Bible Quiz for Couples — Marriage and Love in Scripture Flashcards

#1

In Proverbs, what does Solomon compare to a fountain of life?

📖 Proverbs 5:15-18

#2

According to 1 Corinthians 13, what does Paul say love is not?

📖 1 Corinthians 13:4

#3

In Genesis, God said it is not good for man to be alone. What did He create for Adam?

📖 Genesis 2:18

#4

How many times does the Song of Solomon use the phrase 'You are beautiful'?

📖 Song of Solomon 1:15, 2:10, 4:1

#5

In Ephesians 5, Paul instructs husbands to love their wives as whom?

📖 Ephesians 5:25

#6

What did Isaac do to show his love for Rebekah after their marriage?

📖 Genesis 24:67

#7

According to Proverbs 31, what does an excellent wife do that is worth far more than rubies?

📖 Proverbs 31:10-31

#8

In 1 Peter 3, what does Peter say wives should not let their beauty depend on?

📖 1 Peter 3:3-4

#2

Love is not envious or boastful

1 Corinthians 13:4 states 'Love does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.' This passage defines what love is by describing its positive qualities, and Paul lists several things love IS NOT, including envy and boasting.

1 Corinthians 13:4

#1

A wise wife's words

Proverbs 14:26 states that fear of the Lord provides strength, but Proverbs 14:27 teaches that 'the teaching of the wise is a fountain of life to avoid the snares of death.' However, Proverbs 5:15-18 metaphorically describes one's wife as a fountain, drawing on language of blessing and blessing in marriage.

Proverbs 5:15-18

#4

Three times

The phrase 'You are beautiful' or direct statements of the beloved's beauty appear approximately three times in the Song of Solomon (1:15, 2:10, and 4:1 contain 'you are beautiful' language), though variations and poetic descriptions occur throughout.

Song of Solomon 1:15, 2:10, 4:1

#3

A helper and companion

Genesis 2:18 states 'The LORD God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him."' God created woman (Eve) as a suitable helper and companion for Adam, establishing the foundation of marriage.

Genesis 2:18

#6

He brought her to his mother Sarah's tent and loved her

Genesis 24:67 states 'Isaac brought her into the tent of his mother Sarah and he married Rebekah. So she became his wife, and he loved her.' This simple statement shows Isaac's affection for Rebekah and indicates she took the place of his deceased mother in his household.

Genesis 24:67

#5

As Christ loved the church

Ephesians 5:25 states 'Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.' Paul uses Christ's sacrificial love for the church as the model for marital love.

Ephesians 5:25

#8

Outward adornment and physical beauty alone

1 Peter 3:3-4 states 'Your beauty should not come from outward adornment... Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight.' Peter emphasizes inner character over external appearance.

1 Peter 3:3-4

#7

She performs good works and brings honor to her husband

Proverbs 31:10 states 'A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.' The passage goes on to describe how such a woman works hard, is generous, and fears the Lord—performing good works that bring honor to her household and husband.

Proverbs 31:10-31

#9

In Malachi 2, God says He hates what practice that involves breaking faith with one's spouse?

📖 Malachi 2:16

#10

According to Ecclesiastes 4, what advantage does a pair have over one person working alone?

📖 Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

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#10

If one falls down, the other can help him up

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 states 'Two are better than one... If one falls down, his friend can help him up.' The passage illustrates the value of companionship and mutual support, principles foundational to marriage partnership.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

#9

Divorce

Malachi 2:16 states 'The man who hates and divorces his wife... does wrong, says the LORD, the God of Israel.' God expresses His displeasure with divorce, calling it a violation of the covenant relationship established in marriage.

Malachi 2:16

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