Could your marriage use a joy break? Take one today! What Joy Breaks has done for women of faith, Joy Breaks for Couples does for you and your mate. These crisp devotions are brief enough to read in a few minutes, but they pack wisdom that can strengthen and energize your marriage. They'll help you see yourself, your spouse, and married life through the lens of the Bible, brightening the shady places with humor. Joy Breaks for Couples invites the two of you to savor your relationship: the things you love about it and even the things you're not so crazy about. Get ready to see the upside of the down! Here are truths you can apply today as you celebrate your friendship, your imperfections, family and home, your oneness, even in tough times, your future together, each other's gifts, and romance and passion. The writers--well-known marriage and family counselors, authors, and speaker--share candidly the insights they've gleaned from their own marriages. Whether you marriage is new or seasoned, you can benefit from these nuggets of practical, biblical wisdom. So slow down . . . way down . . . relax -- and take a short break that'll bring both of you closer. Joy Breaks for Couples will help you freshen your outlook as you count your blessings and discover new possibilities for your life together.
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Could your marriage use a joy break? Take one today! What Joy Breaks has done for women of faith, Joy Breaks for Couples does for you and your mate. These crisp devotions are brief enough to read in a few minutes, but they pack wisdom that can strengthen and energize your marriage. They'll help you see yourself, your spouse, and married life through the lens of the Bible, brightening the shady places with humor. Joy Breaks for Couples invites the two of you to savor your relationship: the things you love about it and even the things you're not so crazy about. Get ready to see the upside of the down! Here are truths you can apply today as you celebrate your friendship, your imperfections, family and home, your oneness, even in tough times, your future together, each other's gifts, and romance and passion. The writers--well-known marriage and family counselors, authors, and speaker--share candidly the insights they've gleaned from their own marriages. Whether you marriage is new or seasoned, you can benefit from these nuggets of practical, biblical wisdom. So slow down . . . way down . . . relax -- and take a short break that'll bring both of you closer. Joy Breaks for Couples will help you freshen your outlook as you count your blessings and discover new possibilities for your life together.
About the Author
Dr. Lawrence J. Crabb Jr. (Ph.D., University of Illinois) is a well-known speaker, author of numerous bestselling books including Finding God, and Men and Women, and distinguished scholar-in-residence at Colorado Christian University in Morrison, Colorado.
Rachel Crabb taught elementary school in Champaign, IL, and holds a master's degree in early childhood education. She is the author of The Personal Touch, a NavPress publication, and serves on the advisory board of MOPS International (Mothers of Preschoolers) and as a consultant for Stonecroft Ministries (Christian Women's Club). She has spoken at conferences, retreats, and banquets worldwide. The Crabbs reside in Colorado and have two sons and one granddaughter.
Paul Johnson is an actor, sought-after speaker, and popular author. He resides in Birmingham, Alabama.
Nicole Johnson is an actor, sought-after speaker, and popular author. She lives in Santa Monica, California.
Dr. Kevin Leman is the best-selling author of over thirty-five books including Have a New Kid by Friday, The Birth Order Book, Sheet Music, and Have a New Husband by Friday. A master communicator, Dr. Leman is a frequent guest on hundreds of radio and TV shows such as The View, Oprah, Today, Fox and Friends, and Focus on the Family. He and his wife, Sande, live in Tucson, Arizona. They are the parents of five children and two grandchildren. SPANISH BIO: El Dr. Kevin Leman es fundador de MatchWise.com y autor de mas de 25 libros acerca del matrimonio y la familia. Dr. Leman es un invitado frecuente en numerosas estasiones de radio y programas de television como. El Paisaje, Oprah, Hoy, CNN, y Enfocandose en la Familia con Dr. James Dobson.
Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott are founders of RealRelationships.com and the Center for Relationship Development at Seattle Pacific University. Their bestselling books include Love Talk, Your Time Starved Marriage, and the award-winning Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts. Their work has been featured in the New York Times and USA Today, and they have appeared on CNN, Good Morning America, and Oprah. SPANISH BIO: Les y Leslie forman un equipo como marido y mujer, y son expertos avanzados en los asuntos concernientes a las relaciones personales. Muestran sus experiencias como padres con el objetivo de ayudarte a cumplir la vocacion mas grande de u vida.
Gary Smalley is one of the country's best-known authors and speakers on family relationships. He is the award-winning, best-selling author or coauthor of sixteen books, as well as several popular films and videos. The Blessing and The Two Sides of Love have won Gold Medallions, The Language of Love won the Angel Award as the best contribution to family life, and his other titles have received Silver Medallions. His national infomercial Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships has been viewed by television audiences all over the world. Gary and his wife, Norma, have been married for over thirty years and live in Branson, Missouri. SPANISH BIO: Gary Smalley es presidente y fundador de Smalley Relationship Center. Realiza congresos en todo el pais y ofrece recursos para familias e iglesias familiares. Se han vendido mas de seis millones de copias de sus libros en todo el pais. La Bendicion y Las dos caras del amor han sido ganadores del premio 'Angel' por: Mejor contribucion a la vida familiar.
Becky Tirabassi is a full-time motiavtional speaker and an ACE certified aerobics instructor. She has produced an award-winning step aerobic video, Step Into Fitness. Her six books include Wild Things Happen When I Pray and Let Prayer Change Your Life.
Roger Tirabassi is a pastoral counselor who specializes in encouraging engaged and married couples to love God and each other. He has a master's in counseling and theology and doctorate in ministry. Together, he and his wife, Becky, have co-authored How to Live with Them, Since You Can't Live without Them (Thomas Nelson).
