God created the beautiful union of marriage since creation. Marriage has such a profound, deeper meaning than what is being witnessed today. Just before Jesus went to the cross, he made a covenant of marriage and it’s meaning for his bride. This book is full of insight of how Jesus’s covenant directly relates to everyone’s marriage, so enjoy the freshest bread and finest wine of the new marriage. His new covenant promise to the church falls into place when we see it from a marriage perspective. As we wait for the groom’s return, we can have joy in knowing he is making room for us with our Heavenly Father. His new covenant promises and assures us of that. Your own marriage can be blessed if you follow his lead in his Word. It will help guide you through your marriage and family rearing. Everything has its sort and order and is happening before our eyes. Be watchful and ready and awake. Fill your lamps with oil for he is coming without warning—the most anxious anticipation for those in love and abiding.

We are called to be imitators of Christ, in life and in marriage. Becoming more like Jesus in your marriage involves thinking less of yourself and more of your spouse. As you strive to implement the characteristics of Jesus Christ ¿ humility, servanthood, honesty, forgiveness ¿ into your marriage, it won¿t be easy. But, "Married to Jesus" explores the benefits of becoming more like Christ in your marriage, offering real-life experiences combined with a biblical foundation. As you gain a deeper understanding of God¿s ideal for marriage, you¿ll begin to see the positive difference in your own marriage ¿ and others will see it, too.

Beautiful hardback format Colour illustrations throughout Help children to work through the questions surrounding marriage

The author embarks on a quest to rediscover the joy of being a Christian. It is perfect for use with the Bible because it has study questions that follow each chapter. It is also a prayer guide for "The Great Ninety Days of Joy after Joy." Daily Texts with Prayers to Gladden the Heart from Ash Wednesday through Pentecost makes this book a perfect devotional guide for Lent and Easter.

A visual guide to the history and culture of the world during Jesus's time, with vibrant illustrations and maps.

The idea that Jesus was married continues to incite fierce debate. But most who address the topic either dismiss the possibility or propound conspiracy theories. Amid the storm of controversy, Le Donne provides a haven of clarity and sense. Approaching the subject from a fresh, historical perspective, Le Donne places Jesus firmly within a socio-cultural context and, by investigating gender and marriage norms, provocatively argues that Jesus could well have been married – although not to Mary Magdalene.