Couples who are engaged tend to get asked the same questions over and over: When’s the wedding? Where will it be? How’s planning going? But one question can catch Christian couples off guard: Why not just move in together before getting married to see if it works?
On the surface, the logic can sound practical. How else are two people supposed to know whether they’re truly compatible? But for Chris...
This piece presents a faith-based argument against cohabitation, framing it as a moral and spiritual issue rather than a pragmatic one. The strongest version of the narrative (steelman) is that it offers a clear, biblically grounded perspective for couples who prioritize religious conviction over cultural norms. It effectively uses Scripture to reinforce its claims, appealing to authority within its target audience.
However, the argument relies heavily on theological assumptions without engaging...