Stuff We Wish We Knew Before Getting Married
Stuff We Wish We Knew Before Getting Married
Written from the heart by Mo & Phindi Grootboom, this honest and practical book shares the 13 life-changing lessons they wish someone had told them before they said, "I do." Grounded in faith and real-life experience, it offers couples — married or soon-to-be — a candid, compassionate guide to building a lasting, purposeful marriage.
What You'll Learn
Mo & Phindi believe that marriage is more than an emotional connection — it is a divine mystery with a spiritual purpose. Drawing from their own journey, they unpack 13 essential truths:
- Marriage has a spiritual purpose — it reflects God's relationship with His church, not just a romantic bond
- Oneness is achievable — but it requires total transparency and relentless pursuit of your spouse
- Feelings change — being "in love" is not a sufficient foundation; commitment and choice sustain a marriage
- Forgiveness is a lifestyle — not a once-off act, but the daily currency of a healthy relationship
- Soul ties matter — unresolved emotional entanglements from the past can quietly destroy your present
- Great sex is cultivated — not automatic, and requires intentional investment from both partners
- Financial alignment saves marriages — being joint stewards of shared resources is non-negotiable
- Family comes with the package — understanding in-law dynamics early prevents unnecessary conflict
- Don't lose yourself — maintaining your individual identity is essential to a thriving partnership
Who Is This Book For?
- Engaged couples preparing for marriage
- Newlyweds navigating the early years
- Married couples seeking to strengthen or restore their relationship
- Pre-marital counselling and faith-based study groups
Practical, honest, and deeply encouraging — this book could be the conversation your marriage needs.
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