Surviving Marriage

Discover how to move your marriage from just surviving to actually thriving. The world has changed, and it's going to keep changing. That's no big revelation, but we cling to the fleeting hope that we can return to the gentler, more stable days gone by . . . especially where our marriages are...

Someone came between Lee and Leslie Strobel, threatening to shipwreck their marriage. No, it wasn't an old flame. It was Jesus Christ. Leslie's decision to become a follower of Jesus brought heated opposition from her skeptical husband. They began to experience conflict over a variety of issues...

In this intelligent and insightful book, Abigail Trafford charts the emotional journey of a breakup of a marriage, identifying the common phases in the evolution from marriage to separation to divorce, and eventually to a new life. This revised edition includes the most up-to-date research on the personal and economic effects of divorce in adults and children's lives, addresses the special challenges of becoming single again in the age of the Internet, and broadens the experience of divorce to the breakup of all committed relationships.

Physical intimacy allows a degree of closeness that no other activity can offer because it nurtures trust and reinforces reciprocal attachment. This is why couples need regular satisfaction of both partners' sexual needs to develop a strong marriage. This frequent activity reassures both sides of a couple of their attraction for each other while giving them pleasure. An intimate relationship delivers what marriage is all about: Deep feelings of connection Trust evolving into emotional bonding Security and confidence in each other As the fundamental promise of marriage implies feeling loved,...

Unlock the secrets to healing after infidelity. Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to truly rebuild trust and find peace after the devastating experience of being cheated on?Are you reeling from the pain of betrayal? Discover a path to healing and reclaim your life with our exclusive bonus guide. Infidelity can shatter your world, leaving you engulfed in confusion, anger, and heartache. The whirlwind of emotions may make it feel impossible to envision a future free from pain. But you’re not alone—many have walked this path and emerged stronger, more self-aware, and ready to ...

Leslie Vernick, counselor and social worker, has witnessed the devastating effects of emotional abuse. Many, including many in the church, have not addressed this form of destruction in families and relationships because it is difficult to talk about. With godly guidance and practical experience, Vernick offers an empathetic approach to recognizing an emotionally destructive relationship and addresses the symptoms and the damage with biblical tools.

In Surviving an Affair, Drs. Harley and Chalmers describe the most common types of affairs, the reasons they begin and end, the best way to end them, and the best way to restore a marriage after an affair. But most importantly, they help listeners survive the ordeal by providing them with step-by-step guidance that minimizes suffering and offers hope for rebuilding a loving and trusting marital relationship.

When a couple's trust is shattered by infidelity, healing may seem beyond reach—but it doesn't have to be. This second edition of Secrets to Surviving Infidelity offers a compassionate and practical roadmap toward recovery and reconnection. Through humane insights and step-by-step strategies, Dr. Scott Haltzman, a psychiatrist and marriage educator, shares how to overcome the pain of betrayal and strengthen relationships in its wake.

Divorce is the dirty little secret in churches across America. It is not supposed to happen in Christian marriages, but the unfortunate reality is that it does happen to God's children. And when it does, it is traumatic in so many ways. Often, those hit hardest by divorce never dream it could happen to them. The future is so uncertain. Ideally, divorce would not happen at all. But wanting something does not make it a reality. When divorce rages through a Christian’s life, it leaves a tsunami of devastation on every level, from the believers themselves to their children, extended family, ...

What do you do when your marriage isn’t just disappointing—but painful day after day? For many Christian women, marriage was supposed to be a place of safety, love, and partnership. Instead, you may find yourself feeling lonely, discouraged, or even hopeless within a relationship that drains more than it gives. Faith can make it even harder—you may wonder if you’re allowed to admit how bad it really feels, let alone ask for help. This book offers honest guidance and compassionate suggestions for women living in difficult marriages. It doesn’t minimize the pain or offer easy fixes,...

