5 Bible Verses

Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
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Ephesians 5:25KJV
This verse calls husbands to love their wives with a sacrificial, unconditional love, modeling their relationship after Christ's love for the church. It emphasizes deep commitment and selfless care in marriage.
Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
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Genesis 2:24KJV
This foundational verse describes the sacred union of marriage, highlighting the importance of leaving one's family of origin and creating a new, unified relationship with one's spouse. It emphasizes the deep spiritual and physical connection in marriage.
Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
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1 Corinthians 13:4-7KJV
This classic passage describes love's characteristics, providing a powerful model for marital love. It teaches couples to be patient, kind, selfless, and committed, demonstrating that true love is an active choice of compassion and understanding.
Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.
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Proverbs 31:10KJV
This verse celebrates the immense value of a godly wife, emphasizing that a spouse of noble character is more precious than material wealth. It encourages couples to value character, integrity, and spiritual qualities in their relationship.
Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; and hath not another to lift him up.
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Ecclesiastes 4:9-10KJV
This passage highlights the strength of partnership in marriage, showing how spouses support and strengthen each other through life's challenges. It illustrates the practical and emotional benefits of a committed, loving relationship.

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