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Tangie - Harrisburg, PA

The Marriage Seminar is the greatest thing since sliced bread! I feel so rejuvenated and focused on my life's purpose. Thanks for this opportunity to feel confident again!

Devin - Vancouver

I learned to love myself and to be confident in myself. I can focus on me and make sure I don't let what other people say affect me or destroy my confidence. I will finally open myself up to other friendships and my marriage.

Marianne - Winnipeg

I went into the Marriage Boot Camp not realizing how much shame I was carrying. I am in a marriage that, by the worlds standards, should be over. In the worlds eyes I should have left my husband many years ago. However, I have felt the Lord telling me time and time again that I am to remain with my husband as long as he is in the process of recovery and wants to be free of the chains that bind him. I am not in a physically abusive relationship, but my husband has issues that stem from his childhood. He is working on those issues, but it is taking alot of time and patience. Sometimes I feel ashamed that I have remained by his side. I feel that the world looks at me as the biggest codependent woman in history. However, the Boot Camp helped me to realize that I am okay! I am right where God wants me! There may come a time when I have to walk away, but for now I am in the right place and I have no reason to feel ashamed of that. I came away with a new sense of self-worth! I found that I am a "forgiving, free and joyful woman". I am forgiving because that is how God made me and I choose to forgive. I am free because I have forgiven and I have broken free of the chains of unforgiveness. And, I am joyful because I am free to be the woman God created me to be.

Desiree - Houston

The marriage seminar helped me forgive and know how to forgive the people I needed to forgive. The seminar and counseling helped me gain self esteem.

Arnella - Dallas, TX

The Life Enrichment Boot Camp helped me to receive freedom from some things that had been vexing me from my past. I recommend it to everyone.

Mike, Winfield, KS

Before attending the boot camp my marriage and the future of my family was in serious jeopardy. I was extremely skeptical of the program but decided that if this could save my marriage I was willing to give it a try. It was the best thing I have ever done in my life! I gained so much! I also lost so much, like the anger I had carried for so long. After 7 years my wife and i feel like newlyweds and we are both confident we now have the tools to make the feelings last and to be able to be victorious in any situation!

Shelly, Kaufman, TX

I went there to learn, so I could help others. But a suprize I didn\'t even know. I had baggage to release. Now I AM FREE!!!! Bless you all so much for helping all of us.

Tina, Princeton, Texas

After 10 months of marriage I separated from my husband in December 2008. I then, realized that I was miserable without him also so after 2 months apart we decided to give it another chance. This time was going to be different. We were going to do it right. We would treat each other right, trust and be trust worthy, leave the past in the past and start again. Then, while he was at work on the day we had planned for him to come back home I got a message that the woman he ?wasn?t? having an affair with was pregnant. I was devastated. I gave up, my life wasn?t worth living anymore, I couldn?t get out of bed, I shut all my friends and family out and the only thing keeping suicide from being an option was my children. I came to the realization that no matter how many times we decided to work it out or do it right we couldn?t do it. I was a failure. I sat down at my computer to start researching divorce recovery information because I knew I would need it as this was my second marriage I came across the Marriage Boot Camp website. I thought I would take the love test just to see what it said about me. I knew there was no way that I could afford the boot camp, that it was probably too far to travel and several months away so looking at that was not a consideration. After I took the test I was really impressed with the answers so I thought I would just search around the site to see if there was anything else I might find useful and I just happen to accidentally click on the boot camp information and it said the next seminar was in 5 days and was only 20 minutes away. I didn?t get excited because I knew I couldn?t afford it as I just lost my job then I saw the little note on the side about the sponsors, but sent an email for information just in case. I couldn?t stop thinking about it? what if there was a way to really save my marriage? I had to know so I called full of skepticism and in the middle of a full on anxiety attack and the voice on the other end of the phone was so warm and everything he said was positive. They would help us. As soon as I hung up I felt like a weight had been lifted off me. This was the answer to all my prayers. I immediately called my husband who wasn?t speaking to me at the time and told him God had put the answer right in front of me. I?m sure he thought I had lost my mind. Maybe I had? but it was my only hope. I have had so many things in my life that have caused me pain. From the moment I was born and abandoned, then adopted in to a family where physical, emotional and sexual abuse were the experiences of my childhood. I had a failed marriage which I carried so much guilt for breaking up my kids from their father. A now my last shot of love and happiness was slipping out of my hands. I believe in karma and I was so resentful at God because I?ve spent my whole life trying to treat people right, help others, etc. Unselfish acts of kindness were my purpose so what was wrong with me or what had I done to deserve all the abuse, hurt and pain that I had suffered. Obviously I wasn?t the problem, but if I could get my husband there I had hope that he would realize what he was doing to me and take responsibility for his actions and then I would finally be relieved of the suffering he had caused me. We learned so much and the first and most important was that I was broken too. One miracle for us was that we actually listened to each other. This was a FIRST for us!!! On the way home I found myself making amends to him for not making him feel important in my life and for speaking negatively about him to my friends and family. It never crossed my mind how those actions made him feel, even though, he had told me at least 50 times before. This was a HUGE step for us. I can say that I feel much calmer as a result of this changed attitude. Before the boot camp, I was irritated and agitated with our situation ALL THE TIME!! Now, I can finally relax because we have been given the tools we need to let go of our baggage, forgive, trust and as a result of that my relationship with God has become much stronger. I realize, though, that we have a lot of work ahead of us before things are totally healed and changes are permanent. The BEST part was that you provided follow-up steps, an accountability partner, and help if we need it. I was concerned about whether we would be able to stay on the right path.. If we fail, it is only because we fail to follow through on the things we promised to do. To say this has been a life changing event is an understatement. Thank you so much for blessing our life.

