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Marriage Covenant: The Biblical Secret for a Love That Lasts
A Love Most People Only Dream About
Do you want to take your marriage to the next level?
Are you focusing on who is at fault in your relationship rather than what can be done?
Have you wondered how to divorce-proof your marriage so you won’t become the next statistic?
In Marriage Covenant , internationally acclaimed Bible teacher Derek Prince unravels the mysteries of marriage, revealing God’s purpose and plans for covenant relationship. In a straightforward but profound way, Derek explains God’s original intent for marriage, how to create an unbreakable relationship, how to take your marriage from bitter to blissful, and what specific qualities to look for in a spouse.
By following God’s plan, you can build a giving, passionate marriage. Together, you and your spouse will be able to face difficulties, overcome them, and emerge stronger and more united than ever.
Discover lasting principles for a happy, mutually fulfilling, and loving relationship.
Do you want to take your marriage to the next level?
Are you focusing on who is at fault in your relationship rather than what can be done?
Have you wondered how to divorce-proof your marriage so you won’t become the next statistic?
In Marriage Covenant , internationally acclaimed Bible teacher Derek Prince unravels the mysteries of marriage, revealing God’s purpose and plans for covenant relationship. In a straightforward but profound way, Derek explains God’s original intent for marriage, how to create an unbreakable relationship, how to take your marriage from bitter to blissful, and what specific qualities to look for in a spouse.
By following God’s plan, you can build a giving, passionate marriage. Together, you and your spouse will be able to face difficulties, overcome them, and emerge stronger and more united than ever.
Discover lasting principles for a happy, mutually fulfilling, and loving relationship.
176 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1978
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About the author
Derek Prince
792 books441 followersDerek Prince (1915-2003), was an International Bible teacher and founder of Derek Prince Ministries International, wrote more than fifty books.
He was born in India of British parents. Educated as a scholar of Greek and Latin at Eton College and Cambridge University, England, he held a Fellowship in Ancient and Modern Philosophy at King’s College. He also studied Hebrew and Aramaic, at Cambridge University and the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. His daily radio broadcast, Derek Prince Legacy Radio, still reaches listeners around the world.
He was born in India of British parents. Educated as a scholar of Greek and Latin at Eton College and Cambridge University, England, he held a Fellowship in Ancient and Modern Philosophy at King’s College. He also studied Hebrew and Aramaic, at Cambridge University and the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. His daily radio broadcast, Derek Prince Legacy Radio, still reaches listeners around the world.
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January 13, 2016
This was loaned to me by a Christian sister and I'm passing it on. I know of Derek Prince from his radio broadcasts so I knew his background already. And this book was clearly written by him.
It deals with covenant generally and then marriage between man and woman and then spiritual covenant between God and other Christians. As a single woman I was reminded of principles I can and plan to use. I definitely recommend to anyone whether single or married. Derek explains hard concepts very simply and builds you up.
My version has 113 pages.
It deals with covenant generally and then marriage between man and woman and then spiritual covenant between God and other Christians. As a single woman I was reminded of principles I can and plan to use. I definitely recommend to anyone whether single or married. Derek explains hard concepts very simply and builds you up.
My version has 113 pages.
November 17, 2017
Derek Prince heeft alleen maar nuttige, duidelijke, effectieve boeken. Ze zijn een zegen van God.
De vrouw moet ondersteunen en bemoedigen. De man moet beschermen en zorgen voor.
Samen toewijden aan God en aan elkaar.
2 Korinthiërs 5:14-15
Wat ons drijft is de liefde van Christus, omdat we ervan overtuigd zijn dat één mens voor alle mensen is gestorven, waardoor alle mensen zijn gestorven, en dat hij voor allen is gestorven opdat de levenden niet langer voor zichzelf zouden leven, maar voor hem die voor de levenden is gestorven en is opgewekt.
