In this book, the authors discuss how increasing intimacy in marriage allows both partners to approach issues of communication, power, anger, and faith more creatively and effectively. With exercises tested by dozens of couples in marriage and family therapy and a clear discussion of contemporary perspectives on marriage, this book is an indispensable resource for couples.
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Andrew D. Lester was Professor Emeritus of Pastoral Theology and Pastoral Counseling at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas. He is the author of several books, including Hope in Pastoral Care and Counseling, Pastoral Care with Children in Crisis, and The Angry Christian, all published by WJK.
Judith L. Lester is a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and a licensed therapist in Texas.
Judith L. Lester is a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and a licensed therapist in Texas.
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This review is from: It Takes Two: The Joy of Intimate Marriage (Paperback)
This book is so good that I ordered four of them to give as gifts! Like many of the better books on relationships, this one is written by a couple, so it includes both partners' points of view. Many of the topics covered are standard: communication, conflict, authority, sex, and intimacy. But there are also topics not found in similar books, for example, creating a mutual story, fairness and forgiveness, and making covenants for change. The Lesters share stories from their experience as a pastoral counselor and a family therapist to illustrate what they are talking about. They also ask the partners reading the book to give honest answers to probing questions -- and to discuss their answers with one another. Their supportive use of Christian scriptures may be a turn off to some readers, but people who are even just a little religious will find that it adds to the book's value. What makes this book so helpful is that it is based on solid ideas, it is well written, and it gives sound advice. It will also have a special appeal to people who are interested in a Christian marriage but don't want to be preached at.
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The concept of a journey became meaningful to us, particularly in explaining a seeming contradiction: yes, we are married, but we are also in the process of becoming married. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, Jesus Christ, Westminster John Knox Press New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Becoming Married (Family Living in Pastoral Perspective) by Herbert Anderson on page 34, and page 55
- Soul Mates: Honoring the Mystery of Love and Relationship by Thomas Moore on page 24, and page 195
- Soul Mates by J. Richard Moore on page 24, and page 195
- Forgive and Forget: Healing the Hurts We Don't Deserve by Lewis B. Smedes on page 189, and page 195
- The Art of Forgiving by Lewis B. Smedes on page 195
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- Redemption of Love, The: Rescuing Marriage and Sexuality from the Economics of a Fallen World by Carrie A. Miles in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
- The Angry Christian: A Theology for Care and Counseling by Andrew D. Lester in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- I Have a Plan: A Pastor's Guide to Counseling Troubled Marriages by Charles L. Rassieur in Back Matter
- Hope-Focused Marriage Counseling: A Guide to Brief Therapy by Everett L., Jr. Worthington in Back Matter
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