“Dr. Chris Thurman has invested decades in helping couples strengthen their marriages. Rather than offer quick-fix solutions grounded in worldly wisdom, he has been faithful to point people to the scriptures for ultimate guidance and counsel. Whether you’re engaged, newly married, or have been married for decades, Real Marriage Made Simple will be a much-needed tool to build a healthier marriage. I highly recommend it!”

—Vicki Courtney, bestselling author of Rest Assured, 5 Conversations You Must Have with Your Daughter, and 5 Conversations You Must Have with Your Son

“Dr. Chris Thurman cuts through the noise to deliver timeless wisdom in Real Marriage Made Simple. With clear insights and practical steps, this book is for every couple who wants to strengthen their connection and navigate marriage with grace and intention.”

—Drs. Les & Leslie Parrott, New York Times bestselling authors of Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts

“For years I have turned to the writings of Dr. Chris Thurman for wisdom and insight regarding managing relationships. On earth there is no more important relationship than that of a husband and wife. So, Chris is my go-to when trying to help married couples navigate the storms of life. His compassionate approach and solid principles will help any marriage move in the right direction. Simply put, we cannot have a healthy, loving marriage if we are unwilling to play by the principles that can take us there. If you are looking for practical principles to make your marriage thrive, you have just found the answer in Real Marriage Made Simple.”

—Dr. Tom Hufty, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church, Maryville, Illinois

“Dr. Chris Thurman is a wise and insightful guide on how to live life fully and deeply. Real Marriage Made Simple is an important book that helps couples develop a closer, more loving bond. It is full of practical wisdom on how marriages can flourish as husbands and wives love one another in a way that glorifies God. I highly recommend it.”

—Phil Christensen, Senior Pastor, Southwest Bible Church, Austin, Texas

“We have been blessed to have Dr. Chris Thurman teach at our church for over thirty years, helping countless couples improve their marriage. Real Marriage Made Simple is the culmination of his efforts to take biblically solid principles and apply them to strengthening the marital bond between a husband and a wife. If your marriage is in a season of turmoil or stagnation, the simple principles in this book will guide you to a healthier relationship. I highly recommend it to you as a valuable resource to help couples experience the healthy and loving relationship God intends them to have.”

—Dr. Matt Cassidy, Senior Pastor, Grace Covenant Church, Austin, Texas

“In his new book, Real Marriage Made Simple, Dr. Chris Thurman draws from experience and a God-given calling to help couples have a loving marriage that lasts a lifetime. Chris’s answers are simple to do but costly to the soul and require a deepening relationship in both the marriage and with God. Therein lies the most significant value of this book . . . it is practical advice rooted firmly in biblical truth. This is not a book for those who want to improve their spouse. Instead, it is sincere truth that first responds to God’s Word to ‘see if there be any hurtful way in me,’ as the psalmist declared. It follows with such deeply rooted antidotes for healing that every couple, marriage group, and church community will find a go-to for marriages that seek the path to move forward. Forty years of counseling, writing, and mentoring have been written down so that every marriage, no matter the age or condition, can change . . . if the ‘want to’ is there! I highly recommend this book!”

—Dennis Gallagher, Pastor at Large, Freedom Fellowship Church, New Braunfels, Texas

“Dr. Chris Thurman’s latest book, Real Marriage Made Simple, equips husbands and wives with practical tools and handles to make actual marriages thrive and flourish. With his typical grace, honesty, and humor, Chris encourages and challenges couples to build a marriage that fulfills both their hopes and responsibilities. This book will be an invaluable resource in the local church, and we highly recommend it!”

—Mac and Julie Richard, Pastors, Lake Hills Church, Austin, Texas

“Combining humor, concrete examples, and helpful advice, Dr. Chris Thurman’s new book, Real Marriage Made Simple, provides much-needed wisdom for navigating the highs and lows of marriage with love and grace. Every husband and wife who read this book will see their reflection in its pages and learn new skills to strengthen their union. Don’t read Dr. Thurman’s words only to learn new information but to change unhealthy habits and leave a better legacy for future generations!”

—Keith Ferguson, Lead Pastor, Cityview Bible Church, Round Rock, Texas