It is not uncommon for young couples to co-habit before marriage, especially in big cities where people are less likely to frown upon them or pass judgment. However, muslim couples who live together risk being hauled up by the religious authorities if they are found out.
Living together before marriage works for some couples who see it as a way to gauging their compatibility and testing their relationship. For some, it is another step in the courtship ritual after the 'dating' stage of a relationship, a stepping stone to marriage.
Although living together helped prepare couples for marriage, not all live-in relationships end up in tying the knot.
Living together out of wedlock is not all that acceptable in our society. Whether it's because of religious convictions, or the notion that a girl is compromised once she has 'lived in sin' with a man, co-habitating before marriage is generally frowned upon here.
People with strong faith will make the decision to get married before moving in, therefore making the marriage stronger. Most online articles on the subject cite research findings indicating that couples who live together are more likely to break up, and that their marriage will more likely end in divorce.
[Stories from StarTwo - Youth dated 3 June 2009. ]
Marriage is the union of a man and a woman. It is a special relationship belonging to each other for life. We are to be a good couple and NOT a perfect couple.
The four essential qualities needed are LOVE, TIME, SELF-TRUST and COMMUNICATION.
Learning to adjust and compromise is an art of happy living because almost every moment we are faced with situations that require a give and take approach. It is not a question of whether we like it or not but such conditions are bound to occur due to the complex and fast lifestyle most of us are involved with daily.
Adjusting and compromising is NOT a sign of weakness but it reflects on the individual's WISDOM, MATURITY and UNDERSTANDING of being able to see what other's can't.
Removing ego and showing respect for each other is another crucial aspect to the success of a relationship. Effective and frequent two-way communication whether verbal or written allows each other brings spark to a relationship and bonding.
Investing quality time regularly in a relationship is imperative as this exercise allows each other to discover themselves deeper. For a better relationship TRUST must be allow to bridge each other future.
Lastly let laughter be the invisible glue in a relationship.
Ephesians 4 : 25 - 32 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. "In your anger do not sin." Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to share with those in need. Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Living together before marriage works for some couples who see it as a way to gauging their compatibility and testing their relationship. For some, it is another step in the courtship ritual after the 'dating' stage of a relationship, a stepping stone to marriage.
Although living together helped prepare couples for marriage, not all live-in relationships end up in tying the knot.
Living together out of wedlock is not all that acceptable in our society. Whether it's because of religious convictions, or the notion that a girl is compromised once she has 'lived in sin' with a man, co-habitating before marriage is generally frowned upon here.
People with strong faith will make the decision to get married before moving in, therefore making the marriage stronger. Most online articles on the subject cite research findings indicating that couples who live together are more likely to break up, and that their marriage will more likely end in divorce.
[Stories from StarTwo - Youth dated 3 June 2009. ]
Marriage is the union of a man and a woman. It is a special relationship belonging to each other for life. We are to be a good couple and NOT a perfect couple.
The four essential qualities needed are LOVE, TIME, SELF-TRUST and COMMUNICATION.
Learning to adjust and compromise is an art of happy living because almost every moment we are faced with situations that require a give and take approach. It is not a question of whether we like it or not but such conditions are bound to occur due to the complex and fast lifestyle most of us are involved with daily.
Adjusting and compromising is NOT a sign of weakness but it reflects on the individual's WISDOM, MATURITY and UNDERSTANDING of being able to see what other's can't.
Removing ego and showing respect for each other is another crucial aspect to the success of a relationship. Effective and frequent two-way communication whether verbal or written allows each other brings spark to a relationship and bonding.
Investing quality time regularly in a relationship is imperative as this exercise allows each other to discover themselves deeper. For a better relationship TRUST must be allow to bridge each other future.
Lastly let laughter be the invisible glue in a relationship.
Ephesians 4 : 25 - 32 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. "In your anger do not sin." Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to share with those in need. Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
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