Tom - Dallas, TX

The Marriage Boot Camp Seminar helped give me the tools and hope to rebuild and save my marriage. Here's hoping...

Karen - Pensacola, FL

Going to the Marriage Seminar was the most important thing I could have done for myself! I came as a with so much pain & hurt that my life was controlled by self abuse and hate. Going through what I did for the four days there released my heart to forgive and let go of everthing that was in my way of loving life AND me. I am now a new,free,strong woman who respects herself and is a child of God!

Renee - Los Angeles

The marriage seminar boot camp opened my eyes to what I was doing to myself. I haven't been attending any social activities due to old fears. Now I am excited about making new friends and being more involved.

Marie - Houston

The Marriage Boot Camp allowed me to work through problems that I felt so hopeless about in my life. It also allowed me to work on past hurts. I learned how to forgive the people that had hurt me the most. I was even able to let go of my anger. I feel as though I have been healed and set free!

Debbie - Vancouver

The Marriage Seminar opened me up and helped me see and feel things I haven't felt in a while.

Christina - Dallas

This Marriage Boot Camp showed me that if you keep things inside yourself you can't (won't) let yourself grow. I know I still have to grow, but this experience gave me the courage and the need to grow so that I can have a healthy and happy relationship with my spouse. Member of Prairie Creek Baptist Church

Crissy - Los Angeles, CA

It just isn't possible for me to explain the difference the Marriage Retreat made in my life and subsequently my family's. But it must be pretty big because now my husband who was not even a little interested has decided he wants to go to camp as well after seeing the change I went through. There is no turning back;Praise God!

Darcie, Roy, Utah

I don't know if you realize how much you helped me! You gave me the warm smiles and acceptance which enabled me to share my innermost fears, pains, and guilt! You helped me do something that I've never done; to seriously forgive. I've never known what it really felt like. I thought that all I had to do was to say it and that was it....you helped me to get to the bottom of my soul and truly forgive and let go of some major issues. I will NEVER forget this past week. Somehow God softened my heart and helped me open it for a major SPRING cleaning! WOW do I feel Good...and guess what? I AM GOOD! My husband and I are good. My little family is good! NOT PERFECT, but good. Our daughter, keeps commenting about us. She teases us for kissing all the time now. She was hugely impressed when my husband and I got into a tiff last night and then actually appologized to each other and kissed (again!!). She smiled and said "So I guess they must have taught you guys how to say I'm sorry?" It really made my heart smile-for us and for her. You are some extremely amazing people and I am so blessed to have met you! God Bless each of you.

Machel - Ft. Worth, TX

The Life Enrichment Boot Camp has been the best personal and spiritual enrichment for me. I have new understanding for my relationship with my husband. My marriage has been restored as well as my relationship with God.

Art & Sherry - Dallas

These hours have changed me forever. My relationship with my wife is stronger than ever. I recommend the Life Enrichment Boot Camp conference to anyone who desires a closer & tighter bond with their spouse. Members of Prestonwood Baptist

Cathy - Dallas, TX

The Boot Camp gave me the confidence to know I could love myself every day. Washed away some fears and hurts from past abuse...freed me to shine!

