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The Marriage Artist: A Novel
by Andrew WinerTwo mysterious deaths unlock one man's past and another's future in this moving tale of art, love, and historyWhen the wife of renowned art critic Daniel Lichtmann plunges to her death, she is not alone. Lying next to her is her suspected lover, Benjamin Wind, the very artist Daniel most championed. Tormented by questions about the circumstances of their deaths, Daniel dedicates himself to uncovering the secrets of their relationship and the inspiration behind Wind's dazzling final exhibition.What Daniel discovers is a web of mysteries leading back to pre-World War II Vienna and the magnificent life of Josef Pick, a forgotten artist who may have been the twentieth century's greatest painter of love. But the most astonishing discoveryis what connects these two artists acrosshalf a century: a remarkable woman whose response to the tragedy of her generation offers Daniel answers to the questions he never knew to ask.Ambitious, haunting, and stunningly written, The Marriage Artist tells a universal tale of a family dramatically reshaped by the quest for personal freedom in the face of inherited beliefs, public prejudices, and the unfathomable turns of history. It is at once a provocative snapshot of contemporary marriage, the recovery of a passion that history never recorded, and a fierce reminder of the way we enlist love in our perpetual search for meaning and permanence.
The Marriage Bargain
by Angel MooreMarriage by Necessity Lily Warren's new hat shop is her ticket to self-reliance...until a fire threatens to destroy her dreams. And when Edward Stone-her landlord and the town blacksmith-bursts into her private rooms to rescue her, Lily's reputation is tarnished. So Edward proposes a solution that could save her good name-even as it puts her independence at risk. With an orphaned niece who needs a mother, Edward believes a marriage of convenience is the answer to his and Lily's problems. But he didn't plan on developing feelings for his new wife. And now he can't quell his urge to protect impulsive, kindhearted Lily. Perhaps it's time for the wary blacksmith to try forging something truly precious-a real family...
The Marriage Bargain: Her Amish Child Her Cowboy Inheritance The Marriage Bargain (Family Blessings #4)
by Stephanie DeesTimes of loss can lead to blessings for a world-weary bachelor and the foster mother caring for his two nieces in this heartwarming smalltown romance.Jules Sheehan will do anything to keep custody of the two orphaned girls in her care—even enter a marriage of convenience with their uncle. Cam Quinn crosses the globe as a travel writer, but when he learns that his sister died—leaving behind two little girls—he’s ready to settle down and care for them. Now tough, tender Jules is offering the home Cam has secretly been longing for. And what starts as a marriage in name only may soon become a family of the heart.
The Marriage Book
by Nicky Lee Sila LeeFull of practical advice, this bestselling book by Nicky and Sila Lee is easy to read and designed to prepare, build, and even mend marriages. The Marriage Book is essential reading for any married or engaged couple. This resource addresses questions like:How can we be happily married to one person for our entire life?How do we resolve conflict?How can we discover and rediscover sexual intimacy?The Marriage Course is a series of seven sessions, designed to help couples invest in their relationship and build a strong marriage. It serves as a bridge between the church and local community by recognizing the need to go beyond the social, as well as physical, walls of the church to help couples with their relationships.Marriage Course is easy to run; the talks are available on DVD (sold separately) and each guest and leader receives a manual. If you enjoy hosting people and have a passion for strengthening family life, you could run a course!
The Marriage Book (ALPHA BOOKS)
by Nicky Lee Sila LeeHow can we be happily married to one person for the whole of our lives? How do we resolve conflict? How can we discover and rediscover sexual intimacy?Nicky and Sila Lee have been married for over 40 years, and this book distils all the wisdom and advice they have gleaned from their own experience, and the experience of others they have counselled. Based on the solid foundations of the Christian faith, Nicky and Sila demonstrate the value, importance and potential of any marriage. They suggest how we can not only stay married, but also make the most of our married lives together, covering topics such as:- Effective communication- Parents and in-laws- Conflict and forgiveness- Sex and expressions of loveThe Marriage Book provides practical advice for any married or engaged couple who want to build a strong and lasting marriage, while also offering insights for single people who are interested in getting married in the future.
