Believers need to be articulate when defending positions of the faith. We must be able to explain why we believe what we believe; especially regarding traditional marriage.

• It is practically necessary: Marriage was designed to fill the earth. When we adopt lifestyles contrary to God’s will we become unfruitful. 
• It is relationally complementary: Husbands and wives are designed to be harmonious; complementing each other’s strengths and weaknesses.
• It demonstrates spiritual imagery: Marriage mirrors the relationship of Christ and the Church. It serves as an example of how God loves us.

(Verses cited: Leviticus 18:22; John 8:7, 8:10-11; 1 Peter 3:15; Genesis 17:6-8; Jeremiah 32:38; Ephesians 1:4; Acts 17:26; 2 Timothy 3:17; Genesis 5:1; Ephesians 5:22, 5:25; Romans 14:7-8)