Based on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone - Christians, skeptics, singles, longtime married couples, and those about to be engaged - the vision of what marriage should be according to the Bible.
Modern culture would have 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; and that starting over after a divorce is the best solution to seemingly intractable marriage issues. But these modern-day assumptions are wrong. Timothy Keller, with insights from Kathy, his wife of thirty-seven years, shows marriage to be a glorious relationship that is also misunderstood and mysterious. The Meaning of Marriage offers instruction on how to have a successful marriage, and is essential reading for anyone who wants to know God and love more deeply in this life.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Modern culture would have 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; and that starting over after a divorce is the best solution to seemingly intractable marriage issues. But these modern-day assumptions are wrong. Timothy Keller, with insights from Kathy, his wife of thirty-seven years, shows marriage to be a glorious relationship that is also misunderstood and mysterious. The Meaning of Marriage offers instruction on how to have a successful marriage, and is essential reading for anyone who wants to know God and love more deeply in this life.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
- The Secret of Marriage
- The Power of Marriage
- The Essence of Marriage
- The Mission of Marriage
- Loving the Stranger
- Embracing the Other
- Singleness and Marriage
- Sex and Marriage
Epilogue
Appendix: Decision Making and Gender Roles
ENDORSEMENTS:
Incredibly rich with wisdom and insight that will leave the reader, whether single or married, feeling uplifted. - The Washington Times.
The rare marriage book I would heartily recommend to any single, no matter his or her age, whether dating, courting, engaged, or disinterested......Rich and practical. - The Gospel Coalition.
This is a book Christians need to read. - The Christian Post.
A brilliant book that explains why marriage is in such dire straits, and how to rescue it. - Breakpoint.
