Marriage Nonfiction

When you say “I do", you begin the journey of a lifetime, and you have dreams of that journey being perfect. But it won’t take long for expectations of the perfect marriage to fade away in the struggles of everyday life. Popular author and pastor Paul David Tripp encourages couples to make six biblical commitments to the Lord and to one another. These commitments, which include a lifestyle of confession and forgiveness, building trust, and appreciating differences, will equip couples to cultivate thriving, joy-filled marriages built on Christ.

Gary Thomas, pastor and best-selling author of Sacred Marriage, believes that one simple word can bring hope, light, and life into any marriage: Cherish. Most marriages survive by gritting teeth and holding on. But what if surviving marriage wasn't the goal? What if we aimed to thrive instead? In Cherish, Thomas teaches us that although there are a countless number of marriages consisting of two people just going through the motions, there are real ways this pattern can be reversed.

If you're unhappy and your life is a mess, you've got no one to blame but yourself - and you can do something about it! Dr. Laura, the incredibly popular and controversial therapist who hosts L.A.'s top-rated midday radio talk show, gives her no-holds-barred take on stupid things women do and how they can change. She uses real-world examples from her show and private practice to drive home the message that once you muster the courage to take responsibility for your problems and to take risks, the possibilities for personal growth and joy are limitless. If you're ready to handle the challenge, you can learn how to lose that jerk of a lover, parent the babies you've made, and follow your dream instead of some dreamboat. Get ready to jump-start your journey into self-worth.

Christian Singles: Beware Prowling Wolves Are you a single Christian, praying to meet the spouse God has for you? Has someone who almost seems too good to be true already come into your life? Written with your heavenly Father's protective heart for the innocent, this Bible Study is especially for you. No matter what that suitor says or how much you long to marry, before you say I do: R E A D T H I S B O O K . Maybe you've been intentional about finding the right relationship. You want someone who shares your faith. Perhaps you're searching Christian Dating websites. But horror stories of ...

Was marrying a man she barely knew really the most practical choice? Abby Taylor’s life was precariously balanced between raising her orphaned niece and nephew, trying to keep the rickety old house from falling down around their ears and keeping her go-nowhere job to pay the bills. She wasn’t looking for romance, let alone marriage. John Lonigan had spent most of his life on the move. He had no plans to settle in one place, to put down roots. And then he met Abby and her little family and found himself playing catch and mending dolls, not to mention fixing windows and building fences. ...

Crack the code on what motivates your man and how you can build a better marriage together! In this revised and updated edition of his classic best seller, Gary Smalley explains how women can use their natural, God-given qualities to build a better marriage. He helps women understand not only the way men think, but also how to move a man's heart. Gary Smalley offers an insider's perspective into the world of men, including practical help and application so wives can deepen their relationships with their husbands and build a lasting marriage.

The stories about everyday situations by award winning author, Sheli Ellsworth, target women, ages 35-80. Sheli Ellsworth has a master’s degree in psychology she uses mainly to annoy family and friends. After many years traveling the world as a Navy wife, she lives with her husband and children in Southern California where she hikes, writes articles, short stories and professional book reviews. More of Sheli’s sardonic wit can be seen on her blog, Dear Miss Betty—advice for those who need to be slapped. Go to dearmissbetty.com. Some of the 24 Chapters: Plump Shiny Lips Anyone? Have ...

Like you, probably, Belinda Luscombe would rather have had her eyes put out than read a book about marriage; they all seemed full of advice that was obvious, useless, or bad. Plus, they were boring. But after covering the relationship beat for Time magazine for 10 years, she realized there was a surprisingly upbeat and little-known story to tell about the benefits of staying together for the long haul.

The essence of a true soulmate relationship is that of deep spiritual connection and a shared commitment to God. Learn to enrich your inner lives while building a strong foundation for a lasting marriage as you focus on basics of love, prayer, Bible study, forgiveness, and more. Relationship experts and authors Ben Young and Samuel Adams give user-friendly tips for nurturing your personal walk with God and enhancing your spiritual connection as a couple through in this 9-week devotional.

