Pre-Marital Communication: Building a Foundation for Marriage
Learning to Talk, Listen, and Understand Before You Say 'I Do'
A practical, biblically-grounded course on communication for couples preparing for marriage. Drawing on the Pre-Marital Alpha series, this course explores how upbringing shapes expectations, how personality differences affect communication, and how couples can build habits of honest, loving dialogue that will sustain a lifetime marriage. Students will gain tools for active listening, resolving tension, and discovering the unspoken assumptions that can derail a relationship before it begins.
What You'll Learn
Course Introduction
In this course, we will delve deep into the biblical principles surrounding communication in marriage, examining the foundational aspects that can either fortify or jeopardize this sacred union. We recognize that the journey to unity begins long before the wedding day through understanding ourselves and our partners. Our exploration is rooted in Scripture, guiding us towards enriching, honest dialogue that honors our commitments to one another.
Curriculum
9 lessons
Course Details
Materials: The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence (https://ccel.org/ccel/l/lawrence/practice/cache/practice.pdf); The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis (https://www.ccel.org/ccel/k/kempis/imitation/cache/imitation.pdf)
Translation: NKJV
Level: Intermediate
Passing Score: 70%