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Fierce Marriage: Radically Pursuing Each Other in Light of Christ's Relentless Love Paperback – April 17, 2018
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When Ryan survived, they both realized that they still had a future together. But the near loss changed the way they saw all that would lie ahead. They would live and love fiercely, fighting for each other and for a Christ-centered marriage, every step of the way.
Fierce Marriage is their story, but more than that, it is a call for married couples to put God first in their relationship, to measure everything they do and say to each other against what Christ did for them, and to see marriage not just as a relationship they should try to keep healthy but also as one worth fighting for in every situation. With the gospel as their foundation, Ryan and Selena offer hope and practical help for common struggles in marriage, including communication problems, sexual frustration, financial stress, family tension, screen-time disconnection, and unrealistic expectations.
- Print length240 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherBaker Books
- Publication dateApril 17, 2018
- Dimensions5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN-100801075300
- ISBN-13978-0801075308
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--Jefferson Bethke, New York Times bestselling author
When Ryan and Selena Frederick were newlyweds, neither of them knew that Ryan would soon need major surgery that would either save his life or result in his death on the operating table. By God's grace, Ryan survived. But the near loss changed the way they saw all that would lie ahead. They would live and love fiercely, fighting for each other every step of the way. And they would dedicate themselves to helping others do the same.
Fierce Marriage is a call to put Christ at the center of your marriage, measuring everything you do and say to each other against what Christ did for you. With passionate personal stories and practical, gospel-centered advice, the Fredericks help you handle five key areas of marriage: priorities, communication, money, sex, and conflict. Their hopeful approach will help you to see marriage as not just a relationship you should try to keep healthy but also one worth fighting for--in every situation.
"Fierce Marriage is the story of a couple learning and striving to put Christ above all else, in all matters of marriage. . . . When two young authors get the root this right, you can surely trust the fruit."--Gary Thomas, bestselling author of Sacred Marriage
"Ryan and Selena passionately share God's truth about marriage, encouraging husbands and wives to pursue and fulfill their purpose of having a fierce marriage that points others to the heart of God."--Aaron and Jennifer Smith, founders of HusbandRevolution.com and UnveiledWife.com
Ryan and Selena Frederick created FierceMarriage.com in 2013 when they felt God calling them to share, with brutal transparency, the struggles God had helped them overcome. Since then, Fierce Marriage has grown into a thriving online community with hundreds of thousands of readers each month. Ryan and Selena have two daughters and live in Tacoma, Washington.
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- Publisher : Baker Books (April 17, 2018)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 240 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0801075300
- ISBN-13 : 978-0801075308
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #60,513 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #64 in Christian Dating & Relationships (Books)
- #303 in Christian Marriage (Books)
- #341 in Christian Family & Relationships
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About the authors
Ryan Frederick is passionate about helping men treasure Christ most and love their families well. He and his wife, Selena, founded their blog, Fierce Marriage, with one simple mission: to point couples to Christ. Together, their writing reaches millions of monthly readers around the world with the transformational message of the gospel.
Selena Frederick is passionate about helping women treasure Christ most and love their families well. She and her husband, Ryan, founded their blog, Fierce Marriage, with one simple mission: to point couples to Christ. Together, their writing reaches millions of monthly readers around the world with the transformational message of the gospel.
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Customers find this book to be a good read for marriages, with one mentioning it completely transformed their relationship. Moreover, the book is highly insightful, with one customer noting how it spurs readers to dive deeper into God's Word. Additionally, the storytelling receives positive feedback, with one review highlighting how the stories are told in a down-to-earth manner.
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Customers find the book to be a good read for marriages, particularly when read together, with one customer reporting that it completely transformed their relationship.
"Best book for couples. Everyone should read this pre marriage or even after." Read more
"I think this book has alot to offer." Read more
"...And third, Fierce Marriage is one of the top marriage books I've read in terms of theology. THAT is the key to a successful marriage...." Read more
"...and authenticity the Fredricks provide in this book are both admirable and instructional; this is truly a resource we recommend to everybody!..." Read more
Customers find the book insightful and inspiring, appreciating its biblical truths and practical advice. One customer notes how the Scripture is presented in a loving, convicting manner.
"...this read is that it has the right goals in place, pointing you more to connect to Jesus. If you have listened to their podcast, still get the book!..." Read more
"...This book is chalked full of real world, biblical, unchanging wisdom from God's word and the voice of two authentic and transparent people...." Read more
"...the “newly-wed” stage, and this book has helped equip us with valuable knowledge from an experienced voice!..." Read more
"...helped me through my relationship with my spouse and increased my relationship with the Lord...." Read more
Customers appreciate the storytelling in the book, with one noting how the stories are told in a down-to-earth manner and another highlighting how it is chalked full of real-world examples.
