CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE Great Christian truths

Publisher's Description This book has been written because of the need for Christians, from whatever cultural background, to develop a biblical understanding of marriage. In three major sections, Paul Brown examines first what the Bible says about marriage, considering a number of important passages from both the Old Testament and the New Testament. He then addresses a number of practical questions relating to marriage in the light of this biblical background. The final section considers marriage itself more closely; its blessings and its difficulties, its opportunities and its dangers, its challenges and what Christian responses should be. Written in a clear and straightforward style, this book gives a basic introduction to the subject and encourages readers to study the Bible carefully for themselves. It provides a helpful summary for all believers and seeks to encourage Pastors and Christian leaders to gain a thorough understanding of all the aspects of this subject and to develop a thoughtful, caring, sympathetic approach as they minister to God's people. Contents Part 1: Beginning with the Bible 1. Creation 2. Marriage and the Law of Moses 3. Marriage in the New Testament Part 2: Practical Questions for Today 4. Singleness 5. Marrying in the Lord? 6. Education 7. Arranged marriage and courtship 8. A valid marriage 9. Polygamy 10. Birth control and barrenness 11. Divorce and remarriage 12. Girls, women and widows 13. Homosexuality 14. Law, custom and wisdom Part 3: Christian Marriage 15. Introduction 16. Before marriage 17. Towards marriage 18. Engagement 19. The wedding 20. Husbands and wives 21. A Christian home 22. Bringing up children 23. Stresses and strains 24. Growing older