Bible Verses about Marriage (To StrengthenRelationships)

What does marriage mean?

The Bible says that marriage is a God-established institution.

Basically, in our words, it means that matches are made in heaven.

Marriages are not easy. They come with their baggage and responsibilities.

It isn’t a bed of roses, but that doesn’t make it any less desirable.

Thus, we bring to you a collection of 100 Bible verses about marriage.

Bible Verses about Marriage (To Strengthen Relationships)

1. Foundations of Forever Love

Solid marriages start with solid scripture (and a good sense of humor).

“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” (Mark 10:9) 🔗
“A man shall leave his father and mother and be united to his wife.” (Genesis 2:24) 🏡
“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.” (Psalm 127:1) 🛠️
“Let marriage be held in honor among all.” (Hebrews 13:4) 💒
“Two are better than one… for they have a good return for their labor.” (Ecclesiastes 4:9) 🤝
“He who finds a wife finds what is good.” (Proverbs 18:22) 💍
“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15) 🏠
“Let all that you do be done in love.” (1 Corinthians 16:14) ❤️
“Through love serve one another.” (Galatians 5:13) 🧺
“Love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins.” (1 Peter 4:8) 🧡

2. Built to Last (Longevity + Loyalty)

These verses are more committed than your grandma’s slow cooker.

“Love never fails.” (1 Corinthians 13:8) 🕊️
“He has made everything beautiful in its time.” (Ecclesiastes 3:11) ⏳
“The heart of her husband trusts in her.” (Proverbs 31:11) 💗
“Be faithful in small things.” (Luke 16:10) 🌱
“A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” (Ecclesiastes 4:12) 🧵
“Do not grow weary in doing good.” (Galatians 6:9) 💪
“Let your yes be yes and your no be no.” (Matthew 5:37) 🤝
“May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth.” (Proverbs 5:18) 💫
“I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine.” (Song of Songs 6:3) 💞
“Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.” (Jeremiah 17:7) 🙏

3. Communication is Holy

Talk less, pray more — and maybe text each other scripture.

“Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” (James 1:19) 🎧
“A gentle answer turns away wrath.” (Proverbs 15:1) 🍃
“Let your conversation be always full of grace.” (Colossians 4:6) 💬
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths.” (Ephesians 4:29) 🧼
“Encourage one another and build each other up.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11) 🧱
“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold.” (Proverbs 25:11) 🍎
“Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.” (Luke 6:45) 🗣️
“Do everything without grumbling.” (Philippians 2:14) 😅
“Make every effort to do what leads to peace.” (Romans 14:19) 🕊️
“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.” (Romans 12:9) 🧲

4. Forgiveness = Marriage Magic

Say “I’m sorry” like you say “I do”—with heart.

“Be kind and compassionate… forgiving each other.” (Ephesians 4:32) 🕊️
“Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” (Colossians 3:13) 🔁
“Love keeps no record of wrongs.” (1 Corinthians 13:5) 🧾
“If you forgive others… your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” (Matthew 6:14) 📖
“Above all, put on love.” (Colossians 3:14) 🧥
“Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry.” (Ephesians 4:26) 🌅
“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” (Matthew 5:7) 💧
“Bear with each other…” (Colossians 3:13) 🐻
“Let love be genuine.” (Romans 12:9) 💝
“The Lord is compassionate and gracious… abounding in love.” (Psalm 103:8) 💓

5. Roles & Respect in Marriage

Because mutual love isn’t one-sided—it’s team Jesus.

“Wives, submit yourselves to your husbands… as to the Lord.” (Ephesians 5:22) 🙇‍♀️
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church.” (Ephesians 5:25) 👑
“Each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself.” (Ephesians 5:33) 🤍
“The wife must respect her husband.” (Ephesians 5:33) 🤝
“Do not be harsh with your wives.” (Colossians 3:19) 🙅‍♂️
“She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.” (Proverbs 31:12) 💐
“Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.” (Ephesians 5:21) 🫶
“Let the husband fulfill his duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband.” (1 Corinthians 7:3) 💌
“She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” (Proverbs 31:26) 📜
“A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown.” (Proverbs 12:4) 👑

6. God in the Middle

Put God in the group chat.

“In all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:6) 🛣️
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” (Proverbs 9:10) 📘
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart.” (Proverbs 3:5) 💛
“Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness.” (Matthew 6:33) 👑
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.” (Colossians 3:15) 🕊️
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” (Psalm 37:4) ✨
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” (Psalm 23:1) 🐑
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in You.” (Psalm 56:3) 🙌
“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” (James 4:8) 📿
“Your word is a lamp to my feet.” (Psalm 119:105) 🕯️

7. Joy in the Journey

Married life with Jesus is anything but boring.

“This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24) 🎉
“A cheerful heart is good medicine.” (Proverbs 17:22) 😄
“Rejoice in the wife of your youth.” (Proverbs 5:18) 💃
“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10) 💪
“May your love increase and overflow.” (1 Thessalonians 3:12) 💦
“You make known to me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy.” (Psalm 16:11) 🛤️
“Be completely humble and gentle.” (Ephesians 4:2) 🌿
“Better is a dry crust with peace than a house full of feasting with strife.” (Proverbs 17:1) 🥖
“Let your fountain be blessed.” (Proverbs 5:18) ⛲
“He fills my life with good things.” (Psalm 103:5) 🍯

8. Intimacy & Romance

Spiritual sparks AND fireworks.

“Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth.” (Song of Songs 1:2) 💋
“Your love is more delightful than wine.” (Song of Songs 1:2) 🍷
“I am my beloved’s and his desire is for me.” (Song of Songs 7:10) 💑
“How beautiful you are, my darling.” (Song of Songs 4:1) 🌹
“You have stolen my heart, my sister, my bride.” (Song of Songs 4:9) 💖
“Awake, north wind… blow on my garden.” (Song of Songs 4:16) 🌬️
“Your lips drop sweetness as the honeycomb.” (Song of Songs 4:11) 🍯
“Your love delights me, my treasure, my bride.” (Song of Songs 4:10) 💎
“Place me like a seal over your heart.” (Song of Songs 8:6) 🔒
“My beloved is mine and I am his.” (Song of Songs 2:16) 💞

9. Marriage in Hard Times

Rain or shine, your vows are waterproof.

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.” (Isaiah 43:2) 🌊
“Cast all your anxiety on Him.” (1 Peter 5:7) 🕊️
“We are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.” (Romans 8:37) 🛡️
“He gives strength to the weary.” (Isaiah 40:29) 🏋️
“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them.” (Psalm 34:17) 📞
“I will strengthen you and help you.” (Isaiah 41:10) 🧗
“Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10) 🌌
“Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves.” (Ecclesiastes 4:12) 🛡️
“Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5) 🌅
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.” (Psalm 34:18) 💔

10. Prayers for Your Partner

Scripture is the ultimate love language.

“I thank my God every time I remember you.” (Philippians 1:3) 📝
“May the Lord make your love increase and overflow.” (1 Thessalonians 3:12) 💗
“The Lord bless you and keep you.” (Numbers 6:24) 🙌
“I have no greater joy than to hear my children are walking in truth.” (3 John 1:4) 👣
“May He give you the desire of your heart.” (Psalm 20:4) 🎯
“I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel.” (Philippians 1:5) 🤲
“I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you.” (Ephesians 3:16) 🧠
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.” (Colossians 3:15) 🕊️
“Rejoice always, pray continually.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-17) 🔁
“Devote yourselves to prayer.” (Colossians 4:2) 🛐