Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Marriage Troubles?
15 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Marriage Troubles in the Bible
What does the Bible say about marriage troubles? Browse 20 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Marriage Troubles
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- 4Ecclesiastes 9:9
“Live joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest all the days of the life of thy vanity, which he hath given thee under the sun, all the days of thy vanity: for that is thy portion in this life, and in thy labour which thou takest under the sun. Live: Heb. See, or, Enjoy life”
KJV - 5Matthew 19:6
“Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.”
KJV - 6Matthew 19:9
“And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.”
KJV - 7Romans 5:1
“Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:”
KJV - 8Romans 8:28
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
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- 10Ephesians 5:25
“Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Marriage Troubles? (4 Verses)
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”
“Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.”
“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.”
“Live joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest all the days of the life of thy vanity, which he hath given thee under the sun, all the days of thy vanity: for that is thy portion in this life, and in thy labour which thou takest under the sun. Live: Heb. See, or, Enjoy life”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Marriage Troubles? (11 Verses)
“Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.”
“And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.”
“Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:”
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
“Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.”
“Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;”
“So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself.”
“For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.”
“Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband.”
“Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.”
“Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Marriage Troubles
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about marriage troubles. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about marriage troubles and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about marriage troubles is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on marriage troubles needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about marriage troubles with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about marriage troubles, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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