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Thriving Despite a Difficult Marriage
Christian psychologists Michael Misja and Chuck Misja show you how to be free from shame if your marriage is not “successful” by conventional Christian standards. practical theology of desirehow the battlefield of the soul impacts your lifethe relational process for moving from hoping in your marriage to hoping in Godhow to love from godly strength, without asking for a response from your spouse
196 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 2014
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May 12, 2020
3.5/4 stars
This is first and foremost a Christian book; it is centered entirely around marriage as a religious institution, not just a covenant, but its purpose as an agent of change for individuals.
The premise is that if you are feeling depressed, discouraged, trapped in your marriage, but do not believe in divorce, there is some spiritual work the authors can offer to find joy in the midst of suffering and, in some cases, find hope of improving your marriage. It is heavy on boundaries while also focused on preserving marriage.
I think this book would not be popular with most, but I found it very interesting. I feel really lucky that my husband is as kind and mature as he is, and received insights on ways I can improve my marriage. I have no idea how I ran across this book.
I docked a star because it can be a little dense or dry at times and a half star for some of the style of the writing.
This is first and foremost a Christian book; it is centered entirely around marriage as a religious institution, not just a covenant, but its purpose as an agent of change for individuals.
The premise is that if you are feeling depressed, discouraged, trapped in your marriage, but do not believe in divorce, there is some spiritual work the authors can offer to find joy in the midst of suffering and, in some cases, find hope of improving your marriage. It is heavy on boundaries while also focused on preserving marriage.
I think this book would not be popular with most, but I found it very interesting. I feel really lucky that my husband is as kind and mature as he is, and received insights on ways I can improve my marriage. I have no idea how I ran across this book.
I docked a star because it can be a little dense or dry at times and a half star for some of the style of the writing.
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October 27, 2016You have difficulty keeping your heart alive and good in the face of ongoing disappointments.
If you focus on your spouse's defects you will only become more self-righteous and miserably.
The passion to maintain integrity of heart and keep hope alive.
WOW. The Source is on hold until I complete this book which may be tonight!
If you focus on your spouse's defects you will only become more self-righteous and miserably.
The passion to maintain integrity of heart and keep hope alive.
WOW. The Source is on hold until I complete this book which may be tonight!
August 6, 2019
Spiritual relief for my soul.
I have struggled for 21 years since being saved With a husband that is not. I am so thankful. I have been set free. I praise the Lord for the wisdom of these men. By the time I got to the end I almost couldn't believe the peace.
I have struggled for 21 years since being saved With a husband that is not. I am so thankful. I have been set free. I praise the Lord for the wisdom of these men. By the time I got to the end I almost couldn't believe the peace.
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February 25, 2023I made it to pg. 44. It's hard to read and apply a book about a difficult marriage while in the middle of the difficulty. It was recommended by a dear friend and strong, solid Christian. I saw noticeable results in her attitude/mindset and behavior and marriage.
When it comes to self-help religious books, I'm beginning to judge myself for never finishing what I start. I can only trust that the effort and (incomplete) exposure to these books is absorbed along the journey.
When it comes to self-help religious books, I'm beginning to judge myself for never finishing what I start. I can only trust that the effort and (incomplete) exposure to these books is absorbed along the journey.
March 13, 2023
A wonderful guide for individuals who are struggling in a marriage with a partner who is distant or suffering from addiction, depression, or other disorders that strain the relationship. The brothers' direction is Biblical and an accurate way to stay in a difficult marriage without getting divorce but at the same time not stuck in misery.
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