The Misconceptions About Marriage and Cohabitation

Timothy Keller challenges the common belief that cohabitation before marriage leads to stronger relationships. Contrary to popular opinion, evidence suggests that those who live together before marriage are more likely to break up after marriage. This misconception is often rooted in the experiences of those who witnessed their parents' divorces and seek to avoid similar pain. Keller states, 'A substantial body of evidence indicates that those who live together before marriage are more likely to break up after marriage.' This highlights the importance of understanding the True dynamics of marital stability.