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I'm so confused and heartbroken...my wife announced our marriage was over because she'd found someone else. What can I do?
Billy Graham writes, "Perhaps the most important thing I can tell you is this: God knows what you are going through, and He wants to help you."

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My boyfriend and I are thinking of getting married, but he doesn't believe in God. What should I do?
Billy Graham writes, "If you are a sincere Christian, you're only setting yourself up for trouble if you marry someone who not only doesn't share your faith but rejects it."

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My husband says either I forget Christ or he's leaving. What should I do?
Billy Graham writes, "I know you feel like you're being torn in two—and in a sense you are ... I pray, however, that you will stay faithful to Christ, and trust Him for the future."

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As far as my girlfriend and I are concerned, marriage is just a piece of paper. We've been living together for three years now, and we're perfectly happy the way we are. What would you say to us?
Billy Graham writes, "Have you ever asked yourselves what marriage is in God's eyes? To Him, marriage isn't just a nice social custom or a useful legal arrangement."

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My marriage has turned into one long shouting match. Is it over?
Billy Graham writes, "No, it doesn't need to be at an end—and God doesn't want it to end."

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I can't live with my husband, but I can't seem to live without him either.
Billy Graham writes, "The most important thing I can possibly tell you is to build your marriage on Christ. Make Him the foundation and center of your marriage ..."

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Most of my friends are already married, and I am not getting any younger. What should I do?
It is important to remember that it is not necessarily God's will for everyone to marry.

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Does the Bible approve of some homosexual relationships?
The Bible, in Genesis, in chapters one and two, provides God's blueprint for marriage and for His good gift of sex.

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How can we resolve the problems we are having in our marriage?
It is good to know that your desire is to deal with the problems you are having, rather than run away from them. Because God established marriage, it is most satisfying when it is based on Him.

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Does the Bible say that the husband is to be the head of the home?
The Bible teaches that the husband is the head of the home, but there is a considerable amount of misunderstanding over how that headship is to be expressed.

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Is there anything wrong with a Christian marrying a non-Christian?
It is very dangerous for a Christian to marry someone who has not made a heart and life commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.

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What can I do about the harsh and hurtful things my husband says to me?
We can appreciate the frustration and pain you have experienced as a result of your husband's hurtful words. ... Remember that God loves you, and you are important in His sight.

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Would it be all right to marry if my boyfriend promises to change and control his temper?
Marriage is a serious decision. Above all, you need to seek God's will. You would be wise to be cautious.

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I've decided I'm going to move in with my boyfriend. How can I know if it's going to work unless we try living together?
Billy Graham writes, "A lasting and secure marriage must include two elements: commitment and trust. But this is exactly what will be lacking in this relationship—nor will they have much opportunity to grow."

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I'm tempted to go on the Internet and sign up for one of those dating services. Do you think that would be a good idea?
Billy Graham writes, "The most important advice I can give you is for you to turn this very important area of your life over to God."

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My fiance isn't religious. But he's very kind and thoughtful, and he isn't opposed to my church activities or anything like that.
Billy Graham writes, "My prayer is that you will want God's will in this matter. Almost no other decision in life is as important as this one, and it would be tragic for you to go astray."

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My husband has just been sentenced to prison for several years. I still love him, and he says he still loves me. What would you advise me to do?
Billy Graham writes, "I strongly urge you not only to maintain your marriage, but also to make it grow even stronger during this difficult time. With God's help, it can happen."

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When we were dating, my husband said he'd stop drinking if I married him, and he did for a while. But now he's drinking more than ever.
Billy Graham writes, "Let me first tell you what you should not do: Don't simply ignore your husband's problem or assume that it will somehow get better or go away by itself."

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Our mother died about a year ago. My brother and I don't want our father to remarry. How can we get him to respect our feelings?
Billy Graham writes, "I know this is a difficult time for you and your brother; no doubt you still feel the loss of your mother very keenly. But if you truly love your father, you want what is best for him."

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Our son vowed he'd never remarry after his first wife left him, but last month he met someone he wants to marry. Should we say anything?
Billy Graham writes, "Let him know that you love him and respect him, and tell him you hope he will think through what he's doing because you know this is a major decision."