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The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness: The Key to Marital Success
In recent decades, the application of biblical principles that generate marital joy and happiness has diminished. Younger generations at large have aligned their marriages more with the precepts of the world than of Christ, leaving couples unfulfilled and unhappy. Steadily, the holistic nature of the art of married love has been lost as to being the fabric of Christian marriages.
In The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness: the Key to Marital Success is a multiple award-winning book, Dr. Wilson unveils the key to marriage fulfillment: understanding and walking in marital Oneness. Organized into three parts, he first examines the field of knowledge on Oneness in marriage from a unique, faith-based perspective. Second, The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness offers an in-depth discourse on the synergy of the three facets of marital love from the Song of Songs, making practical applications from Scripture, clinical experience, and empirical research. And third, it discusses organizational and interactional aspects of covenant marriage with coherent and functional pathways to marital joy, happiness, and enduring success.
As a Pastoral Counselor and Marriage and Family Life Coach, Dr. Wilson spent years compiling summary records that consistently showcased the needs of his clients and the successful interventions in their marriages. He felt the need to be a part of a movement for marital reformation by introducing an ancient yet fresh and exciting Christian perspective to marriage satisfaction: Oneness, the essential meaning of marriage. This book invites couples on a journey with a clear and refreshing pathway in pursuing marital joy and happiness as One.
In The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness: the Key to Marital Success is a multiple award-winning book, Dr. Wilson unveils the key to marriage fulfillment: understanding and walking in marital Oneness. Organized into three parts, he first examines the field of knowledge on Oneness in marriage from a unique, faith-based perspective. Second, The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness offers an in-depth discourse on the synergy of the three facets of marital love from the Song of Songs, making practical applications from Scripture, clinical experience, and empirical research. And third, it discusses organizational and interactional aspects of covenant marriage with coherent and functional pathways to marital joy, happiness, and enduring success.
As a Pastoral Counselor and Marriage and Family Life Coach, Dr. Wilson spent years compiling summary records that consistently showcased the needs of his clients and the successful interventions in their marriages. He felt the need to be a part of a movement for marital reformation by introducing an ancient yet fresh and exciting Christian perspective to marriage satisfaction: Oneness, the essential meaning of marriage. This book invites couples on a journey with a clear and refreshing pathway in pursuing marital joy and happiness as One.
232 pages, Paperback
Published May 10, 2022
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About the author
H. Irving Wilson
2 books22 followersH. Irving Wilson is a Pastoral Counselor, Teacher, Marriage and Family Life Coach, and Director of Rhema Counseling Ministry. He previously served as a Guidance Counselor in Florida Public Schools. Irving has ministered as a Christian counselor for over 18 years on the staff of three Christian counseling organizations.
He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of the Southern Caribbean and a Master’s degree in Counselor Education from Florida Atlantic University. He holds a Doctor of Ministry degree in Family Therapy from Amridge University. He is a Board-Certified Christian Counselor with the Board of Christian Professional and Pastoral Counseling and a marriage facilitator with Prepare/Enrich.
Irving and his wife, Sherron, are originally from the Caribbean Island of Grenada and now live in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. They have been married for over 27 years. They have three adult sons: Nigel, Alexander, and David.
He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of the Southern Caribbean and a Master’s degree in Counselor Education from Florida Atlantic University. He holds a Doctor of Ministry degree in Family Therapy from Amridge University. He is a Board-Certified Christian Counselor with the Board of Christian Professional and Pastoral Counseling and a marriage facilitator with Prepare/Enrich.
Irving and his wife, Sherron, are originally from the Caribbean Island of Grenada and now live in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. They have been married for over 27 years. They have three adult sons: Nigel, Alexander, and David.
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February 16, 2023
Marriage, although a wonderful blessing, can be quite challenging at times. Since no two people are exactly the same, it is natural that conflicts can occur.
Dr. H. Irving Wilson delves into the meaning of marital oneness through the words of scripture. While most people think marriage is a union of two, it is actually begins as a union of three. The union of three consists of the husband, the wife, and God. The husband and wife become one through God. Without God, nothing is possible and with God, all things are possible. In order for a marriage to withstand the stresses of life, the marriage must stand on the firm foundation of God.
Although the first miracle of Jesus occurred at the Wedding in Cana, this was not the first wedding. God performed the first wedding in Genesis 2:22-24 when he created Adam and Eve and united them as one.
