Marriage is not easy being made up of two fallen and sinful individuals, but God is ready to assist us in utilizing the difficulties of marriage as catalysts of spiritual growth.
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Here are some books that may assist you in a deeper study of the truths presented in this sermon. While Pastor Mike cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, he does believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through this sermon’s topic.
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- Bridges, Jerry. Trusting God: Even When Life Hurts. NavPress, 1988.
- Carson, D. A. How Long, O Lord? Reflections on Suffering & Evil. Baker Books, 1990.
- Elliot, Elisabeth. A Path Through Suffering. Servant Publications, 1990.
- Guinness, Os. God in the Dark: The Assurance of Faith Beyond a Shadow of Doubt. Crossway Books, 1996.
- Gushee, David P. Getting Marriage Right: Realistic Counsel for Saving & Strengthening Relationships. Baker, 2004.
- Mason, Mike. The Mystery of Marriage: As Iron Sharpens Iron. Multnomah Press, 1985.
- Piper, John. Future Grace: The Purifying Power of Living by Faith. Multnomah Press, 1998.
- Swindoll, Charles. Strike the Original Match. Multnomah Press, 1980.
- Tada, Joni Eareckson. When God Weeps: Why Our Suffering Matters to the Almighty. Zondervan, 1997.
- Wagner, David. Secret Sins of the Heart: Freedom from the Chains of Pornography. Essence Publishing, 2001.
- Yancey, Philip. Disappointment with God. Zondervan, 1997.