Gary Smalley (1940–2016)

Author of Redemption

240+ Works 17,923 Members 111 Reviews

About the Author

Gary Smalley, president of Today's Family in Branson, Missouri, holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and has a master's degree from Bethel Seminary. John Trent, president of Encouraging Words Ministry, holds a master's degree in New Testament Greek from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in show more marriage and family counseling from Texas State University. show less

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Series

The Restoration Series

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships video series

Safe Harbor [John-Smalley]

Works by Gary Smalley

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Redemption (2002) 1,450 copies

Remember (2003) 1,266 copies

Return (2003) 1,221 copies

The Blessing (1986) 1,209 copies

Reunion (2004) 1,135 copies

Rejoice (2004) 1,132 copies

If Only He Knew (2012) 940 copies

The Language of Love: A Powerful Way to Maximize Insight, Intimacy and Understanding (1988) 859 copies

For Better or for Best (1982) 719 copies

Making Love Last Forever (1996) 718 copies

Love Is A Decision (1989) 702 copies

The Hidden Value of a Man: The Incredible Impact of Man on His Family (1992) 541 copies

The Key to Your Child's Heart: Proven Steps That Will Help You Raise Motivated, Obedient, and Loving Children (1992) 533 copies

The Two Sides of Love (1990) 504 copies

The DNA of Relationships (2004) 443 copies

The Treasure Tree: Helping Kids Understand Their Personality (1992) 324 copies

The Gift Of The Blessing (1993) 288 copies

Hidden Keys of a Loving, Lasting Marriage (1993) 249 copies

Joy That Lasts (1986) 249 copies

I Promise: How 5 Essential Commitments Determine the Destiny of Your Marriage (2006) 206 copies

The blessing of honor (1987) 176 copies

A Time to Mend (2007) 155 copies

The Dance (2013) 143 copies

Bound by Honor (1998) 132 copies

Leaving the Light On (1994) 131 copies

Secrets to Lasting Love: Uncovering the Keys to Life-Long Intimacy (2000) 117 copies

Winning Your Wife Back Before It's Too Late (1996) 115 copies

Food and Love (2001) 110 copies

The Joy of Committed Love (1984) 108 copies

Winning Your Husband Back Before It's Too Late: Whether He's Left Physically or Emotionally, All That Matters Is... (1999) 97 copies

Men's Relational Toolbox (2003) 96 copies

Home Remedies (1991) 96 copies

Change Your Heart, Change Your Life: How Changing What You Believe Will Give You the Great Life You've Always Wanted (2008) 93 copies

A Time to Gather (2008) 86 copies

The Promise: A Novel (The Restoration Series) (Volume 2) (2013) 86 copies

From Anger to Intimacy: How Forgiveness Can Transform Your Marriage (1830) 72 copies

How to Become Your Husband's Best Friend (1985) 72 copies

The Desire (2014) 71 copies

Loving Each Other For Better and For Best (1984) 67 copies

The Language of Sex: Experiencing the Beauty of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage (2008) 65 copies

The Legacy: A Novel (The Restoration Series) (Volume 4) (1656) 61 copies

The Blessing Workbook: Your 5-Step, Interactive Plan for Finding and Sharing Genuine Acceptance (1993) 60 copies

The Gift of the Blessing, the Gift of Honor: The Gift of Honor (1998) 52 copies

It Takes Two to Tango (1998) 44 copies

The Keys to Growing in Love: The Language of Love, Love Is a Decision, the Two Sides of Love (1996) 44 copies

Great Parents, Lousy Lovers: Discover How to Enjoy Life with Your Spouse While Raising Your Kids (2010) 44 copies

The Complete Redemption Series 5-Book Set (1960) 42 copies

Your Relationship with God (2006) 41 copies

Forever Love: 119 Ways to Keep Your Love Alive (1996) 39 copies

Making Love Last Forever Workbook (2001) 32 copies

Guarding Your Child's Heart: Establish Your Child's Faith Through Scripture Memory and Meditation (2010) 31 copies

"Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships" (1988) 30 copies

As Long as We Both Shall Live: Experiencing the Marriage You've Always Wanted (2009) 30 copies

The Heart of Remarriage (2010) 29 copies

The Surprising Marriage (Focus on the Family Marriage Series) (2003) — Foreword — 25 copies

Smalley 3-in-1: Making Love Last Forever, The Key To Your Child's Heart, Love is a Decision (2001) 21 copies

I Promise You Forever: Five Promises to Create the Marriage of Your Dreams (2007) 19 copies

