Abraham had eight sons–not one. All eight sons bring something to the table. Abraham loved all of his sons. He was a good father who made sure all his sons were literate, of good character...

Would you marry you? Be the right person before seeking the right person. Solomon’s bride is carefully chosen for the good of his family, for the good of his kingdom.pg 9

Today’s marriages become toxic, with resentments, after only a few years. It’s one thing to say, ‘I forgive,’ but most lack the enterprise to do the necessary work that follows. It was the day after...

When we justify a flaw we are actually inventing a new one. When a woman neglects developing her own character, she not only chisels away her own reputation, but the reputation of everyone in her...

A wife who obsesses on “fixing” her husband only succeeds in demeaning him.pg 48

The Shulamite lives by a different set of values. One of the most horrible frauds perpetrated on western couples is ‘trust your feelings’ or ‘follow your heart.’ Solomon’s family must never be left to whims....

This is going to hurt, but you will have to watch other couples be happier, richer and louder than you. Wait. No obstacle can withstand patience. Wait. You may not think so now, but there...

Marriage is nothing to underestimate. Success in marriage is about getting back up, again and again. Ultimately, the Shulamite had to write her own role in Solomon’s drama. She made Solomon’s problems her problems. For...

To erroneously assert that the unclaimed Shunemite does not treasure the opportunity misses the entire point of this superlative song. She wants to leave with Solomon. This earthly Shunemite would be willing to die to...

Like the chosen Shulamite, there will be times when you too will be faced with crude assaults on your virtue, or with solicitations that will be naked attempts to cheapen your marriage. Being polite is...

Your partner may have injuries that you can’t repair. Your partner may be trapped in a dark room without windows. Your life narrative might bring him more relief than an opiate. Some people make better...