Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Relationship?

14 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Relationship in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about relationship. This collection of 18 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

14
Total Verses
4
Old Testament
10
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Relationship

  1. 1
    Genesis 2:24
    Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Leviticus 18:22
    Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Job 22:23
    If thou return to the Almighty, thou shalt be built up, thou shalt put away iniquity far from thy tabernacles.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Proverbs 13:20
    He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed. destroyed: Heb. broken
    KJV
  5. 5
    John 3:16
    For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Romans 6:16
    Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness?
    KJV
  7. 7
    Romans 6:23
    For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
    KJV
  8. 8
    Romans 8:1
    There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Romans 8:5
    For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit.
    KJV
  10. 10
    Romans 12:1
    I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
    KJV

Subtopics of Relationship

abusive relationships
age differences in relationship
age differences in relationships
bad relationships
being in a relationship
broken relationships

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Relationship? (4 Verses)

Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.
If thou return to the Almighty, thou shalt be built up, thou shalt put away iniquity far from thy tabernacles.
He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed. destroyed: Heb. broken

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Relationship? (10 Verses)

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness?
For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit.
I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.
Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.
Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. affection: or, mind

How to Study What the Bible Says About Relationship

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about relationship. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    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.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about relationship 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 relationship 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 relationship needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about relationship 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 relationship, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Relationship?

You have studied 14 verses about relationship. Now test your knowledge with chapter-by-chapter quizzes covering the books where these verses appear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about relationship?
Explore what the Bible says about relationship. This collection of 18 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 14 key verses about relationship spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about relationship are there?
There are 14 key Bible verses about relationship compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about relationship?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about relationship is Genesis 2:24 — "Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh."
Where in the Bible does it talk about relationship?
Relationship is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 14 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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