God has a purpose for your marriage!!!
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I have spent years talking to people about God's destiny and purpose for one's individual lives, but until I read this book, it never occurred to me that God had a destiny and purpose for marriages too! As a result of this book my husband and I had a great conversation about our marriage and where we saw God using us as a team.  I recommend couples read this book, and learn God's destiny for their lives.
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I must say that this book has given me hope, inspiration and a clearer understanding as a single person for when I do decide to get married.  The power of praying is so vital and we as Christians must continuously cover each other in prayers.  Thank you Mrs. Lloyd for uplifting our men and outlining their purpose according to God within this book.  I'm so proud of you and can't wait for the next book.  May God continue to bless you and your husband!!!
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This book can lead to a happy marriage if you just head the warnings of what is happening to the marriage. Read the Bible for further directions to follow from Gods instruction.
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Wonderful!  It has truly been a blessing for my husband and I! No matter how long you've been married this book is a great tool for marriage!!
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This is a really good book about the emotional needs of a Husband and Wife in a marriage.  The book is very biblically supported with related scriptures however the message is clear that you have to have mutual submission in order for a marriage to work. I have recenlty been going through a crossroads with my wife in regards to whether we should continue with our marriage due to years of taking each other for granted and this book help me realize what I have been doing wrong in my marriage. After reading it a couple of times, I have built up enough courage to give it to my wife and asking her to read the book as well hoping she can see her part as to why our marriage has gotten to where it is now.  Great Book and highly recommended!!!!!!
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This is an amazing book for any couple! Gary Thomas has a heart and a passion for people, and especially for marriage. He is the "real deal" who lives out his life for the Lord, Jesus Christ! This book is easy to read with great takeaways about what we can all do to have a successful, God-centered marriage. I HIGHLY recommend this book for everyone!
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Confirmed good news about my marriage, and the state of marriage!

Just after the first of the year two couples in our congregation hosted The Art of Marriage weekend conference at the lovely Glen Eyrie.  Builder took the time to register and arrange details for our children, who are older and don't really need a "babysitter" but more someone to check in with.  Life has been full, hard and good, especially in these past years of him working on the road.  I get worn, and when that happens I definitely revert to seeing the glass more than half empty.  That is where I was this past winter.

The weekend was a breath of fresh air, physically, spiritually and emotionally.  During one of the breakout sessions Builder and I talked a bit about how we were both pleased to realize that, we are actually doing pretty well at this marriage and family thing right now.  Life is hard and weighs on us, we spent a lot of time physically separated, but the hope and determination that is in each of us continues to bind us together.

This summer I've been slowly reading the book "the good news about marriage" by Shaunti Feldhahn.  In this book Shaunti is saying the same thing about marriages across the country.  She uses her research and analysis skills to debunk the discouraging myths that are quoted as truth about marriage and the high risk of divorce.

good news about marriage
  good news about marriage

When Builder and I were married 19+ years ago we were told by several people how hard our marriage was going to be, as we were beginning a blended family.  One person even told us that if we made is past 7 years, we would probably make it.  I remember shaking my head in disbelief.  Not very encouraging words.  But we are stubborn people who believe in marriage, even if it gets hard.  After reading this book I feel even more committed to sharing encouragement with other women, not warning them!

If you would like to learn more about by Shaunti Feldhahn you can click her name, she also has some great Resources for women, men, couples, those working youth ministry and for teens!  Shaunti has created some wonderful resources!

