Marriage Growth

Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott and Dr. David Olson - renowned marriage experts and founders of the two largest marriage support organizations, SYMBIS and PREPARE/ENRICH - share what they have learned from decades of research involving more than five million couples. Packed with practical and proven methods, data-driven techniques, and immediately usable strategies, Helping Couples is the ultimate guide for coaches, counselors, and clergy who want to know what really works.

Beyond the Languages of Love: Master Emotional Intelligence and Communication for Lasting Relationships Discover the transformative power of emotional intelligence and master the art of meaningful communication with Beyond Love Languages. This groundbreaking book empowers couples and individuals to create thriving, lasting relationships that go far beyond surface-level love expressions.Unlock the Secrets to Deep Emotional Connection: Master Emotional Intelligence: Learn to recognize, understand, and respond to your partner’s emotions with empathy and care. Revolutionize Communication: ...

Throughout Keep Showing Up, Karen includes ideas to implement in your marriage right now, such as powerful statements to speak to your spouse, date-night-on-a-shoestring suggestions, and discussion starters. Discover how your "incompatibility" can become the strength of your marital team in this real-life guide to both living with and loving your spouse - differences and all.

Beautiful isn’t likely the first word that comes to mind when we think about sex. Our reactions are as varied as our experiences and backgrounds. Around us, our culture is divided by this topic. On one side, “progressive” voices seek to dismantle historic Christian teachings to fit current norms. On the other side, “conservative” voices can reinforce messages of shame, judgement, and repression. Beautiful Union offers a third way, one that is both true and beautiful.

The Freedom of Forgiveness: Let Go, Heal, and Thrive by Pablo Roman Caballero Break Free from Resentment, Heal Your Heart, and Step into a New Life of Peace and Joy Do you feel trapped by resentment, haunted by past hurts, or weighed down by wounds that refuse to heal? You're not alone. In The Freedom of Forgiveness, acclaimed author Pablo Roman Caballero guides you on a transformative journey toward emotional liberation, profound healing, and lasting peace. Through compelling narratives, practical guidance, and heartfelt insights, this empowering book uncovers how hidden wounds secretly ...

Romance is much more than a date night out or a week away. A passionate, long-lasting love requires two people who are sensually in love with life and each other. In this fascinating book, the authors explore research on seven activities that prompt passion, then describe how Mediterranean cultures practice these secrets in everyday life. Steve and Misty also share how these fun-to-apply secrets have taken their own marriage from confused to confident, from discouraged to delighted - and how you can do it, too.

Winning your husband back necessitates more than simply rearranging the old stuff in your relationship. You may decide to fight differently than you did in the past, but if the old unresolved anger is allowed to remain, then nothing will genuinely change in our marriage. Winning Your Husband Back Before It's Too Late targets the foundational weaknesses in your marriage.

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.

Marriage is a sacred covenant, a union of two souls embarking on a lifelong journey together. It is a beautiful institution that promises love, companionship, and growth. The wedding day marks the beginning of this extraordinary voyage, but "BEYOND I DO: The Secret of Successful Marriage" delves deeper into the heart of what it takes to build and sustain a thriving marital relationship. In a world where divorce rates and marital dissatisfaction are all too common, this book seeks to be a guiding light for couples, illuminating the path to a fulfilling and lasting union. It is not a quick ...

Lee Strobel was the legal editor for the Chicago Tribune, a Yale graduate, and an atheist when his wife, Leslie, became a Christian early in their marriage. She began going to church; she found new friends; she became a different person. But Lee didn't believe in any of it. Both Lee and Leslie felt they were losing each other. Despite all the emotional clashes they experienced, God answered Leslie's prayers in miraculous ways. He gave her peace when she was feeling worried, gave her friends to walk with her, and gave her his Holy Spirit to comfort and guide her.

