Dave Arp

10 Great Dates has such great appeal to couples in any setting. From small to large groups, for retreats or personal use, 10 Great Dates is an exciting, proven program that is low-key, effective, easy-to-lead, and husband-friendly. Combining fun dates and marriage education skills, this video curriculum gives couples time-out to build their marriage and enrich their relationship. Designed for use with the book 10 Great Dates to Energize Your Marriage as the participant’s guide, this curriculum has everything you need to launch your group (or just the two of you) on your great dates.. You’ll love growing together while going out together! 10 Great Dates includes: * DVD with ten video sessions to launch your dates Thirty-two-page Leader’s Guide “10 Great Dates™ is definitely the most widely used marriage education program.… (mehr)

10 Great Dates was not what I expected. I was under the impression that there would be more practical advice and tips, but the book emphasized more on the spiritual aspect of a relationship. That in itself is not a problem, but I did find the material rather simplistic. I did not get a chance to go through the material with my spouse, which seems to be the intention of the book and would try that a some point in the future to see if that adds a different dimension to the experience. Overall a solid book, but nothing overly inspiring or illuminating.… (mehr)

I received this book as an Early Review copy, and am unfamiliar with the other "Great Date" books. I am always looking for ways to make the marriage God has given to me and my husband even better. This book delves into the realm of spiritual intimacy, an area rarely discussed because so many marriages need to address some basics of communication and respect. Some of the topics covered in the 10 dates described in the book were an encouragement to me of the existing spiritual relationship that already exists in our marriage. Other topics are areas where we could grow closer together and to our Lord. While this book does give insight into the spiritual aspect of marriage, it does not cover every topic that might be necessary for a struggling marriage. It seems to assume or build upon a reasonably healthy marriage. I read through the book first, and am now looking forward to discussing the material on dates with my dear husband.… (mehr)