If you are trying to help another couple with their marriage, what are the best Christian marriage books to recommend? And can giving someone a book really change your relationship with your spouse? this is just one example of how these resources can transform lives:
“It wasn’t long after we got married that we started having problems in our relationship. we had no training in how to have a good marriage. We did not live for God. A few years later, I gave my life to the Lord. because we were unequally yoked, we had new problems. then i met a friend who introduced me to focus on family. I subscribed to his monthly magazine and began reading many of the books on marriage that were recommended to me. eventually my husband also gave his life to god. ”
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—elouise* from kentucky
You can foster commitment, connection, communication, conflict resolution, and true intimacy by suggesting resources to a friend or family member who is struggling in their marriage. The Bible is a great place to start, of course, but there are also dozens of helpful books to choose from. why not start by offering them one of these books to help?
classic christian marriage books (in alphabetical order)
boundaries in marriage: understanding the choices that make or break love relationships
dr. henry cloud and dr. john townsend
Each spouse must make some sacrifices to have a good marriage, but some limitations are necessary for a healthy relationship. this book guides wives and husbands to help them make good decisions.
building love together in blended families: the 5 love languages and becoming a smart stepfamily
dr. Gary Chapman and Ron L. deal
experts joined forces to create this book especially for couples in blended families.
the DNA of relationships: discover how these couples found a new passion
dr. Greg Smalley and Robert S. paul
The authors use stories of fictional couples, based on real situations from their counseling experience, to help spouses find and overcome destructive patterns in their relationship.
the 5 love languages: the secret of love that lasts
dr. gary chapman
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This bestseller teaches couples to understand what their spouse defines as “love” and how to give it.
how we love: discover your love style, improve your marriage
milan and kay yerkovich
Childhood experiences significantly influence people’s behavior after they grow up. this book helps people understand what drives their behavior and that of their spouse.
an enduring promise: the christian guide to fighting for your marriage
scott stanley, daniel trathen, savannah mccain and milt bryan
This classic Christian book on marriage details many nuances of relationships, but also provides practical suggestions for addressing common challenges.
the language of love: the secret to being understood instantly
gary smalley and dr. john trent
Readers can learn to share exactly how they feel and help their spouse understand and empathize. This book explains and teaches a method called “emotional word pictures.”
the meaning of marriage: facing the complexities of commitment with the wisdom of god
timothy keller with kathy keller
Prompted by a series of sermons on marriage, the Kellers explain many scriptural passages and their implications for marriage in contemporary culture.
men are like waffles, women are like spaghetti: understand and revel in their differences
bill and pam farrel
This book explores the differences in how most men and women are wired and how this affects who they are in relationships.
sacred marriage: what if god designed marriage to make us holy rather than happy?
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gary thomas
Marriage can teach us a lot about God. Understanding these ideas can help readers become more like Christ and improve their relationship with their spouse.
save your marriage before it starts
drs. les and leslie parrot
workbooks include questions to help readers learn more about their potential (or current) spouse and themselves.
the two faces of love: the secret to valuing differences
dr. john trent and gary smalley
sincere love has two sides: a soft side and a hard side. both are important for deep and sincere love. To help readers better understand the concept, the 4 Animal Personality Test is explained in detail.
the wholehearted wife: 10 keys to a more loving relationship
erin, greg and gary smalley
No one can really change another person, but when one person in a marriage changes, the relationship changes.
you and me forever: marriage in the light of eternity
francisco and lisa chan
marriage ends when one of the spouses dies, but what are the eternal implications of how a couple lives their relationship?
*name changed to protect privacy.
You can find more helpful resources in focus on the family’s marriage resources page.
See Also: D.J. MacHale Books