About our course...
Discover God’s Design for Marriage is a great course created by Agape Pastoral Services founder Todd LaVine and his wife, Jodi. The curriculum draws from a deep study of God’s Word, more than 25 years of experience working with hundreds of individuals and couples, and four decades of Todd and Jodi’s own marriage. This course is perfect for first-time marriages, golden-year marriages, or marriages after divorce.
The course walks couples through these essential areas:
Throughout the course, you’ll work through video teaching, two comprehensive course workbooks, practical exercises, and downloadable tools designed to help you talk about the things that matter most before saying, “I do.
The course walks couples through these essential areas:
- Explore & Learn
- Why Marriage
- How Marriage is Built
- Decision-Making
- Communication & Conflict
- Roles & Responsibilities
- Money & Stewardship
- Sexual Intimacy
Throughout the course, you’ll work through video teaching, two comprehensive course workbooks, practical exercises, and downloadable tools designed to help you talk about the things that matter most before saying, “I do.

3 Options to Fit Your Lifestyle
No matter which tier you choose, the goal remains the same.
To help you build a Christ-centered foundation for a healthy, lifelong, ’til death do us part marriage.
To help you build a Christ-centered foundation for a healthy, lifelong, ’til death do us part marriage.

Tier 1 — Online, Self-Guided
Perfect for couples who want the complete course with the same exact teaching and resources while working through the material together at their own pace.

Tier 2 — Online, Guided Support
For couples who want the complete course, along with a little personal guidance and coaching from Todd Lavine as you work through the material.

Tier 3 — In Person, Exclusive
Our team will give you the most personalized experience, this is perfect for couples who want one-on-one support throughout their entire premarital journey.
Pre-Marriage Course Overview
Considering marriage? Watch this short video from author Todd LaVine as he explains the Pre-Marriage Course he authored and what our couples will experience. You’ll learn how this course helps prepare you for marriage through Todd's four decades of marriage, his work with hundreds of marriages, and his knowledge of God's Word.
