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Marriage: The Mystery of Christ and his Church

Paperback |English |1936054515 | 9781936054510

Marriage: The Mystery of Christ and his Church

Paperback |English |1936054515 | 9781936054510
Overview

Although this book's controversial contention that marriage is an unbreakable bond for life gets the most attention today (which is a testimony both to the sad state of the churches today and to the necessity of the book), the book is a mainly positive explanation and application of the Bible's teaching about marriage in all of marriage's aspects.

Fundamentally, Marriage The Mystery of Christ and the Church is a Reformed pastor's instruction and exhortation to married couples, especially young married couples, with the purpose that they glorify God in their marriages and enjoy the bliss of this blessed communion of life.

The timeliness of the book is evident simply from the rate of divorce, not alone in North America in the early twenty-first century, but also in Reformed churches throughout the world.

The previous edition of the book had the subtitle The Covenant-Bond in Scripture and History to reflect the second section, a history of the church's doctrine and practice of marriage from Augustine and the early church through Calvin and the Reformation to the contemporary chaos. This edition drops the subtitle, but the historical section remains.

ISBN: 1936054515
ISBN13: 9781936054510
Author: David J. Engelsma
Publisher: Reformed Free Publishing Association
Format: Paperback
PublicationDate: 2014-12-18
Language: English
Edition: Second
PageCount: 256
Dimensions: 5.51 x 0.54 x 8.5 inches
Weight: 10.72 ounces

Although this book's controversial contention that marriage is an unbreakable bond for life gets the most attention today (which is a testimony both to the sad state of the churches today and to the necessity of the book), the book is a mainly positive explanation and application of the Bible's teaching about marriage in all of marriage's aspects.

Fundamentally, Marriage The Mystery of Christ and the Church is a Reformed pastor's instruction and exhortation to married couples, especially young married couples, with the purpose that they glorify God in their marriages and enjoy the bliss of this blessed communion of life.

The timeliness of the book is evident simply from the rate of divorce, not alone in North America in the early twenty-first century, but also in Reformed churches throughout the world.

The previous edition of the book had the subtitle The Covenant-Bond in Scripture and History to reflect the second section, a history of the church's doctrine and practice of marriage from Augustine and the early church through Calvin and the Reformation to the contemporary chaos. This edition drops the subtitle, but the historical section remains.

Editorial Reviews


"This is one of those books that you wish could be put into the hands of every married couple and those contemplating marriage...If the contents of this book were put into practice, society would become more stable and broken homes would be few and far between." --The Gospel Witness


"...one of the finest among the flood of such books flowing off the presses...The book [has] a theological depth and seriousness often lacking in non-Reformed books on this subject." --Reformed Herald


"A book that says many biblical things about sex, children, family, the mystery of marriage. Recommended for laypersons and preachers alike." --The Reformed Journal


"This book does faithfully reflect the teachings of God's Word on marriage." --The Banner


"A pastor, husband, and father speaks of marriage and its relationships in terms that few want to hear today-even in the church." --Moody


"...there is much to be learned from this book for it touches upon much where the rubber hits the road in marriage. The chapters 'The Christian Man as Husband' and 'The Christian Woman as
Wife' serve as excellent mirrors and may also serve the reader to discover where he or she fails in honouring the special God-designed role in marriage." --Trowel and Sword


"If ever there is a book which is vital reading for the church in our day, it is this one...This book is essential reading...and particularly should it be part of the staple diet offered to young people contemplating marriage...[This book] challenged my views on the vexed subject of divorce and remarriage...[it] also caused me to re-examine my whole attitude to marriage in general and my own marriage in particular, and to re-appraise my role as husband, lover and head of the family." --British Reformed Journal


"...Engelsma's book is ideal for any who has an interest in the subject...Ministers, elders, deacons, husbands, wives, parents, young people, and engaged couples, especially engaged couples, should read it. They will do so with life-long profit." --The Tamar Reformed Witness


"...Engelsma...presents a rich, biblically based view of marriage." --New Oxford Review


"...Engelsma...provides what may well be the clearest expression of God's heart on the matter of marriage in print today. In simple, readable form, the author sets out the biblical view of marriage."
--Charles Crisimier III in the Standard Bearer

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Overview

Although this book's controversial contention that marriage is an unbreakable bond for life gets the most attention today (which is a testimony both to the sad state of the churches today and to the necessity of the book), the book is a mainly positive explanation and application of the Bible's teaching about marriage in all of marriage's aspects.