Giving the Blessing (Blessing Meditations) (1993) 18 copies

Connecting with Your Husband (Life Lines) (2003) 17 copies

Celebrate the Family (1999) 16 copies

Decide to Love/Students Manual (1985) 16 copies

One Flame (Smalley Franchise Products) (2002) 16 copies

A Dad's Blessing (The Blessing Meditations) (1994) 14 copies

4 Days to a Forever Marriage (2011) 14 copies

In Search of the Blessing (The Blessing Meditations Series) (1993) 13 copies

HIDDEN KEYS TO LOVING RELATIONSHIPS Seminar Suppliment (1988) 11 copies

The engaged couples' roadmap a premarital map to your future together 10 copies

A Love That Lasts Forever (2000) 10 copies

The Language of Love & the Two Sides of Love (Exclusive 2-in-1 Edition) (1991) 9 copies

Building Your Childs Self-Esteem (1991) 9 copies

As Long As We Both Shall Live Study Guide: Experiencing the Marriage You've Always Wanted (2009) 8 copies

Secrets to Lasting Love - Journey to a Deeper Relationship - Study Guide (1999) 8 copies

Let's Do Family Together: 7 Keys for Generations of Love and Honor (2015) 7 copies

The Amazing Connection Between Food and Love (2001) 7 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 6 (1993) 7 copies

From Anger to Intimacy Study Guide: How Forgiveness can Transform Your Marriage (2009) 7 copies

Food and Love Cookbook (Smalley Franchise Products) (2002) 6 copies

Loving, Lasting Relationships - DVD Session 5 6 copies

The Legacy of the Blessing: A Mother's Devotional (The Blessing Meditations Series) (1994) 6 copies

Que Bom Se Ele Soubesse! 6 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 3 6 copies

The Language of Sex Study Guide: Experiencing the Beauty of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage (2008) 6 copies

Solving the Real Love in the Real World Puzzle Study Guide (2003) 5 copies

SMALLEY RELATIONSHIP CENTER PRESENTS THE DNA OF RELATIONSHIPS: SMALL GROUP SERIES (2004) 5 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 2 5 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 5 5 copies

The Key to Your Childs Heart by Smalley, Dr. Gary [Tomas Nelson,2003] (Paperback) 4 copies

El Gozo Del Amor Comprometido: Tomo 2 (1992) 4 copies

Homes of honor relationship series (1997) 4 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 9 4 copies

Llave Al Corazón De Tu Hijo, La (1992) 4 copies

The Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships 1 4 copies

Hidden keys to loving relationships: Keys seven through thirteen (Gary Smalley series) 4 copies

Keys to Loving Relationships Study Guide (1999) 4 copies

The DNA of Relationships: DVD (2005) 4 copies

Solving the Real Love in the Real World Puzzle (2003) 3 copies

The Purpose driven life 3 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 10 3 copies

The Language of Sex (2008) 3 copies

Entenda Melhor O Seu Temperamento (Em Portuguese do Brasil) 3 copies

Keys to Loving Relationships 3 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 4 3 copies

Homes of Honor Parenting Manual (1993) 3 copies

Homes of Honor Parenting Series by Dr. Gary Smalley (1999) 3 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 11 3 copies

The Treasure Tree - Helping Kids Get Along and Enjoy Each Other (1992) 3 copies

Ela Precisa Saber! O Que Todo Homem Gostaria Que Sua Esposa Soubesse 2 copies

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships Recognizing and Transforming Unhealthy Relationships Video 8 2 copies

Return, Reunion and Rejoice (2004) 2 copies

I Promise with Dr. Gary Smalley (6 Video Lessons for Small Groups) How 5 Commitments Determine the Destiny of Your… (2006) 2 copies

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships the Gary Smalley Series VHS Tapes 1-12 (THESE ARE VHS TAPES VIDEO) (1993) 2 copies

Crazy in Love (1995) 2 copies

Always (Focus on the Family Soundwritings) (1999) 2 copies

Language of Love 說出心中的情話 2 copies

Homes of Honor - Relationship Series Workbook (Today's Family Presents.....) (1996) 2 copies

40 days of Love 2 copies

Linguagem do Sexo, A (2011) 2 copies

Love Is a Decision Proven Principles to Energize Your Marriage & Family 6 Sessions on 2 Video Tapes. (2 Vhs) (1991) 2 copies

Formemos la familia : 7 claves para generaciones llenas de amor y honra (2015) 2 copies

Der Schlüssel zum Herzen unseres Kindes (1994) 2 copies

Homes of Honor 2 copies

Eu Prometo (Em Portugues do Brasil) (2007) 2 copies

Life Management 2 copies

HIDDEN KEYS TO SUCCESSFUL PARENTING Seminar Supplement (1988) 2 copies

DISCOVERING THE VALUE OF YOUR PERSONALITY (1988) 2 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 12 2 copies

