Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Saving Civilization with Marriage (with Brad Wilcox)

Jul 16, 2024

Sociologist Brad Wilcox discusses the importance of healthy marriages in society, debunks myths about marriage, and gives insights on creating a marriage-friendly culture. They explore the impact of marriage on well-being, the appeal of traditional masculinity in relationships, and the influence of policy and cultural attitudes on marriages and families.

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Brad Wilcox

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Marriage is a vital predictor of societal well-being, influencing rates of deaths of despair and levels of happiness.

Healthy marriages lead to increased financial stability and overall well-being, offering social support and emotional engagement.

Deep dives

Challenges to Marriage Ideals

Voices from both the left and the right argue against the institution of marriage, claiming it to be unfavorable for men or women, leading to an anti-nuptial culture. This societal shift poses challenges in appreciating the significance of marriage and family for adults and children.

Intro

3min

Impacts of Marriage and Family on Well-being

21min

Exploring the Appeal of Traditional Masculinity in Contemporary Relationships

3min

Influencing Marriages and Families Through Policy and Cultural Attitudes

5min

Exploring the Paradox of Marital Happiness and the Importance of Seeking God

2min

Why are healthy marriages so vital for a flourishing society? What factor best predicts a high-quality marriage? What are some of the most common myths people believe about marriage today and how can Christians make a difference to encourage a marriage-friendly culture? These are just a few of the questions Sean discusses with sociologist Brad Wilcox regarding his new book Get Married. Dr. Wilcox brings his years of studying marriage to respond to some of the biggest myths about marriage, but also give some practical insights about how to help create a marriage-friendly culture.

Brad Wilcox is Professor of Sociology and Director of the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia, Future of Freedom Fellow at the Institute for Family Studies, and a nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. The author of Get Married: Why Americans Should Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families and Save Civilization (Harper Collins, 2024), Wilcox studies marriage, fatherhood, and the impact of strong and stable families on men, women, and children.

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