Fireproof Movie: Free Sample from The Love Dare book

One of the central parts of the new movie, Fireproof (in theaters September 26, 2008 and available on DVD in early 2009) is The Love Dare book that Caleb's father presents him when Caleb's marriage is spinning out of control.

When Barbara (my wife) and I went to Albany, Georgia to watch part of the filming of Fireproof, and saw clips of the movie, we both began thinking of ways this amazing film could be used to impact marriages in our church family as well as marriages all over the world.

During a break from the filming, Alex Kendrick, Fireproof Producer, and co-writer with his brother Stephen (Fireproof Director) took us into a side room and asked us what we thought so far. Our questions turned to ministry impact and what resources would be available for pastors and church leaders. Alex felt the same way and shared that this was the vision of the whole team. They hoped that LifeWay would be involved.

I am so proud that B & H Publishing Group (a division of LifeWay) decided to publish The Love Dare and that LifeWay Church Resources will be publishing a small group curriculum in early 2009 that will be out the same time the Fireproof DVD will release.

While I don't have all the information about the curriculum, I want to share a little about The Love Dare book that was written by Steven and Alex Kendrick. Here are the basics ...

"The Love Dare is a 40-day guided devotional experience that will lead your heart back to truly loving your spouse while learning more about the design, nature, and source of true love. Each reading includes Scripture, a statement of principle, the day’s 'dare,' and a journaling area and check box to chart progress."

In the introduction to The Love Dare, the authors lay out the three elements of each chapter.
  1. First, a unique aspect of love will be discussed. Read each of these carefully and be open to a new understanding of what it means to genuinely love someone.
  2. Second, you will be given a specific dare to do for your spouse. Some will be easy and some very challenging. But take each dare seriously, and be creative and courageous enough to attempt it. Don’t be discouraged if outside situations prevent you from accomplishing a specific dare. Just pick back up as soon as you can and proceed with the journey.
  3. Last, you will be given journal space to log what you are learning and doing and how your spouse is responding. It is important that you take advantage of this space to capture what is happening to both you and your mate along the way. These notes will record your progress and should become priceless to you in the future.
I have posted a free 11-page sample of The Love Dare in our online catalog. I encourage you to pre-order copies of the book for every couple in your church.

Comments

Crazy Momma said…
I just started The Dare. I was incredibly inspired by both the movie and Kirk Cameron's interview on The Today Show when he revealed that he was doing The Dare on his wife. I am currently blogging a bit about my experiences to share with my readers. I will send them your way for more information on the book and the movie.

Thanks for your post!
Kelly L said…
I have completed the 40 days as of yesterday. My marriage is brand new again after 20 years...Following God's concept of unconditional love is amazing. I choose to love my husband today and forever...

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