Husbands and Wives: Unlocking the Gateway to Intimacy 2 copies

Para que el amor no se apague (1996) 2 copies

Si seulement il savait ! (2002) 2 copies

How to become best friends with your mate and family and how to become free from the negative emotions of anger, hurt… 2 copies

Money Matters for Parents and their Kids 2 copies

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 7 2 copies

Making Love Last Forever PAL Leader Kit (1996) 2 copies

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships Reducing and Overcoming Conflicts Video 13 1 copy

'n Nuwe hart, 'n nuwe lewe 1 copy

Hidden keys to loving relationships #18 1 copy

Love Is A Decision - A Video Curriculum (1991) 1 copy

Hidden keys to loving relationships: Keys one through six 1 copy

Little House on the Freeway 1 copy

Winning your wife back: before it's too late 1 copy

A dádiva da benção na família 1 copy

Recognize and Value Your Mate's Differences (#3) VHS 1 copy

如何抓住你妻子的心? = If only he knew (1985) 1 copy

愛的語言：說出心中的情畫 (簡體) = The language of love (2001) 1 copy

100 Ways to Say I Love You (1993) 1 copy

Cesta k srdci dítěte (1999) 1 copy

Láska, která vytrvá : jak budovat pevný manželský vztah (2003) 1 copy

Kdyby jen muž věděl-, -co žena prožívá (2001) 1 copy

Keys to Loving Relationships Vol 1 VHS (1998) 1 copy

El Gozo Del Amor Comprometido: Tomo 1 (1992) 1 copy

Homes of Honor Small Group Program with Dr. Gary Smalley (Relationship Series, II) (1997) 1 copy

Developing Loving and Lasting Relationships (workbook) 1 copy

The Language of Love; How to quickly Communicate Your Feelings and Needs 1 copy

Using effective communication to move into the deepest levels of intimacy Video #8 1 copy

The communication method that increases intimacy and understanding #4 Video 1 copy

Honor Thy Children 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 15 1 copy

For Better or for Best: A Valuable Guide to Knowing, Understanding, and Loving your Husband (2012) 1 copy

I Promise: How 5 Commitments Determine the Destiny of Your Marriage 1 copy

I Promise How 5 Commitments Determine the Destiny of Your Marriage Small Group Study Guide by Dr. Gary Smalley… (1624) 1 copy

Marriage: The Art Of Communication 1 copy

Love Languages 1 copy

Recupere A Su Esposo Antes Que Lo Pierda (2000) 1 copy

Na dobre i na lepsze 1 copy

Homes of honor [VHS videorecording] : relationship series 1 copy

Key to The Human Heart AUDIO 1 copy

The Incredible Worth of a Man 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships Video Series Tape 14 1 copy

Raising the Standard in Our Marriages (PK '95-VHS) 1 copy

The single most important ingredient in building a loving relationship #1 Video 1 copy

Cum sa-ti Intelegi Sotul 1 copy

QUE BOM SE ELE SOUBESSE! Aos Maridos: uma Orientação Valiosa para Conhecer, Compreender, e Amar sua Esposa. 1 copy

QUE BOM SE ELE SOUBESSE 1 copy

O AMOR QUE PERMANECE PARA SEMPRE 1 copy

ela precisa saber 1 copy

Recognizing and transforming unhealthy relationships #7 Video 1 copy

HIDDEN KEYS TO LOVING RELATIONSHIPS: THE GARY SMALLEY SERIES 1 copy

Healthy Weight Loss 1 copy

Keys to reducing and overcoming conflicts #12 Video 1 copy

Learning to Communicate (Focus on the Family) 1 copy

How to Become Your Husbands Best Friend 1 copy

Le don de l'honneur 1 copy

Freedom Begins Here - Small Group DVD kit 1 copy

For Better Or For Worst 1 copy

Essentials of Marriage: Higher Love 1 copy

Untying the Knots of Anger 1 copy

Moments of Blessing (Itty Bitty Books) (1993) 1 copy

The DNA of Relationships (Small Group) 1 copy

Are You A Lion Or An Otter? 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships (vol 9) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships (vol 8) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships (vol 7) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships (vol 5) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships (vol 4) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships (vol 2) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships No. 1 1 copy

Solving the Real Love in the Real World Booklet and Double DVD Complete Set (2006) 1 copy

