
5 Traditional Marriage Vows: What They Mean and Why They’re Still Important
There’s a reason traditional marriage vows have endured for centuries.
Focus on the Family is a Christian non-profit dedicated to helping families thrive in Christ. We believe every individual and family’s greatest need is a saving relationship with Jesus Christ. We help people live their lives according to His principles, which leads to happier, healthier families and a stronger society. Founded in 1977, we provide significant help to more than two million families every year. We provide biblically based advice and assistance in the areas of marriage, parenting, foster care, adoption, special needs and spiritual development. Our goal is to see redeemed families, communities and societies worldwide.
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What are your strengths as a parent? In what areas could you grow? The 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment is your opportunity to improve your skills as a mom or dad in your daily family life. Plus, you’ll learn what each of the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting is and how you can cultivate those traits amidst the challenges of parenting.
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There’s a reason traditional marriage vows have endured for centuries.
There’s a reason traditional marriage vows have endured for centuries.
If your marriage is in trouble, you can cry out to God with these prayers for marriage restoration. Remember that nothing is too hard for God.
If your marriage is in trouble, you can cry out to God with these prayers for marriage restoration. Remember that nothing is too hard for God.
Learning Bible verses can feel daunting. How do you start and what verses should you choose? A list of 25 Bible verses for kids to memorize and suggestions on how to make it fun can get you and your family started.
Learning Bible verses can feel daunting. How do you start and what verses should you choose? A list of 25 Bible verses for kids to memorize and suggestions on how to make it fun can get you and your family started.
Sometimes it’s hard to know if you’re disciplining your children effectively. Try using these five measures from the Bible.
Sometimes it’s hard to know if you’re disciplining your children effectively. Try using these five measures from the Bible.