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Jul 09, 2010

Just finished (re)reading this book this morning. I first got it the year after we got married, back when I thought my husband and our marriage was perfect. I read it cover to cover in a very short time period and thought it was great.
Then we moved to AZ, I was invited to a women's Bible Study that just happened to being to doing this book. It was life changing at that time, as things were a little rocky and this book gave me the hope and tools I needed to see me through that period of time.
Just finished (re)reading this book this morning. I first got it the year after we got married, back when I thought my husband and our marriage was perfect. I read it cover to cover in a very short time period and thought it was great.
Then we moved to AZ, I was invited to a women's Bible Study that just happened to being to doing this book. It was life changing at that time, as things were a little rocky and this book gave me the hope and tools I needed to see me through that period of time.
Fast forward a couple more years, things got even rockier. But God gave me a desire to pray for and a love for my husband that at the time I didn't even think was possible. The darkest time in our relationship came a few months after I started fervently praying for him daily. I firmly believe that if it had not been for this book, coupled of course with my Bible and the prayer and faith in God, I would have walked away when that storm hit without a backward glance.
That's not to say that everything got magically better over night because I was praying. It was a long hard process. I had some very dark days. BUT God gave me the hope, and just enough light to keep me moving in the right direction. ...more

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Jul 11, 2013

I have to be honest about a book that's been so popular. The main value in this book for me was (1) it spurred me on to pray intentionally for my husband more regularly and (2) the prayers at the end of each chapter provided a good tool for prayer. However, I have a big issue with her theology that seems to put too much emphasis on the power of the one praying instead of the power of the God who hears prayer! I didn't agree with her teaching that my lack of prayer can limit God's work in my I have to be honest about a book that's been so popular. The main value in this book for me was (1) it spurred me on to pray intentionally for my husband more regularly and (2) the prayers at the end of each chapter provided a good tool for prayer. However, I have a big issue with her theology that seems to put too much emphasis on the power of the one praying instead of the power of the God who hears prayer! I didn't agree with her teaching that my lack of prayer can limit God's work in my husband's life, or that if I prayed enough, God will bless my husband in tangible here-and-now ways. Of course I want that, but the Bible is filled with examples of godly people with godly spouses who were not blessed on earth (see Hebrews 11) because they were waiting for the Unseen Kingdom.

I would love to see a book written with prayers guiding a wife to pray for the realities of THIS Kingdom for her husband. Like perseverance, endurance, choosing to do with less in order to make others rich, courage to choose suffering rather than sinning, etc. Maybe I'll write it ... ! ...more

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Aug 09, 2008

This book is exactly the same setup as the power of a woman, and I am sure it's the same setup as power of a praying parent too. Good thing though the chapters are short so I don't have to try and keep my attention span for long. I just don't get this book. Talking about how if your husband is a stay at home Dad how men aren't wired to clean and you might still have to clean and it's our job to keep the house in order and make it a home, blahh, blahh blahh, I am sorry but my husband is a stay at This book is exactly the same setup as the power of a woman, and I am sure it's the same setup as power of a praying parent too. Good thing though the chapters are short so I don't have to try and keep my attention span for long. I just don't get this book. Talking about how if your husband is a stay at home Dad how men aren't wired to clean and you might still have to clean and it's our job to keep the house in order and make it a home, blahh, blahh blahh, I am sorry but my husband is a stay at home Dad, his job is to take care of the house, to include the rearing of the children their baths, the houshold chores, etc! I am not a slave, I will not work my butt off all day long come home to a dirty house, and then throw on some langerie and try to romance my husband because he is the man of my house, hog wash! If he doesn't want to clean or take care of the house, which is what I did when I stayed at home, and would do if I would stay at home again. (I should only be helping where needed) Anyway if he doesn't want to do that than he needs to go get a fulltime job to support us both like I did and I will stay at home! Come on people this is the year 2008. It says "spiritual" head of the household. Not head of everything in the world. I do not believe God intended men to be the head of the house, the CEO, the president everything just because he's a MAN. Yes, I am a christian but I also feel there needs to be boundaries, and a balance in a marriage. It should be a joint discussion of who is going to stay at home and who is going to work and the chores should mostly fall on the one who is staying at home and 50/50 if you are going to both work, saying that men are not capable of cleaning is a copout and not making them responsible for their own actions, if they can remember to take a shower on their own. Go to college and know how to do their job, then they should be capable of taking care of the home. It's not that difficult! ...more

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Sep 10, 2011

Probably the best book to help a marriage with God's blessing.