Dale J. Brown, PhD, will never forget the day his wife left him. Her declaration caught Brown off guard. Suddenly he was just a statistic: another divorced man. In the dark days that followed, Brown felt alone and bereft of meaning. Dale reached out to his good friend Ken, a psychotherapist. With Ken’s help—and insistence that Brown not be alone at this time—Brown found his intense agony abating. But he still had much grief to process. Brown is not alone. Men who are separated or divorced have a rate of suicide nearly 40 percent higher than that of married men, and even those who do ...

Til Death Did Me Part is for the woman who is breaking quietly — the wife who suffers in silence behind perfect photos, polite smiles, and “I’m fine.” It’s for the women afraid to speak up because of embarrassment, religion, family expectations, culture, or the pressure to “keep a marriage together at all costs.” It’s for the women who fear judgment from people who aren’t married themselves — people who tolerate disrespect, infidelity, and emotional abuse from men who never even cared enough to give them their last name. This book exposes the truth women hide: You can be...

Your husband cheated on you, and now you don't recognize yourself. You used to be so together, so trusting. Now you're falling apart and doing things you would have never even considered doing.

Single listeners will appreciate this survivor’s guide to navigating the stigma of singleness in a culture obsessed with marriage and family. Listeners will laugh and cry along with the author on her journey to discovering that God’s plans aren't limited to a relationship status, that singleness can be enjoyed instead of endured, and that all of us can experience a love greater than romance, a life bigger than fairytales, and a purpose to which we have been called.

Everyone tells you marriage is hard, but no one tells you what to do about it. At age thirty-four, Jo Piazza got her romantic-comedy ending when she met the man of her dreams on a boat in the Galápagos Islands and was engaged three months later. But before long, Jo found herself riddled with...

YOUR WORLD IS GONE. YOUR TRUST IS SHATTERED. YOU ARE NOT GOING CRAZY—YOU ARE AT WAR. When infidelity strikes, the world as you know it ends. You are plunged into a disorienting and terrifying new reality of lies, gaslighting, and a pain so profound it feels physical. You are not just heartbroken; you are a victim of betrayal trauma. But this is not a book about being a victim. This is a book about becoming a warrior. I am not a therapist, a doctor, or a relationship coach. I am a wife who, after nineteen years of a happy marriage, discovered the man I loved was lost in the fog of an ...

Modern Marriage and God is Book 9 in this autobiography series. It asks a simple but demanding question: in a world where cultures meet, roles shift, and expectations change, can love and faith still hold a marriage steady? This book blends personal reflection with social observation. It looks at marriage as lived reality, not only as a ceremony. The author explores how marriage has been practiced across time and cultures, and why those practices have changed. He examines what happens when couples carry different backgrounds into the same home, when families and communities bring pressure, ...

She’s worked hard to build a successful career. Her new female boss wants her GONE! Should she bow to this abusive treatment and leave her dream job - or stay and fight back? Husband and wife face a David and Goliath task of fighting the federal government to remedy the discriminatory abuse the wife is receiving at her federal job. Her new boss berates her in front of her peers, unfairly criticizes her job performance, and resorts to yelling and screaming to beat her down. She treats her differently than her other employees. The action is riveting and fast-paced. Readers will find ...

Sophie knew real fear and never more so than now. They had to escape the increasing danger...and that meant leaving their home. Their options were few...staying could be deadly. She knew disappearing wasn’t enough...they needed a safe place. Somewhere no one would ever think to look. She’d hoped their grandmother’s house would be safe...that didn’t work out. Caleb was determined to keep his best friend’s widow and children safe. But first he had to find them. Travel with Caleb, Sophie and her family on an inspirational saga that will rivet you with heart-wrenching moments of drama...

The ending of a marriage is the ripping of one life into two. The Bible says, "God hates divorce". He is not the only one to hate divorce. Most people who experience divorce hate it. It is a debilitating process. This book is designed to help you cope with the trauma of divorce. It is written to help you discover strategies for rebuilding your life. It is a directed to Christian people who often face the pain not only of a shattered relationship, but also the feeling they have let God down. The author is a Conservative Christian Pastor who one day discovered that his marriage was over. This...