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Principles of Choosing a Life Partner Part 1: God Before Romance

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ACTIVATE RADIO SHOW Series: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do”

You’re listening to The Activate Radio Show with Pastor Obi. Every week, we bring you practical biblical teaching that activates your faith, strengthens your family, and equips you to live victoriously. Over the past several weeks, we’ve been exploring our series “Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth.” In our last episode, we examined one of the most misunderstood statements of Jesus: “This kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.” We discovered what Jesus was really teaching, the importance of interpreting Scripture in context, and how rightly handling God’s Word protects us from error and strengthens our faith. Today, we begin an exciting brand-new series entitled: How to Choose a Life Partner God’s Way. 16 Biblical Principles Every Man and Woman Must Know Before Saying “I Do.” Whether you’re single, dating, engaged, praying about marriage, helping your children make wise relationship decisions, or simply wanting to understand God’s design for marriage, this series will equip you with timeless biblical wisdom. Today’s message is Episode One: God Before Romance. We’ll discover why the most important quality to look for in a future spouse is neither beauty, wealth, education, nor personality—but a genuine relationship with God. So, get your Bible, your notebook, and your heart ready. 📍 JOIN US THIS SUNDAY Activate Church🕥 10:30 AM📍 Copthorne Hotel, Clippers Quay, Salford, M50 3SN

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