Many people think they know the answer, but I’ve found we’re often not as clear as we should be. What is a wedding, and what is a marriage?

It's important to base our understanding on what the Bible teaches to ensure it aligns with God's design. Lack of clarity about weddings and marriage leads to confusion in our personal lives, society, and the church.

In his book Christian Ethics, Wayne Grudem provides this helpful definition:

Marriage is… a lifelong relationship between a man and a woman that i...