Marriage Growth Resources

Small Acts. Big Impact. A Stronger Us, Every Day.

Love is more than something we feel. Love is something we choose to do.

In marriage, it is easy to believe that love should simply be understood. We know we love our spouse, and we assume they know it too. But some of the most meaningful expressions of love happen when what is in our hearts becomes visible through our actions.

Scripture reminds us in 1 John 3:18:

“Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.”

Grand gestures can be wonderful, but strong marriages are often built through much smaller moments: the encouraging text sent in the middle of a difficult day, the chore completed without being asked, the phone placed aside during a conversation, the unexpected hug, or the simple decision to pray together before going to bed.

Marriage is built in the big moments, but it is often strengthened in the small ones.

Between work, children, ministry, responsibilities, appointments, errands, and everything else demanding our attention, couples can easily find themselves managing life together without intentionally enjoying life together.

You may still love each other deeply. You may still be committed to one another. But sometimes, without realizing it, meaningful connection gets pushed further down the list.

This week's Couple Challenge is about changing that.

Read Colossians 2:10 aloud.

“And ye are complete in him…”

Being complete in Christ does not mean we never struggle. It means our fundamental identity and worth come from our relationship with Christ rather than from another person’s approval.

“What Marriage Can and Cannot Do”

Place two headings on a sheet of paper.

• Marriage Can…

Make an effort everyday. It doesn't have to be a grand gesture to make a grand statement. Letting your spouse know that you are in this with them goes a long way. Lead with God and act with love, respect and honesty. Remember you are building this journey together, be there for one another with a serving heart.