Best Premarital Counseling Resources - April 2024

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert

With more than a million copies sold worldwide, The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work has revolutionized the way we understand, repair, and strengthen marriages. John Gottman's unprecedented study of couples over a period of years has allowed him to observe the habits that can make—and break—a marriage. Here is the culmination of that work: the seven principles that guide couples on a path toward a harmonious and long-lasting relationship. Straightforward yet profound, these principles teach partners new approaches for resolving conflicts, creating new common ground, and achieving ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0553447718
• ASIN: 0553447718
• ISBN: 9780553447712
• Brand: Gottman John
• Manufacturer: Harmony

Boundaries in Marriage

• ASIN: B000SELDB8
• ASIN: B000SELDB8
• Brand: Zondervan
• Manufacturer: Zondervan

The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God

“Incredibly rich with wisdom and insight that will leave the reader, whether single or married, feeling uplifted.” —The Washington TimesBased 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 poten... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1594631875
• ASIN: 1594631875
• ISBN: 1594631875
• Brand: WaterBrook Press
• Manufacturer: Penguin Books

His Needs, Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage

In the classic bestseller His Needs, Her Needs, Willard F. Harley, Jr., identifies the ten most vital needs of men and women and shows husbands and wives how to satisfy those needs in their spouses. He provides guidance for becoming irresistible to your spouse and for loving more creatively and sensitively, thereby eliminating the problems that often lead to extramarital affairs. This revised and expanded edition has been updated throughout and includes new writing that highlights the special significance of intimate emotional needs in marriage.

• ASIN: 0800719387
• ASIN: 0800719387
• ISBN: 0800719387
• Brand: Baker Pub Group/Baker Books
• Manufacturer: Revell

Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts: Seven Questions to Ask Before -- and After -- You Marry

More than a million couples can’t be wrong! And with this updated edition of their award-winning book, Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott help you launch lifelong love like never before.This is more than a book—it’s an experience, especially when you use the his/her workbooks filled with more than 40 fun exercises. Get ready for deeper intimacy with the best friend you’ll ever have.Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts, in more than 15 languages, is the most widely used marriage prep tool in the world. Uncover the misbeliefs of marriageLearn to communicate with instant understandingDiscover ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0310346282
• UPC: 025986346287
• ASIN: 0310346282
• ISBN: 0310346282
• Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
• Manufacturer: Zondervan

Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts Workbook for Women Updated: Seven Questions to Ask Before---and After---You Marry

The Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts Workbook for Women will help you uncover and understand the unique shaping factors you bring into your marriage both as a woman/man and as an individual. Prepare for some surprising and helpful insights, for honest, intimate, and enjoyable relationship-strengthening conversations with you and your fiancé, and for engaging discussions with a small group.EXERCISES AND ASSESSMENTSTwenty-four exercises will shed amazing new light on the way you are put together, how that affects specific aspects of how you and your loved one relate, and how you can improv... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0310875471
• UPC: 025986875473
• ASIN: 0310875471
• ISBN: 0310875471
• Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
• Manufacturer: Zondervan

Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts Workbook for Men Updated: Seven Questions to Ask Before---and After---You Marry

The Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts Workbook for Men will help you uncover and understand the unique shaping factors you bring into your marriage both as a woman/man and as an individual. Prepare for some surprising and helpful insights, for honest, intimate, and enjoyable relationship-strengthening conversations with you and your fiancé, and for engaging discussions with a small group.EXERCISES AND ASSESSMENTS  Twenty-four exercises will shed amazing new light on the way you are put together, how that affects specific aspects of how you and your loved one relate, and how you can impr... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0310875420
• UPC: 025986875428
• ASIN: 0310875420
• ISBN: 0310875420
• Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
• Manufacturer: Zondervan

Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy?

In this popular bestselling book (with more than 500,000 copies sold), Gary Thomas uncovers how your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with God and each other.Happy is good. But holy is better. Your marriage is more than a sacred covenant with another person. It is a spiritual discipline designed to help you know God better, trust him more fully, and love him more deeply.  What if God’s primary intent for your marriage isn’t to make you happy . . . but holy?Sacred Marriage doesn't just offer techniques to make a marriage happier. It does contain practical tools, but what marr... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00L0S6FUU
• ASIN: B00L0S6FUU
• Brand: Unknown
• Manufacturer: Zondervan

Intended for Pleasure: Sex Technique and Sexual Fulfillment in Christian Marriage

A classic for thirty years, Intended for Pleasure is an easy-to-read reference book that combines biblical teaching on love and marriage with the latest medical information on sex and sexuality. This popular resource gently encourages married couples to make their sexual relationship the fulfilling experience it was meant to be. This is a complete sex manual, with basic facts, illustrations, and frank discussion of all facets of human sexuality. A perfect gift for newlyweds and a source book for pastors and marriage counselors, this book has helped more than a million people understand and enj... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0800719379
• ASIN: 0800719379
• ISBN: 0800719379
• Brand: Baker Pub Group/Baker Books
• Manufacturer: Revell

Christian Counseling: A Comprehensive Guide

This proven guide in pastoral counseling has been extensively expanded and revised by the author to include recent developments and research, new resources, and attention to newly urgent needs such as AIDS, eating disorders, homosexuality, and violence. Written with clarity and sensitivity, this volume builds on biblical foundations and the best resources of professional psychology. It reflects the insights the author has gained from many years of Christian counseling.New Sections include:The Legal, Ethical and Moral Issues in CounselingThe Multicultural, Multiracial Issues in CounselingConfli... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1418503290
• ASIN: 1418503290
• ISBN: 9781418503291
• Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
• Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson Inc