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Oct 17, 2014

I find this book to be quite sexist, and feel that it tries to resurrect some old and trite stereotypes about men and women. It is also very hard on women. There seems to be an unhealthy tradition to place the blame on the woman and the entire burden and responsibility upon her for the success of her marriage.

Not only that, this book only applies to a very narrow sector of married women in the world. It may be applicable if you are young, healthy and not disabled, and affluent.

What about the I find this book to be quite sexist, and feel that it tries to resurrect some old and trite stereotypes about men and women. It is also very hard on women. There seems to be an unhealthy tradition to place the blame on the woman and the entire burden and responsibility upon her for the success of her marriage.

Not only that, this book only applies to a very narrow sector of married women in the world. It may be applicable if you are young, healthy and not disabled, and affluent.

What about the majority of women in poor countries, who don’t have the money or even the access to stores to buy sexy lingerie, or a special perfume to be worn for him alone, or skin care products that make my skin look dewy and fresh?

I have a disability called autistic spectrum disorder, which is a real disability. It gives me continuous and multiple daily challenges. It is literally impossible for me to meet the extremely high expectations that this book puts forth. All I wanted was some prayers to read and pray for my husband, but unfortunately, if came packaged with this sexist advice to be the perfect wife at all times, and to pander to my husbands whims, no matter how ludicrous and unreasonable.

I’m to be sexy, a good cook, keep a clean house at all times, be a great mother, and make sure we are never out of ligh bulbs or batteries? REALLY??? Where in the bible does it say a woman is to be an unpaid slave to her husband? That is totally alien to the gospel. And if my husband calls me one day and demands a specific chicken dish, I’m to scramble to buy the ingredients, fix it for him, and then when he comes home and says I don’t want chicken I want lamb chops, I’m to just grin and bear it? Really????? That is utterly dysfunctional. I think what the authors husband really needed was a good swift kick in the back side. He sounds like a narcissistic jerk. And for a wife to allow this behavior only enables his selfish attitude. Wow!!

What about the middle aged and elderly couples who no longer desire or are able to be at the ready for sex on demand at all times? What about marriages where one person is disabled? I am disabled and so could not be the perfect wife (shame on me!). However, God has used this challenge to make my husband into a more gentle, patient, and less selfish person. And his patience with me has helped me to be grateful to him, and makes me love him more.

The most tragic thing is, what about the many women in abusive marriage? Unfortunately this book has a strong flavor that the problems in a marriage are up to the woman to fix, and that she is to totally sacrifice herself to met her husbands every whim. That is just plain unbiblical. Ephesians 5 says that the husband and wife are to mutually submit to each other. The husband is also to love and protect and sacrifice himself for the wife, just as Christ did for the church. This book is very unbalanced in placing all the responsibility for the marriage on the wife. There is a sick perverted view of wifely submission in certain Christian fundamentalist subcultures that this book seems to perpetuate. The gospel message is so simple. Believe on and trust in the atoning death of Jesus on the cross and you will be saved. Also make Jesus and His kingdom first and all these things shall be added to you. If we walk in the Spirit and truly submit to Jesus, then being a good spouse will naturally flow out of us, and the spirit will enable us to love and serve our spouse. And what this means on a practical level is unique to each couple, as no two marriage relationships are alike. I actually read the chapter on sex to my husband and he found it offensive. I feel this book promotes a lot of stereotypes of men and women. He was offended at the idea that sex is the biggest need for men.

The bottom line is, this book is man centered and not God centered. It caters to the world's idea of a good marriage. It seems like a primarily humanistic book cloaked in religion and scriptures. A lot of the advice feels like a legalistic burden being placed upon me. Jesus said "come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest". This book does the opposite. I find it to be very legalistic and works oriented. We are saved by grace. And our marriages should be grace based, not works based. ...more

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Jan 12, 2015

I'm reviewing one chapter every Wednesday on my blog. Check back each week for a link to the latest chapter:

Introduction: The Power
Chapter 1: His Wife
Chapter 2: His Work
Chapter 3: His Finances
Chapter 4: His Sexuality
Chapter 5: His Affection
Chapter 6: His Temptation
Chapter 7: His Mind
Chapter 8: His Fears
Chapter 9: His Purpose
Chapter 10: His Choices
Chapter 11: His Health
Chapter 12: His Protection
Chapter 13: His Trials

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Oct 11, 2011

I think I may have found this book at Wal-Mart, which is good because that means it can hit a wider base if people than if it were just sold at B&N, for example. Anyway, Mrs. Omartian divides the book into 30 chapters, each with an aspect of a Christian man's life, from sexuality to faith to fatherhood. Actually, that is one of the best things about it, its holistic approach to protection through faith.

