100 Ways to Love Your Husband: The Simple, Powerful Path to a Loving Marriage

by Lisa Jacobson

Couples with great marriages know one simple the best marriages are made up of many everyday decisions that say "I love you" rather than those that say "I love me." When we put the other person first, even in little ways, we find true fulfillment.

This book offers wives powerful, practical, hands-on advice to start applying immediately. Maybe you are just entering into marriage and want to start off on the right foot. Maybe you have made some mistakes along the way and are struggling to connect. Or maybe you want your marriage to go from good to great. Wherever you currently are in your relationship, let Lisa Jacobson help you learn how to love your husband well.

Genres: Marriage, Nonfiction, Christian, Self Help

144 pages, Paperback

Published October 1, 2019

About the author

I love reading and have an interest in many types of books--from fiction to nonfiction. These are my personal reviews based on the following criteria:
★★★★★ - A book I loved with strong writing and powerful content. One I'd keep on my bookshelf!
★★★★ - A book that is well-written and interesting or inspiring. Would likely reread.
★★★ - A book that I enjoyed but wouldn't necessarily read again.
★★ - A book I didn't enjoy but had some merit.
★ - A book I truly hated or couldn't finish.

Lisa Jacobson is an author, a speaker, and the founder of Club31Women. She is the author of the bestselling 100 Ways to Love Your Husband and other marriage and parenting books.

A graduate of Western Seminary, Lisa lives with her husband, Matt, in the Pacific Northwest, where they have raised their eight children. Together, Matt and Lisa are cohosts of the popular FAITHFUL LIFE podcast.

Reviews

[Mary Jackson _TheMaryReader · Rating 4 out of 5]

I feel like this book is for new couples, young couples. As an older lady have been married for many years all of the things in this book I do on a regular basis. So I would say this book would make a great weeding gift. It would be very enlightening for a new young couple for sure.
I gave 100 Ways to Love your Husband 4 stars and recommend it as a wedding gift.
The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are our own.

[Abbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Super practical, short and sweet. I also enjoyed the personal stories thrown in!

[Bree Hill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Saw this one early morning at the Walmart and found myself intrigued. Hopped on Libby and lucky for me they had it available. This is a really quick read with…suggestions?…on loving/for loving your husband. It is written by a woman of Faith so there are sprinklings of religion throughout but it mostly read like having a serious coffee date with a girlfriend at a time when it may feel like you’ve lost your way in your relationship and need that encouragement to keep going.

[E.A. · Rating 4 out of 5]

This little book was a delight to get! Being that I just got married a little less than 6 months ago I was excited to read up on ways I can better love my husband.

In fact, when I first got the book my husband was interested to see what some of the ways were so we went through some of them and got to chat about how they could be affective for him etc.

One of the only things that made me not be able to give this 5 stars is that it's a pretty...simple(?) book. There are portions that go more into depth about one of the ways, but most of them are just a few words or maybe a sentence. I think I was expecting something more in-depth with a little more wisdom or stories attached etc. This wasn't that.

If you're looking for a more in-depth book about marriage, this probably isn't the book for you. But, if you're looking for a book that will give you simple, tried and true ways to love your husband, this would be a great book for you! I know I'll flip back through it occasionally to make sure that I'm thinking about HOW I'm loving my husband, not just assuming that I am.

Thanks to the publisher for gifting me a free copy of this book!

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I received this book for free but was under no obligation to post a review. I do so under my own motivation and the opinions I have expressed in this review are honest and entirely my own.

[Candace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good. Simple. Easy. To the point. Some of the reasons had a little more explanation, but most were just quick things that were easy to remember and implement. Some made me feel guilty and want to work on it… and some, I was happy to see I already did! A good book to keep on hand and read again and again.

[eb weber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally read this wedding gift & it's a short, powerful read. Could read 1/day like a devo, too.

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was my first experience with anything from Lisa Jacobson. I didn’t know anything about her but the title really grabbed me. Who doesn’t want 100 practical ways to love their husband?!

The 100 ways were great. After 17 years with my husband, there were some that I’d already heard or read but there were also some really great ones in the list that I wondered why I hadn’t thought of.

But I was still a bit disappointed in the execution. It was more like a Pinterest list or a blog list. 100 things listed with very little commentary on each one. Sometimes it’s only a sentence. Sometimes a paragraph. A handful of them have a short, devotional-or-smaller size story from her personal life to go with them.

I just thought, surely she has a practical example for each of these. It appears they’ve been married for a while, longer than me, and yet she didn’t offer practical tips or how-to at all. Just the basic list. There were a few that I thought, well, how would I do that?

It just felt like a blog series more than a book. And maybe the physical copy translates a lot better. Maybe the pages are pretty and it’s meant to be a coffee table book. But none of that was translated to the ebook.

