# "Covenant vs Contract; Why Marriage Reflects Christ and the Church

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Podcast: [Valley Run Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/valley-run-podcast-7054304)
Published: 2026-03-12T18:37:12+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/valley-run-podcast-pod1/2623723
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Duration seconds: 3510

## Resource

This episode Pastor AJ and guest, Jess Mahon, explores the biblical understanding of marriage as a covenant, contrasting it with cultural views of marriage as a contract. It offers practical insights on building a gospel-centered marriage, emphasizing sacrifice, forgiveness, and mutual service, all rooted in the example of Christ.

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