Before the Wedding Bells: Preparing for a Lasting & Fulfilling Marriage

Mary George

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Amidst the excitement and busyness of planning for a perfect wedding, couples often overlook the more important aspect of preparing for the marriage. Remember, wedding is an event and marriage is lifetime journey!

Whether you are having an arranged marriage or love marriage, Before the Wedding Bells is a practical and fun resource to help you prepare for a strong and fulfilling marriage relationship. Whether you hail from the same culture and background or different, here is relational wisdom and fun projects that will prepare you as a couple for gratifying marriage.

Are you ready for the adventure of marriage? Be prepared; do not leave anything to chances.

Sam and Mary George make a principled and practical contribution to the most fundamental of all human relationships. We can start fine tuning the strings between love and misery in a marital relationship even before the marriage begins. From two who have taught and lived its truths, this book will provide the reader the wisdom needed to enter into a marriage with appropriate expectations. You too can maintain this universal and personal institution according to design of the One who invented it. Here's a fine resource in preparing for and nurturing your marriage.

Ramesh Richard PhD, ThD

Professor, Dallas Theological Seminary (USA)

In Before the Wedding Bells, Sam and Mary George have provided couples with proven tools and time-tested insight to build strong foundations for lasting marriages. For any couple planning to get married, this book is a must read!

Ram Gidoomal, CBE

Chairman, South Asian Concern (UK)

With the alarming increase in troubled marriages and family break-ups in South Asian communities worldwide, Sam and Mary George have produced a much needed and long-awaited resource. Their handbook of biblical insights blended with practical and culturally-sensitive wisdom will significantly prepare a couple before they take their vows for their life together. Undeniably, prevention is better than cure.

Rev. Dr. T.V. Thomas

Co-Chair, International Network of South Asian Diaspora Leaders (Canada)

Written by Sam George, Executive Director of PARIVAR international (www.Parivarinternational.org) and Mary George, his wife. Mary George holds a PhD and works as a research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry. They are parents of two boys and live in Chicago, USA.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Communication: Effective communication is key to a successful marriage. Couples are encouraged to communicate openly and honestly with each other.

  2. Expectations: It's important for couples to discuss their expectations for marriage and ensure they are on the same page.

  3. Conflict resolution: Couples should learn healthy ways to resolve conflicts and disagreements, such as active listening and compromise.

  4. Financial planning: Financial planning is an important aspect of marriage. Couples are advised to discuss their financial goals and create a budget together.

  5. Family dynamics: Understanding each other's family dynamics and how they may impact the marriage is important for couples.

  6. Emotional intimacy: Building emotional intimacy is crucial for a fulfilling marriage. Couples are encouraged to share their thoughts, feelings, and fears with each other.

  7. Shared values: Couples should identify their shared values and use them as a foundation for their marriage.

  8. Maintaining romance: It's important for couples to continue to nurture their romantic relationship even after they are married.

  9. Supporting each other: Couples should be supportive of each other's goals, dreams, and aspirations.

  10. Seeking help when needed: If couples encounter challenges in their marriage, they should not hesitate to seek help from a therapist or counselor.

Language English
ISBN-13 9788173629983
No of pages 203
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Authentic
Published Date 25 Dec 2011

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