Clare - Houston, TX

I want to share with you the experience my husband & I had doing this marriage retreat boot camp. First of all, when we got there it appeared that we shouldn't have gone. I say that because on a scale of 1-10, We both described ourselves as a 7. The simple fact of the matter is, just the "minor" issues we had been facing in our marriage were controlling our lives. This camp, like I said was not about us as a couple rather our own individual baggage. Trust me...I didn't think I had baggage. Boy, was I wrong. I had to finally do myself a great favor and realize I had allowed things in my past to really sabotage everything in my life. I am finally relaxed....We laughed and cut up the whole way home...which we only did when we were dating. This was the best experience of my life.. If I can inspire one person to have the same experience, I promise you it would be the best thing you've ever done. Consider being willing to take the greatest risk and reap the best reward of your life.

Shelley - Atlanta, GA

The marriage workshop was an enlightening experience. It gave me self-confidence and hope for a better future.

Sarah

My husband and I went through the Marriage Boot Camp and it is exactly what you see on TV. It is hard to explain how all the drills work on making you a better person. The camp showed us we want a long lasting loving relationship. Don't walk! Run to the camp. You will not regret it.

Sandy - Atlanta

The Marriage Boot Camp gave me self confidence, release from guilt . I am able to trust again. I am a worthy person and worthy of a healthy relationship.

Andrea - Atlanta

I was skeptical when I was first told about the Marriage Seminar. I never imagined how much hurt and anger that I inside me until I started working through the marriage and relationship games. Being able to release hurt, forgive others and let go of all of it was wonderful. I feel like a complete new person.

Jon - Waxahachie

The marriage conference opened my heart and mind to realization of self-hurt and pain is easily transitioned to positive results in lives and relationships in this learning experience. Member of Waxahachie Bible Church

Wendy - Dallas, TX

The Marriage Boot Camp seminar made me a better person, helped me begin to work on my marriage instead of run from it. Made me forgive all of the people who I could not forgive before. It taught me I am not a bad person and I should not be afraid.

Debbie - Houston, Texas

I have never had an experience like the Boot Camp ... it gave me such a sense of Reality in who I am, what I need, and how to get it! I can honestly say my life is changed as a result of attending. I believe God wanted me to have this experience so I could not only see myself the way he does, but react to myself the way he does (in love). I actually found a realistic purpose for myself ... The interactive exercises & games prove that love requires action ... In pulpits and programs across America, there is way too much "identifying" of problems with no action to resolve and no mention of solution. I am personally tired of hearing "about" the problem .... I need answers with the actions that go with them. I need the power of Christ's answers, actions, and solutions instead of "talk". I got answers and action at Boot Camp! Jesus Christ was very real to me there! Thank you, Jim Carroll, and all Boot Camp Staff! Finally, something real!

Greg - Vancouver

The Marriage Boot Camp helped me to realize how I wanted to live my life. I feel that I am a more complete person and not try to be something I'm not. I can be honest with myself and others.

Wendy - Madison, WI

Wow! What an amazing experience at the Marriage Seminar. I have learned to love myself and value the person that had become buried for so long in bitterness, resentment and anger. I feel that my life has been spared and that I truly am the person I've always wanted to be. My husband and children have already been able to tell the difference. I wake up ready to conquer the world. Thank you to the trainers and staff at the Marriage Retreat for making this a rewarding experience for me.

Cassandra - Vancouver

I will have a higher self esteem and more confidence about myself. I will now be able to be around my family and be able to speak up without feeling like my spirit is being broken. I now feel happy and whole.

Chase - Atlanta, Ga

I came into this program with many strong holds that have been keeping me from seeing the real me. I learned alot about myself and how I was in a deep depression,no self confidence and didn't even care if I were to die. The program helped me realize that I'm strong capable and a wise young man. I really am. Being the youngest man in there at eighteen years old it was really hard for me but I gave it 110% and came out as a better and new person.

Jon, Plano, TX

Wow! Probably one of the single best things I have ever done for myself. I got more out of this program than I ever thought possible. My attitude and outlook at life has been changed, for the good, forever!

Gary - Ft Worth, TX

The marriage retreat made me want to forgive my ex-wife for all the pain she caused me. After I forgave her I forgave myself and feel so much better.

Marie Los Angeles, CA

The Marriage Boot Camp was truly an AWESOME experience. I never in my life have learned so much, and felt so wonderful about myself. I never realized that I am an important woman. The Marriage Retreat completed me.......

Marlene - Vancouver

The marriage semianr taught me that forgiveness comes from the heart and that forgiveness is for me. I was stuck in hurt from the past. I am no longer stuck!

Rita, Little Elm, Texas

I attended the bootcamp the last week in April (my birthday). I went hoping to get help with regard to low self esteem and insecurity issues I had not been able to get breakthrough for. After attending this bootcamp I have been liberated! Hallelujah! It was fun, exciting, demanding and painful . . . but the joy, the deliverance, the peace and the love that come as a result is worth all the effort put into it. I recommend it for EVERYONE!

