you're single, dating, engaged, or married, we hope this conversation encourages you to seek Christ first in every season.

✨ "Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness..." — Matthew 6:33

To hear our discussion on purity, check out Episode 13 on The Whole Heart: Understanding Purity in the Orthodox Church:

https://youtu.be/ygBlOkoYOHk

Waiting and Dating: An Orthodox Christian Guide for Navigating Singleness and Godly Relationships by Lilyan Andrews:

https://store.ancientfaith.com/waiting-and-dating-an-orthodox-christian-guide-for-navigating-singleness-and-godly-relationships/

God's Design For Sex Series by Stan Jones and Brenna Jones:

https://www.christianbook.com/gods-design-books-revised-updated-edition/stan-jones/pd/53133X

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