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3 days · Marriage through the lens of Christ

Three grounded readings on shared dignity, Christlike humility, and truthful repair.

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Marriage care note

Marriage is a gift of mutual care, never a warrant for control. Scripture does not excuse abuse, coercion, intimidation, threats, or unsafe submission. If you are unsafe, seek help from trusted people and appropriate local support; you do not owe an unsafe spouse private confrontation or continued access.

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Genesis 1:26–28

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World English Bible Protestant Edition · Genesis 1:26–28 · Public domain text (opens in a new tab) · Read Genesis 1 at eBible.org (opens in a new tab)

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Genesis presents every person as bearing God’s image and receiving a shared blessing and calling. Marriage begins with equal dignity, not a contest for control or importance.

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Each spouse may name one strength or burden they bring today; listen without correcting, then choose one freely agreed act of care.

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Keep going with Day 2: Philippians 2:1–11.

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Marriage through the lens of Christ · Day 1 · Genesis 1:26–28 · World English Bible Protestant Edition · Read Genesis 1 at eBible.org (opens in a new tab)

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