In this amazing book, all aspects of marriage are discussed through the advice of a Pastoral Counselor and Marriage & Family Life Coach, and researched through the words of God. Learn how to serve God by serving each other in marriage. When the husband and wife faithfully and selflessly give to each other and obey the commandments of God, God blesses the marriage and strengthens the bond. Happiness and Longevity can go hand in hand when the keys to marital success are followed. The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness is a great reference to always have on hand when things get bumpy, and just to read as a reminder of God's purpose for your life, marriage and love.
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Dr. H. Irving Wilson delves into the meaning of marital oneness through the words of scripture. While most people think marriage is a union of two, it is actually begins as a union of three. The union of three consists of the husband, the wife, and God. The husband and wife become one through God. Without God, nothing is possible and with God, all things are possible. In order for a marriage to withstand the stresses of life, the marriage must stand on the firm foundation of God.
Although the first miracle of Jesus occurred at the Wedding in Cana, this was not the first wedding. God performed the first wedding in Genesis 2:22-24 when he created Adam and Eve and united them as one.
In this amazing book, all aspects of marriage are discussed through the advice of a Pastoral Counselor and Marriage & Family Life Coach, and researched through the words of God. Learn how to serve God by serving each other in marriage. When the husband and wife faithfully and selflessly give to each other and obey the commandments of God, God blesses the marriage and strengthens the bond. Happiness and Longevity can go hand in hand when the keys to marital success are followed. The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness is a great reference to always have on hand when things get bumpy, and just to read as a reminder of God's purpose for your life, marriage and love.
yes STAFF PICK and Recommended by the ICBA Panel of Judges!
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March 1, 2023
Excellent guide for every Christian marriage:
The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness is a wonderful addition to the Christian literature on marriage and marriage relationships. Dr. Wilson expertly distills the Bible's teaching on marital oneness leading to marital satisfaction and joy. Wilson's writing is steeped in Scripture, marked by wisdom and geared towards practical application.
Wilson's years of study of God's word and years of experience counseling couples combine to make this a unique resource for couples, counselors and pastors. In the book he emphasizes such things as covenant commitment and sacrifice, holiness and obedience leading to joy, building on the foundation of God's word and forgiveness and reconciliation when things go wrong.
Wilson's book is saturated in Scripture. Nearly every thought, every paragraph is rooted in a guiding principle from God's Word, thus making it a reliable guide for those preparing for marriage, for those seeking to enrich their marriage and for those navigating the waters of a troubled relationship.
Here are some favorite quotes from the book:
"If you are married, God was at your wedding to perform the mystery of oneness. If you are a wife, God was the spiritual Father who gave you away to your husband. If you are a husband, your 'wife is from the Lord' (Prov. 19:14)." (p. 9)
"Marriage begins with God's declaration that a man and a woman have become one (Mk. 10:8).... This belief in oneness is the first act of marriage for a man and woman. It is an act of faith, from singleness to oneness." (p. 17)
"As Christians, we 'live by faith, not by sight' (2 Cor. 5:7). As married couples, we love by faith and not by sight." (p. 27)
"Jesus affirmed the concept of belonging in marriage when he said that the bride belongs to the bridegroom and the bridegroom belongs to the bride (Jn 3:29). The bride in the Song of Songs declares this belonging, proclaiming: 'My beloved is mine, and I am his' (Song 6:3)." (p. 37)
"Love identifies Christians to the world (Jn 13:35). Married couples uniquely display that love in their identity as one." (p. 44)
"Spouses must live with the ever-present consciousness of the Holy Spirit as the marriage counselor, who leads them into all truth." (p. 55)
"A lack of trust is a significant barrier to intimate friendship. Without faith, it is impossible to please God (Heb. 11:6). Without trust, it is impossible to find genuine intimacy with your spouse." (p. 71)
"God thinks trans-generationally.... God's heart is that Christians leave a legacy to the next generation. Most Christians think of leaving a material legacy.... God's top priority is a spiritual legacy." (p. 135)
"There will be offenses in a marriage where the joy and peace of the marital relationship are disturbed.... You may be wounded due to an offense, but remain faithful. The Lord encourages us that the covenant spouse "keeps an oath, even when it hurts, and does not change their mind" about God's work of their marital oneness (Ps. 15:4)." (p. 171)
"Probably no other relationship creates more opportunities to forgive than marriage." (p. 172)
"During the storm, we love by faith and not by sight (2 Cor. 5:7). Have faith in your union when there seems to be nothing tangible to confirm your oneness. It is recorded in Heaven." (p. 182)
The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness is a wonderful addition to the Christian literature on marriage and marriage relationships. Dr. Wilson expertly distills the Bible's teaching on marital oneness leading to marital satisfaction and joy. Wilson's writing is steeped in Scripture, marked by wisdom and geared towards practical application.
