Marital success. Marriage is not a human invention, it is God’s idea. Long before governments, cultures, or even the church existed, God created marriage. Genesis 2:18 tells us that it is not good for man to be alone, and God’s response was partnership.
We define success as the achievement of God’s purpose and goals for your life. Therefore, marital success means discovering and walking in God’s purpose for your relationship.
Success is not based on social trends, compatibility scores, or romantic aesthetics—it’s about alignment with heaven’s design.
Jeremiah 29:11 clearly shows that God has a plan for every area of our lives, including our marriages. Marital success begins when we understand and pursue that divine plan.
Unfortunately, many couples build their marriages on cultural ideas instead of kingdom principles. As Romans 12:2 warns, we must not conform to this world but be transformed by renewing our minds.
When we align with God’s heart, we begin to experience the full benefits that He programmed into marriage.
A marriage rooted in God’s purpose brings many blessings. Here are just a few:
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Partnership in productivity: You support and elevate each other’s goals.
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Spiritual support: You gain a built-in prayer partner for life’s challenges.
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Emotional and physical warmth: Marriage meets deep relational and physical needs.
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Resilience in adversity: Together, you weather storms with strength.
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Spiritual protection: A godly marriage keeps your soul from growing cold.
Clearly, marital success is not only possible but it is also powerful.
Achieving marital success God’s way takes intentional effort. Here are some biblical principles to apply:
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Make God the centre – Psalm 127:1 reminds us that without God, all effort is in vain.
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Communicate effectively – Proverbs 18:13 urges us to listen before responding. True communication is the lifeblood of any marriage.
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Stay committed – 1 Corintians 13:7 says love never gives up. Commitment isn’t automatic; it’s a daily choice.
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Forgive quickly – Colossians 3:13 teaches us not to keep records of wrongs. Grace is essential.
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Grow together – Keep discovering, learning, and building your life together.
In a time when the media often portrays marriage as outdated or impossible, we must remember: marital success is real.
Don’t chase cultural ideas of love. Chase God’s purpose. That’s where marital success lives—right in the heart of God’s design.
An excerpt from the sermon by Pastor Boye Oloyede on Sunday, May 4, 2025.
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