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Mission-Ready Marriage

A Christian Guide to Discovering Hope and Purpose as a Military Wife
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Description

What if there was a way to enjoy marriage amid the unrelenting trials of life as a military spouse?

Through multiple combat deployments, unexpected reintegration problems, frequent solo parenting, the post-traumatic effects of war, and twelve moves, Ashley realized she needed a plan to survive military life. Exhausted from living with a resentment-filled heart, she laid down her futile efforts to control this unpredictable lifestyle and decided to try something new--modeling Jesus in her marriage. Even though the demands of the military continued to increase, by daily surrendering her life to God and embracing His plans, Ashley finally learned to find purpose and contentment as a military wife.

In Mission-Ready Marriage, Ashley allows you to peer into her service-induced marriage challenges and shares the secrets that brought her healing and joy. Applying God's truths to all areas of military marriage, Ashley helps spouses, from brand new to seasoned, unearth hope in this arduous journey. To equip you fully, each chapter includes a detailed list of essential resources, next steps, prayers, and reflection questions. Most important, you'll discover Jesus in this book. Through a relationship with Him, may you find transformation in your military marriage beyond anything you can imagine.

Product Details

PublisherB&H Books
Publish DateAugust 13, 2024
Pages272
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconPaperback / softback
EAN/UPC9781430089759
Dimensions8.4 X 5.5 X 0.8 inches | 0.6 pounds

About the Author

Ashley Ashcraft is a seasoned military spouse, homeschool mom, and nationally recognized educator. She serves as the military ministry director at her church, teaches Bible studies, and writes for Military Spouse magazine. After twelve military moves, Ashley's family is currently stationed at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, where she lives with her husband, Tim, and their four sweet (and extraordinarily spirited) children.

Reviews

"Ashley Ashcraft paints a beautiful portrait of a life dedicated to the Great Commission after slipping on a wedding ring in a military chapel. Mission-Ready Marriage is a thoughtful and practical guide for any couple. It's a must-read for families of faith serving in the military."
-Jeff Struecker, Black Hawk Down veteran and Army Ranger hall of famer

"Every military spouse story is riddled with moments of reaching the end of yourself; finding your limits of strength, patience, and even willingness to (yet again) bend to the mission-first mentality of military life. When finally asking, "What did we sign up for?", Mission-Ready Marriage is the handbook for how wives can learn to view each moment as an opportunity to invite Jesus into their circumstances. Whether you are a brand new military wife wondering how to balance it all or a seasoned spouse burdened with weariness, Mission Ready Marriage points to scripture, offers relevant resources, and even shares practical tips for how God is in the business of renewing hearts, restoring marriages, and most importantly, walking with us through it all."
-Corie Weathers, LPC, Military Clinical Consultant and author of Military Culture Shift

"Mission-Ready Marriage is an invaluable guide for both new and seasoned military spouses. With heartfelt wisdom and practical advice, Ashley addresses military families' unique challenges, offering strategies for maintaining a strong and resilient marriage. Her insights are grounded in real-life experiences, making this book an essential resource for anyone navigating the demands of military life. Whether you're just starting your journey or have years of experience, Mission-Ready Marriage provides the tools and encouragement needed to build a thriving and enduring military marriage."
-Stacey Morgan, Army wife of 25 years and author of The Astronaut's Wife: How launching my spouse into outer space changed the way I live on Earth

"While navigating doubt and discouragement, Ashley arrives like a desperately needed friend, inviting raw honesty and offering hopeful wisdom. She gets it. With the perfect combination of candor and grace, Ashley openly shares the secrets and strategies you need to strengthen your marriage. Don't believe the lie that change is impossible, grab your copy of Mission-Ready Marriage and invite God to fight with you and for you for one of the most important assignments of your life: your marriage."
-Erica Wiggenhorn, National speaker and award-winning author of An Unexplainable Life: Recovering the Awe and Wonder of the Early Believers

"Ashley Ashcraft has crafted an invaluable resource for military spouses with Mission-Ready Marriage. Her insightful guidance and heartfelt wisdom resonate deeply with the unique challenges and triumphs faced by those in the military community. This book is a beacon of hope and practical support, offering a blend of spiritual encouragement and actionable advice. We highly recommend it to anyone navigating the complexities of military life and seeking to strengthen their marriage. Ashley's dedication to empowering military families shines through every page."
-Evan and Jenny Owens, Authors of Healing What's Hidden and Founders of REBOOT Recovery

"As a pastor in a military community, I witness firsthand the unique challenges military families face. Mission-Ready Marriage addresses these challenges from a biblical perspective, and its wise and experiential counsel can revolutionize the perspective of military wives. It empowers them to recognize that they are not only military wives but also individuals on mission from the greatest "Commander-in-Chief," serving their country and, most importantly, the kingdom of God. This book not only has the power to save military marriages but also to save lives and change the trajectory of military families."
-Trabelus Whitfield, Pastor, Coastal Community Church

"Serving as the pastor of Liberty Church (located in the shadow of Fort Liberty - formerly Fort Bragg) since 2007, I have witnessed the unique stress and strain that the military lifestyle can bring to marriages and families. Ashley Ashcraft understands these challenges from personal experience and in Mission Ready Marriage, provides biblical wisdom and Christ-centered counsel to navigate them successfully. With humility and candor, Ashley shares her story in such a compelling way that every military wife will be able to relate. Whatever the current status of your faith in God or the condition of your marriage, I am confident that you will find answers, encouragement, and hope within the pages of this book!"
-Andrew Taylor, Lead Pastor, Liberty Church

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