Spark, The: Igniting The Passion, Mystery, And Romance In Your Marriage

You can put the spark back in your marriage. Did you realize that knowing the true purpose of marriage can rekindle the fire in your relationship? In The Spark, the founders of one of the country's fastest-growing marriage conferences offer that--and more. Jay and Laura Laffoon tackle the biggest obstacles to intimacy in marriage with an irresistible combination of humor and wisdom. While many people think intimacy is all about sex, the Laffoons identify five facets that are vital to a healthy marriage. Men and women approach intimacy differently, but understanding the differences can result in greater closeness and a deeper appreciation of each other. The Laffoons fearlessly share their own experiences, as well as informative, real-life stories gleaned from their survey of more than two thousand married couples. Discussion questions at the end of each chapter help you develop positive action steps to ignite your marriage and keep the flame burning. Whether you're seeking to better understand your spouse or hoping to recapture lost magic, your relationship can reach another level with this practical guide. "This book should be required reading for every married couple!"--Carol Kent, speaker and author, A New Kind of Normal "If you're ready to gain some serious warmth and light in your home, read this book."--John Trent, president, The Center for StrongFamilies; author, The Blessing and The 2 Degree Difference Jay and Laura Laffoon are gifted and entertaining communicators who have inspired thousands of couples throughout North America through their Celebrate Your Marriage conference. They are the authors of Make Love Everyday and live in Michigan.

Intimacy is essential to marriage, but many couples find achieving it to be easier said than done. Jay and Laura Laffoon unravel its mysteries in the humorous and down-to-earth style that has made their marriage conference one of the fastest growing in the country. Countering the popular misconception of intimacy as primarily a sexual issue, they explore five essential facets that need to be in balance for a healthy marriage. Their insights are practical, grounded in Scripture, and augmented by real-life stories drawn from a survey of more than 2,000 married people. Chapter-end discussion questions help readers identify immediate steps they can take to light a fire in their relationship and keep it burning. The Spark is both a fun read and an indispensable guide to strengthening any marriage.