Derek Prince – Het Huwelijk, Een Verbond:
Als we de dood van Christus accepteren als onze dood, dan moeten we onszelf als dood beschouwen. Daarom zijn we niet langer vrij om voor ons zelf te leven.
Het huwelijk is een verbond. Ieders leven moet eindigen. Samen het nieuwe leven in. Het is geen samenwerking, maar een samensmelting. De vrouw moet een succesvolle man maken (succesvol = geestelijk succesvol, betrouwbaar en gerespecteerd). Een man moet een vrouw waarderen en roemen.
Kerntaken vrouw: ondersteunen en bemoedigen.
Kerntaken man: beschermen van en zorgen voor.
Kerntaken samen: Toewijding aan God en aan elkaar.
Voorwaarden van koinonia (gemeenschappelijk bezit) zijn
toewijding & levensstijl (wandelen in het Licht).
De essentie van relatie is altijd hetzelfde. Totale openheid en eerlijkheid tussen hen die in koinonia zijn. Niets mag verborgen, verkeerd voorgesteld of achtergehouden worden.
De vrouw moet ondersteunen en bemoedigen. De man moet beschermen en zorgen voor.
Samen toewijden aan God en aan elkaar.
2 Korinthiërs 5:14-15
Wat ons drijft is de liefde van Christus, omdat we ervan overtuigd zijn dat één mens voor alle mensen is gestorven, waardoor alle mensen zijn gestorven, en dat hij voor allen is gestorven opdat de levenden niet langer voor zichzelf zouden leven, maar voor hem die voor de levenden is gestorven en is opgewekt.
Derek Prince – Het Huwelijk, Een Verbond:
Als we de dood van Christus accepteren als onze dood, dan moeten we onszelf als dood beschouwen. Daarom zijn we niet langer vrij om voor ons zelf te leven.
Het huwelijk is een verbond. Ieders leven moet eindigen. Samen het nieuwe leven in. Het is geen samenwerking, maar een samensmelting. De vrouw moet een succesvolle man maken (succesvol = geestelijk succesvol, betrouwbaar en gerespecteerd). Een man moet een vrouw waarderen en roemen.
Kerntaken vrouw: ondersteunen en bemoedigen.
Kerntaken man: beschermen van en zorgen voor.
Kerntaken samen: Toewijding aan God en aan elkaar.
Voorwaarden van koinonia (gemeenschappelijk bezit) zijn
toewijding & levensstijl (wandelen in het Licht).
De essentie van relatie is altijd hetzelfde. Totale openheid en eerlijkheid tussen hen die in koinonia zijn. Niets mag verborgen, verkeerd voorgesteld of achtergehouden worden.
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March 29, 2011
A great little book on the biblical foundation of marriage and why God is so concerned about it. Not an institution to be entered into lightly, marriage is not only a picture of God's unfailing love, but it is a life-long commitment of the highest and most sacred degree.
I recommend this book for couples who are engaged, married, struggling or considering divorce. Also a must for pastors, lay leaders and biblical counselors. Great study for singles groups, couples and newlyweds.
I recommend this book for couples who are engaged, married, struggling or considering divorce. Also a must for pastors, lay leaders and biblical counselors. Great study for singles groups, couples and newlyweds.
January 24, 2016
Awesome read
This book took me to another level of respect and reverence for my marriage. To see the emphasis that God places on it and the potential that a God centered marriage can have, truly stirs up in me great hope and expectation. It has pulled me out of my self-centered thinking and thrust me into a calmer , militant approach to my marriage. This book is a blessing. Thank you.
This book took me to another level of respect and reverence for my marriage. To see the emphasis that God places on it and the potential that a God centered marriage can have, truly stirs up in me great hope and expectation. It has pulled me out of my self-centered thinking and thrust me into a calmer , militant approach to my marriage. This book is a blessing. Thank you.
July 24, 2012
This was a good read for building a stronger relationship as a team of two plus God. Very insightful.
