Download or read book God s Design for Christian Dating and a Handbook on Christian Dating written by Greg Laurie and published by Kerygma Publishing. This book was released on 2010-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unravel the Mystery From Internet dating to reality television, finding the perfect mate can be a complicated, challenging, and frustrating process for the single Christian living in the 21st century. How do you know if you've met "the one"? What qualities should you look for in a potential mate? How can you be sure your marriage will last? Pastor and evangelist Greg Laurie speaks to the single Christian with honesty and sensitivity as he discusses what the Bible has to say on the subject of dating, love, and marriage-and how you can apply it to your life today. Also included is a six-week Bible study for couples who are engaged or contemplating marriage. What does the Bible say about dating? How do you "break the ice"? What's the difference between falling in love and growing in love? What about sex and Christians? How do you know which one to marry?

Download or read book God s Design for Christian Dating written by Greg Laurie and published by . This book was released on 1983-06 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A renowned activist recalls his childhood years in an Indian boarding school Best known as a leader of the Indian takeover of Alcatraz Island in 1969, Adam Fortunate Eagle now offers an unforgettable memoir of his years as a young student at Pipestone Indian Boarding School in Minnesota. In this rare firsthand account, Fortunate Eagle lives up to his reputation as a “contrary warrior” by disproving the popular view of Indian boarding schools as bleak and prisonlike. Fortunate Eagle attended Pipestone between 1935 and 1945, just as Commissioner of Indian Affairs John Collier’s pluralist vision was reshaping the federal boarding school system to promote greater respect for Native cultures and traditions. But this book is hardly a dry history of the late boarding school era. Telling this story in the voice of his younger self, the author takes us on a delightful journey into his childhood and the inner world of the boarding school. Along the way, he shares anecdotes of dormitory culture, student pranks, and warrior games. Although Fortunate Eagle recognizes Pipestone’s shortcomings, he describes his time there as nothing less than “a little bit of heaven.” Were all Indian boarding schools the dispiriting places that history has suggested? This book allows readers to decide for themselves.

Download or read book God s Design for Dating written by Greg Laurie and published by Harvest House Pub. This book was released on 2001-09 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For nearly 20 years, readers have turned to Laurie for authentic, personal, Bible-based thinking about dating and personal relationships. Now God's Design for Dating has been given a fresh new cover and has been updated to keep its message applicable for single people of the 21st century.

Download or read book Relationship Goals written by Michael Todd and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A candid, inspiring guide to finding lasting love and sustaining a healthy relationship by getting real about your goals—based on the viral, multi-million-view sermon series about dating, marriage, and sex “No matter where you are and no matter what stage of life you are in, Relationship Goals will be a game changer.”—Levi Lusko NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY COSMOPOLITAN You scroll through photo after photo of happy couples and think, I want a relationship like that! The thing is, those intimate relationships are a mirage—the closer you get to them, the more you realize they aren’t real at all. So what does a real relationship look like? And how do you get there? In Relationship Goals, Pastor Michael Todd digs deep to give you good news and real-life ideas for making the most of your most important relationships. Take a look at • what it means to choose intentional dating over recreational dating • how to move on from mistakes you’ve made in the past • why love gets stronger after marriage • what the Bible has to say about sex (hot take: it’s more sizzling than you think) • why the best friendships have God at the center Whether you are married, single, or it’s complicated, aiming for the right targets will make all the difference in finding true satisfaction. As it turns out, God’s got the best relationship goals of all for your life. Why settle for less?

Download or read book God s Divine Design for Dating and Marriage written by Chrystal Armstrong and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2012-04-16 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God’s Divine Design for Dating and Marriage is an exhaustive answer to what God thinks about love and sexuality and provides a step-by-step process for building God-centered relationships. As they wandered through the wilderness, God provided Moses and the Israelites with instructions for the Tabernacle. More than a building, the Tabernacle was a sacred space for covenant. Its design provides modern believers with a blueprint for reflecting God’s glory through intimacy. You will: Gain the power to recognize and apologetically resist worldly images and messages about dating, marriage, and sexuality. Be entertained by biblical and modern examples of the best and worst of relationships, tracing problematic patterns that may be affecting your love life. Take a journey through the divinely-designed Tabernacle and learn to use its construction and symbolism as a systematic guide through seasons of singleness, courtship, and covenant. God’s Divine Design for Dating and Marriage is a beautiful blend of relevant facts, scriptural insights, relatable pop-culture references, and personal anecdotes that provide a strong case for following God’s divine design in all your relationships.