Jim Daly, president and CEO of Focus on the Family, is an expert in fatherhood - in part because his own 'fathers' failed him so badly. His biological dad was an alcoholic. His stepfather deserted him. His foster father accused Jim of trying to kill him. All were out of Jim's life by the time he turned 13. Isn't it odd - and reminiscent of the hand of God - that the director of the leading organization on family turned out to be a guy whose own background as a kid and son were pretty messed up?

Are You an Asset or a Liability in Your Relationship?Discover the Power of Being a True Partner in LoveAre you unsure of your role in your relationship or marriage? Do you want to be a positive force, strengthening the bond with your partner and creating a loving and fulfilling partnership? Look no further! "Are You an Asset or a Liability in Your Relationship?" is the ultimate guide to becoming an active and supportive partner in love.In this Ebook, you will learn:The Power of Positive Communication: Understand how active listening, expressing gratitude, and empathizing with your partner's...

In What If Love Is the Point? Carlos and Alexa PenaVega shared how putting God at the center of their marriage, parenting, and career choices dramatically changed their lives and brought real fulfillment. Now, in Love Is the Point, they've created a 100-day devotional, inviting you to join them on the adventure of experiencing God's love and boldly sharing that love with others.

Janie Hunt's path to the true ways of life was shaky, beset with constant sting of rejection and cruelty from her parents. She was a teenager when she first set foot in a church, where her new best friend's dad was a pastor. Now, after graduating from college and still trying to find her path in life, it still pains her to think of her past. Bradley Bridges is a small town guy, well loved by his neighbors and friends. He didn't grow up surrounded by faith, and he didn't know that anything was missing from his life... until he met Janie. As the friendship between Janie and Bradley grows, and...

Together in His Light: Embracing a Christ-Centered Marriage is an inspirational guide that illuminates the beauty, strength, and sanctity of marriage built on a foundation of faith in Jesus Christ. This book offers an uplifting exploration of how couples can cultivate a marriage that not only thrives but also glorifies God, creating a union that is a testament to His love and grace. Marriage, as designed by God, is more than a partnership; it is a covenant, a sacred bond that mirrors Christ’s relationship with the church. In today’s fast-paced and often challenging world, maintaining a ...

Reveals the God you've longed to encounter: a Father head-over-heals in love with you and committed to your highest joy.

Love is easy to give when you are getting it back. Are we still called to God's plan of how to love when we are getting none in return? Shauna Shanks's brave journey through obedience reveals the outcome of when we dare to follow God's ludicrous outline for love as described in 1 Corinthians 13. Wrecked with news of her husband's affair and his request for a divorce, Shauna finds herself urgently faced with a decision. Does she give up and divorce her husband and move on, or does she try to fight for her marriage?

Are You An Asset Or a Liability In Your Relationship? Find Out Now!Are you looking to strengthen your relationship and become a more supportive partner? Discover the key to fostering a loving and fulfilling connection with our groundbreaking guide - "Are You An Asset Or a Liability In Your Relationship Or Marriage?"Unlock the secrets to being an asset in your relationship with our comprehensive guide, "Are You An Asset Or a Liability In Your Relationship Or Marriage?" This eye-opening book delves deep into the dynamics of successful partnerships, offering valuable insights and practical ...

Gabriel Conte has created a life that others dream of—he's married to the love of his life, he's an entrepreneur in multiple fields, he nurtures great relationships with his parents and siblings, and he's sustaining a vibrant relationship with God that's at the heart of everything he does. But it didn't happen overnight. He's worked with intention to get to where he is today. With encouraging and uplifting stories from his personal journey, A Mission for Meaning highlights what he's learned about life, love, and being accountable for the consequences of your decisions.

This book will help you clarify your thinking, process your emotions, and help you make better decisions. If you are ready to design a life you love, this book will help you on your journey. Life teaches us lessons continuously. Do we pay attention and acknowledge what we learn? Do we strive to improve ourselves, and, due to these improvements, are our lives and relationships positive influences for everyone around us? Life is an ongoing process. We should consciously stop sometimes to reflect upon the situations we find ourselves in and the experiences life gives us. Could we have done ...