Engagement Copyright https://www.crosswalk.com 2026, Crosswalk.com Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:52:44 -0500 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/things-to-consider-when-planning-a-proposal.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/things-to-consider-when-planning-a-proposal.html Alicia Searl https://www.crosswalk.com/author/alicia-searl/ She's the one! You know it and feel it to the core of your being. Oh, how exciting! Now, you've reached this pivotal moment in your life where you're ready to pop that very important question, all the while praying she responds with a wholehearted, "YES!"Well, my fellow brother in Christ, while this time can be a bit nerve-wracking (and exciting), and you may want everything to be simply perfect, there are a few things you need to consider before moving forward. So, take a deep breath and ask yourself a few questions before you get down on one knee.Photo credit: ©GettyImages/Tom Werner Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/5-types-of-men-that-make-bad-husbands.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/5-types-of-men-that-make-bad-husbands.html Debbie W. Wilson https://www.crosswalk.com/author/debbie-w-wilson/ Don’t marry someone to redeem him. That’s Jesus’ job. Marry someone you respect for who they are now, not for who you hope they will become. Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:40:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/5-beautiful-bible-verses-for-engagement.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/5-beautiful-bible-verses-for-engagement.html Emma Danzey https://www.crosswalk.com/author/emma-danzey/ As you get ready for your wedding day, spend time praying that it will be a time where all who witness the marriage will see the gospel through your commitment to one another. The Lord loves to use marriages and weddings to point others to His eternal love and salvation. Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:30:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/the-good-man-checklist.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/the-good-man-checklist.html Nicole Unice https://www.crosswalk.com/author/nicole-unice/ What should you look for in a "good man?" Sometimes, in the quest for that spiritual leader, you might miss the qualities that Christ put in your man that aren't quite so visible. Thu, 11 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/4-myths-your-husband-believes-about-marriage.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/4-myths-your-husband-believes-about-marriage.html Rhonda Stoppe https://www.crosswalk.com/author/rhonda-stoppe/ Influenced by the marriage of his own parents––or the lack thereof––your husband has gathered together ideas of what marriage should be like. Thu, 04 Jul 2024 10:40:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/10-warning-signs-that-mean-you-re-not-meant-to-say-i-do.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/10-warning-signs-that-mean-you-re-not-meant-to-say-i-do.html Phylicia Masonheimer https://www.crosswalk.com/author/phylicia-masonheimer/ Marriage is serious. God takes it seriously, and so should we. But in an age where weddings take up more conversation time than marriage itself, it’s easy to jump into an engagement on a wave of infatuation without asking some hard questions. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:50:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/why-is-1-corinthians-13-4-8-a-popular-wedding-vow.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/why-is-1-corinthians-13-4-8-a-popular-wedding-vow.html Chelsea Ohlemiller https://www.crosswalk.com/author/chelsea-ohlemiller/ Why is 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8 a popular wedding vow? Mon, 17 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/-prayers-for-a-bride-on-her-wedding-day.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/-prayers-for-a-bride-on-her-wedding-day.html Keren Kanyago https://www.crosswalk.com/author/keren-kanyago/ As the bride takes in the fanfare, glitz, excitement, and anxiety on her big day, what can those close to her do to help her sail through the day and, better still, to fortify her marriage? We are glad you asked - you can pray for her. Wed, 12 Jun 2024 10:35:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/ways-to-manage-stress-while-planning-your-wedding.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/ways-to-manage-stress-while-planning-your-wedding.html Carrie Lowrance https://www.crosswalk.com/author/carrie-lowrance/ Wedding planning is stressful. Take a deep breath, try not to stress, and remember that God is with you in the planning stages, on your wedding day, and through your life in marital bliss. When you meet your spouse at the altar on your wedding day, it will all be worth it. Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:30:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/5-things-to-do-while-youre-engaged.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/engagement-newlyweds/5-things-to-do-while-youre-engaged.html Olivia Lauren https://www.crosswalk.com/author/olivia-lauren/ Once you're engaged, it's time to plan the wedding. But in between deciding on a florist and hiring a caterer, there are some other important, more soul-focused things you should add to your pre-wedding to-do list. Let's take a look at five things you should do while you're engaged:Photo Credit: ©GettyImages/PeopleImages Thu, 30 May 2024 09:45:00 -0400 2026-01-08T03:52:44-05:00