I have found that her companion book “100 affirmations your husband needs to hear” (or something like) which I am also reading, gives more commentary and story format. But it seems to me it would have been the opposite way around.

Thank you to the publisher for a review copy. My opinions are my own.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the companion to the 100 Ways to Love Your Wife which I got for my husband. I figured that we should do the two books together so that together we could have the best marriage.

If you're a wife dissatisfied with your marriage get started on this book now. Don't wait and say oh it's my husband's fault and he should read the book for men. It takes two to build a marriage but it only takes one to break it so get started today and let him follow along.

While I have been reading and working through the book for women my husband has been looking at and using the companion book for men. And together we have been transforming our marriage. Especially right now when fear is rampant in our country I think this is a great series of books for couples to do together. We all need reassurance and to know just how deeply we are loved and cherished and this is a great place to start when you don't know where to start.

Lots of bits of wisdom even for couples who've been married for many years. Often we forget to show our spouse that they really are the most important person in our lives and take for granted that they already know this. There are practical advice and tips on how to do this within this book.

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from NetGalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations

[Chrisann · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s not a secret that marriage has plenty of hard moments. If we aren’t constantly trying to choose each other and our marriage, it can be really easy to fail and not enjoy this gift we’ve been given.⁣
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This book is filled with short and sweet tips on how to love your husband and make your marriage healthier in simple every day ways. One of my favorite parts was the reminder to make the most of little moments. Other things are as simple as listening, saying kind words, loving touches, and not speaking unkindly about him to anyone. We live in a world that often promotes self over unity, and I believe our world would be better if we valued commitments and marriage more. We should always be trying to make things better, even when things seem to be going okay.⁣
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If you are a wife, I recommend this book to you! There is a version for husbands too! Here’s to strong marriages and loving our husbands well. ❤️⁣

Thank you to Revell Publishing for my gifted copy in exchange for my honest review.

[Jeanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always Chose Love.

I loved this book as it was encouraging to see different ways I can love my husband. I have been married now for 35 years. I have learned much about myself since then and choosing to love my husband is one of the most satisfying. I liken it to God choosing to love me. The 100 ways listed are mostly one to two sentences that pack a punch. A touch, a smile, an encouragement. Your husband needs to know someone is on his side. Being married means you complete someone. You are a help=mate to the other to know God and his holiness. You are chosen and I quote.
Who recognizes his strengths
Who balances his weaknesses
Who builds him up
Who understands him like no one else
Who encourages him when he's down or discouraged.
Who sleeps by his side at night
Who stands behind him
Who brings out the best in him
Who loves him for who he is.

Marriage is a wonderful thing. It is not idealistic but hard work that pays off. Highly recommend.

A Special Thank you to Revel and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.

[Bethany · Rating 4 out of 5]

Women often have so much on their plates daily. Between jobs, housework, children, relationships, and the many other responsibilities that we juggle, it is very easy to put our husbands in last place. I am often guilty of this, so I decided to pick up a copy of “100 Ways To Love Your Husband”.

This is a very basic and easy read. Each page lists a way to love your husband, with a paragraph of explanation along with it. There are also about ten tips that include a page or two with a personal story from the author. My only complaint about this book is that I wish more of the tips would have included the personal stories. The stories made it more interesting and applicable. However, this was still an easy read with valuable ideas to use in daily life.

Some of my favorite tips included:

“Pray for him.”

“Don’t try to change him.”

“Remember, he’s NOT your girlfriend.”

“Write little love notes.”

“Embrace your differences.”

“Keep in mind that marriage can be hard work.”

A lot of these ideas are ones that we have heard before, but I still found this book to be a good reminder of how to keep the bonds of marriage strong. I would recommend this book for newlyweds and long-married couples alike.

I received a copy this book from the Revell Reads Blogger Program, in return for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

[Shelly Reynolds · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let me start by saying, I am not usually one to read any kind of personal growth, relationship-building type of book. But, something about the 100 Ways to Love your Husband spoke to me. I ordered it, read it, and quickly realized that I was missing the mark when it came to loving my husband. After reading it, I immediately went to my husband and asked for his forgiveness. I thought I was an awesome wife, and in some ways, I truly think I am, but I had work to do. And work I did. Using the simple ways outlined in this book, our relationship strengthened, our love, while always there, was enhanced, and yes, our intimate times became, well....I'll let you figure that out.

Marriage is work, no doubt. But it's a journey, not a marathon, and it's a journey well worth taking together.

This book certainly changed my marriage - strengthened it, enhanced it, solidified it. As
most people have experienced, time makes you forget - makes you take for granted that your spouse knows what you're thinking. This book should not be a one-time read. It is an invaluable resource and one that should be kept handy and re-read lovingly.

