Marriage and Family: A Biblical Perspective

This book is not intended as a “do this/don’t do that” manual. Scores of books will tell you How. This book will tell you Why. From Why you can discover How for yourself. Marriage and Family: A Biblical Perspective explores the biblical principles and precepts—rules for living—that are the doctrinal basis for the practical aspects of being married and raising a family. Along the way it does discuss a few “do this/don’t do that” rules.

Beginning with Adam and Eve, the book presents God’s definition of marriage, what Jesus said about marriage, and clearly defines what marriage is and is not, in terms of how modern society views marriage. The biblical rules for sexual activity, friendship, dating, and courting are discussed. God’s rules for being married and practicing parenting are presented in clear, easy-to-understand terms. God’s view of divorce is thoroughly examined. Seven appendices repeat the rules (without the discussion) and answer questions on related issues.

Anyone may read the book and profit from it, including Bible teachers and pastors preparing marriage and family classes. If you want to know the biblical view of sex, dating, courtship, marriage, parenting, and divorce Marriage and Family: A Biblical Perspective is the book for you.