Getting married is easy, but maintaining the divinely designed relationship of marriage requires a workmanlike commitment to God and to each other.

That’s the premise behind “Marriage That Works Is Work” by Baptist Courier editor Rudy Gray, which has been reprinted on the 10th anniversary of the book’s initial publication.

Intended to help couples in the strategies of developing a strong, healthy and fulfilling marriage, “Marriage That Works Is Work” (Courier Publishing, $9.95) is a concise guide filled with important biblical principles and useful, real-world advice.

Gray, in addition to serving as a pastor for 37 years, is a national certified counselor with nearly three decades of experience leading marriage retreats with his wife, Anne.

In his book, the author introduces such topics as growing in intimacy, communicating effectively, and understanding personality, birth order and gender differences, and other subjects important to understanding the relationship between husband and wife.

To purchase “Marriage That Works Is Work,” visit CourierPublishing.com. To talk with Gray about leading a marriage retreat for a church or group, contact him at rgray@baptistcourier.com or 864-232-8736.