The Power of a Praying wife is a great guide for women who love God and love their I think I may have found this book at Wal-Mart, which is good because that means it can hit a wider base if people than if it were just sold at B&N, for example. Anyway, Mrs. Omartian divides the book into 30 chapters, each with an aspect of a Christian man's life, from sexuality to faith to fatherhood. Actually, that is one of the best things about it, its holistic approach to protection through faith.

The Power of a Praying wife is a great guide for women who love God and love their husbands, and who want to help them through prayer. The book is also a good lesson in relinquishing control and an exercise in faith that God will listen and respond to prayers, making this method more effective (and less frustrating) than arguing or nagging.

Critics of The Power of a Praying Wife suggest that the book is backwards in terms of gender roles, but this perspective misses the mark. Mrs. Omartian never suggests that women be doormats, but reinforces that wives attempting to make husbands more content and at-peace strengthens both the marriage and the family. In particular, the book suggests making love even if you feel too tired. Women who read the book tend to get up in arms about this because their body is their own and they can do what they want with it. Yes, that's true, but how often do women regret making love versus not making love? Making that extra effort is often life-affirming and positive, not oppressive.

Trust in God; Trust in Jesus, both through prayer and the Word. That's the moral, and once you do everything falls into place including and especially marriage.

Amen. ...more

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Sep 23, 2013

This book serves as a wonderful resource book. I've read it from cover to cover. I've read it several times. And, I've referenced it several times. The title pretty much sums it up. In my personal experience, I can definitely serve as witness to the POWER of a Praying Wife. In a nutshell, the theme of the book encourages the reader to allow God to handle your marriage. In letting go of trying to make your spouse change, YOU will be changed. Any improvements you witness in your husband's life This book serves as a wonderful resource book. I've read it from cover to cover. I've read it several times. And, I've referenced it several times. The title pretty much sums it up. In my personal experience, I can definitely serve as witness to the POWER of a Praying Wife. In a nutshell, the theme of the book encourages the reader to allow God to handle your marriage. In letting go of trying to make your spouse change, YOU will be changed. Any improvements you witness in your husband's life (from his health to his job and spiritual life) will come from God, alone! This book reminds me that the best witness to anyone (not just your spouse) is modeling after Jesus. He spoke to His heavenly father on our behalf and demonstrated love, patience, forgiveness, and faith. ...more

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Jun 18, 2010

"Praying Wife" was different to what I was expecting and at first I found it hard to relate to the topics as they didn't seem relevant to where my husband is in his journey with Christ. However, I realised that I could just use the topics as a starting point for my prayers for my husband. The prayers were quite specific, so it was hard to find them personal for our situations/circumstances, but I would like to go through the headings again and write up my own prayers for my husband, based on "Praying Wife" was different to what I was expecting and at first I found it hard to relate to the topics as they didn't seem relevant to where my husband is in his journey with Christ. However, I realised that I could just use the topics as a starting point for my prayers for my husband. The prayers were quite specific, so it was hard to find them personal for our situations/circumstances, but I would like to go through the headings again and write up my own prayers for my husband, based on those. The author got me thinking about things to pray about for my husband, that I had never thought of before in regard to topics, not substance.

I found the author used quotes/verses from the Bible a little too often (if that's possible!). It seemed she was just using verses to make up sentences, so firstly it was a little hard to follow at times and secondly, because the verses were so short, they could easily be taken out of context... without looking up each individual verse, you don't know what the writer (of the verse) was really saying, in depth. It seemed the author looked at the topical index/concordance at the back of the Bible and where the topic word was mentioned, she quoted. Am I being too harsh?! Perhaps, but I'm being honest about how I felt!

Without wanting to be too critic of Omartian, I also found she was a little "look what my prayers did for this person". She would use an example of someone (usually her husband, of course!) who she prayed for regarding the particular topic and explain how her prayer was answered in the future. Of course that's possible, but I felt she was saying it was her prayer, not God's power, that made the difference. It's hard to explain what I meant without sounding like I think prayer is redundant, because I absolutely don't believe that! I just mean that the way the author wrote, made it sound like it was all about her.

