Marriage by the Book

About this book

Marriage by the Book: We're Married, Now What?Marriage doesn't end at "I do"-it begins there.Marriage by the Book: We're Married, Now What? offers a biblically grounded, practical guide for couples as they navigate life together after the wedding day. Designed as a follow-up to the author's premarital counseling work, this book provides a clear overview of the spiritual, emotional, and practical foundations of a lifelong covenant relationship.Drawing from decades of pastoral experience and biblical teaching, the author addresses core areas of married life, including communication, conflict resolution, financial stewardship, intimacy, parenting, and navigating life transitions. Each chapter integrates Scripture with real-life application and reflection questions suited for individual or joint study.Topics explored include: - Establishing a Christ-centered home - Communicating with clarity and compassion - Applying biblical principles for resolving conflict - Managing money and responsibilities as a unified team - Nurturing physical, emotional, and spiritual intimacy - Approaching parenting from a biblical perspective - Facing challenges and seasons of change together - Serving in ministry as partners in faith - Developing a legacy rooted in Christian valuesPresented from a complementarian perspective, the book emphasizes marriage as both a covenant and a spiritual discipline-one that shapes character, strengthens unity, and reflects the gospel. Marriage by the Book: We're Married, Now What? provides couples with accessible guidance for building a stable, Christ-centered marriage at every stage of life.