COHABITATION, COMMITMENT & God's Design for Relationships - Paperback

by Dw Ball (Author)

COHABITATION, COMMITMENT & God's Design for Relationships is a concise Christian minibook that addresses one of today's most common relationship questions: Is it okay for couples to live together before marriage?

Written in a warm, pastoral, and non-judgmental tone, this book explains the biblical perspective on cohabitation, sexual intimacy, and marriage covenant while also engaging with modern social research on relationship outcomes.

It is especially aimed at:

• Young adults navigating dating relationships
• Engaged couples seeking biblical foundations
• Christians who have drifted from biblical teaching on sexuality
• Readers curious about how faith intersects with modern relationship culture

Topics covered include:

• What the Bible teaches about marriage as a covenant
• Why sexual intimacy is reserved for marriage in Scripture
• The difference between commitment and cohabitation
• Common myths about "living together first"
• Research findings on relationship stability and marriage outcomes
• Grace, forgiveness, and practical steps for those already cohabiting

Each chapter builds toward clarity and application, helping readers understand not only what the Bible says, but why it matters today.

Includes 4 Appendices: with FAQs, Discussion Questions, Scripture references and Resources.