50 Q&A_07.How can I find God's will in marriage?

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Q&A_07.How can I find God's will in marriage? Can I have my own choice in marriage or should it be parents and elders decision? Also what age can I get married? If I am not able to find God's will in marriage; can I marry the person as per the advice of my parents/elders? Visit our website for more information: www.cfcindia.com

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Finding God's will in marriage requires a combination of factors, starting with examining the person through the lens of God's Word and spiritual convictions. While seeking advice from godly elders and parents is valuable, the ultimate decision rests with the individual. Key considerations include spiritual compatibility, intellectual alignment, and physical attraction, with a general guideline suggesting a focus on the spiritual aspect. Regarding age, maturity and the ability to support oneself are emphasized over arbitrary timelines.

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Is the person in line with God's Word?We must first go to God's word to see if a potential partner is born again and shares the same spiritual convictions regarding baptism and church membership.

Seeking the advice of elders and parentsIt is good to seek advice from godly elders and parents, as even unconverted parents offer practical wisdom that we should value.

Weighing the reasons behind parental objectionsWe must look at why parents say no, avoiding purely worldly reasons while carefully considering serious concerns about compatibility.

Speaking to each other before decidingPeople should speak to each other at least briefly to understand each other's positions before making a decision.

Evaluating spiritual, intellectual, and physical compatibilityMarriage compatibility can be roughly broken down into 50% spiritual, 30% intellectual, and 20% physical attraction.

Appropriate age for men to marryIn India, it is preferable for a man not to get married before 25 years of age so he has maturity and a job to support himself.

Appropriate age for women to marryWomen should not marry as young as 16 like in past generations, because today a woman must be mature enough to set up her own home.

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