The Old Testament tells the stories of fascinating men and women in relationship: couples who live with chronic disappointment, couples who overcome all obstacles to be together, in-laws who can't stand each other, a wife who risks death if she walks in on her husband unannounced, and a husband who takes back his wife when she becomes a prostitute. There are arranged marriages, fiercely loving marriages, enduring marriages, an instant marriage, a coerced marriage, and a perfect marriage—until the couple blew it!

In this nine-session LifeGuide® Bible Study, Dale and Sandy Larsen lead you to dig deeper into these relationships highlighted in the Bible to learn important lessons about marriage, God and yourself.

LifeGuide Bible studies feature:



- A guide to getting the most out of the study, including suggestions for how to participate in individual or group study.

- Leader's notes for preparation and leading a group through the study.

- "Now or Later" section following each session to help you act on what you learn.

- Trustworthy biblical wisdom from experienced authors.

About LifeGuide Bible Studies

Presented in a convenient workbook format and featuring the inductive Bible study approach, LifeGuide Bible Studies are thoroughly field-tested prior to publication. They are proven and popular guides for digging into Scripture on your own or with a small group.

For over 30 years, LifeGuide Bible Studies have been your trusted companion for thoughtful, Scripture-based exploration, helping individuals and groups engage deeply with God's Word. With over 15 million copies sold, this beloved series has guided countless Christians through books of the Bible and meaningful topics, offering timeless insights and practical application.



Dale Larsen has written more than forty books and Bible studies with his wife, Sandy, including Growing Older and Wiser in the LifeGuide Bible Studies series.



Sandy Larsen has written more than forty books and Bible studies with her husband, Dale, including Growing Older and Wiser in the LifeGuide Bible Studies series.



Getting the Most Out of Couples of the Old Testament



1. Adam and Eve: Ideal Companions - Genesis 2:15--3:13



2. Abraham and Sarah: Waiting Together - Genesis 17:1-8, 15-22; 21:1-7



3. Isaac and Rebekah: HowGod Makes a Match - Genesis 24:24-67



4. Jacob and Rachel: Love Endures - Genesis 29:1-30



5. Boaz and Ruth: Faithfulness Rewarded - Ruth 2:1-13; 4:1-17



6. Elkanah and Hannah: Dealing with Disappointment - 1 Samuel 1



7. David and Abigail: Wise Intervention - 1 Samuel 25:14-42



8. Hosea and Gomer: Unconditional Love - Hosea 1 and 3



9. King Xerxes and Esther: Courageous Influence - Esther 4:1--5:8



Leader's Notes