Anyway, to end on a positive note, the book has given me some wonderful topics to pray for my husband about, that I had never considered before. ...more

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Aug 16, 2016

I've owned this book for years. I've read it a few times, but it truly was not until this third time around that the words actually pierced my spirit and renewed my soul. I received a new revelation, as it was a different time in my life and my marriage now than the other times I've read it. If you've read the book and find it to be so-so, hold onto it and be obedient for when your spirit man tells you to pull it out again. Stormie is truly ministering in this book. She's being very transparent. I've owned this book for years. I've read it a few times, but it truly was not until this third time around that the words actually pierced my spirit and renewed my soul. I received a new revelation, as it was a different time in my life and my marriage now than the other times I've read it. If you've read the book and find it to be so-so, hold onto it and be obedient for when your spirit man tells you to pull it out again. Stormie is truly ministering in this book. She's being very transparent. Sometimes I read scriptures in the Bible that, at the time, don't necessarily move me or I don't even understand at some points. But a year or two later I can go back and read that same scripture and it will have me shouting out praises as well as, "I get it now! Thank you, Jesus!" This is an "I get it now! Thank you, Jesus" book. ...more

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Nov 29, 2007

This book is broken down into 30 one-day aspects of a man's life (i.e. his work, his relationships, his reputation). There are some thoughts from the author based on scripture, and a prayer at the end of each day's selection which comes directly from the Bible so that the reader is praying the scripture verses. It's very powerful stuff.

I found this to be a tremendously helpful tool in my marriage as I focus, not on myself, but on my husband and tha challenges he faces each day. (Incidentally, This book is broken down into 30 one-day aspects of a man's life (i.e. his work, his relationships, his reputation). There are some thoughts from the author based on scripture, and a prayer at the end of each day's selection which comes directly from the Bible so that the reader is praying the scripture verses. It's very powerful stuff.

I found this to be a tremendously helpful tool in my marriage as I focus, not on myself, but on my husband and tha challenges he faces each day. (Incidentally, there is also a book entitled The Power of a Praying Husband, and The Power of a Praying Parent) ...more

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Aug 14, 2007

This book and other Stormie Omartian books have been a huge influence in my life, in how I pray for my family.

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Jan 18, 2017

I read this book when my husband to be gave it to me 10 yrs ago. After being married now for 10 years, many pages have fallen out & been put back but I still use this powerful resource almost every day to fight for my husband. Everyone is under attack from the enemy. I'm so glad i've learned how to fight through prayer & not to fight my husband anymore.

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Feb 06, 2014

This book was so helpful. I recommend it for those interested in strengthening their prayer life.

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Jul 09, 2009

I love this book it has truly helped me in my prayers for my hubby. He has truly come along way God is awesome and has done great things in his life and is still at work thats to being a praying wife.

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Apr 02, 2009

I've read and used this book as a hand book to my marriage (next to the Bible of course). Stormie really hits on the truth , and the truth you find out about yourself when you read this is life altering. Great book to read if you've ever thought to yourself or cried out in the night..."Somethings got to change"! I've grown soo much from using the prayers in this hidden "treasure" given to me by a friend who loved me enough to show me the light. It's about keeping your eyes on the true lover of I've read and used this book as a hand book to my marriage (next to the Bible of course). Stormie really hits on the truth , and the truth you find out about yourself when you read this is life altering. Great book to read if you've ever thought to yourself or cried out in the night..."Somethings got to change"! I've grown soo much from using the prayers in this hidden "treasure" given to me by a friend who loved me enough to show me the light. It's about keeping your eyes on the true lover of my soul and let G-d be the saviour of the love of my life. It really enabled me to let go and direct my gaze where it belongs. On Messiah. ...more

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Dec 07, 2018

Absolutely fabulous read. Great resource with scripturally-based prayers for knowing how to pray for one’s husband. This book provided relevant comments, definitions, example stories, and Bible verses while avoiding common pitfalls of many Christian Living books such as meandering “storytelling” to fill the pages or questionably Biblical advice. I found it to be helpful not only in praying for my husband but also for other people in my life and for areas of my OWN life that the topics applied Absolutely fabulous read. Great resource with scripturally-based prayers for knowing how to pray for one’s husband. This book provided relevant comments, definitions, example stories, and Bible verses while avoiding common pitfalls of many Christian Living books such as meandering “storytelling” to fill the pages or questionably Biblical advice. I found it to be helpful not only in praying for my husband but also for other people in my life and for areas of my OWN life that the topics applied to. It works as a 30-day devotional due to the short length of each chapter/topic to pray about and actually made me grow in my prayer life so I would recommend this book to anyone who is married.
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Aug 18, 2011

