THE INFLUENCE OF EVANGELIZATION ON CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE STABILITY AMONG COUPLES IN METHODIST CHURCH NAIROBI SYNOD, KENYA
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| author | Japhet Ngugi, Kiambi James, Mwita Mary, Kinoti |
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| contents | <p><strong>Purpose</strong>: This study examined the influence of evangelization on Christian marriage stability among couples in the Methodist Church Nairobi Synod, Kenya, addressing the gap in empirical evidence on how church-based spiritual practices shape marital outcomes within Methodist congregations.</p> <p><strong>Methodology</strong>: Guided by Social Exchange Theory, the study adopted a mixed-methods research design integrating quantitative and qualitative approaches. The target population comprised 4,010 married adults across 17 circuits of the MCK Nairobi Synod. A sample of 194 respondents was selected using stratified random sampling for quantitative data and purposive sampling for interviews and focus groups. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and in-depth interviews, yielding a 72.2% response rate (n = 140). Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression analysis, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically.</p> <p><strong>Findings</strong>: The findings indicated that evangelization has a statistically significant and positive influence on Christian marriage stability (r = .714, p < 0.05; R² = 0.674; F = 27.384, p < 0.001). Key evangelization practices—such as prayer, Bible study, pastoral counseling, Christian fellowship, and consistent church attendance—were identified as strong predictors of marital stability.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: The study concludes that intentional and structured evangelization programs play a critical role in promoting stable and fulfilling Christian marriages. Strengthening church-based spiritual engagement enhances relational commitment and resilience among couples.</p> |
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| spellingShingle | THE INFLUENCE OF EVANGELIZATION ON CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE STABILITY AMONG COUPLES IN METHODIST CHURCH NAIROBI SYNOD, KENYA Japhet Ngugi, Kiambi James, Mwita Mary, Kinoti Evangelization Christian, marriage stability Methodist Church Nairobi Synod Kenya Social Exchange Theory <p><strong>Purpose</strong>: This study examined the influence of evangelization on Christian marriage stability among couples in the Methodist Church Nairobi Synod, Kenya, addressing the gap in empirical evidence on how church-based spiritual practices shape marital outcomes within Methodist congregations.</p> <p><strong>Methodology</strong>: Guided by Social Exchange Theory, the study adopted a mixed-methods research design integrating quantitative and qualitative approaches. The target population comprised 4,010 married adults across 17 circuits of the MCK Nairobi Synod. A sample of 194 respondents was selected using stratified random sampling for quantitative data and purposive sampling for interviews and focus groups. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and in-depth interviews, yielding a 72.2% response rate (n = 140). Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression analysis, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically.</p> <p><strong>Findings</strong>: The findings indicated that evangelization has a statistically significant and positive influence on Christian marriage stability (r = .714, p < 0.05; R² = 0.674; F = 27.384, p < 0.001). Key evangelization practices—such as prayer, Bible study, pastoral counseling, Christian fellowship, and consistent church attendance—were identified as strong predictors of marital stability.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: The study concludes that intentional and structured evangelization programs play a critical role in promoting stable and fulfilling Christian marriages. Strengthening church-based spiritual engagement enhances relational commitment and resilience among couples.</p> |
| title | THE INFLUENCE OF EVANGELIZATION ON CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE STABILITY AMONG COUPLES IN METHODIST CHURCH NAIROBI SYNOD, KENYA |
| topic | Evangelization Christian, marriage stability Methodist Church Nairobi Synod Kenya Social Exchange Theory |
| url | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19702546 |