Thursday, February 14, 2008

Why Bother Getting Married?

From FOCUS ON THE FAMILY, Today, 14-Feb-2008 Edition
by Dr Bill Maier

Why Bother With Marriage?

Why bother getting married when living together is so much easier?

That's what a lot of couples are asking today. It may seem like a good alternative,
but the reality is that most couples who cohabit don't stay together for long.

In fact, research shows that they have a 46-per-cent greater chance of breaking up.

We could debate the wisdom of living together before marriage.

The truth is that marriage holds people together during tough times.
People who have made the commitment are much less likely to dump their partner.

Marriage also provides stability for children. When kids know that their parents
are married they grow up with a greater sense of security. Marriage not only makes
for a healthier couple but also happier children.

The bottom line is: It just makes sense.

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