Joy That Lasts

by Gary Smalley, Al Janssen (With)

Overview

Discover what it means to truly trust God, and how a deep relationship with him can bring life and joy into marriage. Renowned family counselor, seminar speaker, and author Gary Smalley gives insight into five truths that can transform marriage.

Sharing openly from his own relationship with his wife, Norma, Gary shows why both husbands and wives need:

• An independent energy source to recharge their spiritual batteries
• Someone each can talk to about anything and at any time
• An understanding of their emotions and what they mean
• Reassurance that their trials have meaning
• A shared mission they can strive for together

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780310242819
Publisher:	Zondervan
Publication date:	04/14/2002
Edition description:	Revised Edition
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Gary Smalley was one of the country’s best-known authors and speakers on family relationships. In addition to writing The Blessing and The Two Sides of Love with John Trent, their book The Language of Love (newly revised and updated) won the Angel Award as the best contribution to family life. His national infomercial, Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships, has been viewed by television audiences all over the world.

Al Janssen has authored or coauthored 22 books. He is currently director of communications and writer- in-residence at Open Doors in Sana Ana, Ca. Al and his wife have three children and live in Colorado Springs.

Table of Contents

	Introduction	9
1.	Yes, You Can Have Joy	13
2.	Joy Comes Before a Satisfying Marriage	20
3.	Having It All Isn't Enough	32
4.	Finding the Unending Power Source	52
5.	Meet Your Best Friend	71
6.	What Your Emotions Tell You	83
7.	Overcoming Emotions That Destroy Joy	100
8.	Solving the Problem at the Source	122
9.	The Secret of Turning Trials into Benefits	138
10.	We're in This Trial Together!	160
11.	Gaining a Clear Purpose in Life	176
12.	Uncovering Five Secrets of Answered Prayer	196
	Epilogue	215
	Suggested Reading	219