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THE TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE NEVER WAS THE BIBLICAL MARRIAGE. Ozzie and Harriet are gone. And with them, the idea that the traditional marriage is the only right way. Yet, today's couples are also discovering that the "roleless" marriage in which everything is equal, with no distinction between male and female, isn't all that satisfying either.

Rocking the Roles examines what the Bible really has to say about the male and female roles. A far cry from the restrictions of the traditional marriage or the formlessness of modern marriage, this approach offers a perfect blend of structure and equality, balance and beauty. It explores: 1) Common myths and misunderstanding about marriage roles 2) 'Core' roles that don't limit choices but help prioritize commitments, energy, and time 3) What husbands and wives most need to understand about each other 4) What the "S" word-submission-is and is not 5) Spiritual leadership as practical responsibility, not privileged rank 6) How to transform your marriage by applying these practical, biblical principles to day-to-day life.

So if you want a marriage in which fairness, respect, and support operate equally between you and your partner, it's time for Rocking the Roles-and for discovering God's radical, inspired, and timeless design for lasting marriage.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #20923 in Books
• Published on: 1999-01-01
• Released on: 1999-01-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 272 pages

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• ISBN13: 9781576831250
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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From the Back Cover

About the Author
ROBERT LEWIS is the teaching pastor of Fellowship Bible Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. He has an M.Div. and a master's degree in New Testament Greek from Western Conservative Baptist Theological Seminary, a Doctor of Ministry degree from Talbot Theological Seminary, and has done graduate work in marriage and family counseling. Robert has written three books on marriage and has been a featured speaker at national and international conferences for Campus Crusade's Family Ministry for seven years. He is married and has four children.

WILLIAM HENDRICKS is president of The Hendricks Group, a Dallas, Texas-based company that develops human resource solutions for growing organizations. The author or coauthor of a dozen books, he has an undergraduate degree from Harvard, a master's degree in mass communications from Boston University, and a master of arts in biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three daughters.

Customer Reviews

Very Practical...
The best of the "Christian Marriage" genre. I've read several books on marriage and this is probably the most practical. It tackles the tough questions like: Is it important to have a stay-at-home parent? What does it mean for a husband to be a servant leader? And, what does the Bible mean when it instructs women to be submissive to their husbands? My wife and I would strongly recommend this book to anyone who's interested in a Biblical perspective of modern marriage

feminist convinced
My first marriage was a roleless marriage--one of "equality." That didn't work. The models provided to me have been traditional marriages and roleless marriages. I haven't liked what I've seen. Then I heard about the Biblical marriage and that it wasn't the traditional marriage. My boyfriend, now fiance, treats me so well and said that this was the Biblical experience. I didn't believe until I attended the Family Life marriage conference .... It was there that I learned of this book. It's convincing with sound, Biblical reasons. It explains how the S word works for both partners to be empowered and feel loved. I no longer consider submission to be allowing dominance but rather following the leader of our family. As my friend said, God asks us to do roles that are harder. I'm up for the challenge!

Very illuminating, excellent book
If you want a clear, biblical, not traditional, but biblical look at marital roles, this book is excellent. I give it top marks. I think it is a must read.