Ten Pillars of an Awesome Marriage

In the course of writing this book, I have been asked, "Why another book on marriage? What makes this book so different?" Many authors write with knowledge and experience, but most, even Christian authors, do not weave into their writing an abundance of God's Word. In short, it is the Word of God that makes the difference in this book, in life and in marriage! The value of this book goes way beyond my knowledge, experience and longevity; it is the bedrock, relevant truth of God's word which sets this book apart! This book contains and explains God's perspective on the following 10 pillars. . .  Core Values  Compatibility  Commitment  Communication  Conflict Resolution  Charity  Choices  Companionship  Chemistry  Christ and the Church

In the course of writing this book, I have been asked, "Why another book on marriage? What makes this book so different?" Many authors write with knowledge and experience, but most, even Christian authors, do not weave into their writing an abundance of God's Word. In short, it is the Word of God that makes the difference in this book, in life and in marriage! The value of this book goes way beyond my knowledge, experience and longevity; it is the bedrock, relevant truth of God's word which sets this book apart! This book contains and explains God's perspective on the following 10 pillars. . .  Core Values  Compatibility  Commitment  Communication  Conflict Resolution  Charity  Choices  Companionship  Chemistry  Christ and the Church

Charles Shoemaker was born and reared in the Chicago area, where he was converted to Christ at the early age of eight. At age of sixteen, he answered God's call for ministry. After completing high school, he attended and graduated from the Institute of Biblical Studies of Liberty University, earning a diploma in Bible. He also has earned a Bachelor's degree (B.R.E.) in Pastoral Theology, a Master's degree (M.A.) in Biblical Studies, and a Doctor of Education degree (Ed.D.) from Nova Southeastern University. He has received three honorary doctorates, including the D.D. degree from Midwestern Baptist College, the L.H.D. degree from Liberty University, and the Litt.D. from Temple Baptist College. He and his wife, Sharon, have been married for fifty years and reside in Jacksonville, Florida. They have two daughters, Amy and Emily; two sons-in-law, Dennis and Michael (all in full-time ministry); two grandsons, Charles and Daniel, and four granddaughters, Michaela, Sophia, Ella Grace, and Kate Marie. In addition to spending time with his family, Dr. Shoemaker enjoys reading, writing, and politics. The Shoemakers are members Emmanuel Baptist Church in Macclenny, Florida where their son-in-law serves as senior pastor. Dr. Shoemaker has been in full-time ministry since 1975 having served as a church planter, senior pastor, and President/CEO of a Christian college for fifteen years. Dr. Shoemaker travels extensively speaking in marriage and family conferences, churches and pastors' conferences. His travels have taken him to all fifty states as well as ministry in Asia, Europe, Central America and throughout North America. He has preached and taught more than 5,500 times in some 500 churches. He currently mentors approximately 60 young pastors and church planters. For several years Dr. Shoemaker served as the Chairman of the accreditation commission for the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS). TRACS is an accreditation agency that is approved and recognized by the United States Department of Education. Dr. Shoemaker is the Founder and President of Church Planting America--a missions agency promoting church planting. God has used his conferences and writings to minister to believers all across the country, and his articles have appeared in numerous publications. For additional copies of this book, Dr. Shoemaker's other printed resources or information regarding Church Planting America, please visit www.churchplantingamerica.org.