Before the Ring:

Red Flags & Foundations

Christ-Centered Premarital Coaching

Is Your Relationship - Marriage Ready?

Marriage is one of the most beautiful and sacred commitments two people can make. But before the vows are spoken, there’s an important season many couples skip:

The time before the ring.

At Heart to Heart Ministry NJ, Inc. (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit), we help couples slow down, seek God’s wisdom, and build a strong foundation—so red flags don’t get ignored and your “yes” is confident and peace-filled.

This is for you if:

  • You’re in a serious relationship and thinking about engagement
  • You want to build a marriage that lasts, not just plan a wedding
  • You want God’s wisdom and truth to guide your decision
  • You’ve been engaged before and felt rushed or unsure
  • You want to strengthen trust, communication, and unity before saying “yes”

What You’ll Learn

  • Biblical Foundation for Marriage: covenant vs. contract, God’s design
  • Red Flags & Compatibility: what to notice before engagement
  • Communication & Conflict: hard talks with truth and grace
  • Love, Intimacy & Boundaries: healthy emotional and physical boundaries
  • Finances & Career: a simple pre-marriage plan
  • Family & In-Laws: wise boundaries and expectations
  • Spiritual Alignment: keeping Christ at the center and creating a shared marriage vision

Bottom line: This program is a practical blueprint for God’s design for marriage—so love can grow, trust can deepen, and you can step into covenant with confidence.

Too many couples rush into engagement without fully understanding red flags, true compatibility, and God’s design for marriage.

 "Before The Ring" gives you a clear blueprint for God's design to move forward with wisdom, peace, and confidence before you take the next step.

Meet Your Coach – Dr. Deborah

Dr. Deborah has years of experience coaching and counseling couples and is passionate about helping you navigate the pre-engagement season with wisdom and faith. She helps couples slow down, spot red flags, build strong foundations, and move forward with clarity—so you can build a Christ-centered marriage that lasts.

Love is a beautiful start—but it can’t carry a marriage all by itself. Before you get engaged or married, it’s wise to talk about the things that truly matter.

10 Questions Every Couple Should Ask Before the Ring is a free guide to help you start honest, heart-to-heart conversations about faith, values, dreams, and everyday life so you can build a lasting, Christ-centered marriage.

Download it now—your future together deserves a strong foundation.

What to Expect + How It Works

The Clarity Conversation

We name what’s real and what needs attention before engagement—without pressure, fear, or rushing.

The Foundation Season

We strengthen the basics that hold a marriage together: faith, trust, communication, and shared values.

The Red Flag Check

We look honestly at patterns, past wounds, and compatibility so concerns don’t get ignored.

The Agreement Plan

We get on the same page about boundaries, family expectations, finances, and daily life.

The Confident Next Step

You leave with a clear, faith-centered plan and the peace to move forward wisely—together.

FAQ

1) Who is this for?

This is for couples seriously dating, considering engagement, newly engaged, or needing clarity before taking the next step.

2) Do we have to be Christians to work with you?

No—but this program is faith-based and built on biblical truth. You’ll be most comfortable if you’re open to Christ-centered guidance.

3) What’s the difference between coaching and counseling?

Coaching is forward-focused and goal-centered. We work on skills, clarity, and building a strong foundation for your future together.

4) Will you tell us whether we should get married?

I won’t “decide” for you, but I will help you ask the right questions, see patterns clearly, and move forward with wisdom and peace.

5) What topics will we cover?

Faith and spiritual alignment, red flags and compatibility, communication and conflict, boundaries and intimacy, family/in-laws, finances, and shared vision.

6) How long is the program?

It depends on your needs. Many couples choose a short series of sessions to cover the foundation, and others continue a bit longer for deeper work.

7) Do you meet with us together, individually, or both?

Most sessions are together. If needed, individual sessions can be added to support personal growth and clarity.

8) Is this confidential?

Yes. Your privacy matters, and your story is handled with care and respect.

9) Do you offer virtual sessions?

Yes. Sessions can be done online, making it easy to stay consistent wherever you live.

10) What if we discover major concerns?

That’s not failure—that’s wisdom. We’ll slow down, talk through what’s coming up, and decide the healthiest next step with truth and grace.

Before the Ring Don’t Guess Your Way Into Engagement

Get clarity, strengthen your foundation, and move forward with a wise, faith-centered plan.

Start Here: Download my free guide

“10 Questions Every Couple Should Ask Before the Ring”

Then book a discovery call to talk through your next best step.