| Description |
1 online resource (283 pages) |
| Note |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| Contents |
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. |
| Summary |
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. |
| Subject |
Marriage -- Religious aspects -- Christianity.
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| Genre |
Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Keller, Kathy (Kathy Louise)
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| Added Title |
Facing the complexities of commitment with the wisdom of God |
| Other Form: |
Print version: Keller, Timothy J., 1950- Meaning of marriage. New York : Dutton, c2011 9780525952473 (DLC) 2011032434 (OCoLC)706017796 |
| ISBN |
9781101540329 (electronic bk.) |
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110154032X (electronic bk.) |
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9781101543207 (electronic bk.) |
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1101543205 (electronic bk.) |
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9781101547311 (electronic bk.) |
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1101547316 (electronic bk.) |
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9781101548042 (electronic bk.) |
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1101548045 (electronic bk.) |
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