The Premarital Counseling Handbook

In any endeavor, dreams and goals not backed by concrete plans and preparations can result in failure. And marriage is no exception, claims H. Norman Wright. In fact, without solid planning and forethought by engaged couples, we will surely see a continuation of the startling divorce rate among Christians and non-Christians alike. On the other hand, thorough premarital counseling and preparation can result in lifelong marriages that are fulfilling and God honoring. That's where the church comes in. More and more churches are realizing that their responsibility lies not only in pronouncing men ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0802463827
• ASIN: 0802463827
• ISBN: 0802463827
• Brand: Moody Publishing
• Manufacturer: Moody Publishers

Preparing for Marriage

You're in love, and it's the real thing. You have made a joyous decision together--a decision destined to change your lives forever: You're getting married! Now, as you plan your wedding celebration, it is time to lay the foundation for a lifetime of love and romance. Today you can begin the important, lifelong task of building a strong Christian marriage. Created by FamilyLife, one of America's leading marriage and family ministries, Preparing for Marriage is a dynamic, comprehensive program designed to help you prepare for life together after the cake is cut and the guests head home. That is... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0764215507
• ASIN: 0764215507
• ISBN: 0764215507
• Brand: Baker Pub Group/Baker Books
• Manufacturer: Bethany House Publishers

Love and Respect Workbook: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs

Based upon Ephesians 5:33 and extensive biblical and psychological research, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs reveals the power of unconditional love and unconditional respect and how husbands and wives can reap the benefits of marriage that God intended.

• ASIN: 1591453488
• ASIN: 1591453488
• ISBN: 1591453488
• Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
• Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson

The Sacred Search: What If It's Not about Who You Marry, But Why?

What if you stopped looking for a “soul mate” and started looking for a “sole mate”—someone who will live out with you the great purpose of God? What if dating isn’t about finding “the one” but making a wise choice so you can better serve the One who loves you most? What if God didn’t design relationships to make you happy but to make you holy? In The Sacred Search, Gary Thomas will transform the way you look at romantic relationships. Whether you are single, dating, or engaged, Gary’s unique perspective on dating will prepare you for a satisfying, spiritually enriching ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00A71Y7IS
• ASIN: B00A71Y7IS
• Brand: David C. Cook
• Manufacturer: David C Cook

Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts Seven-Session Complete Resource Kit: Seven Questions to Ask Before---and After---You Marry

Start today building a marriage that lasts a lifetime. Deal with problems before they emerge. Understand each other’s love styles. Develop communication skills that allow you to not merely talk, but connect. Turn your conflicts into opportunities to strengthen your relationship. Understand and enjoy the differences between the sexes. Uncover the single habit that can make or break every marriage. Discover the importance of growing together spiritually Led by relationship experts Les and Leslie Parrott, Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts has become the gold standard for helping enga... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0310875811
• UPC: 025986875817
• ASIN: 0310875811
• ISBN: 0310875811
• Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
• Manufacturer: Zondervan

Together Forever God's Design for Marriage : Premarital Counseling Mentor's Guide

This Mentor's Guide together with the wisdom gained from their own life experiences will equip a mature Christian couple to share God's design for marriage with an engaged couple going through the companion workbook. This

• UPC: 635982366

Essentials of Premarital Counseling : Creating Compatible Couples

This hands-on guide addresses conflict resolution; uses introspective quizzes to expose more of couples' inner lives, and suggests ways to change bad habits which threaten the viability of the

• UPC: 260551301

Essentials of Pre-Marital Counseling - eBook

Expand Your Clinical Practice with this Practical Hands-on GuideTeach conflict resolution skills to your couplesIntrospective quizzes expose more of couples' inner lives and past history to each otherReal-life exercises let couples practice cooperative decision- making

• UPC: 865339643

Basic Types of Pastoral Care & Counseling : Resources for the Ministry of Healing & Growth, Third Edition

Basic Types of Pastoral Care and

• UPC: 15527886
• Color: Black

Before You Tie the Knot: A Premarital Counseling Workbook for the DIY Couple - eBook

This ebook is for couples serious about getting their marriage off to a solid start. Before You Tie The Knot – A Premarital Counseling Workbook for the D.I.Y. Couple isn’t filled with just compatibility test

• UPC: 238678794

Teaching at Its Best : A Research-Based Resource for College Instructors

The classic teaching toolbox, updated with new research and ideas Teaching at Its Best is the bestselling, research-based toolbox for college instructors at any level, in any higher education setting. Packed with practical guidance, proven

• UPC: 51652865

The Counseling Practicum and Internship Manual, Second Edition : A Resource for Graduate Counseling Students

This best-selling guide to the practicum and internship experience, written expressly for graduate counseling students by a seasoned counselor/educator, is now substantially revised with updated and expanded content including the 2014 ACA Standards of Ethics.

• UPC: 46683051

The Heart of Female Same-Sex Attraction : A Comprehensive Counseling Resource

The fruit of years of training, research and counseling experience, Janelle Hallman has drawn together a comprehensive resource for those who are interested in understanding and counseling women in conflict with same-sex

• UPC: 8219842

Together Forever God's Design for Marriage : Premarital Counseling Workbook

As you begin preparing for your big wedding day, this Marriage by GOD program is designed to assist you in preparing for a BIG MARRIAGE. Using the companion counselor's guide, a mature Christian couple can

• UPC: 650552633

Seeing with New Eyes : Counseling and the Human Condition Through the Lens of Scripture

Essays by a highly regarded biblical counselor. Some of these pieces exegete Scripture with a counseling perspective, while others recast specific "psychological"

• UPC: 2436928