The book was published by zondervan, grand rapids, michigan in the year 2000. Gary thomas tells readers to repeat a word for 20 minutes and points them to a tantric sex advocate, but still focus on the family keeps thomas for speaking and for his books. Gary thomas asks these questions in this contemporary classic on marriage. T o be honest, i was a little skeptical when a good friend recommended that i read sacred pathways, by gary thomas. To do this, we must not enter marriage predominantly to be fulfilled, emotionally satisfied, or romantically charged, but rather to become more like jesus christ. Mar 14, 2012 sacred marriage small group bible study by gary thomas.
By popular demand the author of sacred marriage returns to the topic of how god uses marriage to expand our souls and make us holy. Your marriage is much more than a union between you and your spouse. More than 1 million copies sold in this popular bestselling book, gary thomas uncovers how your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with god and each other. I highly recommend the book, sacred marriage, and the companion, devotions for sacred marriage, to anyone wanting to have a marriage that is the very best it can be. Sacred marriage by gary thomas, mingling of souls by matt. What if god designed marriage to make us holy more than to make us happy 0310337372 paperback published in 2015, 031022. Train us to love god and others well expose sin and makes us more aware of gods presence foster good prayer cultivate a sexual relationship that feeds the spiritual life and more with provocative discussion questions for couples and small groups, this book will most certainly change you. And so, i started reading sacred marriage by gary thomas after having it recommended to me at hackmans bible bookstore. This specialedition twoinone book and devotional includes. Scores of books have been written that offer guidance. What if your relationship isnt as much about you and your spouse as it is about you and god. It has been streamlined to be a faster read without losing the depth that so many readers have valued. In the sacred marriage small group bible study by gary thomas you will discover a deeper intimacy with god through your marriage. A companion to sacred marriage, this book of 52 devotions.
He received his masters degree in systematic theology in 1988 and later was given an honorary doctor of divinity from western seminary he is the author of 19 published books including sacred. From sinful stinkers to prayerful partners, from selfish scoundrels to serving saints, readers will recognize the walk through marriage that we are taking is a christian journey toward our holy father its a sacred walk, and we are on a sacred mission. Sacred marriage, sacred parenting, and sacred pathways most likely, you have heard of at least one of these books. Devotions for a sacred marriage explores how god can reveal himself to you through your marriage and help you grow closer to him as well as to your spouse. It clarifies points, expands on the most popular teaching, and takes into account contemporary changes in marriage. It is a spiritual discipline ideally suited to help you know god more fully and intimately. What if god designed marriage to make us holy more than to make us happy. From there he went to vancouver, british columbia where he studied at regent college under j. Relationships can be so much fun a weekend to remember malohree february 17, 2015 to remember. Read sacred marriage what if god designed marriage to make us holy more than to make us happy. But marriages can and will not only survive but thrive when husbands and wives learn to cherish one another, thomas says. Gary thomas is a writer in residence at second baptist church in houston, texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at western seminary in portland, oregon. Serious concerns for focus on the family marriage conference.
He delves into scriptures that help women gain biblical insight to influence their husbands. In this popular bestselling book with more than 500,000 copies sold, gary thomas uncovers how your marriage can become a doorway to a. The sacred search, by gary thomas this book is a fresh look at dating, teaching young people to abandon the notion of a soul mate and realize that a good marriage is a partnership dedicated to christ. Thomas born october 24, 1961 is an american evangelical minister and writer of christian literature. To accompany the book, thomas has also created a sixweek small group dvd series and. Thomas received a bachelor of arts degree in english literature from western washington university in 1984.
This book has the power to change not just your marriage but your life. Sacred marriage small group bible study by gary thomas. Sacred marriage by gary thomas prayer coach january 19, 2015 thomas is becoming a quick favorite in the christian community with his series of books. Why focus on the family should not promote and sell gary. Focus has invited gary thomas to help train married couples attending the event. Thomas, also strongly promoted by rick warren, has several popular books covering topics such as marriage, parenting, and spirituality. Each of the devotions will encourage you to build your marriage around gods. Sacred marriage doesnt just offer techniques to make a marriage happier. Devotions for a sacred marriage written by gary thomas explores how god can reveal himself to you through your marriage and help you grow closer to him as well as to your spouse. Sacred influence addresses a womans role in marriage as designed by god. Packer, and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from western. He is the author of 18 books that have been translated into over a dozen languages.
Gary thomas sacred searchsacred search gary thomas. Sacred marriage more than 1 million copies soldin this popular bestselling book, gary thomas uncovers how your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with god and each other. Sacred marriage offers that help with insights from scripture, church history, time tested wisdom from christian classics, and examples from todays marriages. Sacred marriage gift edition, small group video study and study guide, spanish edition, and more. Gary thomas is a writer in residence at second baptist church in houston, texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at western seminary in portland, oregon and houston theological seminary in. Gary thomas ability to tell women how be the wives that husbands need them to be and the women god designed the to be in such a kind and gentle way demonstrates his skill as an author and his understanding of love defined in i corinthians. More than 1 million copies soldin this popular bestselling book, gary thomas uncovers how your marriage can become a doorway to. Gary thomas, bestselling author of sacred marriage, believes that one word can bring hope, light and life into any marriage. With provocative discussion questions for couples and small groups, this book will most certainly change you. I agreed to give it a look, purchased the book and left it on the shelf for the next couple of years until i could get around to reading it.