The Marriage Book Newly Revised Edition
by Nicky Lee Sila LeeToday we are facing a global crisis when it comes to families. Marriages are under more pressure than ever. Many children are growing up without experiencing the security of their parents' love and commitment—and as a result are finding it harder to receive God's unconditional love. There is an urgent need to invest in marriage and family life, for strong societies are built on strong families, and strong families are built on strong marriages.The Marriage Book, developed by Nicky and Sila Lee of Alpha, has been revised and updated to address these needs and provides practical tools to help couples at every stage of their relationship. Along with the companion seven-session Marriage Course, this resource will help couples:Better understand each other's needsCommunicate more effectivelyGrow closer by learning methods to resolve conflictsRecover from the way they may have hurt each otherRecognize how their upbringing has affected their relationshipImprove relationships with parents and in-laws The Marriage Book is based on a Christian understanding of love and serves to strengthen marriages within the church while, at the same time, being accessible for all couples from any cultural background. Full of practical advice, it will help couples prepare, build, and even mend their marriages.
The Marriage Box: A Novel
by Corie AdjmiFeatured as a Goodreads Most Popular Book of May 2023 and Top 6 Jewish Books This Year, The Jewish Chronicle Casey Cohen, a Middle Eastern Jew, is a sixteen-year-old in New Orleans in the 1970s when she starts hanging out with the wrong crowd. Then she gets in trouble and her parents turn her whole world upside down by deciding to return to their roots, the Orthodox Syrian Jewish community in Brooklyn.In this new and foreign world, families gather weekly for Shabbat dinner; parties are extravagant events at the Museum of Natural History; and the Marriage Box is a real place, a pool deck designated for teenage girls to put themselves on display for potential husbands. Casey is at first shocked by this unfamiliar culture, but after she meets Michael, she’s enticed by it. Looking for love and a place to belong, she marries him at eighteen, believing she can adjust to Syrian ways. But she begins to question her decision when she discovers that Michael doesn’t want her to go to college; he wants her to have a baby instead.Can Casey integrate these two opposing worlds, or will she have to leave one behind in order to find her way?
The Marriage Builder: Creating True Oneness to Transform Your Marriage
by Larry CrabbBestselling author Larry Crabb cuts to the heart of the biblical view of marriage: the "one-flesh" relationship. He argues convincingly that the deepest needs of human personality—security and significance—ultimately cannot be satisfied by a marriage partner. We need to turn to the Lord, rather than our spouse, to satisfy our needs. This frees both partners for "soul oneness," a commitment to minister to our spouse's needs rather than manipulating them to meet our own needs. With "soul oneness" comes renewed "body oneness," where couples enjoy sexual pleasure as an expression and outgrowth of a personal relationship. The Marriage Builder also identifies three building blocks essential to constructing marriage: the grace of God, true marriage commitment, and acceptance of one's mate. Discussion questions are included to aid couples who want to dig into it and apply the principles to their own lives and marriages. The Marriage Builder is for anyone who longs to transform marriage from trial to triumph.
The Marriage Counseling Workbook: 8 Steps to a Strong and Lasting Relationship
by Emily Cook PhD, LCMFTWith exercises and examples from real-life marriage counseling sessions—The Marriage Counseling Workbook will reconstruct how you and your spouse think about, communicate with, and show love for one another.Many people want stronger marriages—but few know how to create them. This dilemma is at the crux of Dr. Emily Cook's marriage counseling work. In her private practice, Dr. Cook helps couples pinpoint the cause of their troubles and recreate a deep, lasting connection. Whether you're newly married or have been married for years, The Marriage Counseling Workbook offers step-by-step marriage counseling exercises for learning to talk about the tough issues and build ongoing skills for healthy communication.The Marriage Counseling Workbook provides the tools and support you need to achieve a stronger, healthier marriage. In The Marriage Counseling Workbook you will find:Descriptions of the most common marital challenges—communication, money, intimacy, anger, and conflict—offering insight into your own strugglesReal-world questions and evaluations to help you gain a deeper understanding of one anotherAn 8-step structure with exercises that will teach you to work through problems and find solutionsMarriage counseling requires a commitment to your relationship—and to the marriage counseling itself. Like your very own marriage counseling specialist, The Marriage Counseling Workbook will be with you every step of the way as you commit to restoring the health and happiness of your marriage.
