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RELATIONSHIP WISDOM: “HAVE YOU NOT READ?”

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A serene church auditorium with warm ambient lighting, an open Bible on a wooden table, soft golden rays streaming through stained glass, a symbolic heart made from broken pieces becoming whole, a silhouette of a couple standing together in unity, photorealistic, inspirational, high resolution, ministry-themed. Text overlay: “Relationship Wisdom: Have You Not Read?”

When Jesus was asked a difficult question about divorce, He responded with a profound statement:

“Have you not read…?”
(Matthew 19:4)

In one sentence, Jesus revealed one of the greatest secrets of successful relationships:
Before you form an opinion, before you make a decision, before you commit your life — you must read.

Jesus taught that marriage is not for everyone (Matthew 19:11).
Not because marriage is bad, but because marriage requires maturity, understanding, and intentional growth.

Marriage is not automatic — it is manual.
You don’t drift into a healthy marriage.
You build one.
You invest in one.
You learn your way into one.

Many enter marriage with feelings…
But it takes wisdom to stay.
It takes knowledge to build.
It takes understanding to thrive.

The truth is:
You cannot outsource your marital journey.
You cannot skip the process.
You cannot “pray away” the responsibilities that only wisdom can solve.
In marriage, you are responsible for your own growth — no one can do that for you.

This is why reading, learning, studying, and intentionally seeking knowledge is not optional.
It is a requirement for anyone who wants to love well, lead well, and build a lasting home.

And thankfully, God has blessed us with authors who have been graced to teach, guide, and simplify the deep issues of relationships.

Below are three powerful books by Rev. Dr. Albert Femi Oduwole and Pastor Olateju Oduwole — books that will strengthen singles, enrich couples, and empower families.


MARRYmatics: The Formulae for Marrying Right — Albert Femi Oduwole

MARRYmatics is a complete encyclopedia for singles preparing for marriage and couples seeking clarity in choosing right.

  • 5 Dangerous Things You Don’t Do Before You Say “I Do”
  • Solomon’s 5 Kinds of Women a Man Must Not Marry
  • Solomon’s 5 Kinds of Men a Woman Must Not Marry
  • 10 Truths of True Love
  • The 10 Love Litmus Tests
  • 7 Proven Steps to Marrying Right
  • When It Is Okay to Break a Relationship
  • 5 Keys to Finding True Love
  • 21 Reasons Why I Chose to Marry My Wife

Buy MARRYmatics on Amazon


I Love My Spouse… But — Albert Oduwole

This practical, humorous, and insightful book explores everyday marital issues with wisdom and solutions that help couples reduce conflict and strengthen emotional connection.

  • Understand daily marital challenges
  • Resolve conflicts with emotional intelligence
  • Restore joy and affection in marriage
  • Learn how small habits affect long-term peace
  • A fun and insightful “laugh and learn” experience

Buy I Love My Spouse… But on Amazon


The Art of Siblinghood — Olateju Oduwole

This book highlights the beauty and complexity of sibling relationships while offering tools for communication, bonding, forgiveness, and building lifelong connection.

  • How siblings can bond deeply and healthily
  • Resolving childhood conflicts
  • Building mature adult sibling relationships
  • Understanding emotional patterns between siblings
  • Strengthening love within the family

Buy The Art of Siblinghood on Amazon


CONCLUSION

If Jesus said, “Have you not read?” — then reading is not optional for anyone who wants to build relational success.

Whether you are dating, engaged, married, parenting, or building family unity, these books will supply the wisdom you need for the journey.

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