In their most popular book, bestselling authors Eric and Leslie Ludy challenge singles to take a fresh approach to relationships in a culture where love has been replaced by cheap sensual passion. When God Writes Your Love Story shows that God's way to true love brings fulfillment and romance in its purest, richest, and most satisfying form. This new edition includes an extra chapter from Leslie Ludy about the surprises of life after marriage

I had dreamed of a perfect love story for my entire life. But somewhere in the midst of the endless cycle of temporary romances, my dreams had shattered. How can I find a love worth waiting for?

Lay the foundation now--whether you've met your future spouse or not--for a lifelong romance. Bestselling authors Eric and Leslie Ludy invite you to discover how beautiful your love story can be when the Author of romance scripts every detail.

Story Behind the Book

Eric and Leslie Ludy want to offer an exciting vision of hope, proving that the Author of romance is alive and well and that true and lasting love can become a reality. Using the four secrets to an amazing love story, Eric and Leslie present a Christ-centered approach to building a relationship that will stand the test of time.

What does Eric Ludy have to say about relationships that he hasn't already shared? After twenty years of traveling the globe speaking on the topic of relationships, and after a dozen books penned to address this particular theme, Eric told Leslie several years ago that he was done writing on the topic. And yet, after being approached by a movie producer in early 2012 with heartfelt pleas to come out of romance writing retirement for one last hurrah, Eric for some reason agreed. In a seven-day stretch in the late months of that spring, this book was written. Though penned in a single week, the message within this book was forged over two decades and was born in the fires of prayerful application. Each of these forty chapters is likely the equivalent of a hundred conversations with wrestling souls and a hundred hours of meditating upon the truth of the Scriptures. According to Eric, this is the book that blows all his other relationship books out of the water (though they are all good and you are encouraged to read them). He also states that if he could pick one of his books on relationships to give to his own kids, this would be the one. This book is suitable for any age.

Eric and Leslie Ludy have a strong platform among 20-to-40-year-olds--because their lives show that Christian ideals, when practically lived out, become realities that make the lives of Christians the most satisfying and challenging on earth.

In Wrestling Prayer, readers who hunger for this pattern of living will see that a great prayer life is more than a nice-sounding concept--it's down-to-earth and attainable. Eric and Leslie urge transformation--

• from doubting God's power to expecting His supernatural intervention
• from distance from God to connection with Him
• from the sense of falling short to the strength of victory
• from bless this food prayers to world-changing intercession
• from feeling defeated to setting people free

Readers whose concept of prayer has fallen into disrepair will newly desire to pray and bring God's purposes to bear on earth. Wrestling Prayer will light a soul-fire that can burn bright and hot for years to come.

This daringly real, intensely moving love story gives vision and hope to everyone in search of a love worth waiting for. In their bestseller When God Writes Your Love Story, Eric and Leslie Ludy described the breathtaking perfection of God's plans for each young person and offered fresh guidelines for being Christlike in relationships with the opposite sex. When Dreams Come True shares the Ludys' personal story, illustrating how they lived out the principles of the first book in their own romance and marriage. Includes an all-new chapter from Eric Ludy, What Happened Next?

I had a God who knew my every desire. He also knew how I would fall. And yet He was waiting on the other side of my failure and my shattered dreams with some dreams of His own...

Here's hope for anyone in search of a love worth waiting for.

From the bestselling authors of When God Writes Your Love Story comes this daringly real, true-life account of Eric and Leslie Ludy's own journey through the struggles and triumphs of a God-written romance.

Story Behind the Book

Eric and Leslie Ludy know that most young people today have never seen a successful, Christ-centered relationship modeled, and believe that happily ever after is a thing of the past. The Ludy's wrote When Dreams Come True to offer their own example of a God-written love story, providing the vision for that something better that so many young people have never seen.

It's truly amazing the power that dead men can have upon our lives. A lot of people ask me what the prime influences on my spiritual walk have been. For years I have spoken about the impact of my own father and father-in-law in my soul development. But that isn't the answer most people are looking for. They want to know who those people were, outside of my immediate family, who took the chisel to my soul and shaped me. You know, the dead guys, who though they no longer walk this earth still have something to say about what it means to follow Jesus. I was primarily discipled by dead guys. And this little book is tribute to those mighty men of faith who set a pattern for me to follow. I hope and pray that this book introduces you to men trustworthy of your admiration.-Eric Ludy

If it is true that we are the Body of Christ, then our hands should be doing what His would do if He were on earth. Our feet should be walking into the places His would have taken Him if He were still walking this globe. Our eyes should be seeing what His would be seeing, our ears hearing the same Spirit He heeded, and our hearts beating with the same anguish that burdened His Almighty heart. As the Body of Christ, we are to behave on this earth as He did when He strode upon it. We should gravitate towards the weak ones just as He was magnetically inclined towards their needs. Just as He lived as a Savior, a Rescuer, and a Deliverer, so we live as little christs-little saviors, little rescuers, and little deliverers. We are not God, but we are enabled by the grace of God to live just as He did. And He was a hero.All God's giants have been weak men, who did great things for God because they believed that God would be with them. - Hudson Taylor

In a culture that exalts the caveman-like qualities of masculinity, most women have stopped expecting anything more. Young men are taught to view women as slaves to their self-centered desires. More than ever, men need to know that they can rise above this sad mediocrity. They desperately need someone to recognize their potential for blending courage and kindness, strength and spiritual sensitivity. With its riveting vision of Christ-centered manhood, God's Gift to Women shows young men how to become the heroic, selfless knight that every woman dreams about.