The Marriage Course Leader's Guide Revised and Updated
by Nicky Lee Sila LeeToday we are facing a global crisis when it comes to families. Marriages are under more pressure than ever. Many children are growing up without experiencing the security of their parents' love and commitment to each other—and consequently are finding it harder to receive God's unconditional love. There is an urgent need to invest in marriage and family life, for strong societies are built on strong families, and strong families are built on strong marriages.The Marriage Course, developed by Nicky and Sila Lee of Alpha, has been revised and updated to provide practical tools to help couples at every stage of their relationship. This update includes talks from experts including Dr. Gray Chapman, Dr. Henry Cloud, and Dr. Sue Johnson on topics such as money, sex, love languages, healthy boundaries, and building connections. The course will also cover how couples can:Better understand each other's needsCommunicate more effectivelyGrow closer by learning methods to resolve conflictsRecover from the way they may have hurt each otherRecognize how their upbringing has affected their relationshipImprove relationships with parents and in-lawsThe Marriage Course is based on a Christian understanding of love and serves to strengthen marriages within the church while being accessible for all couples from any cultural background, with or without a background in the Christian faith. This leader&’s guide is included with The Alpha Marriage Course and is also sold separately.SESSIONSBuilding Strong FoundationsThe Art of CommunicationResolving ConflictThe Power of ForgivenessThe Impact of Family—Past and PresentGood SexLove in ActionExtra Session: Coping with Times of Separation
The Marriage Course Study Journal
by Nicky Lee Sila LeeThe study journal is designed for use with The Marriage Course Film Series. The Marriage Course was developed by Nicky and Sila Lee who oversee family ministries at HTB Church in London and was revised and updated in 2020. The course offers a married couple the tools to build a strong and healthy relationship that lasts a lifetime. During each evening, couples talk about important issues that can get swept under the carpet in the rush of daily life. While the course is based on Christian principles, it is designed for couples with or without a church background.Sessions cover:Strengthening ConnectionThe Art of CommunicationResolving ConflictThe Power of ForgivenessThe Impact of FamilyGood SexLove in ActionThe study journal is designed for use with The Marriage Course Film Series (9780310116714), sold separately.
The Marriage Devotional: 52 Days to Strengthen the Soul of Your Marriage
by Levi Lusko Jennie LuskoGreat marriages are made, not born.God wants you to have a strong, thriving, and fun marriage. Even in the midst of mortgage payments, emotional baggage, drama, mistakes, and a whole lot of laundry, your marriage can not only survive, but be sweet, steady, and strong.Wherever you are right now, God wants to use your marriage to grow you in strength, kindness, tenderness, joy, and leave a legacy that will change the world.In these 52 devotions, Levi and Jennie will point you to God&’s word and help you experience a depth and beauty you may have never thought possible. Whether your marriage needs fine tuning, or to be torn back to the studs and be rebuilt, this devotional will help you:Unlock new joy and vibrancy by recognizing there is better beyond the honeymoon phaseUncomplicate conflict as you learn to fight fairly as members on the same teamAccess Godly wisdom by engaging and staying steady when your marriage doesn&’t look the way you thought it would This unique devotional is power packed with questions to answer and discuss. You&’ll find short prayers to pray over your spouse and a checklist of fun, thoughtful activities to do throughout the week.Perfect for newlyweds and even seasoned married couples, this devotional journey will be the encouragement your marriage—not just any marriage—needs to flourish.
The Marriage Game Plan: Developing a Winning Strategy for Marital Success
by George Gregory Tondra GregoryMarriage coaches and NFL chaplains George and Tondra Gregory give couples practical tools for long-term success in this holistic, biblically based guide for marriage. Many engaged and married couples want to win in their relationship, but they get in the marriage game with no strategy in mind. In The Marriage Game Plan, George and Tondra Gregory draw on their experience to help couples develop a personalized plan for marital success. The Gregorys offer insight on: Following the best playbook: Understand how God&’s design for marriage forms the foundation for your relationship. Being on the same team: Navigate disagreements in a loving way. Tackling tough conversations: Master the art of effective communication as your relationship grows in grace. Overcoming your opponents: Remain unified with your teammate even in tough times. Winning the home game: Solidify the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors you need to thrive in your marriage. Including questions and action steps at the end of every chapter, bonus video coaching with the authors, and a guide for writing your own plan for victory, The Marriage Game Plan equips you to move forward with purpose and joy toward the same goal.