Download or read book The Mingling of Souls written by Matt Chandler and published by David C Cook. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Song of Solomon offers strikingly candid—and timeless—insights on romance, dating, marriage, and sex. We need it. Because emotions rise and fall with a single glance, touch, kiss, or word. And we are inundated with songs, movies, and advice that contradicts God's design for love and intimacy. Matt Chandler helps navigate these issues for both singles and marrieds by revealing the process Solomon himself followed: Attraction, Courtship, Marriage ... even Arguing. The Mingling of Souls will forever change how you view and approach love.

Download or read book Rethinking Sexuality written by Dr. Juli Slattery and published by Multnomah. This book was released on 2018-07-24 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This ground-breaking resource challenges and equips Christians to think and act biblically and compassionately in matters of sexuality. Sexual abuse, sex addiction, gender confusion, brokenness, and shame plague today's world, and people are seeking clarity and hope. By contesting long-held cultural paradigms, this book equips you to see how sexuality is rooted in the broader context of God's heart and His work for us on earth. It provides a framework from which to understand the big picture of sexual challenges and wholeness, and helps you recognize that every sexual question is ultimately a spiritual one. It shifts the paradigm from combating sexual problems to confidently proclaiming and modeling the road to sacred sexuality. Instead of arguing with the world about what's right and wrong about sexual choices, this practical resource equips you to share the love and grace of Jesus as you encounter the pain of sexual brokenness--your own or someone else's.

Download or read book Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel written by Ray Ortlund and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2016-10-13 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church." — Ephesians 5:32 Marriage reveals something of eternal significance. From the beginning, God designed marriage to convey a greater reality—the passionate, unfailing, redeeming love of God for sinners, the eternal romance between Christ and his bride. In this volume, Ray Ortlund traces marriage throughout Scripture—from the first marriage in the garden of Eden to the ultimate marriage in the book of Revelation—laying out a transcendent vision of marriage that dignifies our own imperfect unions as a display of the gospel. This book offers insight and hope to every married person today. Part of the Short Studies in Biblical Theology series.

Download or read book Sex Purity and the Longings of a Girl s Heart written by Kristen Clark and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the modern Christian woman living in today's sexually charged society, embracing God's design for sex and purity can often feel like an impossible pursuit. As the culture seeks to normalize things such as pornography, erotica, and casual sex, both single and married women of all ages feel immense pressure to conform. With alluring temptations constantly inviting them to join in, they might even begin to question whether God's design is truly good. They wrestle with questions like - What is the purpose of my sexuality? - What does it mean to pursue purity? - Are my sexual longings good or bad? In this encouraging book, Kristen Clark and Bethany Beal share honestly about their own struggles and victories, and invite women on a personal journey to discover and reclaim a biblical vision for their sexuality. Kristen and Bethany help women understand why God's design for sexuality is good, relevant, and leads to true hope and lasting freedom.

Download or read book God s Design for Man and Woman written by Andreas J. Köstenberger and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2014-08-31 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Equipping a New Generation to Live Out God’s Design This thorough study of the Bible’s teaching on men and women aims to help a new generation of Christians live for Christ in today’s world. Moving beyond other treatments that primarily focus on select passages, this winsome volume traces Scripture’s overarching pattern related to male-female relationships in both the Old and New Testaments. Those interested in careful discussion rather than caustic debate will discover that God’s design is not confining or discriminatory but beautiful, wise, liberating, and good.

Download or read book God s Design For Relationships written by Lee Eddy and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2018-03-02 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most complex problems in the church today is interpersonal relationships. Ministries are brought low because of a lack of understanding of how these things work. The bible is not silent concerning these issues, but there seems to be a great confusion in how they are applied. This study is focused on that issue. Let's explore the vast world of relationships the way God designed them and learn to walk in the power and peace the way He intended.

Download or read book Waiting for His Best written by Elaine J Tracy and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Waiting for His Best: Embracing God's Design in Christian Dating" Are you tired of the dating game, where temporary connections replace lasting love and meaningful partnerships? Are you seeking a love story that's written by the Creator, a love that transcends time and circumstance? In "Waiting for His Best," you'll discover the transformative power of embracing God's design in Christian dating. In this inspiring and faith-filled guide, Elaine J. Tracy unveils the secrets to navigating the often-perplexing world of modern romance from a Christian perspective. You'll embark on a journey that goes beyond superficial encounters and leads you to God's perfect plan for your love life. With heartfelt stories, timeless biblical wisdom, and practical advice, "Waiting for His Best" offers you: Insights into God's timing and purpose in your romantic journey. Guidance on establishing a strong foundation for a Christ-centered relationship. Keys to waiting with patience and grace, even when it feels like love is elusive. Tools for discerning your partner's alignment with God's plan. Steps to empower you to wait for and recognize His best. "Waiting for His Best" is your blueprint for experiencing the extraordinary love story that God has in store for you. It's a journey of faith, patience, and unwavering trust in God's design. Get ready to embrace a love that transcends human understanding and leaves you transformed. Are you ready to embrace God's design for love and dating? Start your journey today by getting your copy of "Waiting for His Best." Your extraordinary love story begins now. Buy your copy and experience the transformative power of God's design in Christian dating.

