New Releases by Gary D Chapman

#1 New York Times bestselling author Gary Chapman brings us A Simple Guide for a Better Marriage Marriage is beautiful. It''s meant to be a picture of Jesus and his love for the church. But it''s tough to live up to that. Every relationship comes with challenges. Whether you''re in your first or 51st year, you can grow in your marriage. Dr. Gary Chapman shares stories and insights inspired by decades of counseling couples. With grace and humor, Gary shares time-tested wisdom and practical advice on: Love and Intimacy Communication Changes and Decisions Apologies and Forgiveness Anger and Conflict Management Attitudes, Differences, & Expectations Money, Roles, & In-Laws A Simple Guide for a Better Marriage is for all couples who desire a joy-filled marriage marked by understanding, humor, and love. This book also makes the perfect gift!

Saviez-vous qu''être amoureux ne suffit pas pour construire un mariage heureux ? Que l''amour comporte deux phases et qu''il faut savoir passer de l''une à l''autre ? Que le proverbe "Telle mère, telle fille ; tel père, tel fils" n''est pas un mythe ? Qu''en vous mariant, vous épouserez non seulement la personne que vous aimez mais aussi sa famille ? Que vous soyez célibataire ou que vous envisagiez le mariage, ce livre vous aidera à réfléchir à différentes questions qu''il vaut mieux se poser avant. Et pour ceux qui se sont déjà dit "oui", il sera une bonne occasion de "faire le point"! Un ouvrage à livre, à offrir et à mettre en pratique dès maintenant !

The 5 Love Languages Singles By Gary D. Chapman

Presents advice for single people on how the five expressions of love--quality time, words of affirmation, gifts, acts of service, and physical touch--can be adapted by singles to enhance the quality of all of their relationships.

On interpersonal communication in married couples.

Sienta el amor de Dios de forma más personal. ¿Te das cuenta de que el Dios del universo habla tu lenguaje de amor, y tus expresiones de amor hacia Él están moldeadas por tu lenguaje de amor? Aprende cómo puedes dar y recibir el amor de Dios a través de los cinco lenguajes del amor: palabras de afirmación, tiempo de calidad, regalos, actos de servicio y toque físico. Gary Chapman escribe: "A medida que respondemos al amor de Dios y comenzamos a identificar la variedad de lenguajes que Él utiliza para hablarnos, aprenderemos a hablar esos lenguajes nosotros mismos. Sea cual sea el lenguaje de amor que prefieras, que encuentres una satisfacción cada vez más profunda al usar ese lenguaje en tu relación con Dios y con otras personas." El libro incluye un capítulo totalmente nuevo sobre "Salir de tu zona de confort", que te enseñará las alegrías de hablar un lenguaje de amor al que no estás acostumbrado con Dios. No importa qué lenguaje de amor prefieras, te conectarás más profundamente con Dios y verás cómo este vínculo transforma todas tus relaciones. Contiene preguntas de reflexión personal y una guía de estudio para grupos Feel God''s love more personally. Do you realize that the God of the universe speaks your love language, and your expressions of love for Him are shaped by your love language? Learn how you can give and receive God''s love through the five love languages: words of affirmation, quality time, gifts, acts of service, and physical touch. Gary Chapman writes, "As we respond to the love of God and begin to identify the variety of languages He uses to speak to us, we soon learn to speak those languages ourselves. Whatever love language you prefer, may you find ever deeper satisfaction in using that language in your relationship with God and with other people." The book includes a brand new chapter on "Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone" which will teach you the joys of speaking a love language you''re not used to with God. No matter what love language you prefer, you will become more deeply connected with God and watch this bond transform all of your relationships. Contains personal reflection questions and a study guide for groups

"Over 400,000 copies sold! Socially, mentally, and spiritually, teenagers face a variety of pressures and stresses each day. Despite these pressures, it is still parents who can influence teens the most, and The Five Love Languages of Teeneagers equips parents to make the most of that opportunity. In this adaptation of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Five Love Languages

A tactless comment about your child''s weight; finding the gas tank on empty again. Getting angry is easy, and once the unwieldy cluster of emotions of anger are aroused, our thoughts and actions can feel out of control and impossible to manage. Chapman offers insights into why you get angry and what you can do about it. By handling anger positively, God gives us a chance to become a role model for our non-Christian friends.

A book of wisdom and tips to help develop a loving, supportive, and mutually beneficial marriage.

This simple concept can revolutionize all your relationships! "Nothing has more potential for enhancing one''s sense of well-being than effectively loving and being loved. This book is designed to help you do both of these things effectively." -Gary Chapman With more than 10 million copies sold, The 5 Love Languages® continues to strengthen relationships worldwide. Although originally crafted with married couples in mind, the love languages have proven themselves to be universal, whether in dating relationships or with parents, coworkers, or friends. The premise is simple: Different people with different personalities express love in different ways. Therefore, if you want to give and receive love most effectively, you''ve got to learn to speak the right language. The 5 Love Languages®Singles Edition will help you . . . Discover the missing ingredient in past relationships Learn how to communicate love in a way that can transform any relationship Grow closer to the people you care about the most Understand why you may not feel loved by those who genuinely care about you Gain the courage to deeply express your emotions and affection to others Includes Personal Profile assessments and a study guide

Originally published as: Building relationships: a discipleship guide for married couples, 1995.

