Scott Stanley, Daniel Trathen, Savanna McCain, Milt Bryan, A Lasting Promise: A Christian Guide to Fighting For Your Marriage. Jossey-Bass, 1998.
Referenced in: Church Conflict – Communication, Healthy Behavior, Forgiveness
LifeandLeadership.com Summary
This is an outstanding book of time-tested skills for any couple from the newly engaged to long-time marrieds who want to resolve conflicts. The content of the book is based on the nationally recognized program called PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) that has been featured on nationally televised programs and prominent newspapers and magazines.
In their study, the authors followed over 135 couples for twelve years. Evaluations were conducted through multiple, extensive interviews and videotaping of the couple’s interactions over the years, which were then reviewed by a team of researchers. From this data, they were able to differentiate those who do well over time from those who do not, with 80 to 91 percent accuracy. One of the most significant predictors of marital success was the ability to manage conflict constructively. Healthy conflict resolution procedures are presented, along with a number of other helpful exercises to enhance other areas of the marriage relationship. This is a biblically integrated Christian version of the PREP Inc. research, and is an indispensable tool for couples who want a more fulfilling marriage.
From the Publisher
Build a Marriage of Lasting Love
Finally a practical, easy-to-read book that deals with real marital issues from a Christian perspective! Soundly based on both biblical principles and marital research, A Lasting Promise is a must read for any couple who wants to upgrade their marriage and make it a promise for life! —David and Claudia Arp, authors of The Second Half of Marriage
This essential resource offers Christian couples, a well-researched and proven method for dealing with conflicts and resolving problems in their marriage.
A Lasting Promise offers solutions to common problems—facing conflicts, problem solving, improving communication, and dealing with core issues—within a religious framework. With the ultimate purpose of upholding the sanctity of marriage, the book is filled with stories that reflect the sacred teachings of the scripture. The strategies outlined can help Christian couples to improve communication, understand commitment, bring more fun into their relationship, and even enhance their sex life. This book will serve as an invaluable resource for all couples who want to honor and preserve the holy sacrament of their union.
About the Author
Scott Stanley is a martial researcher at the University of Denver and a recognized expert on marriage who is regularly featured in major print and broadcast media. He is coauthor of Fighting for Your Marriage (Jossey-Bass, 1994).
Daniel Trathen is a psychologist, codirector of Southwest Counseling Associates in Colorado, and an associate professor of marriage and family therapy at Denver Seminary.
Savanna McCain is a psychologist with Kaiser Permanente in Denver and is involved with applications of Christian PREP in churches, including mentoring models.
Milt Bryan is director of The Center for Couple Training in Lakewood, Colorado where hes conducts Christian PREP workshops for couples.
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