Cathy - Vidor, TX

I attended the Marriage seminar with hopes of change. That is EXACTLY what happened in my life. I had been carrying baggage from past hurts that I did not realize I had until I began the work on myself thru the bootcamp. I have attended IMAGO therapy as well as counselling in the past; though it helped me to open myself up somewhat, it did not compare to the outcome of the bootcamp. I am grateful for the way God works in lives of this program. When you truly open yourself to the fullest and follow the steps outlined in this program, it WILL change and help you release the "old stuff" that affects who you are today. My best to all who are involved in this program!

Christopher Dallas, TX

The Life Enrichment Conference Camp made me aware of who was in control of my life and who should be in control of my life.

Sherry - Vancouver

The Marriage Retreat was VERY worthwhile - very incredible. I was almost expecting my good feelings to go away but I have actually felt BETTER every day! Also I have a lot more energy - the baggage that I left behind was obviously taking a big toll on me. I was impressed with the organization of the program as well as the purity of its motives.

Scott - Spokane, WA

I'm going to start off by saying I hope your back is better. Boy Oh Boy I never in my wildest dreams thought I could feel like this.I want to thank you Jim,David, Monica and Glen. You guys are SO AWESOME. I feel like I weight 180lbs. again. I have clear and a strong sense of looking to the future. My wife and I are stronger than ever before. I can tell her love her again were doing GREAT. The kids are happy to. The MARRIAGE BOOTCAMP is the best thing that has ever happen to this family.

Bonnie - Houston

The Marriage Boot camp gave me my life back! I dumped the baggage I have been carrying for 35 years!

Tina - Harrisburg, PA

Before the Marriage Boot Camp I was a confused angry and depressed woman with absolutely no idea on how I could turn my life back around for the possitive and find happiness within myself or my life once again. The boot camp gave me the necessary tools to do just that. I now can look for the good in my life and once again love me. My marriage is complete my children communicate with me and I have many wanderful friends in my life now. If anyone has ever suffered with any area of their life I would highly recommend attending the marriage bootcamp and recieving the life changing tools that I now have. Also recieving the ability to get to say I did this for myself.

Bruce - McKinney, Texas

The Boot Camp helped me to drop all the baggage from the past and learn to live. It has brought my marriage back on track and helped to develop a deeper and stronger relationship with my wife than ever before. Member of McKinney Fellowship Bible Church

Faye - Los Angeles

Pain I had carried for years was reduced. I forgave many people in my life. The Marriage seminar Boot Camp gave me purpose again.

Liz - Atlanta, GA

The Life Enrichment Boot Camp has completely changed my life where I can truly say, ?I am free?, free from hurts, fear, self-doubt and all baggage that has kept me from close relationships. I am now closer to God than before. I am free to love without fear and I want help as many as I can to be set free by love!

Anita -Pittsburg, PA

My husband and I have just concluded a true "life-changing" experience at the marriage seminar boot camp. We had reached the point after nearly two years of marriage, that things were so bad that we should either find help or split. Quite frankly I was in favor of the latter, thinking that I had tried hard enough already. We committed to all the activities, to the people in our small groups and to the whole larger group. David Bishop and Jim Carroll worked as hard if not harder than we did! Our trainers were right there to keep us straight when needed. We worked and came out happy and better equipped to solve "life's little problems". We feel renewed, and communicate in a loving way. Each day is better.

Dan - Los Angeles

The marriage retreat helped bring me out of my comfort zone. I learned who is really in control if I do not forgive.

Marilyn - Ottawa

I have let go of the anger, resentment, and guilt. I had a black hole in my heart. I now have a renewed accptance of God, I have let go of my anger and the wall have come tumbling down. I am ready for God to use me and lead me. I am ready to have a relationship and let some in my life.

Shannon San Antonio, TX

My husband and I just completed Marriage & Life Enrichment Boot Camp this past weekend. We have been talking non-stop about how the camp has profoundly affected our relationship with each other, but most importantly ourselves. I have almost been tingling with excitement the past 3 days! The camp is AMAZING & we are so excited to spread the news!!! The best advice I can give- is GO!!! No matter what reservations you may have towards this type of \"counseling or retreat,\" I promise, this will be unlike any counseling you have ever received!

Todd and Teresa - Atlanta GA

This was the single most life changing 4 days we have ever experienced. We showed up with an open heart and mind, expecting something good to happen. We both walked away free from past hurts and damage. We have also changed the rating on our marriage from a 5 to 9. We have defined our purpose in life as a new partnership moving forward. This is the greatest gift we can give to those we love and care about.