This book was given to me in exchange for my honest opinion by Blogging for Books.
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I praise God for this powerful book!! When we seek first the kingdom of God the remaining parts align itself!!
For we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us!!!
Crystal owonubi: you are a virtuous woman!!!!
Your husband is a blessed man!!!
The Lord bless you (all family) and protect you and give you peace, Shalom!! Nothing missing nothing broken in Jesus'Name!!
Welcome back to America
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This book is fantastic and a must read for any "God believing" couple. God loves us in our imperfection, as we walk with him as we grow in him and our character improves. He doesn't ask us to be perfect first before being able to enter heaven, just accept the gift of salvation. The book points out key insights that makes you look at yourself and examine how you are treating your spouse and if you are loving him/her unconditionally as God loves us. Obviously the book is not overlooking special circumstances such as abusive spouses, adultery, etc. but I believe has the potential to do wonders to change the marriage of generally well intended people where bickering, fighting, being cold, dwelling on the past, harboring resentment, etc. may be limiting the happiness of their marriage. It works best if you both read it. Buy it!
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This is a very good book that emphasizes on putting God at the center of everything,  including marriage. It emphasizes in seeking Divine providence when marriage issues and conflicts arise. I find this book really interesting and inspiring as it touches on the Spiritual side of a person, unlike any other marriage conflict books that talk on the realistic dilemma of a married life, personal issues and concerns  and forget to seek the spiritual guidance. Excellent book!
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If you understand and can "hear" God's Voice, you will not want to miss this book dictated  to Susan from Him in the last year.  With eyes of Faith you can understand God's love for each of His children and especially His Bride.  The time has arrived for the "wedding" to His Son.  This book tells us exactly what is required to be His Bride.  Let there be no doubt, Christ is coming for His Bride soon.  Don't be left behind.....
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This book will change your understanding of Marriage. God's purpose for Marriage is so great and exciting. This book has helped me appreciate the great times and understand on a deeper level the challenges. The good times and Bad both have deep spiritual benefits as God restores and refines us into becoming more Christ like.
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I loved this story !a woman finds her purpose in life  and not be so selfish and and it shows a man can become less involved with himself and find a need and want for a wife !:)
Rev. Darlene Lindstrom
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A must for every Christian marriage. Imagine...good lovemaking God approved. Good for you heathens too! Haha
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This is a book that will grab the i terest of soooooo many readers outside if the church and i think that is the main purpose for God sending Michael to share the things he shared oointing to Jesus as the One and Only way to the Father!!! Thank you Robert, i know beeing obedient to the point where you knew people would be critical if what you wrote and still going ahead since the Father has a greater purpose... ! It shows that our traditions and what we think should be in iur little boxxes gets ripped apart when discovering how great and how many facets God has. This book is not unscriptural.... Just gives us an understanding that walking in the Kingdom ooens uo a world we have yet to be discovered!!!
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This book is definitely a must read for women who may be struggling in an unequally yoked marriage - whether their husbands are unsaved or saved and not living for the Lord. I found it to be very insightful and encouraging. Deborah shares her story of how she came to know the Lord before her husband and the difficulties she experienced as she attempted to live the Christian life yet still remain in her marriage to a man who didn't understand her need for God.

Some of the key points in this book are the importance of recognizing God's love for our husbands, their place in our home, not alienating them because of a difference in faith, seeing them through the eyes of Jesus, praying for them. Deborah helps us see that our walk with God even more than our talk can win our husbands. She reminds us that God's heart is for our husbands and prayer along with perseverance is the key to winning them. She encourages us not to give in to discouragement, walk away, or give up just because we are not seeing immediate results. God's work is not on our timetable.

Each chapter has key Scriptures to focus on as well as questions and verses to look up at the end. There is also a section for journaling and writing your thoughts and prayers. Deborah reminds us that battling for our mate is not for cowards, but God gives us the strength that we need to follow through and the benefits we will reap long term will be worth it in the end.

I received this book from Book Crash in exchange for my honest opinion. I would highly recommend this book to other women.
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Married for a Purpose by Greg and Julie Gorman is a book of weekly devotions. I was pleased that the devotion is short and your time is focused on reading a scripture and discussing the devotion and scripture with your spouse.  The authors realize that to do this you have to be intentional and disciplined and seem to ensure that you make the most out of your time reading and studying the devotional.  Each weekly devotion includes a devotion, scripture, application and prayer.  One of the challenges that really hit home for me: what if we asked God each morning how we could make him known in our homes.  Sometimes we focus so much on the outside world that we forget to treat the people in our homes with the same courtesy and intention.  I would definitely recommend this devotion to any couple.  I plan to look up more of their resources.
I received this book from Netgalley.  I was not required to write a positive review.
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