The Meaning of Marriage

Reader reviews 'This book is amazing! My husband and I read it together, and it literally transformed the way we approached our marriage.' 'The best biblical relationship/marriage book I have ever read. It has honestly made my connection with God stronger and it has completely changed my approach on life and love.' In this book, co-authored with his wife, Kathy, New York pastor and bestselling author Timothy Keller turns his attention to that most complex of matters: our need for love, and its expression in marriage. Beginning with the biblical narrative, and its pictures of marriage that span the original ideal to the broken to the redemptive, Timothy Keller looks at themes of: friendship and commitment; the completion of men and women in each other; singleness, sex and divorce; ministry and discipleship within the context of marriage. This is a profound and engaging work that will challenge and inspire people in all stages of life - single, newlywed and married.

Reader reviews 'This book is amazing! My husband and I read it together, and it literally transformed the way we approached our marriage.' 'The best biblical relationship/marriage book I have ever read. It has honestly made my connection with God stronger and it has completely changed my approach on life and love.' In this book, co-authored with his wife, Kathy, New York pastor and bestselling author Timothy Keller turns his attention to that most complex of matters: our need for love, and its expression in marriage. Beginning with the biblical narrative, and its pictures of marriage that span the original ideal to the broken to the redemptive, Timothy Keller looks at themes of: friendship and commitment; the completion of men and women in each other; singleness, sex and divorce; ministry and discipleship within the context of marriage. This is a profound and engaging work that will challenge and inspire people in all stages of life - single, newlywed and married.

"Incredibly rich with wisdom and insight that will leave the reader, whether single or married, feeling uplifted." -- The Washington Times Based on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone--Christians, skeptics, singles, longtime married couples, and those about to be engaged--the vision of what marriage should be according to the Bible. Modern culture would have 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; and that starting over after a divorce is the best solution to seemingly intractable marriage issues. But these modern-day assumptions are wrong. Timothy Keller, with insights from Kathy, his wife of thirty-seven years, shows marriage to be a glorious relationship that is also misunderstood and mysterious. The Meaning of Marriage offers instruction on how to have a successful marriage, and is essential reading for anyone who wants to know God and love more deeply in this life.