Choosing God's Best: Wisdom for Lifelong Romance
Dr. Don Raunikar
Jan 2013 · Multnomah
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Make a God Choice, Not Just a Good Choice
Many Christian singles today are in pain. Wounded from past relationships, overwhelmed at being single longer than they expected, devastated at finding themselves single again. Eighteen- to sixty-year-olds will welcome the timely, biblically based approach Dr. Raunikar offers as he encourages them along the path to Choosing God’s Best: healing from the past; learning how to avoid the pain of “counterfeit oneness” physically, emotionally, and spiritually; and much more. This attractive, repackaged edition delves into the real issues Christian singles face today and offers sound, proven advice for creating deeply satisfying godly relationships.
Who’s Your Matchmaker?
Disillusioned by dating? Tired of being let down? It may be time to visit the ultimate Matchmaker.
No matter what your age or past, it’s never too late to trust God and choose His best for your future. Dr. Don Raunikar delves into the real issues to offer proven, biblical principles for creating godly relationships and a deeply satisfying courtship. Read this book—and be ready for romance God’s way.
“Dr. Don Raunikar offers hope for the single man or woman who is disillusioned with the modern dating scene. Drawing upon time-tested biblical principles, Dr. Raunikar makes a convincing case for the benefits of a courtship based on God’s wisdom, versus a dating relationship based on man’s.”
Bill Bright
Founder, Campus Crusade for Christ International
“I feel like Choosing God’s Best was written specifically for me. Few would argue that the current system of dating isn’t in desperate need of reform. Dr. Raunikar goes even further with his radical, biblical solution to the perils and pitfalls of dating. Thanks, Dr. Raunikar, for being a radical.”
Derek Webb
Singer/songwriter
“I’m so glad to see a book addressing what I’ve called the ‘dating mess.’ Choosing God’s Best is straightforward and scriptural. I especially appreciated the explanation of the categories of dating, which are seldom understood.”
Elisabeth Elliot
Author and speaker
“I wish this book had been around when I was dating. So much pain, so many missed opportunities, and so many mistakes could have been avoided if I had used these principles.”
Steve Arterburn
Founder and chairman, New Life Ministries
Story Behind the Book
Dr. Don Raunikar was a professional therapist specializing in singles’ issues. He wrote Choosing God’s Best as a result of discovering the common frustrations and desires of his patients, combined with his own experiences before he was married. Originally published in 1998, the book continues to serve as a timeless message for singles. Still changing lives to this day, this repackaged edition will reach an even broader, untapped market with the hope of God’s truth and His promise for healthy relationships.
Many Christian singles today are in pain. Wounded from past relationships, overwhelmed at being single longer than they expected, devastated at finding themselves single again. Eighteen- to sixty-year-olds will welcome the timely, biblically based approach Dr. Raunikar offers as he encourages them along the path to Choosing God’s Best: healing from the past; learning how to avoid the pain of “counterfeit oneness” physically, emotionally, and spiritually; and much more. This attractive, repackaged edition delves into the real issues Christian singles face today and offers sound, proven advice for creating deeply satisfying godly relationships.
Who’s Your Matchmaker?
Disillusioned by dating? Tired of being let down? It may be time to visit the ultimate Matchmaker.
No matter what your age or past, it’s never too late to trust God and choose His best for your future. Dr. Don Raunikar delves into the real issues to offer proven, biblical principles for creating godly relationships and a deeply satisfying courtship. Read this book—and be ready for romance God’s way.
“Dr. Don Raunikar offers hope for the single man or woman who is disillusioned with the modern dating scene. Drawing upon time-tested biblical principles, Dr. Raunikar makes a convincing case for the benefits of a courtship based on God’s wisdom, versus a dating relationship based on man’s.”
Bill Bright
Founder, Campus Crusade for Christ International
“I feel like Choosing God’s Best was written specifically for me. Few would argue that the current system of dating isn’t in desperate need of reform. Dr. Raunikar goes even further with his radical, biblical solution to the perils and pitfalls of dating. Thanks, Dr. Raunikar, for being a radical.”
Derek Webb
Singer/songwriter
“I’m so glad to see a book addressing what I’ve called the ‘dating mess.’ Choosing God’s Best is straightforward and scriptural. I especially appreciated the explanation of the categories of dating, which are seldom understood.”
Elisabeth Elliot
Author and speaker
“I wish this book had been around when I was dating. So much pain, so many missed opportunities, and so many mistakes could have been avoided if I had used these principles.”
Steve Arterburn
Founder and chairman, New Life Ministries
Story Behind the Book
Dr. Don Raunikar was a professional therapist specializing in singles’ issues. He wrote Choosing God’s Best as a result of discovering the common frustrations and desires of his patients, combined with his own experiences before he was married. Originally published in 1998, the book continues to serve as a timeless message for singles. Still changing lives to this day, this repackaged edition will reach an even broader, untapped market with the hope of God’s truth and His promise for healthy relationships.
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Shirah Martinez
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April 7, 2016
This book is life-changing. I have read it three times and I expect to read it more and more even after I am married. Each time, God revealed something new that I did not see before and each time as I am tested in my relationships (or lack of them :) ) I find that God's faithfulness and commitment to giving me His best is worth waiting for. I highly recommend this book to any person, single or married so that God can reveal the foundation of True Marriage Covenant and be able to start the foundation, or tear down and rebuild the foundation so that we as the Body of Christ can show the power of a True Love Story written by God!
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Cesar Ruiz
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October 20, 2017
If I have ever read this book twenty years ago, I should have not fall victim with an unfaithful woman. But its not too late, for GOD is a GOD of perfect timing, not too soon nor too late. In GOD's perfect time, I will find a better one if not the best.
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John Baugh
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April 12, 2016
Choosing God's Best is an awesome book that outlines the correct way to move towards marriage the right way.
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About the author
Dr. Don Raunikar was the director of New Life Clinics in Houston, Texas, where he worked as a psychotherapist specializing in singles’ issues. He led Christian singles’ seminars nationwide and oversaw Lifehouse, a Christian home for young women experiencing crisis pregnancies. Dr. Raunikar passed away in 2004.
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