Chapman''s readers call his teaching relevant, helpful, simple, effective . . . and he brings this style to a new devotional bible. It is designed to make reading God''s Word and praying together as a couple enjoyable and rewarding. Topics include communication, expectations, roles, sex, conflict, money, children, in-laws, and more.

Avoir une relation physique. Faire l''amour. Y aurait-il une différence entre ces deux expressions ? Pour Gary Chapman, si l''une réunit deux corps, l''autre réunit deux êtres. C''est dans le style simple et direct qu''il affectionne que ce conseiller conjugal bien connu explore la sexualité dans le couple. Il montre en particulier comment les enseignements judéo-chrétiens sur le sujet peuvent être sources d''épanouissement et non d''enfermement pour le couple. C''est en apprenant à aimer que deux conjoints pourront connaître une plus grande satisfaction sexuelle. Voilà une pensée à contre-courant qui pourrait révolutionner la relation de bien des couples. Écrits résolument à l''attention des couples, les " Petits Guides Chapman " fourmillent de conseils pratiques pour faire grandir votre relation.

J''aimerais qu''il arrête de fumer. J''aimerais qu''elle cesse de me harceler. Je souhaiterais qu''il se rende plus utile à la maison. Je souhaiterais qu''elle cesse de m''interrompre quand je parle. Avec le temps, de telles pensées peuvent se transformer en rancune et mettre à mal une relation. C''est le constat du Dr Gary Chapman, conseiller conjugal. Il propose une approche simple et efficace pour gérer les petites habitudes irritantes au sein du couple et qui peuvent créer de réelles barrières à l''épanouissement commun. Comment renverser la situation une fois pour toutes ? Cette méthode en trois étapes vous permettra de négocier des changements avec votre conjoint sans querelles ou manipulations. Des bases solides pour un nouveau départ ! Ecrits résolument à l''attention des couples, les Petits Guides Chapman fourmillent de conseils pratiques pour faire grandir votre relation.

Korean edition of a consistent bestseller THE FIVE LOVE LANGUAGES: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate - they are: physical touch, gifts, quality time, acts of service, and words of affirmation by Dr. Gary Chapman, a marriage counselor for over 35 years and author of numerous books including The Family You?ve Always Wanted, The Marriage You?ve Always Wanted. In Korean. Distributed by Tsai Fong Books, Inc.

Dr. Gary Chapman, author of the bestsellingThe Five Love Languages, returns with this invaluable life-changing guide for creating fulfilling and satisfying relationships with anyone in your life. Using seven characteristics to guide you—Kindness, Patience, Forgiveness, Courtesy, Humility, Generosity, and Honesty—this total life plan will help you to experience profound transformation in all relationships and to reap the joys of living a love-driven life. In his first major work since the publication of his phenomenal bestsellerThe Five Love Languages,Dr. Chapman delivers a powerful plan for whole-life happiness, with simple yet intensive exercises and wisdom for finding the life you have always wanted. The way in which our individual lives are improved, says Chapman, is through improving each relationship in your life: with your parents your children, your coworkers, and your spouse, and for all human interactions that form the foundations of our lives. With breakthrough strategies for developing new ways of accepting and responding to the gift of love,Love as a Way of Lifenurtures the essential qualities of Kindness, Patience, Forgiveness, Courtesy, Humility, Generosity, and Honesty. Memorable real-life stories and inspiring advice make this an ideal book to share with others, fostering meaningful conversations about the incredible possibilities that emerge when love becomes a habit. In his previous work, Dr. Chapman brought to light the different ways people express love, but inLove as a Way of Lifehe reveals that every aspect of your life can be improved by placing love at the center of everything you do. As Rick Warren does inThe Purpose Driven Life, Chapman illuminates the profound influence of spiritual insight and understanding on our daily lives. Using real-life anecdotes, he examines the obstacles and misunderstandings that undermine relationships, and provides quizzes and exercises to help readers evaluate their own strengths and weaknesses. Rich in wisdom and inspiration,Love as a Way of Lifeis an invaluable guide to creating fulfilling and satisfying relationships and reaping the joys of living a love-driven life.

Las finanzas son la causa principal de desavenencias en los matrimonios, llevando a muchas parejas al divorcio. El Dr. Gary Chapman ha aconsejado a parejas por más de treinta años en asuntos sobre sus relaciones—siendo el dinero el más importante. En su pequeño libro Participación de Ganancias,el Dr. Chapman proporciona consejos prácticos sobre cómo hacer que el dinero sea una ventaja—en lugar de un dolor de cabeza—en su matrimonio. Su estilo directo en forma de conversación ayudará a los cónyuges a identificar rápidamente sus puntos débiles y modificar la forma en que ven sus finanzas. Finances are the number one cause of disagreements in marriages, leading many couples to divorce. Dr. Gary Chapman has counseled couples for over thirty years on relationship issues—money being at the top of the list. In his little book Profit Sharing,Dr. Chapman provides practical advice on how to make money an asset—as opposed to a headache—in your marriage. His straightforward conversational style will help you and your spouse quickly identify weak areas and reframe the way you view your finances.