The Marriage Gift: 365 Prayers for Our Marriage - A Daily Devotional Journey to Inspire, Encourage, and Transform Us and Our Prayer Life
by Jennifer Smith Aaron SmithThe Marriage Gift will inspire and equip you to pray boldly and specifically every day of the year to grow in confidence and intimacy with both your spouse and the Lord.Prayer is one of the greatest assets to your marriage. Whether you already feel comfortable praying together or need help kickstarting your prayer life, The Marriage Gift is your go-to guide for bold, powerful prayers for your marriage.Filled with practical, real-world topics such as health and healing, finances, trust, technology issues, anxiety, temptation, self-control, life transitions, supporting each other's goals, and more, this book will open your eyes and your heart to new ways of loving your partner. As you pray together, you will:Learn to trust God more as you see him move in mighty ways in every area of your life and marriageExperience growth and change in the areas of your marriage that need workCreate a lifelong habit of deep, meaningful, and specific prayer for your marriageLearn how God intends marriage to be a ministry that blesses your community and the world at large, in addition to growing you individually Aaron and Jennifer Smith have shown how the power of prayer can transform a marriage as they've shared personal challenges and victories for more than ten years. The Marriage Gift is their invitation for you to experience transformation in your own marriage as you commit to praying bold, powerful prayers for one another this year.
The Marriage Knot: 7 Choices that Keep Couples Together
by Ron Zappia Jody ZappiaWhat exactly does it take to make marriage strong?Ron and Jody Zappia were on the brink of divorce. It was their first year of marriage and already things were falling apart. They desperately searched for anything that would help. And then, suddenly, everything changed. Today, the Zappias lead The Knot Marriage Conference where they present seven transformative principles that saved their marriage. The Marriage Knot teaches these same principles to new audiences. Full of wisdom, humor, and refreshing transparency, The Marriage Knot unpacks the choices successful couples make. Marriage, like a knot, has to be kept tight. Left to itself, it loosens over time and can completely unravel. This highly practical book focuses on the everyday decisions you can make to rejuvenate and restore your marriage. Delving into topics like communication, sex, conflict resolution, and more, it offers the tools you need for life-long marriage health. Whether you&’re engaged, newlyweds, or seasoned marriage veterans, this book will help make your marriage strong, no matter what pressures attempt to unravel it.
The Marriage Knot: 7 Choices that Keep Couples Together
by Ron Zappia Jody ZappiaWhat exactly does it take to make marriage strong?Ron and Jody Zappia were on the brink of divorce. It was their first year of marriage and already things were falling apart. They desperately searched for anything that would help. And then, suddenly, everything changed. Today, the Zappias lead The Knot Marriage Conference where they present seven transformative principles that saved their marriage. The Marriage Knot teaches these same principles to new audiences. Full of wisdom, humor, and refreshing transparency, The Marriage Knot unpacks the choices successful couples make. Marriage, like a knot, has to be kept tight. Left to itself, it loosens over time and can completely unravel. This highly practical book focuses on the everyday decisions you can make to rejuvenate and restore your marriage. Delving into topics like communication, sex, conflict resolution, and more, it offers the tools you need for life-long marriage health. Whether you&’re engaged, newlyweds, or seasoned marriage veterans, this book will help make your marriage strong, no matter what pressures attempt to unravel it.
The Marriage Mission
by Pam AndrewsAs a missionary, Mac Arnett has traveled the world to help others. When an injury leads him to accept a position as a pastor in West Virginia, Mac thinks he's finally found a place to call home—with beautiful youth group leader Jenny Kincaid at his side.Jenny can't deny her attraction to the strong, caring new minister, but she's no stranger to a broken heart. And she can't quite believe that Mac's given up his wandering bachelor ways for good. Can he convince her that he'll stick around for a lifetime?
The Marriage Pact (An Amish of Marigold Novel)
by Kathleen FullerPerry and Daisy's fake relationship is fooling everyone . . . but they're the ones who might be getting fooled.When Daisy Hershberger and Perry Bontrager meet, they discover they have one thing in common: both their families are way too eager to see them matched with the person of their dreams. Daisy is convinced that Maynard is the one for her, but her parents have their doubts. And Perry? His family wonders if there's anyone out there for a quirky guy like him. He's also certain that some people--himself included--are destined to be single for life.After comparing notes, Perry and Daisy agree to a pact. He'll help her make Maynard realize what he's missing, and she'll pretend to be Perry's love interest to keep his matchmaking mother satisfied. For a while, their pact seems to be working.Maybe their imagined futures aren't exactly what fairy tales are made of, but they're committed to their plan . . . until they realize that a real-life fairy tale is happening where they least expect it. Sometimes, you don't have to pretend to be anything but yourself in order for love to find you.The final book in the Amish of Marigold series is a heartwarming, cozy inspirational romance featuring a pretend relationship and plenty of small-town charm. A perfect read for fans of Beverly Lewis and Suzanne Woods Fisher.
