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The Christian Husband: God's Vision for Loving and Caring for Your Wife
Robert Lepine takes a closer look at the biblical job description of a husband and how that plays out in modern married life. He is the cohost of the popular daily radio program Family Life Today, heard in more than 200 cities nationwide.
209 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 1999
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Bob Lepine
19 books6 followersBob Lepine is the co-host of the popular daily radio program "Family Life Today," a nationally syndicated radio program heard in more than 200 cities across the country. A frequent speaker at Family Life Marriage Conferences, he lives with his wife and five children in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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April 21, 2022
One of the better "practical" books I've read on duty and delight of being a husband. The book was based on sound doctrine, and he refuted common errors throughout the book.
The book was convicting in many places, but it certainly did not come across as "preachy." He used himself for many bad examples which I also appreciated because there seems to be a tendency in these kind of books to self-glorification on the part of the author purporting that all the readers emulate them in their marriage.
The "big" concept that was really enforced for me was the exhortation that my biggest and primary role as a husband is the sanctification of my wife. Helping her see, love, cherish and become more like Christ is the primary purpose for marriage. It is to reflect Christ and his bride. I realized how often I fail at this in many ways.
Some other thoughts or encouragements were:
1. Dying to self is a daily process in the small things that tell my wife I prefer her rather than my interests, not necessarily some large event or reconciliation.
2. Small daily habits like reading the Bible together, sharing what we learn, praying together are important
3. Thinking of the roles of prophet, priest and king were helpful in delineating some responsibilities
Overall is was a good book. A bit cheesy in some places and a couple of redundant points, but still very helpful.
The book was convicting in many places, but it certainly did not come across as "preachy." He used himself for many bad examples which I also appreciated because there seems to be a tendency in these kind of books to self-glorification on the part of the author purporting that all the readers emulate them in their marriage.
The "big" concept that was really enforced for me was the exhortation that my biggest and primary role as a husband is the sanctification of my wife. Helping her see, love, cherish and become more like Christ is the primary purpose for marriage. It is to reflect Christ and his bride. I realized how often I fail at this in many ways.
Some other thoughts or encouragements were:
1. Dying to self is a daily process in the small things that tell my wife I prefer her rather than my interests, not necessarily some large event or reconciliation.
2. Small daily habits like reading the Bible together, sharing what we learn, praying together are important
3. Thinking of the roles of prophet, priest and king were helpful in delineating some responsibilities
Overall is was a good book. A bit cheesy in some places and a couple of redundant points, but still very helpful.
January 28, 2022
Lepine gives a biblical understanding of the role of a husband with some practical insights. His openness of personal and close examples drives home the need wives have for caring and intentional husbands.
January 10, 2020
Life changing reading.
This books has been a big eye opener for me and my rol a a husband. I believe this is a material worth reading at least every other year so we can understand and Learn what is to be a Christian Husband.
This books has been a big eye opener for me and my rol a a husband. I believe this is a material worth reading at least every other year so we can understand and Learn what is to be a Christian Husband.
March 28, 2020
So this is a hard book. Because it is true and makes you as a man realize how much work you need to truly do to become the Christian husband that God has designed you to be. Gives good insight and practical applications to help you in that life long journey.
June 22, 2020
Going to look at my life and will definitely look to make radical changes. God spoke to me through Bob and I hope that many husbands read it.
February 17, 2013
The typical marriage book for men usually tries too hard to sound manly - either stories of warriors and mud, cars and football or it will seek to beat you til you are black and blue and ready to finally shape up and be a man to your wife book. Lepine's offering is neither. It is both insightful and inspiring. It offers basics in Christine disciplines while also raising a high standard for the aspiring husband.
Lepine starts in the right place - masculinity confusion that began to shift in the early stages of the industrial revolution and gained full momentum in the feministic era that has left modern man without a solid identity. I wish he would have gone further in laying a more immovable foundation of masculinity from scripture but his was firm.
The true height of this book was the middle section where he laid out a grand vision for the Christian husband as a prophet, priest, and king in his home that was biblical and rooted in Christ. It was an inspiring vision that has captured many hearts as I have shared the concepts.
I didn't give it the coveted fifth star because there were times where I felt he lost a bit of focus and edge in his writing and was trying to cram ideas in, rather than build on the ones he had already presented. There's a lot of great meat, yet some soft areas as well.
Lepine starts in the right place - masculinity confusion that began to shift in the early stages of the industrial revolution and gained full momentum in the feministic era that has left modern man without a solid identity. I wish he would have gone further in laying a more immovable foundation of masculinity from scripture but his was firm.
The true height of this book was the middle section where he laid out a grand vision for the Christian husband as a prophet, priest, and king in his home that was biblical and rooted in Christ. It was an inspiring vision that has captured many hearts as I have shared the concepts.
I didn't give it the coveted fifth star because there were times where I felt he lost a bit of focus and edge in his writing and was trying to cram ideas in, rather than build on the ones he had already presented. There's a lot of great meat, yet some soft areas as well.
January 20, 2016
Well written, to the point, and biblically based. God's job description for a husband is much more difficult than most of realize when we first become husbands. Bob Lepine points out the task of the Christian husband in very simple terms. There are great points on which any husband can draw valuable help from. I especially enjoyed the sections on the husband being a prophet, priest, and king to his wife.
"Even if I think my behavior was not particularly offensive, the fact that I acted without thinking about how my behavior might make my wife feel is enough to qualify my actions as inconsiderate." ~p. 178
"Even if I think my behavior was not particularly offensive, the fact that I acted without thinking about how my behavior might make my wife feel is enough to qualify my actions as inconsiderate." ~p. 178
July 29, 2014
As a reminder of what a godly husband is and how to become one, the book is a helpful and easy read. But it grows frustrating with it's continual stories, quotes from countless other authors, and simplified concepts. For the newlywed or engaged men out there, its a good intro to the rewarding and challenging role of being a husband. But for someone wanting something deeper, you'll get restless.
December 6, 2015
An excellent resource that helps husbands set a four nation of faith and truth in their marriage. Many of the things in this books seem intuitive, but those same lessons are the ones we forget so I am glad to be reminded.
A husband is a prophet, King, priest, servant-leader, and CEO. All of these and more are the roles in which the husband is instructed to act for God.
A husband is a prophet, King, priest, servant-leader, and CEO. All of these and more are the roles in which the husband is instructed to act for God.
January 25, 2016
A concise and practical approach to unpacking the biblical role of a husband. Lepine dives into the concept of servant-leadership and carefully instructs husbands and fiancés in the type of nurturing, protecting, and compassionate headship that God intended for marriage.
April 29, 2016
This is a great book for young men before they become husbands. It is a Biblical approach to real manhood. For those of us that have many years of being a husband under our belts, great reminders and challenges to live a biblical example to those who watch us. I believe it is a must read for men.
January 24, 2012
Better than average. Really insightful. Appraisal depends on stage of life. Right now a three. 10 years ago, a 4.5.
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August 8, 2013
well-organized, and helpful. it lays a good foundation to begin understanding your role as a man in marriage.
February 26, 2015
Great encouragement.
Even after 20+ years of marriage I found myself challenged and encouraged. A great read for any man who would like to care for his wife better.
Even after 20+ years of marriage I found myself challenged and encouraged. A great read for any man who would like to care for his wife better.
June 30, 2021
Solid book to prepare a man for marriage and read again many times through marriage. I appreciate the authors approach on what it means to lead and love as a husband
May 30, 2010
Excellent down to earth and helpful.
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