So You Re Getting Married

From this moment forward you can be sure that nothing in your marriage is left up to chance. In So You're Getting Married, you'll find biblical wisdom and a rock-solid plan to help you make sure that your life together will be the best it can be.

" ... Planning a wedding is, in and of itself, a fascinating thing. It's one part storybook, one part advanced budgeting, and one part logistics, all with a magical touch of interpersonal relations thrown in for good measure. Not only do you need to honor what is important to you; you, of course, need to take your soon-to-be spouse's opinion into consideration, as well - honouring family and religious traditions if they exist. This book will help you successfully navigate this jungle."--Introduction.

A collection of essays extended from The New York Times' most-read article of 2016. Anyone we might marry could, of course, be a little bit wrong for us. We don’t expect bliss every day. The fault isn’t entirely our own; it has to do with the devilish truth that anyone we’re liable to meet is going to be rather wrong, in some fascinating way or another, because this is simply what all humans happen to be – including, sadly, ourselves. This collection of essays proposes that we don’t need perfection to be happy. So long as we enter our relationships in the right spirit, we have every chance of coping well enough with, and even delighting in, the inevitable and distinctive wrongness that lies in ourselves and our beloveds.

There is no rule that says heartbreak must be a prerequisite for good judgment. If you don't want to be a divorce statistic and are ready for a long-lasting relationship, this book's for you. In today's divorce culture, too many people have stopped trusting their ability to build a loving and lasting marriage. Now renowned relationship coach and counselor Chana Levitan reveals the 10 essential questions everyone should ask before saying "I do." Readers will learn how to: spot long-term potential; know the difference between infatuation and love-how they work against each other and yet how they can work together; reevaluate their approach to love and what they really need to succeed in building a loving marriage; gain the confidence to steer through the decision making process of dating; and more. Filled with real-life anecdotes and insightful advice, I Only Want to Get Married Once helps readers get it right the first time.

Are You Planning a Wedding or Preparing for a Marriage? Like most engaged couples, you’re researching venues, trying on dresses and picking out tuxedos or suits, tasting sample dishes, dreaming of honeymoon destinations, and doing everything to ensure your wedding day is the event of a lifetime. But as more seasoned couples will tell you, there’s more to a marriage than a wedding. A lot more. How do you build a marriage that you’ve dreamed of? Dr. Greg Smalley, vice president of marriage at Focus on the Family, and his wife, Erin, along with 14 marriage experts, serve as your marriage guides as you prepare for life beyond the wedding day. From how to handle those everyday conflicts to how to better connect on a spiritual level, they’ll show you how to get ready for a lifetime of commitment. When the flowers have faded and the last morsel of cake has been eaten, you’ll stand with your new spouse, ready to face life together. Equip yourself for a marriage that lasts by learning: How to leave your parents (while still honoring them) and cleave to your spouse Why spiritual intimacy is key to a lasting relationship Why the language of love is communication (and how to build it) How to manage conflict in a healthy, God-honoring way Why sexual intimacy in your marriage will be the gift that keeps on giving Invest in a marriage that will last for decades. Are you ready?

So You Think You Want To Get Married is an inspirational and thought provoking, premarital guide, designed to challenge and change your perceptions about marriage. Each chapter provides valuable insights that will assist you in making informed decisions regarding yourself and your potential mate before committing to marriage. Some of the topics discussed in this book are: - Ways to deal with yourself before committing to someone else - Embracing realistic views regarding marriage - Understanding barriers to getting married - Establishing reasonable expectations - Understanding what will be required of you as a spouse - Obtaining the right guidance Skip and Beverly Little met at a Singles' Ministry event at the church they both attend. Beverly was initially unimpressed by Skip and politely dismissed his advances. Undeterred, Skip persisted. His relentless pursuit finally wore Beverly down and she agreed to one dinner date. Dinner went well and they both agreed to pray for God's direction for their relationship. As time passed, a true friendship developed and Skip knew Beverly was the one! A few months into the relationship Skip traveled to Virginia to meet with Beverly's older brother and seek his approval to potentially marry Beverly--as both her parents were deceased. After several hours of intense interrogation and a follow-up visit, her brother finally consented. The couple courted for six months and then got engaged. During the time of their courtship and engagement they faithfully attended premarital counseling for an entire year. The premarital counseling proved to be invaluable. Shortly after marriage, the Lord inspired them to provide additional guidance to other couples in their church who were contemplating marriage and So You Think You Want to Get Married was born. Currently, Skip and Beverly serve as the Married Couples' Ministers at First Baptist Church of Glenarden in Maryland. In this role, they provide pre-marital and marital support to thousands of individuals and couples.

Wouldn't it be great if you could talk to your partner about anything? If you could discuss your plans and share your dreams openly like friends? If you could look inside their thoughts and know where they stand on the hard issues? If you could ask them the questions in this book? You're Getting Married Soon... Now What? is a recommended read for all couples who are planning to take their relationships to the next level. Many couples forget to talk about the situations they will encounter, leaving them unprepared and unaware of how their partners may react. Many have unrealistic expectations which are not based on reality, and that results to disappointment and frustrations. Feelings which lead to contempt, until one day you realize that the love you once felt... is gone. This book will not give you answers. It will get you started on the questions. Help you better understand the person you'll be sharing life with. Who they are now... and what you can expect from them when you're hit by life's challenges. Knowing where your partner stands can give you the assurance you need to face your future with more confidence. You'll know what to expect, and what's expected of you. No wishful thinking. No baseless hopes and dreams. Just love and the comfort in knowing exactly who's walking life with you. Get a copy. Start the conversation.

OVER 500,000 COPIES SOLD! “Most people spend far more time in preparation for their vocation than they do in preparation for marriage.” With more than 45 years of experience counseling couples, Gary has found that most marriages suffer due to a lack of preparation and a failure to learn to work together as intimate teammates. So he put together this practical little book, packed with wisdom and tips that will help many develop the loving, supportive, and mutually beneficial marriage they envision, such as: What the adequate foundation for a successful marriage truly is What to expect about the roles and influence of extended family How to solve disagreements without arguing How to talk through issues like money, sex, chores, and more Why couples must learn how to apologize and forgive Ideal for newly married couples and those considering marriage, the material lends itself to heart-felt, revealing, and critical conversations for relational success. Read this bookand you’ll be prepared for—not surprised by—the challenges of marriage. - Bonus features include: Book suggestions and an interactive websites to enhance the couples’ experience “Talking it Over” questions and suggestions to jumpstart conversations over each chapter Appendix on healthy dating relationships and an accompanying learning exercise