Can an ordinary marital relationship become extraordinary?
He speaks harshly to her at lunch. She reminds him of a past mistake. He leaves the room furious. She leaves the house without saying goodbye. An ordinary day in the life of an ordinary couple? Things could be different! Change begins when you approach your daily interactions from a new perspective. Don't settle for an ordinary relationship. The author offers a simple approach to learning to experience God's extraordinary love in the most intimate relationship possible.
“ Behind the scenes of the couple's relationship offers a biblical vision of marriage. It is a scripturally faithful, relevant and compelling book. Winston Smith provides insight and helps us understand how God uses the marriage relationship to shape our souls.” - Gary Thomas, author of You Said Yes to What? and Your husband needs you .
Contents
Foreword
PART ONE: GOD IS PRESENT IN ORDINARY MOMENTS
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Changes happen in ordinary moments
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Ordinary moments reveal our relationship difficulties with God
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Worship: an extraordinary love for God
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Living in the extraordinary love of Jesus
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God's purposes for the marital relationship
PART TWO: EXTRAORDINARY LOVE THROUGH THE MULTIPLE FACETS OF MARRIED LIFE
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A person or an object? Honor or manipulation?
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The importance of honesty
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Be honest with yourself
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Speak truthfully to our spouse
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Conflicts in the service of God's plan
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Let's make progress in conflict resolution
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The foundations of forgiveness
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Forgiveness in the marital relationship
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Understanding our role
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Intimacy and sexuality
PART THREE: STAYING ON THE COURSE
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Growing in grace
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Our actions always have an influence
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Let's know our history
ISBN: 9782924110973