The Meaning of Marriage : : Facing the Complexities of Commitment With the Wisdom of God

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Includes bibliographical references.
Introduction -- The secret of marriage -- The power for marriage -- The essence of marriage -- The mission of marriage -- Loving the stranger -- Embracing the other -- Singleness and marriage -- Sex and marriage -- Epilogue -- Decision making and gender roles.
There has never been a marriage book like The Meaning of Marriage. Based on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone -- Christians, skeptics, singles, long-time married couples, and those about to be engaged -- the vision of what marriage should be according to the Bible. Modern culture would make you believe that everyone has a soul-mate; that romance is the most important part of a successful marriage; that your spouse is there to help you realize your potential; that marriage does not mean forever, but merely for now; that starting over after a divorce is the best solution to seemingly intractable marriage issues. All those modern-day assumptions are, in a word, wrong. Using the Bible as his guide, coupled with insightful commentary from his wife of thirty-six years, Kathy, Timothy Keller shows that God created marriage to bring us closer to him and to bring us more joy in our lives. It is a glorious relationship that is also the most misunderstood and mysterious. With a clear-eyed understanding of the Bible, and meaningful instruction on how to have a successful marriage, The Meaning of Marriage is essential reading for anyone who wants to know God and love more deeply in this life. - Publisher.

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Marriage is NOT a fairy tale submitted by LVDS on June 28, 2021, 4:57pm Our culture & media make marriage look so easy & romantic (sometimes it is, but often not).
AND too easy, if you don't "Like" it -get out, get a new spouse.
That's NOT what this book is about. A great read if you truly want to honour your partner and share a glorious relationship!!

A Strong Marriage, Not For Christians Only submitted by ekjensen on August 20, 2023, 8:02am The author, a Christian pastor cites the basis of marriage on the Bible verse Ephesians 5:18-33 and further verses (with many notes/references) to support his view to strengthen and maintain marriage facing the complexities of commitment with the Wisdom of God.