MY REVIEW:

I truly appreciate the concept of this book - having devotionals and prayers coming from the three perspectives of "I", "He", and "We" and all focused on a godly marriage. However, while there is truth in the pages, it is presented together with a very weak focus on the gospel and way too much focus on the act of prayer being the magic act needed for change. I believe there is power in prayer and I am not here to bash prayer in anyway, but I do not agree with phrases like: "The more MY REVIEW:

I truly appreciate the concept of this book - having devotionals and prayers coming from the three perspectives of "I", "He", and "We" and all focused on a godly marriage. However, while there is truth in the pages, it is presented together with a very weak focus on the gospel and way too much focus on the act of prayer being the magic act needed for change. I believe there is power in prayer and I am not here to bash prayer in anyway, but I do not agree with phrases like: "The more you pray for your husband this way, the more his heart will become sensitive to the Holy Spirit's promptings." [In reference to an unsaved husband.] While I don't disagree with that being possible, I do disagree with the presentation that it will happen if you just pray these prayers. The focus on this book is heavily on our part in prayer rather than praying from a heart overwhelmed with Christ and the gospel.

Again, I appreciate the idea of this book, but I personally think it's lacking in a gospel centered focus and if you choose to read it I highly recommend reading with great discernment.

BOOK OVERVIEW:

New from bestselling author Stormie Omartian is a book close to her own heart—The Power of a Praying® Wife Devotional. Following up on the insights and prayers of The Power of a Praying® Wife (more than 3.5 million books sold) 100 brand-new devotions, prayers, and supporting Scriptures offer a praying wife fresh ways to pray for her husband, herself, and her marriage.

These easy-to-read devotions will increase any wife’s understanding, strength, and peace, as well as provide her with perspective on the situations and challenges she faces. And each prayer will help both husbands and wives be more attuned to the Holy Spirit so they can do what’s right without allowing negative emotions or unclear thinking to get in the way.

A must-have for anyone wanting God’s best for this most important relationship.

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This review copy was provided by NetGalley along with Harvest House Publishers but the opinion expresses is my own. ...more

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Oct 14, 2013

I was given this book as gift by a very dear friend who had no idea about the marital misery I was experiencing at the time. She just spontaneously offered it to me with the recommendation that "it's a beautiful book for life." Little did I know my friend's thoughtful gesture would provide the guidance I desperately needed to turn my shotgun wedding into an amazing love story and marriage. Though not always easy and often with extreme difficulty, I applied the principles contained within The I was given this book as gift by a very dear friend who had no idea about the marital misery I was experiencing at the time. She just spontaneously offered it to me with the recommendation that "it's a beautiful book for life." Little did I know my friend's thoughtful gesture would provide the guidance I desperately needed to turn my shotgun wedding into an amazing love story and marriage. Though not always easy and often with extreme difficulty, I applied the principles contained within The Power of a Praying Wife daily. And while my marriage didn't turn around overnight, it did transform into a blissful, if imperfect, union and a solid foundation from which to raise our two beautiful daughters over the course of a few years.

So inspired was I by Stormie and her work I wrote my own book about my experience, entitled Reflections on the Ring: An Ordinary Woman's Extraordinary Tale of How She Saved Her Marriage and Family.

If you're looking for a practical tool of relationship restoration, look no further than The Power of a Praying Wife.

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Jun 18, 2008

I read this book 3 years ago as my husband and I toured Germany. I remember it bringing up lots of good conversations and the one thing that stands out especially is the first chapter. The whole "Lord change me." deal is VERY convicting and I often think of that prayer when I really upset about something that's going on in my marriage. Say my husband leaves his socks around and I totally get annoyed with it. Wouldn't it be great if I just didn't care, rather than thinking all the time "Lord, why I read this book 3 years ago as my husband and I toured Germany. I remember it bringing up lots of good conversations and the one thing that stands out especially is the first chapter. The whole "Lord change me." deal is VERY convicting and I often think of that prayer when I really upset about something that's going on in my marriage. Say my husband leaves his socks around and I totally get annoyed with it. Wouldn't it be great if I just didn't care, rather than thinking all the time "Lord, why in the world can't he just pick them up?" I just read this morning in Proverbs 19:11 and I thought it was soo fitting to change the He to She instead. "A woman's wisdom gives her patience;it is her glory to overlook an offence." I'm not saying that everything needs to be like that in a marriage, but what if I did truly overlook the little things that bothered me day in and day out about my husband? What if I was truly changed in that area. I'd be a lot less annoyed I'm sure, thus happier and more at peace.
So, the prayer of my heart again today is..."Lord, Change ME!" ...more

