The Redemption of Love: Rescuing Marriage and Sexuality from the Economics of a Fallen World

by Carrie A. Miles

Competing answers to dilemmas involving love, sex, marriage, and family scream to us from nearly everywhere. The Redemption of Love reveals what the Bible has to say about these issues by applying the growing economic study of religion.

Using Genesis, Jesus, Paul, and the Song of Songs, Carrie Miles outlines a consistent description of biblical love throughout Scripture, asserting that it is the only effective solution in today's battle to save marriage and family. This book is a valuable tool for clergy and laypeople.

Genres: Theology, Sexuality, Spirituality, Marriage

240 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2006

Reviews

[Wintermote · Rating 4 out of 5]

Didn’t agree with everything, particularly in the final two pages, but an interesting and thought-provoking read. The history of the family and women’s/men’s roles was particularly interesting. I read sone of these arguments and cane to some slightly different conclusions.

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book explains how the fall of mankind creates negative impacts for marriage and family life, and how modern economic systems have exacerbated many of the problems. I appreciated her knowledge of history and the fact that she did not immediately jump to easy solutions. I would have appreciated a bit more practical advice in the conclusion, but overall, I thought the book was excellent.

[Lydia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful exegesis combined with thorough and fascinating historical analysis of how culture and gender roles have been shaped by economic necessities over millennia. Definitely worth reading, and written to be accessible to a non-academic audience.

[Lydia Martin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Biblical truth + challenging + academic