We Are Engaged!

Praise for this book

“In his book, We Are Engaged!, Craig Parrott does a masterful job of using the image of our earthly engagement and preparations for marriage as a framework for our life with Christ both now and in eternity. This book is for anyone who has tried to find fulfillment in the myriad options the world offers only to be left wanting. And for those who are followers of Jesus, it will help refocus their life as a disciple. This book is a breath of fresh air filled with the peace, encouragement, and hope we have in Christ!”

Bobby Walston, Pastor, Trinity Lutheran Church, Franktown, Colorado

“We Are Engaged! gave me an effective scriptural basis for a refreshingly raw dissection of my own heart’s longings for love and acceptance in this life that ended with feelings of disappointment and failure. Not only is it an encouraging reminder that Christ is what my heart actually longs for, but in my worst sinful condition I am irresistible to God. He pursues me. This book includes tools for searing self-reflection to help me identify what lies I believe and what idols I put ahead of a relationship with Christ. And more, it reminds me that this love story is about nothing that I have to offer and everything that he does. Now that is great hope!”

Darby Ullyatt, Staff, Lutheran High School, Parker, Colorado

“It was such a joy to hear words of hope, passion, and conviction in God’s wonderful larger story. This book guides me to deeper awareness of Trinitarian intimacy to which God invites us. I can envision many believers finding the thoughts, Scripture references, and personal stories lifting them to a richer journey with the Lord.”

Tom Board, Marital and Career Counselor

“We Are Engaged! is a book that will bring hope to the hopeless, comfort to the comfortless, and peace and pardon to those who have looked for it in all the wrong places. It powerfully demonstrates the comparison of earthly marriage to our eternal marriage with Christ. And it culminates with the glorious truth that the best is yet to come! This book refocused my attention off my sinful flesh and on to the glorious peace and hope that is found in Jesus Christ. Simply put, I loved it!”

David Ahlman, Host, Daily Truths Podcast

“We Are Engaged! provides food for the soul as it is anchored in God’s Word. In his Word we learn just how close Jesus is within us. Craig desires for his readers to experience this close and intimate spiritual union with God through the Lord Jesus Christ. It is a book long overdue. It would be a great adult Bible study. Readers will be on a journey to examine their own lives and walk with God.”

Larry A. Alb, MD, Psychiatrist

“We Are Engaged! does a beautiful job capturing the essence of our relationship with the triune God. It would be impossible to read this book and not grow in your understanding of the breadth and length and height and depth of the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge. You will also be left with a greater understanding and appreciation of God’s plan for your time here on earth and be energized to embrace and live out the purpose God has for your life!”

Andrew Hasz, Head of School, Forge Christian High School, Arvada, Colorado

“Craig writes as he teaches, with passion for the truth, love for our Savior Jesus, and a constant referral to God’s Holy Word. We Are Engaged! expertly tackles the tough, yet comforting, topics of our sanctification and God’s gracious election. This book brings the reader great hope that can be found only in Jesus’s cross and resurrection. Are you asking questions like, ‘Why did this happen?’ ‘How could God be at work in this?’ ‘Is there any hope for me?’ If so, this book is for you!”

Timothy Oberdieck, Youth Director, St. John’s Lutheran Church and School, Seward, Nebraska

“We Are Engaged! leaves the reader hopeful and looking forward to our marriage with Christ, the new earth, and true shalom. The analogies and application from each chapter are helpful and engaging—I am still thinking about Chapter 3 after finishing the book. Craig writes with genuine authenticity which makes it relatable for any person who is poor in spirit (which is all of us) and the questions for reflection allow for deeper connection with our Lord. Such discussions in a small group could be life changing.”

Alicia Kidston, Dean of Women, Lutheran High School, Parker, Colorado

“We Are Engaged! is a balm for my broken and lost heart, reminding me of my desperate need for unconditional love in Jesus. Craig does an amazing work of explaining the second of God’s best object lessons of all history, the first being the sacrificial system pointing to Jesus’s atoning sacrifice. Marriage helps us envision the agape love that he has for us and Craig draws out, from Scripture, the full meaning of this metaphor beautifully.”

Martin Kohlwey, Director of Campus Ministry, Lutheran High School, Parker, Colorado

“We Are Engaged! fed my imagination and heightened my anticipation for the return of Christ. Through extensive use of Scripture, Craig has dealt candidly with this world’s heartache and set Christ as the center of my gaze.”

Daniel Vanderhyde, Chaplain, Lutheran High School, Parker, Colorado

“This book covers a view of our salvation that offers more meaning and insight into our state here on earth than I normally think. Sanctification for me has meant only that spiritual cleansing portion of my walk, a journey of self-improvement enabled, powered, and directed by the Holy Spirit. We Are Engaged! offers an additional view, the depth and meaning and appreciation of our position as bride-in-waiting. It is perfect for every believer who wants a broader view into sanctification.”

Walt Keith, Airline Pilot