Buried Inside Every Young Man Is the Potential to Change the World

Deep within the rugged soul of every young man, there is a warrior in search of his sword and a poet in search of his pen. But heroic, prince-like masculinity is something most women only dream of in today's perverse and self-serving world.

With contagious passion and boldness, Eric Ludy challenges you to forsake modern male mediocrity for Christ-built, warrior-poet manhood--manhood that will capture the heart of a woman and change the course of history.

There are countless little Dubs out there in this great big wide world who are simply needing a momma and a daddy to step forward and start loving them. Sure, all these little Dubs come prepackaged with their eccentricities, their funny quirks, their mischievous grins, and their rascally tendencies - but they also come as living lessons of the heartbeat of Father God. Would you consider loving a Dub all your own? There is simply nothing quite like it.

This personal vignette of the Ludys marriage, originally written as a gift for Leslie in celebration of their twentieth anniversary anniversary, reveals the beauty that difficulty brings to marriage ... when Christ is at the center. Now approaching their 25th year of marriage, Eric and Leslie desire to share one of the greatest and most profound secrets of their marriage to share the message of God's faithfulness in Barracks 28. Available forpurchase for a limited time through August 23rd.Eric Says...For many, a great love story would be described as a peaceful hermit's cottage hidden in the vale of ease and comfort, and wholly untouched by the struggles and battles of this life. And whereas, I agree, that such a love story would be outwardly appealing, it would be missing something. It would be missing the one necessary ingredient that makes love stories grand.Difficulty.You see, difficulty is not the damper to beauty, but the catalyst to it. Leslie and I do not live in a peaceful hermit's cottage. But that isn't to say our life isn't marked by an extraordinary peace. We don't live hidden in the vale of ease and comfort. But that isn't to say that our life isn't marked by the most divine heavenly comfort. And, no, we do not have a marriage untouched by the struggles and battles of this life. And yet, I wouldn't trade places with any other man in all of world history. I don't want a cozy romantic hideaway. I want Barracks 28.

Perhaps like never before, gain a sneak peek behind the life of Eric Ludy in this collection of twenty confessions.Tracing his life through several hilarious stories from his high school and college years, Eric leads you to the victory, triumph, and sufficiency of Jesus Christ through the retelling of the evolution of the pterodactyl. Far more than a book on evolution or dinosaurs, Eric exposes some simple truths that have the potential to radically change your life.The Evolution of the Pterodactyl is a creative picture of the power of the Gospel-hidden within this laugh-out-loud book is a startlingly clear portrayal of the redemptive power of Jesus Christ. If you've ever desired to witness a real-life pterodactyl, here is your golden opportunity.

But did the clouds rain fire, and the earth open beneath me, I would not stir; for I know Who planted me here; and as long as He wills me to stand, neither men nor devils can move me hence - William Wallace In 1296, the nobles of Scotland, together with their weak King Baliol, placed Scotland under the tyrannical rule of King Edward I of England. This led to a fierce struggle for Scottish independence (1296-1305)-led by the brave valor and heroic feats of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. Originally written in 1810, during the romantic era, The Scottish Chiefs has been considered one of the greatest historical novels ever written and still remains a popular book amongst Scottish children.

Eric Ludy calls believers to put a stop to an alarming trend in today's church. Contemporary culture has accused Christians of being politically incorrect, unloving, and narrow-minded in their devotion to God and His Word. And the church has unwittingly played right along:

• It has grown to have more in common with the world than with Christ
• It seems more concerned about pleasing men than God
• It sets aside the pursuit of eternal truth for the pursuit of temporal pleasures

How serious is the problem, and what are the solutions? What does a bravehearted kind of Christianity look like?

Eric presents the Christianity of the Bible as the most explosive, most vibrant, most extraordinary force on Earth--a force meant to bring glory to the Most High God and turn people's hearts in His direction. After reading The Bravehearted Gospel, no Christian will ever want to go back to Christianity as usual!