Jul 26, 2015 the sacred search study resource session 08 duration. Jun 07, 2008 focus has invited gary thomas to help train married couples attending the event. Devotions for a sacred marriage by thomas, gary ebook. Thomas has 59 books on goodreads with 68101 ratings. Devotions for a sacred marriage audiobook by gary thomas.
Starting with the discovery that the goal of marriage goes beyond personal happiness, writer and speaker gary thomas invites readers to see how god can use marriage as a discipline and a motivation to love him more and reflect more of the character of his son. Last year, lighthouse trails wrote a special report on focus on the family because of their promotion of thomas and his book sacred parenting. Sacred marriage by gary thomas audiobook download christian. He is the author of several books, including sacred marriage, sacred pathways, pure pleasure, sacred parenting, and the gold medallion awardwinning authentic faith. The sacred search study resource session 08 duration. He unites the study of scripture, church history, and the christian classics to foster spiritual growth and deeper relationships within the christian community. Aug 04, 2015 gary thomas s sacred marriage has attained the rank of a contemporary classic. Apr 22, 2014 gary thomas is a writer in residence at second baptist church in houston, texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at western seminary in portland, oregon. This is a book that looks at how we can use the challenges, joys, struggles, and celebrations of marriage to draw closer to god and to grow in.
The revised edition has been streamlined to be a faster read without losing depth. In this sixsession small group bible study dvddigital video sold separately, sacred marriage, writer and speaker gary thomas invites you to see how god can use marriage as a discipline and a motivation to reflect more of the character of jesus. Sacred marriage, by gary thomas is a great book for couples to read together why marriages succeed or fail, by get garys blog posts and updates via email. There is no doubt that if couples read this book and put the guidelines it teaches into practice, a happy marriage will happen.
On february 28, 2009, focus on the family will present to churches across north america the focus on marriage conference in a live simulcast. In fact, it has deepened my respect for my husband and my appreciation for gods wisdom in instituting marriage to grow us, his church, into his bride. This book of fiftytwo devotionals is a companion to gary thomas s sacred marriage, which enables couples to think and act upon the premise. In his book, sacred pathways, thomas instructs readers. Its unique and inspiring perspectives on marriage as a spiritual discipline have influenced wellknown church leaders. This book may very well alter profoundly the contours of your marriage. We knew nothing about thomas or his ministry, but we were transformed by his message. What if god designed marriage to make us holy more book details. Buy a cheap copy of sacred marriage participants guide book by gary l. The author, gary thomas, is touted by rick warren, focus on the family, and a host of other christian wellknown ministries.
It gives great motivation and reasons to serve and love your spouse well. Thomas, 9780310337379, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Because whether it is delightful or difficult, your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with god, and to a spiritual integrity that, like salt, seasons the world around you with the savor of christ. Jul 26, 2012 pg 96 i believe it is possible to enter marriage with a view to being cleansed spiritually, if, that is, we do so with a willingness to embrace marriage as a spiritual discipline. This book of 52 devotionals is a companion to gary thomas best selling work, sacred marriage. Because whether it is delightful or difficult, your marriage can become a doorway to a closer union with god.
With all new material, devotions for a sacred marriage explores how god can reveal himself to you through your marriage and help you grow closer to him as well as to your spouse. In this sixsession small group bible study, sacred marriage, writer and speaker gary thomas invites you to see how god can use marriage as a discipline and a motivation to reflect more of the character of jesus. What if gods primary intent for your marriage isnt to make you happy. Gary thomas writing and speaking focuses on bringing people closer to christ and closer to others. Sacred marriagesacred marriage gary thomas gary thomas. Cherish your spouse, change your marriage part 1 gary thomas duration. Because sacred marriage isnt a how to book, it has held up fairly well. Starting with the discovery that the goal of marriage goes beyond personal happiness, writer and speaker gary thomas invites readers to see how god can use marriage. In this popular bestselling book, gary thomas uncovers how your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with god and each other. Most marriages survive by gritting teeth and holding on. Oct 23, 2007 sacred marriage, sacred parenting, and sacred pathways most likely, you have heard of at least one of these books. Sacred marriage by gary thomas overdrive rakuten overdrive. He is the author of 19 books, including when to walk away, sacred pathways, cherish, sacred parenting, the awardwinning authentic faith, and sacred marriage over one million copies sold.
Gary thomas is a bestselling author and international speaker whose ministry brings people closer to christ and closer to others. He has a masters degree from regent college, where he studied under dr. This is a book that looks at how we can use the challenges, joys, struggles, and celebrations of marriage to draw closer to god and to grow in christian character. As gary thomas shares in his pivotal book sacred marriage, relationships are about your holiness, not just your happiness. A companion to sacred marriage, this book of 52 devotions encourages you to build your marriage around gods priorities.
In loving him well, gary thomas builds on concepts from his bestselling book sacred marriage to reveal the inner workings of a mans heart and mind. Gary thomas has been able to zero in on the ideas and attitudes that were keeping us from experiencing gods very best for us. Gary thomas, the author of sacred marriage, recently wrote on his blog about how the church needs to protect women from abuse. This book is biblically sound and doctrinally accurate. Feb 01, 2000 when the media is saturated with notions of selffulfillment and romance as the most important elements of a happy marriage, gary thomas paints a picture of what he calls a sacred marriage, shaped by sacrificial love and the spiritual disciplines of forgiveness, perseverance, and respect. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. The revised edition of sacred marriage takes into account the ways mens and womens roles have expanded since the book was first written. I combed the best of christian classical literature to get at its root dimensions and purpose. Buy a cheap copy of devotions for a sacred marriage.