Because men and women often view relationships differently, women betrayed by cheating men are usually shattered, and betraying men are usually…. well, bewildered about all the fuss that results from their cheating. Without proper guidance, men have little chance of restoring relationship trust. In fact, they often make things worse. Robert Weiss, a nationally acclaimed secular expert in the treatment of sex and intimacy issues, provided a practical, effective guide for recovery after infidelity in his original version of Out of the Doghouse. He then invited colleague Marnie C. Ferree, an equally acclaimed expert within the Christian community, to adapt the book for a faith-based audience. The result is a perfect marriage between Weiss’ concrete relationship-saving steps and Ferree’s incorporation of a Christian perspective. Ferree brings familiar faith values and scripture to deepen the discussion of taking responsibility, rebuilding trust, and restoring intimacy. Christians aren’t immune from the decimating plague of infidelity. Yet underneath the hurt and betrayal, often there is still love. Out of the Doghouse for Christian Men provides a path of redemption for the men who cheat and a possibility of healing for the women they hurt. Not only can relationships be saved, they can emerge from the doghouse stronger than ever.
This was a requested read. It has its benefits and many general but reasonable steps that should be taken for men (they most certainly have a woman's dog house book - as well as non-Christian book). I might assume that if these efforts were put into practice before I had a divorce there may have been benefit. But I do believe that I will take these benefits on with my current relationship - which can make this book beneficial to couples even before there is betrayal