The Marriage Prayer: 68 Words that Could Change the Direction of Your Marriage
by Patrick Morley David DelkMarriage is the most significant human relationship we ever experience. Yet many people do not think about how a great marriage happens, and why. In this new book, The Marriage Prayer, Morley and Delk come together to help you invest in the most important person in your life, before it's too late.The Marriage Prayer covers topics ranging from worship and security to money and sex. Filled with case studies, application questions, and real-life stories, this book is just the thing to keep you moving down the road toward a great godly marriage.
The Marriage Prayer: 68 Words that Could Change the Direction of Your Marriage
by Patrick Morley David DelkMarriage is the most significant human relationship we ever experience. Yet many people do not think about how a great marriage happens, and why. In this new book, The Marriage Prayer, Morley and Delk come together to help you invest in the most important person in your life, before it's too late.The Marriage Prayer covers topics ranging from worship and security to money and sex. Filled with case studies, application questions, and real-life stories, this book is just the thing to keep you moving down the road toward a great godly marriage.
The Marriage Ultimatum
by Jean KincaidJUAN ANTONIO HAS A PROBLEMJuan Antonio Fuentes wants to sell his father’s mango plantation. But before he can leave Mexico and head back to the U.S., he has to bring in a good crop. And that calls for the best fruit inspector in the region. But when a beautiful woman sets foot on his land, his life and his heart are turned upside down.Dealing with difficult men is all in a day’s work for Carina Garza. But she’s never met anyone like Antonio before. He’s both strong and sweet, and soon she’s falling head over heels for the handsome plantation owner. When he proposes marriage to her-with the condition she never work again-Carina is stunned. Can this modern woman earn both love and respect from her traditional man?
The Marriage Wish
by Dee HendersonDEE HENDERSON'S CLASSIC FIRST ROMANCE! Successful, blessed with friends and a rich faith-as Scott Williams's thirty-eighth birthday dawned, he was at the top of his game. Or was he? Although his life seemed perfect to others, Scott felt that something was missing. But how could a rugged executive admit he yearned for a family of his own to love? After making a birthday wish to meet the woman of his dreams, Scott encountered enchanting author Jennifer St. James strolling along the beach. Her beautiful looks hid a heart mourning her late husband and a faith once deep, now fragile. Would Scott's hopes and prayers bring fulfillment for both of their dreams?
The Marriage Wish & God's Gift
by Dee HendersonStories of sweet second chances from bestselling author Dee HendersonThe Marriage WishA birthday wish leads lonely bachelor Scott Williams to Jennifer St. James...but love is the last thing on Jennifer's mind. Weighed down with sadness and regret, she's certain happiness is out of reach. Only patience, faith and everlasting love can make their marriage wishes come true.God's GiftMission work in Africa is James Graham's life.So when an injury exiles him home, he's left adrift. Can he find new purpose with Rachel Ashcroft? The lovely volunteer's care packages always cheered him while he was in Africa. Now it's James's turn to make her happy...for the rest of his life.
The Marriage You've Always Wanted
by Gary Chapman"Marriage is For our deepest human need...companionship." --Dr. Gary Chapman. And that, according to counselor and relationship expert Dr. Gary D. Chapman, author of the New York Times bestseller The Five love Languages is to have deep and lasting union with another to truly become one. But how can you build that oneness from the beginning? With the expert wisdom and practical common sense that have made him a popular speaker worldwide, Dr. Chapman helps couples with such questions as... "Why won't my spouse change?" "What does it really mean to love someone else?" "How do I get him to listen to me?" "What if I'm the only one working at the marriage?" Whether you're starting your life together...or just need to improve communication in your marriage...Dr. Chapman's wisdom will help you move toward "the marriage you've always wanted."
The Marriage You've Always Wanted: 28 Days To Creating The Marriage You've Always Wanted With The Spouse You Already Have
by Gary ChapmanFrom America's favorite marriage expert and author of the New York Times #1 bestseller, The 5 Love Languages®Respected marriage counselor Gary Chapman looks at the key issues that will help you build the marriage you've always wanted, answering such real-life questions as . . .Why won't they change?Why do we always fight about tasks and responsibilities?Why should we have to work at sex?In the warm, practical style that has endeared him to audiences worldwide, Dr. Chapman delivers advice on all the "big issues," like: MoneyCommunicationDecision makingIn-lawsand much moreEach chapter includes a "Your Turn" opportunity for reflection and interaction between spouses.Discover the "joy potential" in your marriage and your "ministry potential" for God!