What happens when a thoroughly 20th-century American lady journalist becomes a Mexican señora in the 1930s provincial Monterrey? She finds herself-sometimes hilariously-coping with servants, daily food allowances, bargaining, and dramatic Latin emotions. In this vivid autobiography, Newbery Award winning author Elizabeth Borton de Treviño brings to life her experiences with the culture and the faith of a civilization so close to the United States, but rarely appreciated or understood.

Two families assemble for a wedding at a family mansion on the beach in East Hampton. But as the festivities are readied, the father of the bride suffers a massive stroke from alcohol withdrawal and lies in a coma in the hospital. So begins Jeanne McCulloch’s vivid memoir of her wedding weekend in 1983 and its aftereffects on her family and the family of the groom. As McCulloch reveals, the repercussions from that weekend will ripple throughout her own family and that of her in-law as they grapple with questions of loyalty, tradition, marital honor, hope, and loss.

Dr. David Jeremiah reminds us, it's a biblical truth: Sex and passionate, romantic love are God's ideas! Nothing rivals the beauty of the writing in the Song of Solomon - and nothing rivals the wisdom of Solomon on matters of love, romance, marriage, and sexual intimacy. Dr. Jeremiah's thoughtful interpretation of Solomon and Shulamith's relationship provides all of us - whether married or single - with valuable lessons for a better, happier, more fulfilling life and a long, loving marriage.

Within this audiobook, you'll find out how to save your marriage and rekindle the love that you have for your spouse. The purpose of this book is to find solutions to marital problems and equip both husbands and wives with the right attitude and strategies that will eventually create change in the relationship.

The strategies for achieving a successful marriage can be compared to the strategies that businesses and entrepreneurs use to achieve success. Being well-prepared for future challenges, developing effective communication skills, demonstrating unity and understanding, and working to be flexible and open to change are just some of the ways that couples can work together to create a positive and rewarding relationship that will stand the test of time. The marriage contract is all about working together toward success!

From Rock Bottom to Rock Solid: Does your marriage need a tune up, or maybe a complete overhaul? Either way, Marriage by the Book has answers for you. Rick and Rebekah Porterfield draw on over 25 years of marriage ministry experience, as well as their personal experience in restoring their own relationship, to bring you practical, biblical guidance that makes a real difference.

When she was in her mid-thirties, Marian Evans transformed herself into George Eliot - an author celebrated for her genius as soon as she published her debut novel. During those years she also found her life partner, George Lewes - writer, philosopher and married father of three. After 'eloping' to Berlin in 1854 they lived together for twenty-four years: Eliot asked people to call her 'Mrs Lewes' and dedicated each novel to her 'Husband'. Though they could not legally marry, she felt herself initiated into the 'great experience' of marriage.

We all crave connection. The desire to be loved, to have friends, to feel like we are not alone in this world. All of us are defined by the relationships we share, whether it’s with our families, friends, romantic partners, and even ourselves. “It’s All About Relationships” includes a series of essays focusing on the good, the bad, and the ugly part of relationships. With her signature mix of humor and practicality, Rose Bak offers insights into modern relationships and presents real-world ideas on how to make your relationships work better for you. Topics covered include: ...

Every day, countless men and women go to counselors and ask if their relationship can be saved. Even more men and women turn to their friends and trusted family members, bemoaning that what was once good has now turned bad. There are screaming fights, stony silences, glares across a crowded room and sighs of sadness. Sometimes there is a long conversation that ends in tears, and sometimes there isn't a conversation at all.

This book will help you to rekindle the affection and love that all marriages are built on. There's no better guarantee than expert opinions and in-depth discussions on communication, positivity, trust, and more to rediscover what a marriage can bring. Have you ever felt as if your discussions with your spouse are going nowhere? Ever felt as if there's something lacking between you and your spouse? This book is going to help you overcome those problems and improve your marriage!

WE ALL HAVE A STORY OR TWO IN US. MINE ARE PARTICULARLY F'D UP! Stories, adventures, misadventures, rants, raves, and general screwed up musings about what it's like to be a full-time New York Times bestselling genre fiction author and also a freelance journalist/writer. From why you should quit your job and become a full-time writer, to Tony Bourdain's suicide, to how to be a foreign correspondent, to why I don't miss marriage, to why it was mistake getting back with my ex-wife, it's all here in one easy-to-read volume. Anything is fair game here because it's all a part of the writer's ...