Wilson's years of study of God's word and years of experience counseling couples combine to make this a unique resource for couples, counselors and pastors. In the book he emphasizes such things as covenant commitment and sacrifice, holiness and obedience leading to joy, building on the foundation of God's word and forgiveness and reconciliation when things go wrong.
Wilson's book is saturated in Scripture. Nearly every thought, every paragraph is rooted in a guiding principle from God's Word, thus making it a reliable guide for those preparing for marriage, for those seeking to enrich their marriage and for those navigating the waters of a troubled relationship.
Here are some favorite quotes from the book:
"If you are married, God was at your wedding to perform the mystery of oneness. If you are a wife, God was the spiritual Father who gave you away to your husband. If you are a husband, your 'wife is from the Lord' (Prov. 19:14)." (p. 9)
"Marriage begins with God's declaration that a man and a woman have become one (Mk. 10:8).... This belief in oneness is the first act of marriage for a man and woman. It is an act of faith, from singleness to oneness." (p. 17)
"As Christians, we 'live by faith, not by sight' (2 Cor. 5:7). As married couples, we love by faith and not by sight." (p. 27)
"Jesus affirmed the concept of belonging in marriage when he said that the bride belongs to the bridegroom and the bridegroom belongs to the bride (Jn 3:29). The bride in the Song of Songs declares this belonging, proclaiming: 'My beloved is mine, and I am his' (Song 6:3)." (p. 37)
"Love identifies Christians to the world (Jn 13:35). Married couples uniquely display that love in their identity as one." (p. 44)
"Spouses must live with the ever-present consciousness of the Holy Spirit as the marriage counselor, who leads them into all truth." (p. 55)
"A lack of trust is a significant barrier to intimate friendship. Without faith, it is impossible to please God (Heb. 11:6). Without trust, it is impossible to find genuine intimacy with your spouse." (p. 71)
"God thinks trans-generationally.... God's heart is that Christians leave a legacy to the next generation. Most Christians think of leaving a material legacy.... God's top priority is a spiritual legacy." (p. 135)
"There will be offenses in a marriage where the joy and peace of the marital relationship are disturbed.... You may be wounded due to an offense, but remain faithful. The Lord encourages us that the covenant spouse "keeps an oath, even when it hurts, and does not change their mind" about God's work of their marital oneness (Ps. 15:4)." (p. 171)
"Probably no other relationship creates more opportunities to forgive than marriage." (p. 172)
"During the storm, we love by faith and not by sight (2 Cor. 5:7). Have faith in your union when there seems to be nothing tangible to confirm your oneness. It is recorded in Heaven." (p. 182)
August 21, 2022
The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness is a comprehensive and practical guide exploring the meaning of marital oneness, how to nurture it, and how to achieve marriage longevity.
Whether newlyweds or longtime marrieds, couples will find this book informational, inspiring, and encouraging. Dr. Wilson, a pastor and Christian counselor, brings many years of experience counseling married couples to this resource. With his knowledge and insight, he guides the reader through the principles of biblical marriage and toward a clear understanding of marriage as God intended.
In order to maintain the biblical model of the Christian home, the author says, “Christians must proactively return to the ancient foundations of Judeo-Christian values and traditions of marriage.”
The author includes many scripture verses and questions for reflection and discussion which makes this book a perfect study guide for a deep dive into the meaning of a covenant union. Dr. Wilson says, “The way to a rewarding marriage is in the manual produced by the One who invented marriage.”
Whether newlyweds or longtime marrieds, couples will find this book informational, inspiring, and encouraging. Dr. Wilson, a pastor and Christian counselor, brings many years of experience counseling married couples to this resource. With his knowledge and insight, he guides the reader through the principles of biblical marriage and toward a clear understanding of marriage as God intended.
In order to maintain the biblical model of the Christian home, the author says, “Christians must proactively return to the ancient foundations of Judeo-Christian values and traditions of marriage.”
The author includes many scripture verses and questions for reflection and discussion which makes this book a perfect study guide for a deep dive into the meaning of a covenant union. Dr. Wilson says, “The way to a rewarding marriage is in the manual produced by the One who invented marriage.”
October 19, 2023
The Pursuit of Marriage Oneness is a deep study on what God’s purpose is in marriage. One cannot help but feel a new respect and honor about marriage after reading it. “The faith of oneness” as Wilson explains in the book, is what drives our marriages into success. In the same way we have faith in Jesus, we can and should completely surrender to our faith of oneness with our spouse. The book leaves you with a fresh perspective of becoming one with your husband or wife. From your first vows in faith, to the joys of marital oneness, to keeping the joy in marriage, and beyond, this book is a great study for couples that want to invest in their marriage.
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