Mentoring in Marriage: A Legacy of Love


As we step into the new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how our marriages can impact not only our own lives but also those around us. Marriage is more than a private relationship—it’s a powerful example of love, commitment, and faith for the next generation.

Proverbs 22:6 (KJV) reminds us, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” This applies not only to our children but also to the couples we encounter in our communities. Whether we realize it or not, our marriages serve as a living testimony to others. Are we modeling grace, forgiveness, and partnership, or do we let the world see division and strife?

Mentoring other couples is one of the most impactful ways to leave a legacy of strong marriages. By sharing your experiences—both the triumphs and the challenges—you can encourage others to persevere. Invite younger couples into your lives. Show them how you navigate conflict, prioritize communication, and put Christ at the center of your relationship.

We are grateful to have a marriage community within our church. It is helpful to both encourage younger couples and to have older married couples to look up to. Legacy and longevity in marriage helps us all.


This year, let’s commit to setting a good example. Pray together, serve together, and love one another in ways that reflect God’s design for marriage. Your example will ripple through families, communities, and future generations.

We challenge you to reach out to a couple in need of encouragement. Invite them for coffee or tea :) share your story, and offer your prayers. Let 2024 be a year of building stronger marriages and mentoring others in the covenant of love.

As we celebrate new beginnings, may your marriage shine brightly as a beacon of hope and faith. Happy New Year! Let’s walk together, strengthening one another as we build a legacy of love.

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