MarriageAbility
Embracing the Richness of a Marriage Affected by Disability
Disability is relentless. It affects every facet of life.
Dreams of marriage rarely include wheelchairs, walkers, or medical equipment. Yet the oneness found in a marriage with disability presents a beautiful picture of the relationship between Jesus and His Church.
This book engages the reality disability puts on the marriage relationship through the real-life, and often humorous, stories of couples living with disability. Readers will find they’re not alone in their journey. They’ll discover a framework to manage the challenges of disability and marriage.
MarriageAbility will inspire those who do not live with disability to embrace those around them who do.
"I have been waiting for this book to come out, knowing it would be an excellent resource, and I was not disappointed! Using humor, the Bible, and her own experiences, Joan gives nothing but sound, Biblically based, and practical wisdom on every page. . . Whether you are in an interabled relationship, are dealing with chronic illness, or want to be more supportive of your friends who are, this book is for you. I’m sure that you will smile, be encouraged, and find ways to be more encouraging to others.
Marriageability is a must read for everyone. Joan is intentional in her representation of the life she and Jerry have chosen together as image bearers of God. It is for me a book about intense love, joy and understanding. Love this book and you can't help wanting Jerry and Joan to be your new best friends. "
Marriageability, Embracing the Richness of a Marriage Affected by Disability is a lively written, eye opening story of how one couple has sustained and even thrived in their marriage over the past 25 years. Joan and her husband Jerry are wonderful examples of the work that it takes to grow and the grace that God provides in order to develop and maintain a Christ centered marriage. This book left me encouraged and educated me to look for opportunities to actively reach out to people with disabilities.