"...What a read! Ryan and Selena have an amazing story that me and my fiancee could really relate to...." Read more
"...This book is chalked full of real world, biblical, unchanging wisdom from God's word and the voice of two authentic and transparent people...." Read more
"...write in a way that is easy to read and understand and also is highly convicting of my own heart attitude towards Jesus...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025Best book for couples. Everyone should read this pre marriage or even after.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2019Personally, I try my best to be prepared as far ahead as possible for everything. Just an example, I tried to get an apartment 5 months ahead. I know. Naturally, being engaged I've been trying to soak up as much advice/how-to's as possible in preparation for the next exciting chapter in my life. I actually started listening to their podcast first, got my fiancee hooked too, and then decided after loving listening to their podcast for a while to get the book. I had her read it first and then I read it (Grab two different-colored pens when you read, and then talk about them together - super helpful). What a read! Ryan and Selena have an amazing story that me and my fiancee could really relate to. You know you want that book on how-to's, your "20-something ways to be a better husband" book, but there's a lot more to marriage than how-to's. This book does it all. Marriage is, hopefully in your book, a lifelong commitment that's going to be great but great doesn't mean easy. That's one of the main things I love about the book is how Ryan and Selena do their best to shatter the world's sugar-coated view of marriage and give you a real one. Marriage is flat out difficult. That being said, this book has made me feel more at peace with getting married than ever before. What I love the most about this read is that it has the right goals in place, pointing you more to connect to Jesus. If you have listened to their podcast, still get the book! The isn't the exact same thing as the podcast, I don't want to say it's far better because I love both. The price blew me away - I'm getting so much out of the money I spent on it. All in all, I'm very happy I made this purchase.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2018Review comes from a busy family with many small kids. We wouldn't write a review unless it's really worth it.
First, few quick thoughts.
1) I suggest you read the book twice, as I did. Then buy a few for friends ask them to do the same.
2) The content will light a fire under you to pursue your spouse more intentionally, and show you where you are not.
3) It will challenge you to walk deeper with God the way a mirror shows you what you really look like underneath.
4) You can't read a book with the word "Fierce" in the title and not expect it to call you out or step on your toes. Be warned!
Rick and Selena Frederick pretty much put their hearts on a platter as they share their lives through a love relationship. The theme of God's Covenant (which is refreshingly counter-cultural to a dead religious society) runs through every page beginning with their own marriage story and how they actually work out this relationship in their daily lives in money, sex, conflict, and future. Both their aggressive nature and their kind spirit show in the writing.
This book is chalked full of real world, biblical, unchanging wisdom from God's word and the voice of two authentic and transparent people. In fact, a part of Chapter 9 is titled "Fight Naked." Go read it yourself. It's hilarious! The truth is every bit of Rick and Selena Frederick's book is about being emotionally and spiritually transparent with a covenant keeping God in Christ Jesus. I personally liked Chapter 4: "Gritty Love" the most. Many fierce quotes from a couple who are not asking for permission to be themselves or to have a strong marriage. I personally hope they write another book in the future about family and legacy!
Lastly, I want to say this book won't just hand you vision and purpose for your own marriage. Instead, they point you to a relationship with the person of Christ Jesus and you have to go ask Him yourself. They will show you what happens when a marriage is purposefully walking out who they are simply meant to be in a world that is looking for real hope!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2024I think this book has alot to offer.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2018If you've ever read a marriage book, it was probably filled with chapter after chapter of how-tos. Follow these steps, and your marriage will be better. Do these things, and your spouse will love you more. These steps aren't necessarily bad, but they're incomplete. If you've ever read a Christian marriage book, you've seen the same how-tos but with some random Bible verses scattered throughout.
And each of the above points is where Fierce Marriage is different.
First, Ryan and Selena are transparent. They don't even attempt (which would fail) to present themselves as having it all together. They openly present to their readers the struggles they've had daily. This gives them great credibility in their writing.
Second, they don't give you many how-tos. They share their experiences; both the successful and the failed ones. There is no one right way to do things, and their presentation allows people to evaluate whether their actions would work.
And third, Fierce Marriage is one of the top marriage books I've read in terms of theology. THAT is the key to a successful marriage. We need to stop trying to make it work, and give our lives to God. When we do that, we become humble servants who love others people and lift them up. Isn't that what a successful marriage looks like? And that's what Ryan and Selena present beautifully; how we can focus our lives on God, which in turn will allow us to focus our marriage on God.
I was given a free copy of this book to read and review, but no other incentives have been provided. This review is my honest thoughts about the book with no pressure from anyone.
Top reviews from other countries
- EDWIN V.Reviewed in Singapore on May 28, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Happy with the order 😊
Gifted my wife this Book. She loved it. Package received in good condition. Thank you.
EDWIN V.Happy with the order 😊
Reviewed in Singapore on May 28, 2020
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- joReviewed in the United Kingdom on May 9, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars So encouraging
A simply brilliant book, full of real life encouragement
The authors have a superb and easy to read writing style, which I've loved
- A.Reviewed in Canada on June 25, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
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- anythingthatspurpleReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 27, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Preach it!
Really great book with great tips. It is very real and acknowledges that keeping a marriage takes effort from both parties, much like many things in life!
- Jessica CaldaraReviewed in Canada on September 28, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect!
Still Reading - but Selena and Ryan have been a wonderful addition to the "voice in my ear" Their podcasts and now their book is transforming me into a better wife and helping me bring Christ into my marriage every day.
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