Looking for practical Bible-based marriage information and advice to build great marriages and help Teen Challenge students overcome marriage problems? These free printable online Bible studies, verses and other resources offer practical scriptural advice for happily married couples as well as for men and women facing serious marriage problems. Topics include commitment and forgiveness, money and sex, and communication. Check this page (as well as other topics listed below under “More topics”) from time to time, since more Bible studies are added periodically. For individuals, couples, and small group studies. We recommend the first four books here, but there are others in the series.

Book One of “Marriage by the Book”: Laying A Solid Foundation by Doug Britton

Experience the joyful marriage God intends. Discover what it means to be “one flesh.” Understand how to apologize without making things worse. Learn how to primarily focus on changes you should make instead of focusing on your spouse’s faults.
This practical Bible-based book is part of Doug Britton’s eight-book “Marriage by the Book” series. It can be read on its own or as part of the series.

Book Two of “Marriage by the Book”: Making Christ the Cornerstone by Doug Britton

The Bible says, “Unless the Lord builds the house, it’s builders labor in vain” (Psalm 127:1). This practical, cross-cultural marriage book will help you center your marriage in Christ and enjoy his blessings. The biblical guidelines in these pages will help even if your spouse is not a believer or is unwilling to follow God’s word.

This Bible-based marriage book is part of Doug Britton’s eight-book “Marriage by the Book” series. It can be read on its own or as part of the series.
 

Book Three of “Marriage By the Book”: Encouraging Your Spouse by Doug Britton

This cross-cultural Christian marriage book describes six key ways you can encourage and build up your spouse. Learn how to serve wisely, express love, show appreciation, demonstrate respect, and prize your husband or wife above all others Also learn what to do if you don’t respect your spouse.
This practical Bible-based book is part of Doug Britton’s eight-book “Marriage by the Book” series. It can be read by itself or as part of the series.

Book Four of “Marriage By the Book”: Extending Grace to Your Mate by Doug Britton

Everyone experiences disappointments and unmet expectations in marriage. Learn how to respond wisely to your spouse’s faults, graciously deal with disappointments, and appreciate ways your mate does things. Also discover how to conquer your anger and overcome jealousy and insecurity in this practical, Bible-based book.

This cross-cultural book is part of Doug Britton’s eight-book “Marriage by the Book” series. It can be read on its own or as part of the series.