The Love Dare (Paperback)

by Stephen Kendrick (Author), Alex Kendrick (Author)
Key Phrases: Holy Spirit, Word of God, Song of Solomon (more...)

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Too many marriages end when someone says "I've fallen out of love with you" or "I don't love you anymore." The Love Dare discusses how these statements reveal a lack of understanding about the fundamental nature of true love.

As featured in the popular new movie Fireproof, from the team that brought us the #1 best selling DVD Facing the Giants, The Love Dare is a 40-day guided devotional experience that will lead your heart back to truly loving your spouse while learning more about the design, nature, and source of true love. Each reading includes Scripture, a statement of principle, the day's "dare," and a journaling area and check box to chart progress.

Dare to take The Love Dare, and see your marriage change forever.

About the Author

Alex Kendrick is associate media pastor at Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia. He helped establish Sherwood Pictures in 2003 and has directed and co-written each of its films: Flywheel, Facing the Giants, and Fireproof, playing the lead male role in those first two productions. Alex has appeared on ABC, CNN, FOX News, American Family Radio, The Glenn Beck Show, Janet Parshall’s America, and many other national programs to discuss his award-winning work and ministry. He lives in Albany with his wife and five children.

Stephen Kendrick is a senior associate pastor of preaching at Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia. He helped establish Sherwood Pictures in 2003 and has served as co-writer and producer for each of its films: Flywheel, Facing the Giants, and Fireproof. Stephen has spoken about his work on ABC World News Tonight and CNN and in The Washington Post and American Profile magazine among others. Currently earning a master of divinity degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, he lives in Albany with his wife and three children.

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Product Details Paperback: 224 pages Publisher: B&H Books; 1 edition (September 28, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 0805448853 ISBN-13: 978-0805448856 Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (292 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #40 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) #1 in  Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Christian Living > Relationships > Marriage #1 in  Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Worship & Devotion > Devotionals

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 163 of 170 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Be Daring, December 22, 2008 By  Theresa - See all my reviews As most people might already know, this book is based upon the Christian movie "Fireproof", which is about a man who saves his marriage by completing a character-testing, 40-day list of "dares" suggested to him by his father. Like the movie, the book of course is Christian based as well. I loved the movie and the book is more of the same. However I looked at both of them from the perspective of a person happily married for over 15 years. I can tell you that while I don't practice all the dares in the book, my spouse and I are good about doing many of them- and of course there's always room for improvement. From my personal experience, I feel like concentrating on the kinds of ideas presented in the book have been absolutely key to making our marriage last. Now the book itself also consists of a 40-day list of dares. For each day, there's about a page and a half or so of advice, followed by a specific dare and some space for you to write down your personal reflections. Dares range from things such as practicing patience to writing out a renewal of your vows. The guys will probably particularly like Day 32! As you can tell, I highly recommend going to see the movie and reading the book. In a society that places a high value on looks and money, while sporting a 50% divorce rate, its nice to see more movies and books coming out that get people more focused on the right values in life. Even if you don't do anything more than just glance through the book, you're going to be given something to think about. Other self-help books I enjoyed include "Finding Happiness in a Frustrating World" . 50 of 51 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Giving love another chance, November 18, 2008 By  R. Lesniak "Rob" (Richmond, VA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    After 15 years of marriage and three children, this simple little book helped me to remember that marriage is not just about meeting the right person, it's also about being the right person. A small time commitment over 40 days breathed now life back into our marriage. I highly recommend it to all married couples. 29 of 30 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Love in steps that builds to the best relationship , November 10, 2008 By  K. Overley "Tech Dad" (EVANSVILLE, IN United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    The love dare is a short, very readable guide to helping couples reconnect thru daily love ideas. It helps you build your love on a Christian and totally open agape love. It reminds you to do the little things that make loving and living together more rewarding even in the tough times. Lee		Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Supierier quality The book arrived in much less time than I expected, and it was in A-one condition. I am always so pleased with Amazon! Published 1 day ago by Eric Payton 4.0 out of 5 stars Good, Practical Book I am always kind of wary of books like this because I have gone through my share of them. I was pleasantly surprised with this one. Read more Published 1 day ago by B. Payne 4.0 out of 5 stars Very infomative and helpful for self and relationships I am finding this book to be very helpful for myself, but also for examining current and past relationships. The program is remarkable. Read more Published 1 day ago by buellgirl44"cab" 5.0 out of 5 stars The Love Dare The Love Dare The book is excellent and will teach you all about how you can improve your own self in regard to actually loving. 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Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: B&H Books; 1 edition (September 28, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805448853
• ISBN-13: 978-0805448856
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (292 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #40 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

  Popular in these categories: (What's this?)

  #1 in	Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Christian Living > Relationships > Marriage
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

163 of 170 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Be Daring, December 22, 2008

By	Theresa - See all my reviews

As most people might already know, this book is based upon the Christian movie "Fireproof", which is about a man who saves his marriage by completing a character-testing, 40-day list of "dares" suggested to him by his father. Like the movie, the book of course is Christian based as well.

I loved the movie and the book is more of the same. However I looked at both of them from the perspective of a person happily married for over 15 years. I can tell you that while I don't practice all the dares in the book, my spouse and I are good about doing many of them- and of course there's always room for improvement. From my personal experience, I feel like concentrating on the kinds of ideas presented in the book have been absolutely key to making our marriage last.

Now the book itself also consists of a 40-day list of dares. For each day, there's about a page and a half or so of advice, followed by a specific dare and some space for you to write down your personal reflections. Dares range from things such as practicing patience to writing out a renewal of your vows. The guys will probably particularly like Day 32!

As you can tell, I highly recommend going to see the movie and reading the book. In a society that places a high value on looks and money, while sporting a 50% divorce rate, its nice to see more movies and books coming out that get people more focused on the right values in life. Even if you don't do anything more than just glance through the book, you're going to be given something to think about. Other self-help books I enjoyed include "Finding Happiness in a Frustrating World" .

50 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Giving love another chance, November 18, 2008

By	R. Lesniak "Rob" (Richmond, VA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

After 15 years of marriage and three children, this simple little book helped me to remember that marriage is not just about meeting the right person, it's also about being the right person. A small time commitment over 40 days breathed now life back into our marriage. I highly recommend it to all married couples.

29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Love in steps that builds to the best relationship , November 10, 2008

By	K. Overley "Tech Dad" (EVANSVILLE, IN United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The love dare is a short, very readable guide to
helping couples reconnect thru daily love ideas.
It helps you build your love on a Christian and totally
open agape love. It reminds you to do the little things that make
loving and living together more rewarding even in the
tough times.
Lee