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Gary Thomas | Closer to Christ, Closer to Others

Making Your Marriage a Fortress
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Gary offers two blogs: one to nourish your soul & the other to enhance your marriage.

Closer to Christ

Embrace the unique way that you interact with God and enjoy God with a new sense of freedom and delight.

Closer to Others

This blog will help you experience spiritual growth in your marriage and relationships.

When to Walk Away Leave the toxicity behind instead of the marriage. Learn More SIX SESSION VIDEO BIBLE STUDY: WHEN TO WALK AWAY Sacred Marriage Discover a Deeper Intimacy with God Through Your Marriage SIX SESSION VIDEO BIBLE STUDY Learn More Cherish can reverse old patterns of “going through the motions” and bring hope and life into every marriage. SIX SESSION VIDEO BIBLE STUDY: CHERISH Learn More —noticing, appreciating, honoring, and encouraging one another— The simple practice of cherishing

Sacred Marriage

“A classic! Sacred Marriage lifts the first institution God created back to its noble stature. Every person contemplating marriage and every married couple should read this book."

Dr Dennis Rainey
President of Family Life

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2020-04-27T17:47:15-05:00

Dr Dennis Rainey
President of Family Life

“A classic! Sacred Marriage lifts the first institution God created back to its noble stature. Every person contemplating marriage and every married couple should read this book."

Cherish

"Two words come to mind every time I pick up a book by Gary Thomas: Profound. Practical. I often cover relationships on my radio show, and I can say that nobody articulates God’s deepest desire for our relationships quite like Gary Thomas. He’s both convicting and encouraging, challenging and empowering. If your marriage feels dull and lackluster, read thoughtfully and prayerfully through Gary’s new book, Cherish. I believe you’re only pages away from a new day and a new way of relating to your spouse."

Susie Larson
Talk Radio Host, National Speaker, Author of Your Powerful Prayers

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2020-04-27T17:45:49-05:00

Susie Larson
Talk Radio Host, National Speaker, Author of Your Powerful Prayers

"Two words come to mind every time I pick up a book by Gary Thomas: Profound. Practical. I often cover relationships on my radio show, and I can say that nobody articulates God’s deepest desire for our relationships quite like Gary Thomas. He’s both convicting and encouraging, challenging and empowering. If your marriage feels dull and lackluster, read thoughtfully and prayerfully through Gary’s new book, Cherish. I believe you’re only pages away from a new day and a new way of relating to your spouse."
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Gary Thomas is a bestselling author and international speaker whose ministry brings people closer to Christ and closer to others. He unites the study of Scripture, church history, and the Christian classics to foster spiritual growth and deeper relationships within the Christian community.

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Do you ever feel let down in your daily experience as a Christian, like your faith isn’t as satisfying as you had hoped? @GaryLThomas says this often comes from believing lies you don’t even realize you’ve embraced, and today he unpacks those lies.

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When I talk about cherishing your spouse, I realize I’m asking you to cherish an imperfect spouse. James 3:2 reminds us that we ALL stumble in MANY ways. I have a chapter on this in my book Cherish. A reader, Charlotte Hillman, emailed me about an acronym she’s created with her

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Ecclesiastes 2
In week of the Trinity series at Cherry Hills Community Church, Pastor Gary Thomas reflects on the central role of Jesus Christ in the Christian faith and what it means to truly know and follow Him. He emphasizes Jesus as the foundation of hope, faith, and spiritual life, encouraging listeners to move beyond surface-level belief into genuine trust and devotion. Through personal experiences and biblical teaching, the message highlights the power of Christ to bring peace, purpose, and transformation. The sermon reminds the congregation that faith in Jesus shapes every aspect of life, from everyday struggles to eternal destiny. Ultimately, it calls people to respond in worship and commitment, embracing Jesus as the guiding center of their lives.
At Cherry Hills Community Church, Pastor Gary Thomas shared from his new book The Life You Were Reborn to Live. Pastor Gary invited listeners to rediscover the purpose of spiritual rebirth — not simply to be saved, but to live transformed lives that advance God’s kingdom. With warmth and conviction, Pastor Gary encouraged the congregation to stay faithful in seasons of hardship and to see every calling as an opportunity to serve Christ. The message challenged believers to let go of self-centered faith and embrace the joy of a life fully surrendered to God’s purposes. It was a heartfelt reminder that in Christ, we are reborn not just to believe, but to truly live the life we were created for.
At Cherry Hills Community Church, Pastor Gary Thomas shared from his new book The Life You Were Reborn to Live. Pastor Gary invited listeners to rediscover the purpose of spiritual rebirth — not simply to be saved, but to live transformed lives that advance God’s kingdom. With warmth and conviction, Pastor Gary encouraged the congregation to stay faithful in seasons of hardship and to see every calling as an opportunity to serve Christ. The message challenged believers to let go of self-centered faith and embrace the joy of a life fully surrendered to God’s purposes. It was a heartfelt reminder that in Christ, we are reborn not just to believe, but to truly live the life we were created for. https://garythomasbooks.substack.com/p/the-life-you-were-reborn-to-live-3f9
In the last week of the Wisdom for Dummies series at Cherry Hills Community Church, I focused on the value of self-control as a key part of living wisely. The message highlighted how self-control helps us make thoughtful decisions, resist impulsive behavior, and stay grounded in our faith. Drawing from biblical principles, I emphasized that self-control isn’t about willpower alone, but about allowing God to shape our character through discipline and trust in Him. Practical examples encouraged listeners to reflect on areas of life—like speech, emotions, or habits—where more intentional restraint could lead to greater peace and purpose.
In the last week of the Wisdom for Dummies series at Cherry Hills Community Church, I focused on the value of self-control as a key part of living wisely. The message highlighted how self-control helps us make thoughtful decisions, resist impulsive behavior, and stay grounded in our faith. Drawing from biblical principles, I emphasized that self-control isn’t about willpower alone, but about allowing God to shape our character through discipline and trust in Him. Practical examples encouraged listeners to reflect on areas of life—like speech, emotions, or habits—where more intentional restraint could lead to greater peace and purpose. https://garythomasbooks.substack.com/p/how-to-have-self-control
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Colossians 2
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