River James knew he was in trouble. Without water and afoot, the Saudi desert would kill him in 24 hours. Now, it appeared that the whole country had fallen into the abyss of lawlessness and bloodletting. The man who taught him the ropes years earlier warned him it would happen and to pray he wasn't there when it did. Too late to pray now. Soon, it became apparent the harsh environment wasn't the only thing trying to kill him. Follow River on a nine day journey conquering starvation, defea...

Create Big Romance on a Small BudgetTired of the usual dinner-and-a-movie dates? Looking for new ways to connect with your spouse?Energize your marriage by getting out of your normal routine with the help of these 52 creative date ideas. From outdoor dates to out-on-the-town dates, you and your spouse will have no trouble finding the perfect date that fits your mood--all on a $10 budget!See for yourself how new experiences can help you bond together...

Your child shouts, 'You can't make me!' or 'I hate you,' or 'I don't want to!' Behind the angry words, what is the child really saying? David and Claudia Arp, based on a survey conducted in the United States and Europe, have identified the eight most common 'cries' of the spirited, or strong-willed child. In this audiobook you will find helpful, sympathetic insights to guide you in raising a spiritually and emotionally healthy child. For each of these 'eight cries' you will find workable a...

Great Marriage Advice from Leading ExpertsLovers for Life is an inside view from leading authors, speakers, pastors, and seminar leaders to help you strengthen and preserve your marriage.“Powerful. Penetrating. Persuasive.”Bill McCartney, founder and chairman of the board, The Road to Jerusalem; founder, Promise Keepers“Lovers for Life contain...

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Son ConversationsDo you know what your son really thinks about girls, school, God, his future? It's not easy to be sure, is it? Boys aren't known for being great communicators, especially entering their teen years. How do you connect with him on the things that are important to both of you?Based on tried-and-true parenting wisdom, this book shares fun, thoughtful questions and talking points that lead to meaningful, natural conv...

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Daughter ConversationsYour daughter is growing up. There are so many issues she'll face, such as body image, confusion about relationships, and taking ownership of her spiritual life. How do you connect with her on the things that are important to both of you? This structured approach to conversations and activities with your girl will make it easier to have those memorable times together. You'll find practical ways to encourage her in ...

You can enrich your relationship and create years of special memories with the fun and creative dates inside this book. Here are a couple of examples:Put on your black tie or evening gown and grab the picnic basket for an evening under the stars.Order take out, turn on the answering machine, and just relax and enjoy each other.52 Fantastic Dates for You and Your Mate is a wonderful tool for those who want to make their marriage come alive wit...

Finally, a Way to Connect Spiritually That You'll BOTH Enjoy!While juggling the kids, work, church, and community commitments, are you and your spouse finding time to connect? When was the last time you had a good talk about faith or did a devotional together?To help you jump-start deeper connections, four marriage experts have come up with 10 creative date ideas, each centered on a spiritual theme, including· Appreciating your differences· Ex...

10 Fun, Innovative Relationship-Building Dates for Seriously Dating and Engaged Couples!10 Great Dates Before You Say "I Do" combines the best of marriage preparation research with a fun, easy-to-follow format. Couples will love growing together while going out together:Share your hopes and dreamsAppreciate your differencesCommunicate and connectDevelop spiritual intimacyEvaluate your relationship...

Small groups of couples can learn important skills and revitalize their marriages with this fun and unique approach. "You will love growing together while going out together." -John Gray Author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus Remember back to your dating days—the excitement you felt? Now you can reclaim that same spark, connection, and creativity in your marriage through ten intentional, memory-making dates. This proven approach to relationship growth is low-key, purposeful, eff...

A simple dating plan that is sure to revive romance and rejuvenate the fun quotient in your empty-nest marriage.It's just the two of you again, and it's time to renew your relationship. You can reconnect and reclaim that same spark, excitement, and creativity you experienced before you had kids through ten innovative, fun dates guaranteed to spice up your marriage.Specially crafted for empty-nesters, these dates are based on marriage-enriching themes, such ...

Your children are gone or leaving soon. It's time to focus once again on your own future and especially on your marriage. What's in store for the second half? David and Claudia Arp provide answers and practical help in this groundbreaking book. Drawing on their national survey of hundreds of "second-half" couples, the Arps reveal eight marital challenges every long-term marriage faces, and they offer strategies and exercises for meeting each of them. The Second Half of Marriage will challe...