Bringing Out the Best in Your Marriage

by H. Norman Wright

"Take your marriage to a new level and read this book--it will revolutionize the way you relate to your spouse."--Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, founders of RealRelationships.com; authors of Saving Your Marriage Before it Starts

Bookstore shelves are crammed with claims about how you can get what you want out of your spouse . . . but affectionate, long-lasting relationships thrive when the tables are turned and each spouse focuses on giving , not getting! In this book, bestselling author H. Norman Wright combines two popular marriage resources into one volume. In book one, Bringing Out the Best in Your Husband , he shows women biblical, practical, and proven ways to help encourage the man in their life and make their home a safe haven of respect and love. In book two, Bringing Out the Best in Your Wife , Dr. Wright shows men how to cherish their wife and speak her language of love in ways she can understand. You have an impact on your spouse, so choose how to turn that impact into a loving, joy-filled marriage that stands the test of time.

Includes questions for individual or small group study.

Unlock Your Spouse's Heart with the Key of Encouragement

Genres: Marriage, Relationships, Self Help

432 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2010

About the author

H. Norman Wright is a well-respected Christian counselor who has helped thousands of people improve their relationships and deal with grief, tragedy, and other concerns. He helps couples bring vibrancy to their relationships through counseling, seminars, and more than 90 books, including Before You Say “I Do” and After You Say “I Do.” Norm also reveals insights for spiritual growth, great relationships, and success in devotionals that include Strong to the Core, Quiet Times for Every Parent, and Truly Devoted: What Dogs Teach Us About Life, Love, and Loyalty. www.hnormanwright.com

Reviews

[Mark Donovan · Rating 2 out of 5]

The definitive guide on how every woman should serve their husband.

Just joking, this is an antiquated sexist book full of religious nonsense.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is not very thick, but it's packed with helpful advice that must be ingested slowly. I kept it next to my bible and read it as part of my morning devotions. So many times my husband was in the next room over and I would literally pause, read him a passage, then ask, "Does that describe you?" The answer was unanimously "Yes."

We had some good talks and I found several new ways to better communicate with and show love to my husband. Also, I understand him way better now. I realize there are so many other men out there who act just like him in certain situations. That understanding will go a long way in strengthening our trust, and it just feels better!

[Jennifer Johnston · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some good takeaways

There were really good Biblical insights references and advice. But this book could have been half as long without including every comment received on surveys. Maybe with so much included, there was something applicable to more situations.

[B · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall, this book was okay. If you've read Wright's Communication: Key to Your Marriage, then there's a lot of overlap. In addition, two whole chapters are given to comments: one from women and one from men. It's not one I'll read or reference again.

[Brooke Fradd · Rating 3 out of 5]

While I enjoyed some of the parts written by the author, the filler "speak out" portions caused me to roll my eyes more than once. Very refreshing to see a Christian book encouraging women NOT to pick up after their husbands (and so emasculate her husband by treating him like a child). Then the women encourages speak portion told me to be dressed and have my hair and make up done when my husband got home seemed to undermine everything I'd learned.

[Samar · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first five chapter were helpful and to the point. However, the last 4 ones (about 40% of the book) were just testimonials, that may be a bit encouraging but did not add value to me in a way that made me skip some parts.