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The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God Audiobook
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“Incredibly rich with wisdom and insight that will leave the reader, whether single or married, feeling uplifted.” —The Washington Times Based on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone—Christians, skeptics, singles, longtime married couples, and those about to be engaged—the vision of what marriage should be according to the Bible. Modern culture would have you believe that everyone has a soul mate; that romance is the most important part of a successful marriage; that your spouse is there to help you realize your potential; that marriage does not mean forever, but merely for now; and that starting over after a divorce is the best solution to seemingly intractable marriage issues. But these modern-day assumptions are wrong. Timothy Keller, with insights from Kathy, his wife of thirty-seven years, shows marriage to be a glorious relationship that is also misunderstood and mysterious. The Meaning of Marriage offers instruction on how to have a successful marriage, and is essential reading for anyone who wants to know God and love more deeply in this life.
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"This book was recommended to me by my future mother-in-law as, "The only book I wish I'd read on marriage before I was married." I can see why. It's an honest but uplifting look at God's original design, the community context, growing together, sex, singleness, and cultural factors. None of it's rocket science but it is a message our generation desperately needs to hear. I found their chapter on the charged topic of gender roles relevant and humbly worded, unlike many denominationally-driven templates out there. This book gets a tad repetitive on some points but it's overall a great read. "
— Jenna (4 out of 5 stars)
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“The Meaning of Marriage is incredibly rich with wisdom and insight that will leave the reader, whether single or married, feeling uplifted.”
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“The Meaning of Marriage is unlike any other book on this subject I have read. As always, Keller’s twenty-three years of experience counseling, preaching, and evangelizing in Manhattan make his reflection on marriage particularly rich and practical. Read this book.”
— Collin Hansen, The Gospel Coalition
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A New York Times bestseller
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Josh, 12/3/2022
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" A friend gave me the book - but I prefer to listen to it. This book was life changing. Truth bombs dropped and I had to do some serious soul searching. I would recommend this book to EVERY married couple! "
— Selina, 2/1/2022 -
" I have know been married for 26 years and am grateful to be so. My wife and I have read various books about how to make your marriage better and we have grown together in our marriage. This book is in stark contrast to all others know to me. This book articulates how God uses marriage, the tool that He created, to sculpt you into what he wants you to be individually. "
— Mark, 1/1/2019 -
" I have long loved exploring the connection between the gospel and marriage...Timothy does an excellent job. "
— Dan, 1/16/2017 -
" Thought-provoking, challenging, and encouraging, this book is solid hope for a cynical world, forcing us to reconsider our preconceived notions of what marriage is. "
— Anna, 2/19/2014 -
" This should be a required reading for every couple who WANTS to get married and for every couple already married. Truth, foundational to every couple's success in marriage is humble, servant, love. The opposite of what our tendencies are--self-centered, entitlement. "
— Anthony, 2/11/2014 -
" The best book about marriage I have read. Period. The Kellers can contribute uniquely in that most of their large congregation in NYC is single/non-traditional. Explaining Biblical concepts, thus, must be put in terms that a post-modern, educated generation can understand. "
— Doug, 2/11/2014 -
" This is the book Pastor Squires uses for pre-marriage counseling. He can provide a study guide to use on your own or with your darling spouse. "
— Bethel, 1/25/2014 -
" This book on marriage is one of the best, most honest, contemporary book from a Christian point of view. Keller continually drives home the truths that transcend even many Christians view of marriage, sex, and singleness, and could inspire all to a better view of marriage. "
— Kyle, 1/23/2014 -
" The best, most intelligent, and most comprehensive Christian view on marriage. I finished it just before getting married. "
— Carrie, 1/7/2014 -
" This is my new favorite book on marriage. Highly recommended for all adults, from single to newly married to not so newly married. "
— Kristen, 1/1/2014 -
" This book is more helpful if you're single, but overall, I'm glad I read it with my small group. "
— Angie, 12/28/2013 -
" This is the best book on marriage I have ever read. And I have read a few. Tim Keller does it again. "
— David, 12/11/2013 -
" i do not read a lot of non-fiction, but this was a great book about getting your marriage, strong, keeping it there but also had relevance if you are not in a relationship yet either about how to communicate and looking for a potential mate. Great stuff. "
— Kris, 12/9/2013 -
" The best book I've ever read on marriage. I'd recommend to anyone, married or not. "
— Rob, 12/4/2013 -
" When Tim Keller speaks I listen. This book was adopted from a sermon series. Neither is writing or speaking contains bells and whistles but the content is superb. "
— Dan, 11/14/2013 -
" I did not find this as riveting as I expected, but I've come away from it with good thoughts about marriage and the church that I keep mulling over and bringing up in conversation. "
— Eliza, 10/29/2013 -
" Over all I thought this book had some great insight and advice. I did get really bored in many parts and had to force myself to keep reading. I think this is more because the author has a much different personality than me and it translate into the writing style. "
— Jillian, 9/29/2013 -
" Must read for married people!! "
— Meghan, 9/26/2013 -
" An excellent read whether you are married or not. You will learn and understand and make sense of the reason marriage exists from Gods view. A new understanding of your own stage of life will emerge. "
— Lorene, 6/26/2013 -
" A must read for everyone! "
— Maria, 1/18/2013 -
" So so so good. Reading the parts about singleness as a married person was extremely convicting and paradigm shifting. Tim Keller has an inspiring and Biblical vision for marriage and I'm so glad he wrote it down in this book so that I could know it! "
— Lauren, 9/14/2012 -
" I have read many, many books on marriage...this is by far the best. "
— Marilyn, 8/26/2012 -
" Great work on the theology and importance of marriage "
— Chuck, 1/6/2012
About the Authors
Timothy Keller is the founder and senior pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City and author of numerous books, including the New York Times bestseller The Reason for God. He has mentored young urban church planters and pastors in New York and other cities through Redeemer City to City, which has helped launch more than 300 new churches around the globe.
Kathy Keller received her MA in theological studies at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Kathy and Tim then moved to Virginia, where Tim started at his first church, West Hopewell Presbyterian Church. After nine years, Kathy and her family moved to New York City to start the Redeemer Presbyterian Church. Kathy cowrote The Meaning of Marriage with Tim. The Songs of Jesus is their second collaboration.
About the Narrators
Lloyd James (a.k.a. Sean Pratt) has been a working professional actor in theater, film, television, and voice-overs for more than thirty years. He has narrated over one thousand audiobooks and won numerous Earphones Awards and nominations for the Audie Award and the Voice Arts Award. He holds a BFA degree in acting from Santa Fe University, New Mexico.
Marguerite Gavin is a seasoned theater veteran, a five-time nominee for the prestigious Audie Award, and the winner of numerous AudioFile Earphones and Publishers Weekly awards. She has been an actor, director, and audiobook narrator for her entire professional career. With over four hundred titles to her credit, her narration spans nearly every genre, from nonfiction to mystery, science fiction, fantasy, romance, and children’s fiction. AudioFile magazine says, “Marguerite Gavin…has a sonorous voice, rich and full of emotion.”