16/08/2026
Know yourself before choosing a partner. Understand your values, purpose, strengths, weaknesses, and what you want in marriage.
Don't marry because of pressure. Don't allow age, family, friends, church members, or society to force you into marriage.
Choose character over appearance. Beauty, money, education, and status are good, but character, integrity, kindness, responsibility, and godliness matter greatly.
Don't ignore red flags. Lying, violence, manipulation, uncontrolled anger, addiction, disrespect, and irresponsibility should not be treated lightly.
Learn to communicate. Marriage requires honest conversation. Learn how to express your feelings and resolve disagreements without insults or violence.
Don't rush into sexual relationships. Physical attraction can make it difficult to see clearly. Give yourself time to know the person properly.
Pray and seek godly counsel. Don't make marriage decisions based only on emotions. Ask God for wisdom and listen to mature, trustworthy people.
Discuss important issues before marriage. Talk about finances, children, career, faith, family responsibilities, where to live, and expectations in marriage.
Prepare financially and emotionally. Marriage is more than having a wedding. Prepare for responsibility, sacrifice, patience, and teamwork.
Remember that marriage is a covenant, not a competition. You are not looking for someone to serve you alone; you are preparing to build a life together.
Bible foundation:
“Above all else, guard your heart...” — Proverbs 4:23
“Two are better than one..." Ecclesiastes 4:9
“Be kindly affectioned one to another...” — Romans 12:10
Key message to the youth: Don't just prepare for a wedding; prepare for a successful marriage. Choose wisely, pray sincerely, and don't allow temporary emotions to make permanent decisions.