A Husband After God's Own Heart: 12 Things That Really Matter in Your Marriage

by Jim George

A more fulfilling marriage is within the reach of every husband--and getting there is not as difficult as you might think. In A Husband After God's Own Heart , bestselling author Jim George points you to the little touches that can bring big results. They're based on clear and simple priorities found in the Bible, and they will help... Especially valuable are the "Little Things That Make a Big Difference" applications at the end of every chapter. You'll be amazed at how small steps, in the right direction, can help you enjoy a better marriage.

Genres: Marriage, Nonfiction, Christianity

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

About the author

Jim George is a bestselling author and national speaker dedicated to helping people live a life after God’s own heart. For over 30 years, the teachings and steadfast example of Jim has helped countless men and women:

- Simplify life by focusing on God’s priorities.
- Appreciate God’s Word and apply it to everyday situations.
- Respond to circumstances with confidence by seeing yourself through God’s loving eyes.
- Increase closeness in marriage by serving and honoring each other.
- Powerfully shape the hearts of children and teenagers.
- Enjoy greater intimacy with God.

Jim is the bestselling author of A Man After God’s Own Heart and two-time finalist for the Gold Medallion Book Award. Besides writing, he has served as a pastor, seminary professor, and as a pharmacist with the Medical Service Corps of the Army Reserve.

Jim’s leadership influence has helped thousands of men honor God by modeling integrity in the workplace, learn to be better communicators, and build a strong legacy for their family. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Oklahoma, and a Master of Divinity and Master of Theology from Talbot School of Theology.

In the midst of their busy writing schedule, Elizabeth and Jim love spending time with their two married daughters and eight grandchildren, taking daily walks along golden sands, and enjoying the beautiful Hawaiian sunsets. They divide time residing in Honolulu, Hawaii and the Washington State coast.

Reviews

[Mandy J. Hoffman · Rating 5 out of 5]

MY REVIEW:

In these more specific books, Jim and Elizabeth George dig deeper into what being a Biblical husband and wife really mean and looks like. I enjoy their honest yet considerate and respectful approach to the wide variety of issues in marriage as they pertain to each the role. They are gentle yet firm and stas true to the Word of God.

I personally liked how these books were basic yet broad at the same time. They were also deep yet easy to understand and apply as well. They push spiritual growth based on the truth - the Bible.

Both of these books are great to be used on an individual basis, in counseling/mentoring situations, as group studies, and as a couple. They would also make some great pre-marital or newlywed counseling material to work through.

BOOK OVERVIEWS:

A WIFE AFTER GOD'S OWN HEART

One secret to marital bliss is for a wife to love her husband the way God designed for her to love him—even with his shortcomings. God hasn’t called a woman to change her husband, but to focus on her calling as a wife. And the rewards for doing so are rich! Elizabeth provides valuable and practical insights on 12 key areas of a marriage, including...

* What it means to be a husband’s helper
* What submission is and isn’t
* Nurturing joy in your home and family
* Excelling in your work...and making time for fun as a couple!

This book can be used alongside A Husband After God’s Own Heart, or as a stand–alone volume.

A HUSBAND AFTER GOD'S OWN HEART

The closer a husband is to God, the closer he will grow to his wife. That’s why it’s so vital for husbands to pursue God’s heart and get to know His perfect design for the man’s role in the marriage relationship. Husbands will find their marriages growing richer and deeper as they discover how to...

* win a wife’s heart through loving leadership
* enjoy better communication through careful listening
* build a happier home through wise guidance
* encourage the family’s spiritual growth by example
* excel at a career without sacrificing family priorities

Jim George addresses 12 areas of a husband’s life, providing men with powerful and practical applications for becoming a husband after God’s own heart. Includes a helpful study guide.

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read -- nothing earth shattering or too terribly "deep" but a lot of great reminders and tips for how husbands should treat their wives (from a Christian, biblical perspective) to keep and maintain a healthy, strong, vibrant marriage.

[Take]

thumbs up to God

[Take · Rating 5 out of 5]

two thmbs up for God

[Joseph Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. A lot of great examples and really shows you how to work at a Christian marriage.

[Calum Mackenzie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. Lots of practical ideas. He possibly shies away from specifics about advice regarding sex, which is a real shame.

There’s Bible study q’s/reflections at the end of the book on each chapter which I’ll return to do it goes in my head.

I’ve read the book in 24 hours and already started implementing ideas gained, which says a lot.

Recommend but I’m still going to need to read further, regarding sex and other related points.

[Nakhati Jon · Rating 5 out of 5]

The practical nature of this book has been a re-read for me. I pull out my copy and have many sentences underlined and four note papers placed in different sections of the book. The counsel in the book is for the man as a husband and a father.

Men, let's get honest with following the Lord in our marriage.

[Ernesto Melgin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent summary for men who want to be a good husband.

[Albert Ola. Eluwole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Useful

[Byron Flores · Rating 5 out of 5]

Un clásico que no pasa de moda con verdades basadas en la Biblia. Este libro me ha ayudado mucho

[Albert Vargas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gran Libro!

[Elieser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Li esse livro há muitos anos. Na época, foi impactante. Lembro do quanto me marcou e como foi importante pra ler outras obras similares.

[Gareth Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very relevant to all seasons on marriage!

[Tre Brickley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having read "A Man After God's Own Heart," this was a fitting sequel. I recommend it to every Christian husband, imperfect as it is.

[Gabriel Wallis · Rating 3 out of 5]

I honestly don't know how to review this book. It was good, but not that good; it was just mediocre. I ended up disagreeing with the author on a few issues presented in this book. The author seems to be a little out of touch with difficult marriages, and offers shoulds and coulds and ways to be the best in your marriage where it doesn't apply. I've read a few marriage books over the years and this book was the first book that didn't offer anything substantial. The information just didn't apply. Granted, it could help someone else out, but for me, it didn't speak volumes at all. Recommend it? Probably not.

[Diego Silva · Rating 5 out of 5]

importante libro para todo esposo que desea hacer de su vida que sea agradable a Dios. todo comienza siempre la relación íntima con Dios a través de Cristo.

al final de cada capítulo hay un resumen con tareas para que el lector considere realizarlas constantemente. Al final del libro hay un listado de preguntas que refuerzan cada capítulo a fin de que se haga un estudio más profundo del rolo de esposo según lo indica la Palabra de Dios.

[Sam · Rating 2 out of 5]

Another good book to focus you on your wife. Not thrilled with the writing/stories.

[Jeroen Van der wal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!