Bestselling author Gary Thomas transforms the way you look at romantic relationships. His unique perspective on dating will prepare you for a satisfying, spiritually enriching marriage.In the revised edition of his hit book The Sacred Search, Gary Thomas helps single people of all ages make wise marital choices by rethinking what basis those choices should be made on.You will be encouraged to think beyond finding your “soul mate” and instead adopt...

Twelve lies are holding you back from the life God already promised.You love God. You read the Bible. You try to do the right things. So why does your faith still feel dry, frustrating, or stuck? You're not alone and it's not because you're doing Christianity wrong. It's because you've been believing lies about what a "good Christian life" is supposed to look like.In The Life You Were Reborn to Live, bestselling author and pastor Gary Thomas expose...

This book will walk you through every step of crafting an excellent literature review. It will show you where to find sources, how to assess their quality, and how to combine and integrate these sources into the best possible literature review. From scoping the field to searching the literature to synthesising your findings, this book hits all the spots.Presenting a clear and detailed roadmap to ensure you don’t miss a step, the book includes:· Advice on the best ways to sc...

What if God designed marriage to make you holy instead of happy? What if your relationship isn't as much about you and your spouse as it is about you and God?In Sacred Marriage, bestselling author Gary Thomas uncovers the ways that your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with God and with each other. Join over one million others who have already uncovered Thomas's tips for fostering a sacred marriage.Within the pages of Sacred Marri...

Sacred Pathways reveals nine distinct spiritual temperaments--and their strengths, weaknesses, and tendencies--to help you improve your spiritual life and deepen your personal walk with God.It's time to strip away the frustration of a one-size-fits-all spirituality and discover a path of worship that frees you to be you. Experienced spiritual directors, pastors, and church leaders recognize that all of us engage with God differently, and i...

A Life-Changing Book on Christian Virtues from the Author of Sacred Marriage"When we practice the virtues of Christ," writes bestselling author Gary Thomas, "we become who God created us to be." In this classic book of spiritual formation, we encounter true discipleship—the life we were made for—by observing Jesus in his daily life: his interactions with the people around him, his reactions and responses to spiritual warfare, his thoughtful engagement of co...

Don't let toxic people undermine your God-given calling. . .learn when to walk away.Have you ever counted how many times Jesus walked away from toxic people or let them walk away from him? The answer may surprise you.Drawing from years serving as a pastor, Gary Thomas, bestselling author of Sacred Marriage, looks at biblical examples from the lives of Jesus, Paul, and Nehemiah to equip you to handle toxic people with grace and firmness.We o...

Discover a whole new side of parenting and how much of a gift it is, even when it seems overwhelming.Unlike other parenting books, Gary Thomas wrote Sacred Parenting to help parents of all stages see how God uses children to change us—their parents. Through these timeless lessons, you’ll discover how raising children teaches us to:Find joy in the demands that children make on our lives.Listen with more care and intent.Unde...

A unique, comprehensive guide to sexual intimacy for Christian couples in every season of marriage.A great sex life is something you make, not something you find. If you feel confused or frustrated about your sex life--or simply wonder, *Is there more to it than this?--*Married Sex is exactly what you need to make your marriage stronger, in and out of the bedroom.Including the stories of real-life couples, research results from hundreds of comprehe...

The faith God calls us to is far more than glowing positivism that shields us from life's struggles. It is one that guides us into a deepening intimacy with the God who sustains us in the broad sweep of life.Bestselling author Gary Thomas helps us sharpen our spiritual vision and fortify our commitment to Christ by examining ten disciplines God uses to forge a fire-tested faith. A biblical view of these disciplines can safeguard us from disillusionment when - not i...

Clear, coherent and readable, this bestselling guide is now in its fifth edition, providing easy to follow advice for anyone undertaking a research project. Covering each stage of the process, from choosing a research question to collecting and analysing data, and finally writing up findings, this book equips students with the essential tools for success.This new edition features:• Case studies weaved throughout giving real-life examples of the issues and/or methods being d...

In his popular book, 9 Essential Conversations before You Say I Do, author and pastor Gary Thomas, marriage and family therapist Dr. Steve Wilke and Rebecca Wilke, EdD help couples explore:What marriage means to each individual and whether this is a wise matchHow to engage in essential relational pursuits such as healthy conflict, sexual intimacy, and spiritual intimacyHow to discuss in advance crucial aspects of marriage such as ...