As one of America's best-known relational psychologists, Dr. Warren earned his Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Chicago. His first book, Make Anger Your Ally, was heralded a 'must read' by Time magazine, and his best-selling Finding the Love of Your Life won a Gold Medallion. Learning to Live with the Love of Your Life, and Loving It was selected by USA Today as an outstanding contribution to the field of marriage. His most recent books are God Said It, Don't' Sweat It and How to Know if Someone Is Worth Pursuing in Two Dates or Less. He and his wife, Kay, live in southern CA, and have three grown daughters.
Janet Kobobel Grant is the collaborator with Fern Nichols of Every Child Needs a Praying Mom and the author of several Women of Faith Bible studies. She lives with her husband in Santa Rosa, California.
Rachel Crabb taught elementary school in Champaign, IL, and holds a master's degree in early childhood education. She is the author of The Personal Touch, a NavPress publication, and serves on the advisory board of MOPS International (Mothers of Preschoolers) and as a consultant for Stonecroft Ministries (Christian Women's Club). She has spoken at conferences, retreats, and banquets worldwide. The Crabbs reside in Colorado and have two sons and one granddaughter.
Paul Johnson is an actor, sought-after speaker, and popular author. He resides in Birmingham, Alabama.
Nicole Johnson is an actor, sought-after speaker, and popular author. She lives in Santa Monica, California.
Dr. Kevin Leman is the best-selling author of over thirty-five books including Have a New Kid by Friday, The Birth Order Book, Sheet Music, and Have a New Husband by Friday. A master communicator, Dr. Leman is a frequent guest on hundreds of radio and TV shows such as The View, Oprah, Today, Fox and Friends, and Focus on the Family. He and his wife, Sande, live in Tucson, Arizona. They are the parents of five children and two grandchildren. SPANISH BIO: El Dr. Kevin Leman es fundador de MatchWise.com y autor de mas de 25 libros acerca del matrimonio y la familia. Dr. Leman es un invitado frecuente en numerosas estasiones de radio y programas de television como. El Paisaje, Oprah, Hoy, CNN, y Enfocandose en la Familia con Dr. James Dobson.
Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott are founders of RealRelationships.com and the Center for Relationship Development at Seattle Pacific University. Their bestselling books include Love Talk, Your Time Starved Marriage, and the award-winning Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts. Their work has been featured in the New York Times and USA Today, and they have appeared on CNN, Good Morning America, and Oprah. SPANISH BIO: Les y Leslie forman un equipo como marido y mujer, y son expertos avanzados en los asuntos concernientes a las relaciones personales. Muestran sus experiencias como padres con el objetivo de ayudarte a cumplir la vocacion mas grande de u vida.
Gary Smalley is one of the country's best-known authors and speakers on family relationships. He is the award-winning, best-selling author or coauthor of sixteen books, as well as several popular films and videos. The Blessing and The Two Sides of Love have won Gold Medallions, The Language of Love won the Angel Award as the best contribution to family life, and his other titles have received Silver Medallions. His national infomercial Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships has been viewed by television audiences all over the world. Gary and his wife, Norma, have been married for over thirty years and live in Branson, Missouri. SPANISH BIO: Gary Smalley es presidente y fundador de Smalley Relationship Center. Realiza congresos en todo el pais y ofrece recursos para familias e iglesias familiares. Se han vendido mas de seis millones de copias de sus libros en todo el pais. La Bendicion y Las dos caras del amor han sido ganadores del premio 'Angel' por: Mejor contribucion a la vida familiar.
Becky Tirabassi is a full-time motiavtional speaker and an ACE certified aerobics instructor. She has produced an award-winning step aerobic video, Step Into Fitness. Her six books include Wild Things Happen When I Pray and Let Prayer Change Your Life.
Roger Tirabassi is a pastoral counselor who specializes in encouraging engaged and married couples to love God and each other. He has a master's in counseling and theology and doctorate in ministry. Together, he and his wife, Becky, have co-authored How to Live with Them, Since You Can't Live without Them (Thomas Nelson).
As one of America's best-known relational psychologists, Dr. Warren earned his Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Chicago. His first book, Make Anger Your Ally, was heralded a 'must read' by Time magazine, and his best-selling Finding the Love of Your Life won a Gold Medallion. Learning to Live with the Love of Your Life, and Loving It was selected by USA Today as an outstanding contribution to the field of marriage. His most recent books are God Said It, Don't' Sweat It and How to Know if Someone Is Worth Pursuing in Two Dates or Less. He and his wife, Kay, live in southern CA, and have three grown daughters.
Janet Kobobel Grant is the collaborator with Fern Nichols of Every Child Needs a Praying Mom and the author of several Women of Faith Bible studies. She lives with her husband in Santa Rosa, California.
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Dr. Larry Crabb is a well-known psychologist, seminar speaker, Bible teacher, author, and founder/director of NewWay Ministries. In addition to various speaking and teaching opportunities, Dr. Crabb offers a week-long School of Spiritual Direction and a weekend conference, Life on the Narrow Road. He is also Scholar in Residence at Colorado Christian University and serves as Spiritual Director for the American Association of Christian Counselors. His many popular books include Inside Out, Finding God, Becoming a True Spiritual Community, The PAPA Prayer, Soul Talk, and his life work, 66 Love Letters. For additional information visit www.newwayministries.org.
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