marriage & family

where the heart is.

“wherever I’m with you.”

where the weeds grow faster than the grass, a tent is always pitched in the den, the faucet. will. not. stop. dripping. There’s always a leftover sock, you never have the right battery, the couch is upholstered with dog hair, someone drew you a picture on the dining room wall, shoes stick to the kitchen floor, the smoke alarm goes off every night at 3 a.m., cereal is ground into the brand new carpet, and the sink runneth over.

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home iswhere life happens

It’s where a husband and a wife say, “I do” each day—“I do” to every crisis, to every mundane chore, and to all the moments of joy in between.

It’s where children should feel safe and loved, discover that actions have consequences, and learn about a Heavenly Father who loves them more than

they can ever imagine.

Challenging? Sometimes.Hectic? Oh yeah.Worth it? Always.

A Christian home is life’s greatest blessing. And even though the world’s definition of marriage and family changes almost daily, we believe God can use these Bible-based resources to guide your church members in building marriages, families,

and homes that honor Him. Life is happening. Help them live it.

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The Love Dare for Parents Bible StudyStephen and Alex Kendrick

Busy moms and dads will find inspiration to learn and practice

principles of love as they relate to their children—ages preschool

to college—with this plan of action that helps them more fully

cherish and enjoy all of their children during each season of their

lives. Key issues related to loving and training up strong, godly

children are addressed: Sacred Trust, Serious Responsibility,

Special Masterpiece, Shared Path, Secure Boundaries, and

Steadfast Commitment. (6 sessions)

Study Guide 005602392 $7.99

From the authors of The New York Times

#1 bestseller, The Love Dare

Also from The Love Dare

family

Since The Love Dare was first published in 2008, the number-one request received by the Kendrick brothers has been for a similar journey for parents to take with their children.

The Love Dare Bible StudyMichael Catt, Alex Kendrick, and Stephen Kendrick

Based on the movie FIREPROOF, this Bible study takes couples

on a 40-day journey that helps husbands and wives protect

their marriages. Small-group sessions are based on one or more

movie clips and provide opportunities for participants to discuss

real life in real marriage, explore and apply God’s Word, and

start a risky but redemptive journey. (8 sessions)

Member Book 005186345 $6.95Leader Kit 005179026 $49.95

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Experiencing God at Home A Bible Study for Parents

Michael Catt, Alex Kendrick, and Stephen Kendrick

Helps parents and churches work together to disciple their children after

the biblical model. This study can be used at church by mature parents and

leaders to bring parents together and allow them to encourage and support

each other as they experience God at home. Involves a new generation with

Experiencing God principles. (8 sessions, optional 9th session)

Member Book 005558726 $11.95

Experiencing God at Home

Hardback 005539206 $18.99

7 Steps to Knowing, Doing and Experiencing the Will of God for Teens

Paperback 005539207 $12.99

Kids Experiencing God at Home

Activity Book 005557461 $6.99

Leader Guide 005558320 $19.99

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getting to the heart of God’s design

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The Art of MarriageGetting to the Heart of God’s DesignWhether you’re just about to begin your marriage, or have been perfecting

your “art” for decades, this study will help you, with God’s grace, to create

a masterpiece of a relationship. It’s not intended simply as a viewer’s guide;

it’s more about giving you a place to process life and capture thoughts while

you learn more about marriage. You’ll want to continue to reference it long

after the study is over. Leader Kit includes one host guide, two Member

Books with small-group discussion questions, mini-projects for completion

during group meetings, date-night suggestions, articles on improving

marriage, and one DVD with six 25–30-minute video sessions. (6 sessions)


to come home,make the husband

and let him make her sorry

glad “Let the wife

to see him leave.”— Martin Luther

See page 12 for info on Marriage

Getaways.

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S M A L L - G R O U P S T U D Y B A S E D O N T H E B E S T - S E L L I N G B O O K

Bill and Pam Farrel

Understanding and Delighting in Your Differences

A Biblical Marriage in a Broken WorldBuilding a Relationship that Will Go the DistanceDanny Akin

In a secular culture that wants to unravel the threads of Christian values and family life, married

couples can flourish. All it takes is doing a few things right. Husbands and wives of all ages will

find help for fulfilling their role in building a healthy marriage, and married and single parents will

find profound advice about raising their kids. This insightful, entertaining, and practical resource

is ideal for marriage/family workshops, retreats, weekday studies, and individual counseling.

Leader Kit includes video-driven Bible study, leader guide, Member Book, promotional material

DVD, and CD. (6 sessions)


The 5 Love LanguagesThe Secret to Love That LastsGary Chapman

You shower her with compliments, when what she needs at the moment is help washing the

dishes. She thinks she’s giving you the greatest gift ever, when what you’d really like is a date

night. How does your spouse interpret love? Time-tested language lessons help you both identify

your love language and discover ways to enrich your marriage by practicing the other languages.

Member Book includes video session support, the five love languages personal profile, and

leader helps. Leader Kit includes author’s messages on two DVDs, Member Book, CD-ROM with

viewer guide PDFs, leader helps, the love language assessment tool, and the original book.

(2 or 5-7 sessions)


Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like SpaghettiUnderstanding and Delighting in Your DifferencesBill and Pam Farrel

Do you know the two words you should purge from your relationship? The six statements of

forgiveness? How to use passwords to avoid arguments or hurt feelings? What’s romantic to

men? To women? Let this Bible study show you how to appreciate the wonderful differences

between husbands and wives. Leader Kit includes two DVDs, Member Book, and original book.