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Sep 03, 2013

Stormie Omartian is a wonderful prayer and Scripture teacher, even through the written word. I have learnt so much from reading her books. This book literally helped me to turn a bad situation in my life into a good one. The teaching in this book is truly inspired and anointed and I go back to this book again and again and again and my copy is falling apart. I think it's probably time to buy another. The book is written like a devotional, 30 daily teachings with relevant scriptures. It makes Stormie Omartian is a wonderful prayer and Scripture teacher, even through the written word. I have learnt so much from reading her books. This book literally helped me to turn a bad situation in my life into a good one. The teaching in this book is truly inspired and anointed and I go back to this book again and again and again and my copy is falling apart. I think it's probably time to buy another. The book is written like a devotional, 30 daily teachings with relevant scriptures. It makes something very clear. It is God's Holy Will that every Christian marriage should thrive and be a perfect witness of His Perfect Love. I can't thank Stormie Omartian enough for being open to the power of the Holy Spirit and for writing this inspired work. ...more

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Jan 08, 2017

Highly unfortunate that this is a book that was recommended to me by a pastor. Ladies, if your husband is treating you in the same manner the author reports, you certainly need to pray, but please do so in a safe place while seeking professional counsel for your marriage. That sort of behavior is abuse. I find it bewildering that this is a bestseller that has been recommended by Christian leaders for years, and I feel very strongly about making sure people are aware of the dangerous messages in Highly unfortunate that this is a book that was recommended to me by a pastor. Ladies, if your husband is treating you in the same manner the author reports, you certainly need to pray, but please do so in a safe place while seeking professional counsel for your marriage. That sort of behavior is abuse. I find it bewildering that this is a bestseller that has been recommended by Christian leaders for years, and I feel very strongly about making sure people are aware of the dangerous messages in this book. While I agree with praying for marriage relationships, I absolutely do not recommend this book. ...more

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Feb 18, 2014

This book is such a wonderful resource for wives! Every woman needs this book!
Stormie's sweet spirit and passion for prayer comes across beautifully and you feel as if she is guiding you step by step on this new journey of praying for your husband in ways you may not have thought of before. I highly recommend this book to keep on your bookshelf and read over and over again. Not only will it change your prayer life, but it will take your relationship with your spouse to a whole new level of This book is such a wonderful resource for wives! Every woman needs this book!
Stormie's sweet spirit and passion for prayer comes across beautifully and you feel as if she is guiding you step by step on this new journey of praying for your husband in ways you may not have thought of before. I highly recommend this book to keep on your bookshelf and read over and over again. Not only will it change your prayer life, but it will take your relationship with your spouse to a whole new level of spiritual intimacy. I can't wait to explore more of Stormie's titles! ...more

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Feb 09, 2009

I tried to be open-minded with this, reading it to participate in a weekly discussion on the chapters. But in the end, as I feared, I was usually more incensed by each chapter than I was bettered. Surely I could have gotten more out of it only were I the type of woman who believes the husband necessarily is the head of the household and the wife's role is to serve and uphold him, the children, and the house. I'm just not that kind of Christian - or person - and couldn't get over her antiquated I tried to be open-minded with this, reading it to participate in a weekly discussion on the chapters. But in the end, as I feared, I was usually more incensed by each chapter than I was bettered. Surely I could have gotten more out of it only were I the type of woman who believes the husband necessarily is the head of the household and the wife's role is to serve and uphold him, the children, and the house. I'm just not that kind of Christian - or person - and couldn't get over her antiquated view of the husband and wife relationship. Uck. ...more

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Feb 13, 2012

I should probably buy a new copy, my first copy was stained with coffee and missing a few pages from continued use and I gave my second copy away. I learned a lot about how to pray for my husband from these pages and where to look for peace in every situation. Highly recommend!!!