I mean really?Who picks up a book with a big pair of pants on the front of it and seriously considers reading it? Hmmm. Was it the title that intrigued you? (If so, why would a title about pants intrigue you?) Was it the word cult leader that drew you in? (If so, I'm not exactly sure that you are proving the healthiest person. Is it sheer fascination that is drawing you in?) Fascination is not always the best reason to spend an hour reading a book, because fascination itself is not always a good thing (just think toddler and light socket). But I must admit, you are holding a really good book in your hand right now. That said, I'm still not sure your motives for reading it are all that sound. Personally, I think you need a better reason than big pants, the term cult leader, and sheer fascination in order to read this book. So, how about I go around the Ellerslie office and have a few people comment on why you should read this book. That way, you can read it in good conscience, knowing that a lot of really trustworthy people consider it a valuable use of your time. Sound fair?WHY YOU SHOULD READ ITIf you like the Eric Ludy brand of humor (which, I personally do), then you will spend an hour laughing out loud while reading this short book. Remember, according to Proverbs 17:22, a joyful heart is good medicine. This book will certainly be good medicine for those that read it.Sandi McConnaughey, Dean of Women, Ellerslie Discipleship Training Could I get a pair of pants like that? Hey Pharisees Don't forget Nathan Johnson next time you ship out some denim Nathan Johnson, Pastor of Discipleship, Ellerslie Discipleship Training Any book that can make huge pants somehow seem like a treasure deserves an hour of your time. So, go for it. Read it Dan McConnaughey, Pastor of Biblical Studies, Ellerslie Discipleship Training The fact that I could read this book and actually enjoy it shows me that this is a pretty special book. I've hated these pants for far too long. I've decided to join with Eric and start celebrating all this unwarranted denim Leslie Ludy, Wife of the author

Too many of us have settled for a predictable, mediocre existence when deep down we long to live a life that really counts. In their new book, bestselling authors Eric and Leslie Ludy reveal that the life God has called us to is beyond anything we have dreamed or imagined. This grand adventure can turn ordinary men and women into heroes for Truth--agents in the service of the Most High God. This adventure transforms the impossible challenges of life into amazing opportunities to see the power of God at work. If you are willing to explore the boundless depths of a God-scripted life, this book can help you to embark on a new and magnificent voyage of discovery. Get ready to discover how breathtaking the adventure can be when God writes your life story. Discover the Adventure of a Lifetime

As little kids, we dream big dreams for our lives. We want to become CIA operatives, Jedi masters, samurai warriors, or super heroes who save the world from evil villains. We want to be someone who makes a difference--someone who puts a dent into this life before we leave it. But as we grow up, it's all too easy to lose sight of our big dreams and settle for a predictable, mediocre existence.

If you are longing to live a life that counts, this book is for you. When God Writes Your Life Story isn't just a book about finding your purpose; it's about the life-altering effect that God--the Author of adventure--can have upon your purpose. If you want to experience the most thrilling, satisfying, and world-altering existence possible, then get ready to discover how breathtaking the adventure can be...when God writes your life story.

Story Behind the Book

Eric and Leslie believe that God is in the business of writing amazing scripts for our lives. Not Hollywood scripts, but heavenly scripts that showcase His awe-inspiring faithfulness and love. This powerful book takes readers on a personal journey to discover their true purpose, proving that when we entrust the pen to the Author of Adventure, the result is a life story more fulfilling than anything we have ever dreamed.

Most married couples look back on their first few months of marriage as a roller-coaster time of surprises, awakenings, and lots of ups and downs. But Eric and Leslie Ludy, bestselling authors of When God Writes Your Love Story, show couples in this practical, inspirational book how to transform the whirlwind of the first days of marriage into a sure foundation that will support them for a lifetime.

The Ludys teach men and women readers how to use those crucial first 90 days to develop all the necessary habits for a happy, satisfying marriage-habits of kindness, forgiveness, fun, warmth, reconciliation, and patience.

Filled with down-to-earth advice and questions for reflection, The First 90 Days of Marriage is destined to become a classic for newlyweds and engaged couples. And even if your marriage is well past those first 90 days, it's never to late to put these principles to work. You'll love the results.

It's high time for the dunces, doofs, dodos, dumbbells, dumdums, and dolts for Jesus Christ to return to the stage of time. Christianity comes in two distinct packages. There is the sort of Christian who fits in with society, never offends anyone, and remains quiet in those moments when speaking up would be tantamount to reputational suicide. Then there is the other sort-the dunce-ish, doofish, dodo- ish, dumbellish, dum-dumish, doltish sort of Christian, who, even if they tried, can't seem to ever fit in. This second kind of Christian exudes the fragrance of heaven and offends people who prefer the aroma of worldly things. They just can't remain silent, even though being fools for Christ may cost them their very lives.The first sort of Christian is common in this earth. The second is quite rare. The first is powerless to change the world for Christ. The second is the chosen tool of Jesus Christ to alter the course of history. At Ellerslie, it is our goal to train the second sort of Christian-men and women fearless to stand upon the timeless Word of God and lovingly and courageously live it out in their lives. It is our great passion to equip our students to be bold confessors, willing to joyfully bear the stigma of Christ, be deemed the fool, and share in the fellowship of His sufferings, in order that the Lamb that was slain may, in fact, receive the reward of His sufferings. Christian, there is a dunce cap with your name on it. Would you be so kind as to be a true Christian and boldly stick it on your head?