The Committed MarriageWestminster John Knox Press, 01/01/1976 - 224 من الصفحات Shedding a new light on perennial questions, Elizabeth Achtemeier examines the contemporary state of marriage and family life from a biblical perspective. With candor, clarity, and passion, the author provides insight into many sources of conflict within a marriage--from discipline of children to women's liberation. Viewing Christian marriage as a form of discipleship, she finds in it the key to freedom, order, and fulfillment. |
المحتوى
The Merciful Word | 11 |
To Marry or Not to Marry | 20 |
The Committed Marriage | 34 |
Marriage in a Revolutionary Time | 52 |
Free and Equal in Christ | 69 |
Marriage as Discipleship | 100 |
Is the Tie Blessed That Binds? | 109 |
Knowing and Being Known | 132 |
The Unique and Tender Knowledge | 152 |
Saying Peace Peace | 171 |
Gifts of Extravagant Grace | 188 |
Notes | 211 |
Suggestions for Further Reading | 219 |
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