The meaning of marriage : facing the complexities of commitment with the wisdom of God

Keller, Timothy J. 1950- (author.). Keller, Kathy (Kathy Louise), (author.).

Summary: Based on the sermon series by the author, this book shows everyone, including 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, according to the author. Using the Bible as his guide, coupled with commentary from his wife of thirty-six years, Kathy, the author 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.

Record details

ISBN: 9781594631870 (pbk.)
ISBN: 1594631875 (pbk.)
Physical Description: print
xii, 330 pages ; 21 cm
Edition: First Riverhead trade paperback edition.
Publisher: New York : Riverhead Books, 2016.
Copyright: ©2011

Content descriptions

General Note:	Hardcover edition published in 2011 by Dutton.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 283-325).
Formatted Contents Note:	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 -- Decision making and gender roles.