[Melmo2610 · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick easy read, full of practical tips to show your husband that you love him. In the busyness of kids, jobs, and all the things clamoring for our attention, it can be dreadfully easy to forgot to show your hubby he is still the man of your dreams. This book is a good reminder to show love and with a few example stories thrown in, it makes for a must have for most any wife. Along with it’s companion book written by the author’s husband, these would make great wedding gifts.

I received this book from RevellReads and was not required to post a positive review. All thoughts are my own.

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

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This book is great for married couples. I loved how quick of a read this was. Lisa offers 100 suggestions on how to love your man and they are gold. They range from Be Sweet to Him to Make the Most of Little Moments to Hold Hands. I loved reading through all the different ideas and on some of them she even offers stories from her own life to help drive home the point. There were so many good reminders and even some I had not thought about. I will definitely be rereading this book over the many years to come in my own marriage.

[Charity (Booktrovert Reader) · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is full of reminders on how to love your husband well. Through small things and reminders to walk in forgiveness. Throughout the book, Lisa put some of her own experiences in there as well.

When I first opened the book, I wasn't sure if this a day-by-day kind of book or just read in one setting kind of a book. So, I wasn't sure to go about this book.

I wish there was a little more substance in the pages. More of a daily devotional than coming across than tips and tricks to love your husband.

This may be a good gift for a newly wedded couple.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This small book is a treasure. It is not intended to sit and read through, but it is wonderful to read a thought every day or two. Lisa Jacobson writes simple yet encouraging ideas to be a blessing to our husband. I appreciate the format and font: everything seems encouraging and not cluttered.
One of my favorite pages: "Know that marriage is like a long, slow walk together. More a marathon than a sprint. So just keep walking. Together."
Interspersed between the 100 tips are stories to help bring home some of the points.
This book would be great for a newly married wife or someone like me married nearly 25 years.

[Regina Chari · Rating 2 out of 5]

I’m not sure this book was a necessary addition to their Work. This likely could have been a blog post or a resource on their website. This little book combines helpful tips on how to help your husband feel loved but there is no advice or wisdom here, it is pretty much a list. There is one tip on each page and a short sentence on each one.

I think You Can Find better resources to meet your needs.

I received a copy of the book from the publisher Via NetGalley for the purpose of reviewing it. The opinions I have expressed are my own honest review.

[Lisa Jacobson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Because sometimes (often!) it's the little, daily things that really do add up over time.

[Gretchen Louise]

The perfect book to have in your purse or next to your desk, this little gem of a book provides 100 brief reflections on the importance of love and marriage, in a quick and easy-to-read style.

[Aurelia Mast-glick · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Simple, Powerful Path to a Loving Marriage

"But I had yet to learn that meeting the right guy is one thing - and loving him year after year is quite another." So says Lisa in her introduction. And I think she is so right. So what are those 100 ways and is Lisa really qualified to talk about them? Well, she has been married for 25 years; that definitely adds credibility to her words, in my opinion at least. She and her husband, Matt, have eight children, one with severe brain damage. Raising eight children, at least one with special needs, and still loving her husband through it all, also increases her credibility.

This book is a fast read, I think it took me around an hour to read it. It is basically a numbered list, one per page, of ways to love your husband. Most items have a paragraph or so expounding on it, some have only a sentence and a few have a two or three-page story to go with it. Most are just common sense items that we think, of course, and yet I needed the reminder once again to go out and truly, selflessly love my husband. I would recommend this book if you feel like you are growing stale in your love for your husband, if you are looking for that pick-me-up reminder of ways to show love, and if you just need the push from behind to give a little more effort to your marriage to take it from good to great.

They are not complicated things, but they do require effort, time, and energy, but that is the cost of relationships. One of the stories she gave was of being exceedingly, over-the-top excited to see a new acquaintance and her husband mentioned that he would like if she was that excited to see him. It's so easy for us to put our best foot forward outside the home and then drag around inside the home. I was convicted of number 13 on the list: Keep the passion burning. The single sentence under it said, "Start a small kitchen fire." And the story that went with it was how she was behind schedule with supper, everyone was hungry and she was frantically chopping vegetables. Her husband came into the kitchen and she couldn't spare him a glance, she was just too busy and frantic. He tried to hug her, but she couldn't lean in because she was too busy trying to get food ready for hungry stomachs. And then she was reminded that hearts need to be filled as well. I do this way too often. Don't get in my way when I'm busy in the kitchen scrambling to get supper on. Just leave me alone and set the table already. But that does nothing to deepen a relationship.

So I thought this was a great little book to have on hand to read through occasionally to provide some ideas of practical ways to love your husband and deepen your marriage.

I received this book from Revell and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.

[Shirley Alarie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick read. Basic, sound advice.

Author Lisa Jacobson’s 100 Ways to Love Your Husband The Simple, Powerful Path to a Loving Marriage is filled with tidbits of sound advice for Christian wives who want to love their husbands in the best possible way.

