Presenting marriage as a romantic relationship built upon a solid friendship, Hal and Melanie advocate approaching marriage with the same intentionality and enthusiasm that we approach our best friends. Organized into different stages of relationships such as 'Leaving and Cleaving,' 'In Sickness and in Health,' and 'The Physical Aspect,' this book is full of anecdotes from the authors' lives as well as practical, biblical advice relevant for couples who are considering marriage, or who have already been married for years. 256 pages, softcover.