The Meaning of Marriage
The Meaning of Marriage
by Tim and Kathy Keller
From the Publisher's Blurb:
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.
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Sacred Marriage
By Gary Thomas
Your marriage is more than a sacred covenant with another person. It is a spiritual discipline designed to help you know God better, trust him more fully, and love him more deeply.
Scores of books have been written that offer guidance for building the marriage of your dreams. But what if God’s primary intent for your marriage isn’t to make you happy . . . but holy? And what if your relationship isn’t as much about you and your spouse as it is about you and God?
Everything about your marriage--everything--is filled with prophetic potential, with the capacity for discovering and revealing Christ’s character. The respect you accord your partner; the forgiveness you humbly seek and graciously extend; the ecstasy, awe, and sheer fun of lovemaking; the history you and your spouse build with one another--in these and other facets of your marriage, Sacred Marriage uncovers the mystery of God’s overarching purpose.
This book may very well alter profoundly the contours of your marriage. It will most certainly change you. Because whether it is delightful or difficult, your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with God, and to a spiritual integrity that, like salt, seasons the world around you with the savor of Christ.
Baby Dedication
There will be a baby dedication on Sunday, January 22nd in both morning services. This is open to all parents who want to dedicate both themselves and their child to God. Just show up Sunday morning and be prepared to come up on stage with your child as Pastor Pat gives you a short challenge.
Bible Reading Plans 2012
In our Sunday Night teaching on January 8th, Pastor Mark mentioned three Bible reading plans. Those plans are listed below for you to print off on your own.
- Read Through the New Testament in a Year - PDF
- Read Through the Bible in a Year - PDF
- Read Through the Bible a book at a time - PDF
(If you would like any of those plans without the dates, see Pastor Mark.)
Additionally, blogger Justin Taylor has compiled an incredible list of Bible reading plans that you can use in a variety of different formats. Check out his work at the Gospel Coalition website.