Date
8-9-2024
Department
Rawlings School of Divinity
Degree
Doctor of Ministry (DMin)
Chair
Mario Garcia
Keywords
pre-marital, pre-marital counseling, counseling, marriage, relationship, covenant relationship, relationship tools, communication, effective listening, oneness, kingdom relationship, kingdom marriage
Disciplines
Counseling
Recommended Citation
Rhymes-Proctor, Brandi, "The Effects of Pre-Marital Counseling" (2024). Doctoral Dissertations and Projects. 5920.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/doctoral/5920
Abstract
The action research project explores the implementation of a pre-marital program at Victory Tabernacle Baptist Church in Conroe, Texas. The pre-marital counseling program equips couples with practical and impactful tools for building strong marriages. The church's 120-year history emphasizes the importance of family and Christian values, and the counseling program is a natural extension of that commitment.
Chapter Two delves into the biblical foundations of marriage, exploring God's vision for this sacred covenant, and establishes a precedent for churches that offer similar programs to their congregants. Such an understanding shapes the program's pre-marital context, ensuring couples embark on their journey with a strong foundation. Chapter Three outlines the methodology used to develop and implement the program within the church. The program is designed to help couples identify potential areas of weakness within their relationship and equip them with tools to overcome these challenges, fostering a more resilient partnership.
Chapter Four explores the experiences and outcomes of the program participants. Analysis of the results provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of pre-marital counseling. The concluding chapter examines the overall effectiveness of the program and the need for such resources within the church community. Chapter Five examines the impact of pre-marital counseling on both engaged and married couples, highlighting its potential to strengthen families and build a thriving church body.
Results show that findings from the action research project confirm the need for a pre-marital counseling program at Victory Tabernacle Baptist Church. Implementing this pre-marital program offers many benefits that contribute to the overall well-being of the church and its mission to build strong Christian families.