Fundamentally, Marriage The Mystery of Christ and the Church is a Reformed pastor's instruction and exhortation to married couples, especially young married couples, with the purpose that they glorify God in their marriages and enjoy the bliss of this blessed communion of life.

The timeliness of the book is evident simply from the rate of divorce, not alone in North America in the early twenty-first century, but also in Reformed churches throughout the world.

The previous edition of the book had the subtitle The Covenant-Bond in Scripture and History to reflect the second section, a history of the church's doctrine and practice of marriage from Augustine and the early church through Calvin and the Reformation to the contemporary chaos. This edition drops the subtitle, but the historical section remains.

ISBN: 1936054515
ISBN13: 9781936054510
Author: David J. Engelsma
Publisher: Reformed Free Publishing Association
Format: Paperback
PublicationDate: 2014-12-18
Language: English
Edition: Second
PageCount: 256
Dimensions: 5.51 x 0.54 x 8.5 inches
Weight: 10.72 ounces

Although this book's controversial contention that marriage is an unbreakable bond for life gets the most attention today (which is a testimony both to the sad state of the churches today and to the necessity of the book), the book is a mainly positive explanation and application of the Bible's teaching about marriage in all of marriage's aspects.

Fundamentally, Marriage The Mystery of Christ and the Church is a Reformed pastor's instruction and exhortation to married couples, especially young married couples, with the purpose that they glorify God in their marriages and enjoy the bliss of this blessed communion of life.

The timeliness of the book is evident simply from the rate of divorce, not alone in North America in the early twenty-first century, but also in Reformed churches throughout the world.

The previous edition of the book had the subtitle The Covenant-Bond in Scripture and History to reflect the second section, a history of the church's doctrine and practice of marriage from Augustine and the early church through Calvin and the Reformation to the contemporary chaos. This edition drops the subtitle, but the historical section remains.

Editorial Reviews


"This is one of those books that you wish could be put into the hands of every married couple and those contemplating marriage...If the contents of this book were put into practice, society would become more stable and broken homes would be few and far between." --The Gospel Witness


"...one of the finest among the flood of such books flowing off the presses...The book [has] a theological depth and seriousness often lacking in non-Reformed books on this subject." --Reformed Herald


"A book that says many biblical things about sex, children, family, the mystery of marriage. Recommended for laypersons and preachers alike." --The Reformed Journal


"This book does faithfully reflect the teachings of God's Word on marriage." --The Banner


"A pastor, husband, and father speaks of marriage and its relationships in terms that few want to hear today-even in the church." --Moody


"...there is much to be learned from this book for it touches upon much where the rubber hits the road in marriage. The chapters 'The Christian Man as Husband' and 'The Christian Woman as
Wife' serve as excellent mirrors and may also serve the reader to discover where he or she fails in honouring the special God-designed role in marriage." --Trowel and Sword


"If ever there is a book which is vital reading for the church in our day, it is this one...This book is essential reading...and particularly should it be part of the staple diet offered to young people contemplating marriage...[This book] challenged my views on the vexed subject of divorce and remarriage...[it] also caused me to re-examine my whole attitude to marriage in general and my own marriage in particular, and to re-appraise my role as husband, lover and head of the family." --British Reformed Journal


"...Engelsma's book is ideal for any who has an interest in the subject...Ministers, elders, deacons, husbands, wives, parents, young people, and engaged couples, especially engaged couples, should read it. They will do so with life-long profit." --The Tamar Reformed Witness


"...Engelsma...presents a rich, biblically based view of marriage." --New Oxford Review


"...Engelsma...provides what may well be the clearest expression of God's heart on the matter of marriage in print today. In simple, readable form, the author sets out the biblical view of marriage."
--Charles Crisimier III in the Standard Bearer

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  • Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, but the text cannot be obscured or unreadable.

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Shipping method varies depending on what is being shipped.  

Tracking
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You may return most items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.

Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.

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  • Downloadable software products
  • Some health and personal care items

To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)

  • Book with obvious signs of use
  • CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
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