Is there a point to marriage?
546854
i agree with you, i doubt seeing myself get married because when you do you are making a promise to be together forever through good times and bad & alot of people cant keep those promises thats why im probably never gonna get married there's no real point to it thats just my opinion
1101661
I do believe in soul-mates although I think the term is over used.  I believe in it because I have seen it - but only twice in my lifetime.  What is the point in soul-mates?  I don't think there is a 'point' I think it just is.  That is like saying what is the point to people needing oxygen - we do, its really that simple.\nMy observation of the two couples who I believe were with their soul-mate astounded me.  In both cases after many years of marriage you knew instantly that they absolutely were still head over heals in love with each other.  There was a magic when they were in the same room.  Their respect and love for each other radiated from them.  Although no obvious outward signs, (such as public demonstration of affection) people around just knew that they loved each other - totally.  Their acceptance of each other and support of each other was always evident.\nI really don't believe you can be soul-mates with an animal.  Although there is one similarity - again that is total acceptance of each other - unconditional love if you will.\nAs for breaking up a marriage because you don't think the person is your soul-mate - I would think that totally wrong.  There wouldn't be very many marriages in existence.  There are many wonderful marriages built from respect and love between people who may not be 'soul-mates'.
101626
No. But it is convenient to be married to a good women and to have beautiful children.
693731
It could go either way, just realise that marriage is a serious thing and requires tons of hard work to make it succeed.
21697
Marriage means tax benefits. :-)  Ususally you share last names (but it's not mandatory).\n\nOtherwise, it's pretty much the same. If you love each other, that's all that really matters.\n\nSome people view marriage as sealing love for one another, being "accepted" into the family.  Some view it as a trust issue..."locking" the relationship because the partner may find it easier to leave during rough times if otherwise.\n\nTax benefits. :-)
317864
I would say depends on how long you know each other. I would not use marriage just to show that you are together. You might consider just living together for a while/years and if the mood strikes you and both really WANT to get married then do so. It should be your choice, not the choice of people around you. Good luck!
351834
Everyone gets off on different things - but if you have issues with it, maybe you should try to figure out if you can handle it. There is no point getting married unless you are 100% sure, otherwise it is a recipe for disaster
244046
No its not!!! Because the bottom line that once you marry the sex life becomes less and less. It may not be right away that this happens but its true it does happen. When you are thinking of marriage you should make sure that this person is the one who you want to spend the rest of your life with. Marriage is about uniting as ONE!Its my opinion that communication would be the most important thing in a marriage up under have Jesus at the roots of the marriage! Sex does play a role in a marriage because  two people who are married feel the most connected when they are making love as the should but its not the most important thing. Marriage includes making decisions together, compassion, understanding, just letting the other one know that you are there for them no matter what, friendship.  So have fun with your SEX but remember marriage is more that just SEX if you marry for this reason then you are going to end up unhappy and wanting out! Truth of the matter, things change so will the sex life.Good Luck to you!
481661
I think marriage is wonderful! It is absolutely amazing to me.  My husband and I will be married 5 years this July (Lord's willing) and it seems like we are still in the honeymoon phase.!!!\n\n\nI also think that if more people would incorporate what the Bible says about marriage into their life, that there would not be so many divorces.
170710
If you're not sure, then don't. Marriage is a big step and commitment. You don't want to half-a$$ it.
419627
It is not necessary.  In the traditional sence the two people would wait to have s e x untill after marriage.  Marriage is the ultimate commitment and s e x is theultimate form of physical love, so the two have just become a pair.
824998
If you are concerned about the legal benefis when you marry someone then you should probably not get married. Marriage is about love, not material things you'll receive.
709258
please its just a ring, i would much rather have a happy marriage, than a bad marriage and a big ring, get whatever you can afford and do it.....\nps whats the point of being engaged if u do not want to be married?
538294
Yes. Otherwise, couples would go their seperate ways when things got hard, instead of making it work. Marriage is a rational decision you make to be with 1 person, even if it gets hard. Think about a world full of broken homes, with only one parent. That would be reality without marriage.
647213
Marriage is just a way of saying , hey i love you enough to be with you forever . It is a way of telling someone you can count on me . I know , that you don't have to be married to spend the rest of your lives together. But , it means alot more & makes you feel alot better to know someone feels strong enough about you to say---> this is it I have found what i want , what i need in you ! But , marriage is alot of work--> as is everything that is worth having in life! I like knowing when i go home someone is there waiting for me ! I like knowing that i can have sex whenever i need it , without worrying where you are going to get it from . And , I like knowing if i really need someone to be there for me--> i've got it! Now , i know that all of you big strong men don't care about any of that right ? But, when you truely grow up , you will.... It's nice to go home and be with someone , without having to worry about coming up with some wierd messed up stuff growing on your _ _ _ _!
4731
A love marriage for sure.\nBut in some cultures an arranged marriage could be a good idea.
635085
Yes, I believe in marriage. I married my husband because I was, and still am, in love with him. In the eyes of GOD, we share each other and are bonded to one another. We became one person on that day. That's not to say that we don't have individual thoughts, feelings and ideas but to say that we share feelings, thoughts and ideas with each other in a way unlike if we knew "there would be a way out" or "backdoor". He is half of me and I half of him. We have from that day on thought of each other and consulted each other before making decisions to be courteous and considerate of the other feelings. The one you marry would, rather should, love you through it all and truly mean the words he/she vows. For me, I know my husband does and as do I. It's hard but it's well worth all the effort. I hope that you can find this kind of love and one day decide to share this kind of bond with someone you will love for always. Best wishes. Take care.