Marriage Ministries Recommended Resources

Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas

Your marriage is more than a sacred covenant with another person. It is a spiritual discipline designed to help you know God better, trust him more fully, and love him more deeply. Scores of books have been written that offer guidance for building the marriage of your dreams. But what if God's primary intent for your marriage isn't to make you happy, but holy? And what if your relationship isn't as much about you and your spouse as it is about you and God?

A Lasting Promise by Scott M. Stanley et.al

A Lasting Promise offers solutions to common problems--facing conflicts, problem solving, improving communication, and dealing with core issues--within a religious framework. With the ultimate purpose of upholding the sanctity of marriage, the book is filled with stories that reflect the sacred teachings of the scripture. The strategies outlined can help Christian couples to improve communication, understand commitment, bring more fun into their relationship, and even enhance their sex life. This book will serve as an invaluable resource for all couples who want to honor and preserve the holy sacrament of their union.

Sheet Music by Kevin Leman

Want satisfying sex? You can make beautiful sexual music. In Sheet Music, psychologist and family expert Dr. Kevin Leman makes it clear: If you and your spouse work in tandem, you'll create some of the most stunning sounds ever heard!

All it takes is practice...and the right attitude, says Dr. Leman. Sex is about the quality of your entire love lofe, not just the alignment of your bodies. So if you're willing to forge ahead for the sake of the best marriage you can imagine, this book is for you. It will expand and challenge your thinking, help you start your marriage off right, or go for humdrum to exciting if you're already married.

Why not start now?

Managing Our Finances God's Way

Did you know there are over 2,350 verses in the Bible about money? Did you know that nearly half of Jesus' parables are about possessions? The Bible is packed with wise counsel about your financial life. In fact, Jesus had more to say about money than about heaven and hell combined. In this 7-week, video-based, small group study, you will hear from five renowned experts on the subject of biblical financial management.

Intimate Issues by Dillow and Pintus

You want sex with your husband to be fulfilling. But can sex be both sensuous and sacred? Written by two mature wives and Bible teachers, Intimate Issues answers the questions women most frequently ask about physical intimacy. Through its solid teaching, warm testimonials and biblical insights, you'll come away with full permission to be the best lover you can be! Includes discussion questions at the end of each chapter; a secret, sealed challenge to be read only after you've finished the book; and a 12-week Bible study on becoming a godly and sensuous wife.

The Smart Step-Family by Ron Deal

Ron Deal understands the inner workings of the stepfamily and provides practical, realistic solutions to the issues they face. Includes questions and activities that make this a great resource for small groups, pastors and counselors, as well. With a biblical perspective, he helps remarried and soon-to-be-married couples solve the everyday puzzles of stepparenting, learn communication skills with ex-spouses, deal with the common pitfalls, and so much more.