Are you desperately, passionately in love? Are you convinced that you’ve met your “knight in shining armor” or your beautiful “princess bride?” Before you take the next step, you must read this book. Why? Because far too many love-struck couples get engaged without taking the time to seriously consider if: 1) they are truly ready for marriage; and 2) the person they are dating will make a good marriage partner.
Dave Gudgel is committed to helping you enter into engagement with your eyes wide open. He wants you to have the vital, life-long marriage that God intends for you to have. So before you get engaged—get this book!
Dr. Bill Maier
Vice-president and Psychologist in Residence, Focus on the Family
Wow this book is the total package! Not only is it a primer for what a healthy marriage should look like, it also offers insights from the wise counselor and the almost engaged. Anyone considering marriage would benefit from this book. Thanks, Gudgels!
Bill Butterworth
Creative Solutions
As a graduate student in a serious relationship, this book was a blessing from God. For the past two years I have been seeking God’s direction concerning potential marriage possibilities with my girlfriend. This book has been the answer to my prayers. Dave Gudgel’s fascinating book is easy to read and incredibly entertaining. Mixing biblical truth with personal stories spoke volumes into my life and was extremely helpful as I was able to relate to many of the thoughts, feelings, and situations presented. I truly believe I am better prepared to move forward in my relationship as a result of this book. Seeking God’s guidance and remaining faithful to Him, I look forward to great things to come.
Peter (28 years old)
Virginia
Before You Get Engaged is an insightful book that emphasizes the emotional, physical, and spiritual completion one must have before considering engagement. In every chapter, Gudgel intertwines many different personal stories, as well as a side commentary from his son Brent and girlfriend Danielle Fitch who are considering engagement. Through these stories, the reader can easily relate to the complications that emerge in serious relationships. Not only does Gudgel include important questions, he provides a series of answers in order for all couples to discover their own unique answer. Although I am not personally in a relationship, after reading this book I know what to look for, question, and confirm in the future when I do find that special someone.
I really enjoyed reading your book, especially since my oldest sister is in a serious relationship that might turn to engagement.
May (18 years old)
Phoenix, AZ
“This book spoke directly to me as I read it while I was going through
a transition out of a three year relationship. Brent and
Danielle’s story gave me the hope and encouragement to move forward
through the rough times and put God back at the center of my life.”
Corey (28 Years Old)
Los Angeles, CA
“Before You Get Engaged addresses life priorities that can sometimes get a little out of whack in what my best friend calls the ‘initial love fog.’ It asks valid questions, questions that come from others that have already been married and divorced. How is my relationship better or more solid than theirs? It made me feel ok for having the same questions. It’s a very exciting and somewhat scary time, not in a bad way, but in a way that you just want the very best for you and this person that you love. Enticing, encouraging, and an easy read, it was engagement from a different, very positive perspective. I can’t wait for my guy to read it!”
Jorden (Age 26)
Dallas, TX
