Synopses & Reviews
"Is your marriage worth fighting for?"
If so, this book is for you.
It takes a tremendous amount of strength to overcome skepticism and weariness and begin the work of healing a broken marriage. But just taking a look at this book shows you have the heart of a fighter. In One More Try, Gary Chapman gives you the courage and confidence to move forward when your marriage is falling apart.
One More Try will help you . . .
· take the next step when blindsided in marriage;
· discover healthy ways to manage frustration and anger;
· effectively deal with loneliness;
· renew hope and trust in your spouse; and
· rebuild your marriage from the ground up.
The content of this book has been significantly revised and updated from its previous title Hope for the Separated.
Synopsis
The unfortunate reality is that Christians are separating and divorcing at the same rate as the unbelieving world. But does separation have to mean the end? You may not feel like reconciling. You may not see hope for a reunion. But the biblical ideal for a separated couple is reconciliation. So how do you do it?
When doors slam and angry words fly, when things just aren't working out, and even when your spouse has abandoned your trust, there is hope. Hope for the Separated will show you through God's Word that your marriage can be restored. Recognizing that restoration will not happen for everyone, Dr. Chapman also gives insightful advice for those who experience the pain of divorce.
Synopsis
WOUNDED MARRIAGES CAN BE HEALED"SEPARATION IS NOT NECESSARILYTHE BEGINNING OF THE END."Marriage counselor GARY CHAPMAN believes that the biblical ideal for a separated couple calls for reconciliation, and he shows that you can achieve this through small,
Synopsis
A realistic and compassionate look at the problems and perspectives of separated couples, challenging them to explore reconciliation (more than 100,000 in print).
Synopsis
WOUNDED MARRIAGES
CAN BE HEALED
"SEPARATION IS NOT NECESSARILY
THE BEGINNING OF THE END."
Marriage counselor GARY CHAPMAN believes that the biblical ideal for a separated couple calls for reconciliation, and he shows that you can achieve this through small, simple steps.
CHAPMAN DEALS WITH COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS SUCH AS:
Is it appropriate to be dating while I am separated?
How do I relate to my children during this time?
Could separation for a season actually be a loving action?
What if my spouse doesn't want to reconcile?
This practical book includes end-of-chapter assignments to encourage growth for individuals or couples.
About the Author
GARY CHAPMAN, PhD, is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling The 5 Love Languages. With over 30 years of counseling experience, he has the uncanny ability to hold a mirror up to human behavior, showing readers not just where they go wrong, but also how to grow and move forward. Dr. Chapman holds BA and MA degrees in anthropology from Wheaton College and Wake Forest University, respectively, MRE and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and has completed postgraduate work at the University of North Carolina and Duke University. For more information visit his website at www.5lovelanguages.com.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments / 9
Introduction / 11
1. What Happened to Our Dreams? / 13
2. Taking Constructive Action / 23
3. Self-Development During Separation / 37
4. Developing Your Relationship with God / 51
5. Developing Your Relationship with Your Mate / 65
6. Long-Distance Love / 75
7. Tough Love / 87
8. How Will I Handle the Loneliness? / 97
9. What About My Bitterness? / 109
10. If Your Spouse Returns / 117
11. If Your Spouse Demands a Divorce / 129
12. Facing the Future / 141
Notes / 151
List of Resources / 153