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The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God
Kathy Keller, Timothy Keller
4.37 AVERAGE
403 reviews for:
The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God
Kathy Keller, Timothy Keller
4.37 AVERAGE
informative
reflective
slow-paced
I wanted to get a Biblical view of what Marriage means... what is expected and why marriage is important in the eyes of God.
I don't give many books five stars but I decided to for this one. Co-authored by husband and wife, they did a masterful job of presenting an exalted view of marriage minus the idealism. They describe both how hard and how glorious marriage is. Both in their discussion of first century perspectives on marriage and those of contemporary society, them demonstrate how the biblical view of marriage charts and independent course that is profoundly attractive in comparison.
The chapter on singleness was particularly well done with statements like these: "We should be neither overly elated by getting married nor overly disappointed by not being so - because Christ is the only spouse that can truly fulfill us and god's family the only family that will truly embrace and satisfy us".
The chapter on singleness was particularly well done with statements like these: "We should be neither overly elated by getting married nor overly disappointed by not being so - because Christ is the only spouse that can truly fulfill us and god's family the only family that will truly embrace and satisfy us".
My fiancé forced me to read this. I'm glad I did. I have to admit I was bored at times and it felt like it could have been condensed. All in all it was just what I needed to hear. I think I will even refer back to it in the future if/when I become unrealistic about what marriage should be.
This is a good look at marriage from a deeply Christian perspective.
What is at the heart of the Kellers' arguments here is the idea of role of husband and wife. They base their arguments on Paul's somewhat controversial writings about wife submitting and husbands sacrificing and all that.
I must admit that I really don't interpret these texts the way the Kellers do. Until relatively recently I had maintained a rather equal relationship within my own marriage. Trying to restore that relationship led me to the Kellers, and I find hope in what they have written here.
What is at the heart of the Kellers' arguments here is the idea of role of husband and wife. They base their arguments on Paul's somewhat controversial writings about wife submitting and husbands sacrificing and all that.
I must admit that I really don't interpret these texts the way the Kellers do. Until relatively recently I had maintained a rather equal relationship within my own marriage. Trying to restore that relationship led me to the Kellers, and I find hope in what they have written here.
Overall a great book on marriage for singles and married alike. It sparked some really great discussions for my husband and I.
Some of the chapters were a bit lengthy for my liking and the chapter that Kathy wrote was definitely not as engaging as Timothy's chapters. That wouldn't prevent me from recommending this book though!
Some of the chapters were a bit lengthy for my liking and the chapter that Kathy wrote was definitely not as engaging as Timothy's chapters. That wouldn't prevent me from recommending this book though!
I wanted to get a Biblical view of what Marriage means... what is expected and why marriage is important in the eyes of God.
It doesn’t matter if you are single, dating, or married; everyone should read this book.
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Started this book in 2014. I asked for it as an engagement present thinking it would provide great marriage advice. The first part is too academic about marriage and the Bible. Now that I've finally gotten into the "advice " chapters it is only getting worse. The author tries to pretend he doesn't promote gender roles in a marriage, but all examples include those. If you are "Duggar" religious, than this book is for you. If you are in an actual equal marriage than do NOT pick up this book. Just walk on past, don't waste your time.