The Masculine Mystique 1 copy

I Think You're Great 1 copy

Developing Loving and Lasting Relationships 1 copy

Food and Love (audio CD) (2001) 1 copy

What Each Spouse Needs 1 copy

Homes of Honor (Parenting Series) Small Group Kit (DVD included) 1 copy

I Promise: How 5 Commitments Determine the Destiny of Your Marriage by Smalley, Dr. Gary (DVD) (2006) 1 copy

Strengthening Your Marriage Partnership (1990) 1 copy

Fazendo o Amor Durar Para sempre 1 copy

Freedom Begins Here Church Tool Kit (Includes 3 DVDs, 2 CDs and 2 Books) (2008) 1 copy

GOZO QUE PERDURA (ESTANTE 16) (1990) 1 copy

Homes of Honor: Hidden keys to successful parenting 1 copy

Hidden key to loving relationships [videorecording] 1 copy

Dad and His Boots 1 copy

Two Swords Of Power 1 copy

La llave al corazon de tu hijo (2011) 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships - The Gary Smalley Series - Tape 8 (1993) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships, The Garry Smalley Seminar [2 VHS & Book Set] (1988) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships, Vol. 16: The Gary Smalley Series 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships, Vol. 15: The Gary Smalley Series 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships, Vol. 18: The Gary Smalley Series (1994) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships Tape 17 (1994) 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships - The Gary Smalley Series - Volume 14 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships ~ The Gary Smalley Series ~ Video 13 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships - The Gary Smalley Series - Tape 12 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships, Vol. 11: The Gary Smalley Series 1 copy

The Gary Smalley Series ~ Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships ~ Volume 10 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Loving Relationships - Tape 9 (1994) 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships - The Gary Smalley Series - Tape 7 (1993) 1 copy

God's Answers to Life's difficult Questions 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships - The Gary Smalley Series - Volume 5 (1993) 1 copy

Hidden Keys To Loving Relationships - The Gary Smalley Series - Volume 4 (1993) 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Successful Parenting 1 copy

Lo Prometo (2007) 1 copy

Marriage for a Lifetime Seminar 1 copy

Homes of Honor: A Follow-up Plan for Encouraging, Supporting, and Strengthening All Your Relationships (Resource Kit) 1 copy

Don't date naked 1 copy

Gift Of The Blessing - The Gift Of Honor (1993) 1 copy

Homes of Honor PT. II: Relationship Series II Manual (1997) 1 copy

Love is a Decision Seminar, Keys to Strengthening Your Relationships 1 copy

Hidden Keys to Successful Parenting (Discover Your Child's Strengths and Weaknesses) [4 Audio Cassettes] (1988) 1 copy

祝福：和諧人生的祕訣 1 copy

Keys To Loving Relationships (Sessions 1-3) 1 copy

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Associated Works

Chicken Soup for the Christian Soul (1997) — Contributor, some editions — 1,327 copies

Seven Promises of a Promise Keeper (1994) — Contributor — 1,103 copies

The Masterpiece Marriage (Focus on the Family Marriage Series) (2003) — Foreword — 33 copies

The Model Marriage (Focus on the Family Marriage Series) (2003) — Foreword — 21 copies

Guideposts Condensed Books: The Discerning Heart/The Gift of the Blessing/The Day Christ Died/A Step Farther and Higher (1994) 2 copies

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Common Knowledge

Legal name: Smalley, Gary
Other names: 史葛利
 蓋瑞.史邁勒
 史曼萊
 史蓋瑞
Birthdate: 1940-09-16
Date of death: 2016-03-06
Gender: male
Nationality: USA
Birthplace: Boise, Idaho, USA
Place of death: Branson, Missiouri, USA
Occupations: Speaker
Relationships: Smalley, Michael (son)
Smalley, Greg (son)

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Children's Chapter Book + Talking Lion/Animals + magic tree/house in Name that Book (April 2011)

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Love Is A Decision - 13 Proven Principles to… by Gary Smalley

With inspiring real-life stories, the authors show how love is a decision that begins with honour, the foundation of all healthy relationships.

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The Language of Love - A Powerful Way to Maximise… by Gary Smalley

This book explores "emotional word pictures", a method that helps to bridge communication gaps.

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The Two Sides of Love: Using Personality Strengths… by Gary Smalley

Depending on our basic personality type, we all tend to be either too hard or too soft in our relationships with those we love the most. The Two Sides of Love will change that! Best-selling authors and family experts Gary Smalley and John Trent explain how to find a healthy balance between the protective, consistent “hardside” love and the tender, understanding “softside” love. By examining the four basic personality types, you'll learn how to best demonstrate both sides of love in all your relationships-with your spouse, children, friends . . . anyone-and experience wholehearted love… (more)

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The language of love : a powerful way to maximize… by Gary Smalley

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