October 1, 2016
Makes you think of marriage in a different light, a more meaningful light, shows how the pieces fit together to make it into what it was intended to be.
March 17, 2014
Short easy to read book reminding us that marriage is a covenant. The Christian has a covenant with God; with other Christians and if married then a covenant with their spouse.
July 19, 2020
A good read which spiritually illuminated dark areas.
Covenant, commitment and sacrifice are areas which are important to God, and so should be to me also.
Covenant, commitment and sacrifice are areas which are important to God, and so should be to me also.
December 18, 2020
Very practical, realistic and an amazing read.
January 23, 2019
Marriage is a covenant as our covenant with Jesus
This book explains in plain language how becoming one in marriage is like becoming one with Jesus. It teaches that in marriage as the wife learns to submit to the husband then she can submit totally to God, and the husband submits to The wife and learns submission to God. I love the part where marriage is explained to be a sacred covenant, a vow before God and should not be taken lightly.Our society doesn't look at marriage this way any more it's looks at it like you can get divorced if it don't work out but that's not what God intended.people should know they are with the person they are gonna be with the rest of their life before jumping I to marriage. Marriage takes working things out and being commuted to that.I would recommend this book to anyone whose planning on getting married both parties included.I would also recommend that it be taught in the Church to teens and adults whether married or not. A book so interesting you can't put it down. We read it in one day.
This book explains in plain language how becoming one in marriage is like becoming one with Jesus. It teaches that in marriage as the wife learns to submit to the husband then she can submit totally to God, and the husband submits to The wife and learns submission to God. I love the part where marriage is explained to be a sacred covenant, a vow before God and should not be taken lightly.Our society doesn't look at marriage this way any more it's looks at it like you can get divorced if it don't work out but that's not what God intended.people should know they are with the person they are gonna be with the rest of their life before jumping I to marriage. Marriage takes working things out and being commuted to that.I would recommend this book to anyone whose planning on getting married both parties included.I would also recommend that it be taught in the Church to teens and adults whether married or not. A book so interesting you can't put it down. We read it in one day.
March 9, 2022
Great book
It’s a wonderful book to read for unmarried and married couples who want a lasting and God’s way of marriage. I learnt so much and I very happy that I read this before I got married.
Now I know what kind of partner I should look for before getting married to live a God centred marriage.
It’s a wonderful book to read for unmarried and married couples who want a lasting and God’s way of marriage. I learnt so much and I very happy that I read this before I got married.
Now I know what kind of partner I should look for before getting married to live a God centred marriage.
August 24, 2019
Well written and surprisingly theological, Prince analyzes the Biblical meaning of Covenant and relates it to the 3 principle relationships of every believer: With God, our spouse and other Christians.
May 4, 2022
This is a quick read about finding your best mate. The example was on the author himself, how he met with his second wife and how God show him what to do. It doesn't mean all cases must be like that, but here the author share the principles.
October 10, 2025
This is such a good book for anyone who can't answer what the point of marriage is. For the Believer and Unbeliever. Marriage has always been God's idea. Prince does a great job teaching what the Scriptures say about marriage, and speaks from his own experience.
January 24, 2018
Gems of truth
There are lots of gems found in this book. Truly helpful in my time of need. Very encouraging and uplifting.
There are lots of gems found in this book. Truly helpful in my time of need. Very encouraging and uplifting.
July 15, 2019
Je pravda, že celá kniha by se dala shrnout několika málo větami, ale Prince zde pěkně a srozumitelně vysvětluje jak celé téma, tak některé pasáže z písma. Můžu doporučit.
August 31, 2019
A must have for every married couple!
July 5, 2020
A fresh perspective, no as much on marriage as on covenant itself
July 19, 2020
Spiritually informative, a good read.
August 25, 2020
Good book to read.
June 5, 2025
Eye opening on what the Bible says regarding marriage.
September 8, 2025
A good refresher on marriage and how important God, communication, and respect is to make marriage work. Let’s not forget patience.
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