(7 sessions)


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Raising Boys & GirlsThe Art of Understanding Their DifferencesSissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan

Who said kids don’t come with a manual? Now moms and dads can unlock the differences

between raising sons and daughters and find joy in parenting. Experienced children’s counselors

introduce you to what’s really going on in the world of your kids—from preschoolers to teens—

and offer specific tools to help you better communicate and connect with them. Leader Kit

includes Member Book and two DVDs with videos for each session. (6 sessions)


The Family God UsesBecoming a Home of InfluenceTom and Kim Blackaby

The world is trying to influence your children. So why not turn that around? Learn how to teach

children their role in God’s kingdom and keep your family God–centered. Even more, you can use

this study as a practical field manual for praying, growing, and serving together. Discover as a

family where God is at work and join Him there! (7 sessions)

Member Book 005189546 $14.95

heritage“Children are a

from the Lord.”— Psalm 127:3 (NIV)

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resources

Vicki Courtney

THE BIBLE STUDY

conversations

your daughter

you must have with

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5 Conversations You Must Have with Your SonThe Bible StudyVicki Courtney

This award-winning youth culture expert helps you pinpoint and prepare the discussions you

need to have with your boys during their formative years. You’ll learn to teach your son: not

to define manhood by today’s cultural standards, that what he doesn’t learn to conquer may

become his master, that everybody’s not doing it, to dare to become a godly man, and more.

Leader Kit includes Member Book and DVDs for six sessions (25-30 minutes). (6 sessions)


5 Conversations You Must Have with Your DaughterThe Bible StudyVicki Courtney

Your daughter’s growing up. The world has a lot to say to her, and she’s starting to listen. Even

if she doesn’t quite know it, she needs you more than ever. So it’s time for you to press in and

tell her some things she might not know (or might have forgotten) about who she is in God’s

eyes. Just five conversations, but they could be the basis for a whole new way of relating to your

daughter. Leader Kit includes Member Book and DVDs for six sessions (25-30 minutes).

(6 sessions)


The Parent AdventurePreparing Your Kid for a Life with GodRodney and Selma Wilson

Discover practical ways to create a home where children can learn about God through day-to-

day life. Topics include how to build a home that looks for and celebrates the blessings of God,

and how to let your child experience their own adventure with God. Leader Kit includes Member

Book, two DVDs with author videos, and original book. (7 sessions)


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LEADING A FAMILY

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Being God’s man series

IntimacyUnderstanding a Woman’s HeartKenny Luck

Take a crash course on what it takes to make your relationship with your wife work. Topics

include trust, acceptance, connection, headship, encouragement, friendship, thoughtfulness, and

compassion. A discussion-based, DVD-driven study, it’s ideal for your men’s group or even men

engaged to be married. (8 sessions)

Workbook 005469697 $8.95Leader Kit 005469696 $19.95

FamilyLeading a FamilyKenny Luck

Being a good father and husband isn’t easy. In fact, for many men, it’s easier to build a solid

career than solid relationships in the home. Most men know intuitively that there is a better way

to do family life, but they just can’t seem to execute the personal change required to make it

happen. This discussion-based, DVD-driven study teaches you how to accept your calling and

experience God’s blessing as the spiritual leader to your wife and children. (6 sessions)

Workbook 005469699 $8.95Leader Kit 005469698 $19.95

he isso that everybody knows

and most of all, hisa christian...

“A man ought to live

family ought to know.”— Dwight L. Moody

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Manhood RestoredHow the Gospel Makes Men WholeEric Mason

Manhood will always be in crisis until Jesus returns. But in Christ, men can be restored to the

undefiled image of God. We need more than quick, pragmatic conclusions to change the shape

of how men are developed. We need a big God to point us in the direction of the gospel as

the vision for renewal. This Bible study explores the current state of masculinity, Jesus as the

prototype man, and how the gospel can recreate us into what God intended us to be. Leader Kit

includes Study Guide, DVD with a promotional video and six 10- to 15-minute teaching sessions,

leader helps, and the original book. (6 sessions)

Study Guide 005558737 $8.95Leader Kit 005558736 $59.95

The Real WinPursuing God’s Plan for Authentic SuccessColt McCoy and Matt Carter

Taking a cue from hunting and fishing shows, two men—Colt McCoy, the record-setting Texas

Longhorns quarterback now in the NFL, and Matt Carter, pastor of The Austin Stone Community

Church—explore the essence and purpose of biblical manhood with the men and family

who shaped them. Lessons focus on the individual characteristics of being a man, including:

leadership, faithfulness/trust, idolatry, work, pursuing your wife, and leaving a legacy. Leader

Kit includes 8- to 12-minute videos of Colt and Matt and other family members on hunting and

fishing trips. This is a great resource for men who don’t usually attend Bible studies. (6 sessions)


All Pro DadSeven Essentials to Be a Hero to Your KidsMark Merrill

Powerful storytelling, small-group principles and practices, and media

combine to help men in the area where our culture most needs them:

fatherhood. All fathers want to be all pro dads—they want to be their child’s

hero—but sometimes they just don’t know how. As in football, a father

must start with the basics of what he needs to know—makeup, master,

mission, message, motive, method, model—before he executes. These seven

fundamentals will help every father expand his capacity to love and, in turn,

lead in his most important job—being a dad. (8 sessions)


See page 12 for info on the All Pro Dad® Simulcast.

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