The Mingling of Souls: God's Design for Love, Marriage, Sex, and Redemption

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God’s plan for a man and a woman in the bond of marriage covenant to have their souls — not just their bodies — become one.” (p.17) There was much of this book I thoroughly enjoyed and admittedly a few recurring elements that I had a hard time finding agreement with. Let me start with the overwhelming positives first, specifically the urgency by which Chandler stresses the need for purity throughout the relationship process. If there is one theme that weaves its way throughout the Song of Solomon, it is a yearning to be in the arms of your beloved with the accompanying understanding not to awaken love, in this case the physical pleasures of covenant marriage, before its proper time. That particular phrase is repeated throughout the Song of Solomon and Chandler drives that important point home in his chapters on attraction, dating, and courtship.

The Mingling of Souls by Matt Chandler provides a great resource for individuals and couples all across the life span: single, dating, engaged, married or single again. The book is not a topical exposition of marriage topics (i.e., finances, in-laws), but is rather an exposition of relationships from the Song of Solomon. Chandler points to Jesus throughout the book and his counsel on marriage is biblically-based and Christ-centered from cover to cover. The book captured my attention and left me wanting to read it again. More important, it challenged me in my own marriage and will equip couples to grow if they apply what they read. Chandler’s ministry is focused on teaching the gospel and helping people live out their faith in the community. He is a popular speaker and has written several books, including “The Mingling of Souls: God’s Design for Love, Marriage, Sex, and Redemption.” The Mingling of Souls approaches relationships from a biblical perspective, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect, communication, and commitment. The book encourages couples to prioritize their relationship with God and to seek guidance and wisdom from Him as they navigate the ups and downs of romantic relationships. What are the key takeaways from Mingling of Souls?

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This book is great! I think I will read it many times. It really helps understanding, how God designed marriage, dating, sex.

One critical aspect to consider when purchasing a book on marriage is the author’s perspective and experience. Matt Chandler is a respected pastor and speaker who has counseled many couples over the years. His insights are grounded in biblical principles and real-life experiences, making “Mingling of Souls” a valuable resource for anyone seeking to strengthen their marriage. Relationships are hard. They take work and time, and they don’t always go our way. More than being a book about dating and marriage, The Mingling of Souls was about me. I realized how often I confuse expectation with reality when it comes to relationships. It made me more aware of my own issues and insecurities, and helped me realize that it’s not just about finding the right person, but it’s about being the right person. When I read this quote in the introduction, it was so profound that I had to put the book down for a minute: “The reason we struggle in relationships, marriage, and sex is because we are sinners. Therefore, the antidote for our sin must be the antidote for our struggles.” What profound truth. This book digs down to the sin root of our issues and gives great hope for God’s design when it comes to relationships.

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His whole argumentation is based on the Song of Solomon. I never read the book in that perspective, that it could show the stations, a relationship gets through in its life: From dating, to courtship, to marriage, even strives.

No, marriage and sex are good, but Jesus is better. He is better than everything in life. He is better than life itself. He is life!”Every failure in your life, every shortcoming, every stumble, every bloody knee, every broken nose is redeemed by Christ and used by the Holy Spirit to help shape, mold and serve what's behind you."