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For 20 years, God has been leading, guiding, and preparing author Mari D. Martin to walk alongside her husband, Chris, through a throat cancer diagnosis, the treatment of that cancer, the recovery from the side effects of the treatments, and then through rehabilitation to return to what will be his new normal.

Christians are increasingly seen as outdated, restrictive, and judgmental when it comes to sex before marriage, cohabitation, homosexuality, gender identity, and transgender rights. In fact, for many people, this issue is one of the biggest barriers for them considering Christianity. Sam Allberry sets out God's good design for the expression of human sexuality, showing that God himself is love and that only he can satisfy our deepest desires. Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With? is a great reminder of the Bible's positive blueprint for love, sex, and marriage.

Working through the book of Job, Sarah Walton (author of Hope When It Hurts) and her husband Jeff reflect on their own experiences in a marriage that has faced chronic illness, baggage from the past, a child with neurological challenges, and financial difficulties—and show how to cling to Christ and each other. This is not a "how-to" guide on having the best marriage, but rather, a walk alongside you and your spouse, sharing the realities of suffering and the effects it can have on a marriage.

The bottom line is Jesus Christ! With him we can do it, without him…well, the truth is some still can, but it’s extremely hard. Honestly, it’s sometimes hard even with the Lord on your side, but with him, we gain the ability and strength to cope with things in the spirit realm that simply cannot be tackled in the natural realm.

In this five-session audio Bible study, New York Times best-selling author and pastor Craig Groeschel gives you five commitments to make in order to fail-proof your marriage. You know the stats, and they are horrifying. 50 percent of marriages don’t make it. What other area of your life are you satisfied with 50 percent odds against you?

For years, people have asked Gail Song Bantum and Brian Bantum to reveal the secret to their marriage as a multiracial Christian couple, each with a high-profile ministry calling. This book reveals the lessons, mistakes, and principles that have helped the Bantums navigate race, family history, and gender dynamics in their twenty-plus years of marriage, while inspiring listeners to pursue mutual flourishing in their marriages and relationships. Choosing Us reflects the realities and demands of modern marriage and respects the callings and ambitions of both partners.

We use words like "honor", "loyalty", and "tradition" to talk about our families. But behind closed doors, if you listen closely enough, you can hear the muffled sounds of suffering. If you are one of those people, take heart in knowing you are not alone. The good news is that you have a choice. You can decide to do things differently, even if it means being the first in your family to do so. Join Felicia Harris and unburden yourself of the weight of family ideals, influences, and imperfections by choosing to believe that what you've always known is not all there is.

Marriage…this word holds so many definitions and various truths for people. Many people may equate marriage with happiness, the end goal, the worst thing you can do to yourself, or the best thing that can happen in life. Whatever your definition, marriage is, first and foremost, a commitment. In I Do. I Don't. I Don't Know., we tackle the importance of having a firm foundation in God's word so that you can be equipped and prepared to handle the not so appealing side of marriage.

In this book, Kwame breaks down for you what Christian dating is all about from the biblical perspective. He also provides a guide to safe and sound Christian dating that allows you to please God while navigating the intricacies of modern courtship.

In this deeply personal and encouraging book, best-selling author and beloved pastor Fr. Joe Kempf takes an honest look at the complexities of forgiveness. With his signature heart and humor, Fr. Joe encourages us not to be too glib about forgiveness, even as he gently reminds us that, ultimately, “Forgiveness is not optional for those who want a joy-filled, meaningful life.”

Worth the Wait, formerly known as X’s and O’s on Layaway, is an unusual story of courtship and love. It tells how Luke and Jamie Knickerbocker came to realize the value of waiting to engage in a physical relationship until their wedding day. In a day where little virtue is reserved for marriage, they share a rare gift of purity and commitment from the very start. They discovered that true love begins with knowing Christ. A foundation is then laid for a meaningful relationship.

A candid companion to the best-selling guide for women, The Good Guy's Guide to Great Sex gives you suggestions for a fulfilling sex life for both you and your wife, whether you're just starting out or simply want to make your sex life what you've always hoped it would be and aren't sure how to get there.

Do you want harmony in your life with minimal drama? Would you like to take comfort in the guidance of the word of God? Do you want to achieve balance and maintain healthy relationships? Boundaries are such an essential part of having healthy relationships with those around you and staying in control of your life. They reduce disagreements and establish internal harmony within yourself and your relationships. Be guided by this book that uses the word of God to help you understand how to set effective boundaries over several aspects of your life.

Want to clear out the noise and fuzz regarding Christian dating? Want to ensure finding the right one? Want to put God first before anything else? Christian dating has become so weird in the last couple of years, totally understandable. The world is getting worse, and finding the right partner seems like an impossible mission. There are so many misconceptions, rules, and lies that have made dating difficult for Christians when it shouldn't be hard at all.

Certified biblical counselor and long-term missionary Dr. Anne Dryburgh describes in biblical terms what secularists refer to as "emotional abuse". From her long experience she explains how an abusive parent relates to a child, and the impact on the child. Her book will assist you in discovering how you can live out the profound truth that in Christ you have everything, including everything for dealing with your childhood experiences.

In Ephesians 5:25, God calls husbands to love their wives just as Christ loves his bride, the church. For husbands to succeed in fulfilling this commandment, they need a good understanding of how the Lord acts as our shepherd, as shown in Psalm 23. In Good Shepherd, Good Husband, author Moy Soriano offers a unique voice to the subject of being a husband, speaking from his passion for God’s word, the testimony of a miraculously restored marriage, and his Latino upbringing. He explores the vital skills of leading your wife while also attending to and caring for her.

Marriage was first, God's idea, and your marriage can be even more beautiful than your wedding ceremony if you apply the principles of marriage that God's word teaches. I have experienced firsthand the pain of watching my love slowly "transform" into an enemy, and it is not a good place to be at. I know every doubt and despair you feel because I have been there too. Everything changed when I got hold of the biblical truths in this audiobook. By God’s grace, I was able to turn the tide in my home and found the willpower to make my marriage work again.

The latest book from Pastor Rich Wilkerson, Jr., Single & Secure, is a guide for living a fulfilling, abundant life, single. His message in this book is clear: Life is made of seasons, and no season is lost or forever. Rich explains that marriage does not produce contentment. Rather, contentment comes from learning to find value in the season you’re experiencing today. With his typical wit and profound insight into the gospel and culture, Rich will take us on a journey to see the beautiful, fun, productive stage of life called being single in a new way.

Single parents who are dating or want to begin a dating relationship wonder: How will dating affect my children and my parenting? They probably have figured out that "dating in a crowd" is complicated. Now they're looking for help. Ron Deal, who has counseled single parents and remarried couples for many years, helps single parents - as well as those who date them - navigate the potential pitfalls involved. He gives perspective on when a relationship may be harmful to the children as well as how it can be a blessing to all.

Many pastors feel ill-equipped to handle the challenges that arise when a couple is going through marital difficulties. If you are or have been in this situation before, this book shows church leaders how to counsel married couples from both a logical and biblical perspective. Author and pastor Jonathan Holmes offers you a practical guide to get started with the first sessions and then offers specific guidance on nine of the most common topics that come up in marriage counseling.