A Faith Full Marriage: Building a Lifetime Love on Biblical Principles

by Paul Chappell

This book uncovers a vital missing element in most marriages—faith! Discover how faith should be the foundation and the source of joy and happiness in your marriage relationship. Faith is where God’s touch enters the picture—and more than anything, your marriage needs His touch!

Genres: Marriage, Relationships

102 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 2, 2007

About the author

Dr. Paul Chappell is the senior pastor of the Lancaster Baptist Church and president of West Coast Baptist College in Lancaster, California. His biblical vision has led the church to become one of the most dynamic independent Baptist churches in the nation. He has been married to his wife for over thirty-six years and is the father of four married children all serving in Christian ministry. His books can be found at http://www.strivingtogether.com.

Reviews

[Laurie DelaCruz · Rating 3 out of 5]

I felt like the book was full of cliches, and not much of substance was offered. There were a few nuggets I picked out, but otherwise not the book I was hoping it would be.

[Matthew Schrock · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some of this book was fluff, but it was worth reading for the nuggets I did get out of it. My favorite line was "Commitment simply means that you don't even have a 'last straw'."

[M W · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.25⭐️ As someone who has read a LOT of marriage books, I usually have a pretty high standard. This book just didn’t meet it.

The information was true and Biblical-based, but it was extremely surface level. I know it is a short book, but if you’re going to discuss ways to strengthen your marriage, don’t just give me a list without discussing practical application. For example, one of the points in the book discussed yielding to Scripture; instead of discussing HOW to do this, Chappell just discussed why it was important. We already know that it is important; tell us ways to actually do that.

I fully believe that a marriage based on God will succeed, but I didn’t like Chappell’s point that unsaved people cannot experience a great marriage as well. Sure, trusting in God will strengthen a marriage, but just because you aren’t saved doesn’t mean your marriage will be automatically bad. Maybe I misunderstood his point, but regardless, this book just didn’t strike home with me.

[Thisbookfilledlife · Rating 5 out of 5]

Despite this book appearing to have a lot of bad reviews, I would recommend this for those preparing to get married, and for the already married! This book was GREAT!!! For such a small book, it was filled with such great information on how to have a good marriage!

[Lacie Hernandez · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was an informative read with all the basics of how to have Godly marriage and make it work , but I just felt like it was lacking some substance.

[Monica McCracken · Rating 4 out of 5]

Didn’t love the corny stories and jokes, but I found some helpful nuggets of truth and good reminders in here.

[Dustin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great little book on marriage!!!

[Paula Milner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book. Very helpful for married couples as well those preparing for marriage. I recommend this to anyone looking to have a God lead marriage.

Amazing book. Very helpful for married couples as well those preparing for marriage. I recommend this to anyone looking to have a God lead marriage.

[Kevin Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent little book

Some of the most helpful counsel in life is not new but simple reminders of truth we have heard before. This little book is full of those simple reminders put in words that you will enjoy reading. Very helpful. Very practical. Much needed in marriages today.

[Dory · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simple, yet Biblical and practical

[William · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short book but a good read on successfull marriage.

[Jason Grubbs · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book on marriage and a short read. Biblical principles are presented in a practical way.

[Lacie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Practical & succinct

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book that explains how to have a God-centered marriage. It is very non-judgmental and approaches things from both the male and female perspective. Very well written book!

[Jackie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great little book. Gets to the point. Great for newly married or if you've been married for awhile. Great truths from God's. Word.

[Eric Durso · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nothing new, but stimulating. Got it free a while back and listened to it on the commute.

[RaeBeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great points but I feel the author could have went deeper into the subject matter. I honestly felt that the book was more based on the relationship with Christ than marriage.

[Aaron Burden · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great quick read on the value of following God's will for your marriage!

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some Very good points!

[Beka · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of really great insights about having a godly marriage.