Download or read book Love Defined written by Kristen Clark and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our culture is obsessed with love and romance--so why are so few women experiencing satisfying, long-term love? In this insightful and encouraging book, sisters Kristen Clark and Bethany Beal help single women of all ages discover a radically better approach to navigating their love lives. Covering topics such as true love, romance, purposeful relationships, purity, boundaries, singleness, and glorifying God in every stage of our relationships, Love Defined unpacks God's original design for romance, showing modern women how to experience God's best for them in their relationships. Full of biblical truths and step-by-step application of concepts discussed, the book also includes a chapter-by-chapter study guide to be used individually or in small groups, as well as four letters from godly women who have been married for 30, 40, and 50+ years, offering priceless, hard-won advice to single women.

Download or read book God s Design for Women written by Sharon James and published by EP BOOKS. This book was released on 2002-01-01 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 20th century saw a transformation in the lives of women in the Western world. From a biblical standpoint, the important "God's Design for Women" discusses how women should respond to these changes and what it means to be a Christian women in the postmodern world.

Download or read book Why Church Matters written by Joshua Harris and published by Multnomah. This book was released on 2011-08-16 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Christians belong in churches--the only places where we can thrive and grow spiritually. In Why Church Matters, Joshua Harris makes this case with wisdom, clarity, and graciousness." --Charles W. Colson Church isn't where we go. It's who we are. We were never meant to live our faith in isolation. The church is the place God uses to grow us, encourage us, and use our gifts for His glory. In this honest, personal, and practical book, Joshua Harris shows you why it's time to say yes to church and how to find the right one for you--the place where you can fall in love with the family of God. Includes: What you miss when you miss church Ten questions to ask before you join How to get more out of the best day of the week What Readers are Saying: "This book shows the place of great honor that church holds in Christ's heart and encourages us to value what He values. I've bought multiple copies to give away." --Mike Neglia; Cork, Ireland "Josh Harris does an excellent job of addressing our impulse to church hop." --Garrett Watkins; Atlanta, Georgia "When our family was in the midst of a transition, Why Church Matters helped us find the right local church. It will do the same for you." --Andrew Hall; Ilderton, Ontario Previously published as Stop Dating the Church

Download or read book Dating Is Sin written by Jack Youngblood and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2012-04 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are Christians who are dating being led astray into ungodly, and sinful marriages? Should pastors preach that dating is sin? Finding God ordained love is not meant to be "casual"; it's meant to be a "covenant relationship"- looking only for that special person God has set aside for you. It is not meant to be a guessing game based on one's feelings. There's a Biblical path to God ordained love, and a way to know exactly who you should marry. Dating Is Sin! Breaking God's Heart can help you avoid the heartaches, and disastrous pitfalls of sin most people go through in dating and marriage. Making one sacrifice after another, trying to fix a lackluster relationship can leave you: tired, bitter, confused, and ready to give up! Don't let it happen to you. However, obedience to God, will not hurt you, but will protect your heart, your emotions, and your spiritual relationship with the Heavenly Father. God ordained love will never leave you in a vicious circle of sin, via the world's idea of romance: dating, marriage, divorce - dating, marriage, divorce. It is not a list of rules, but a lifestyle to keep your body and your heart right with God. Be patient, wait on the Lord . . . trust in Him!

Download or read book Male and Female written by Jonathan Petzold and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Confusion abounds today about relationships and gender, but the Bible provides a clear picture of what God intended these to be. This resource provides tools for adults seeking a biblical understanding of how God created and designed men and women, showing that both men and women together bear God's image and that, ultimately, marriage reflects the relationship between Christ and the Church. This book explores men, women, marriage, and family units. It covers women's ordination, homosexuality, and other relevant applications of God's Word for our world today. Adult laypeople will learn how to compassionately respond to the results of sin in our manhood and womanhood. They will also be reminded of their identity in Christ, understanding how their manhood or womanhood is a special and important part of that identity"--