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As the average age for first marriage in America reaches record highs near 30, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hold a strong and different belief: marriage can last forever.
While many young Americans are choosing to delay or skip marriage altogether, Latter-day Saints teach that marriage between a man and a woman is a holy promise from God.
They see it as one of the most important parts of life and God’s plan for happiness.
In 1995, church leaders issued “The Family: A Proclamation to the World.” It states that God ordains marriage and that the family is central to His plan.
Husbands and wives are meant to be equal partners.
Marriage That Lasts Forever
The most special kind of marriage for Latter-day Saints happens inside one of the church’s temples.
Unlike regular weddings that end at death, a temple marriage seals the couple together for time and all eternity.
This means their family can stay connected forever if they live faithfully.
Many members say this promise of eternal marriage is what makes their faith so meaningful.
To have a temple marriage, both the bride and groom must be active church members who meet high standards.
They must live clean lives, pay tithing, follow the church’s health rules, and get approval from leaders.
What The Church Teaches Today
In the 1800s, the church practiced plural marriage for a short time.
That ended in 1890.
Today, the church teaches that marriage should only be between one man and one woman.
Leaders tell couples to love each other deeply, pray together, forgive quickly, and work as equal partners.
They also encourage young adults not to wait too long to marry and start families.
In a country where marriage rates are falling and many people are delaying marriage, the Latter-day Saints’ focus on eternal families stands out.
For millions of members across the United States, this belief shapes how they date, marry, and build strong, happy lives.
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