The meaning of marriage : facing the complexities of commitment with the wisdom of God
Edition
1st ed.
Publication Information
New York, N.Y. : Dutton, 2011.
Physical Description
283 p. ; 24 cm.
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.
Notes
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.