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.