Many of the topics are only a few sentences, but some dive a little deeper into the author’s experiences. All are common sense and simple reminders. There are some references to applicable Bible verses, but the verses themselves are not included. I didn’t take the time to look them up and felt it would have been helpful if they’d been included.

100 Ways to Love Your Husband is a newly released version of a previously published book. It can be read as a daily devotion, where each bite-sized topic is savored and absorbed. Or you could buzz through it quickly and read repeatedly as you need a refresher. Because, let’s face it, even good marriages have challenges. People aren’t perfect. Even the best spouse has irritating habits and bad days. Even the best Christian wives can wander off track and start taking a good man for granted.

100 Ways to Love Your Husband is the companion to 100 Ways to Love Your Wife. The husband and wife author duo also have “affirmation” companion books for married couples.

How this book affected me:
As an “old married lady” who’s blessed with an overall great marriage, I found this book to be a good reminder of getting back to the basics. Communication and respect are critical aspects of a good and lasting marriage. We can all probably use a little improvement in these areas. This book opened my eyes to the ways I’ve been taking my husband for granted. Marriage (as any relationship) can always be improved with concerted effort.

Who would enjoy this book:
100 Ways to Love Your Husband would make a good gift for a newly engaged or married wife or the pair of books for a newly married couple or as wedding gifts. It can also serve as a reality-check for wives struggling within their marriage.

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[Jill Rey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Whether you’ve been married 50 minutes or 50 years this book has relevance to EVERYONE! It is the perfect reminder to make every second count, never take your partner for granted and be reminiscent for why you fell in love with “your person” in the first place. I loved that Jacobson put such great reminders down on paper, from simple things like continuing to create date nights to the power of handholding. Some of my favorites were:

#21 – Protect your marriage – don’t let insecurities get in the way of happiness

#42 – Admire your spouse and remind them of all their “winning” qualities

#49 – Show appreciation for the many things your partner does – like unloading the dishwasher once to your million times. It takes all of two seconds to thank them, be sincere and show gratitude. Make THEM smile.

#58 – Intertwine your lives –point to do everything together, from grocery runs to gas fills it doesn’t matter. So much of our days are spent apart at work, why not jump at the chance to do the small things together.

#70 – Listen sympathetically to their day – this is a hard one for me because I am a firm believer of leaving work at work.

#87 – Gratefully accept his gifts

And lastly, never, NEVER forget to love your spouse. These all seem so easy, but don’t let the routine of life let you forget them.

*Disclaimer: A review copy was provided by the publisher. All opinions are my own.

[Stephanie Bishop · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like to think we have a great, solid marriage. But, I also say over and over, there’s ALWAYS room for improvement. And since I’m a reader- books like 100 Ways to Love Your Husband by Lisa Jacobson are great supplements for me.

My favorite part about Lisa Jacobson’s book is that it’s short and sweet. Each page is another way you can show love to your spouse, in easy ways. Small things you can add to your daily routine. Words you can say to them when they need a pick-me-up. And she shares little anecdotes from times in her life, that made her realize she needed to implement these things in her marriage. I loved seeing the ways that questions she asked, or how things that she did affected her marriage. Sometimes the smallest things make the biggest impacts!

There’s not a ton of fluff- the book is straightforward and easily implemented. So, if you’re looking for ways to give a little care to your marriage- this would be a good book for you to pick up!

I’m currently reading another one of her books- 100 Words of Affirmation Your Husband Needs to Hear, because that happens to be my Hubby’s love language. But, 100 Ways to Love Your Husband has ALL kinds of ways to love your spouse.

A well tended marriage is a long-lasting one. So, again- take a little time to care for your marriage and you’ll be a happier spouse in turn.

*I received 100 Ways to Love Your Husband from Revell in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

[Maryann · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great pair of books for a wedding or anniversary gift. Each one has 100 practical ideas for loving your spouse better. They vary in length, some a few paragraphs, others just a few words. Every so often there will be a longer example or story that may take up a page or two. Definitely nothing daunting for someone seeking to truly care for their husband or wife.

#27 – Be honest. It is important to speak the truth – in love – to him. Always. Don’t compromise with half-truths or little secrets. Speak straight and true, even when it is difficult to do so.

100 Ways to Love Your Husband, Lisa Jacobson
#25 – Accept that she thinks differently from you. A wise husband doesn’t want a “rubber stamp” wife who automatically validates everything he thinks and wants to do. She sees things differently and that is a very important benefit of her personality. Value it. Don’t minimize her unique perspective and intuition – it’s a God-given gift to help you make wiser decisions.

100 Ways to Love Your Wife, Matt Jacobson
Those are just two examples. The other entries are just as simple and easy to read. The books are full of practical reminders of things you can do to truly help your marriage grow closer in love and understanding.

*I was provided a complimentary copy of this book by the publisher for review. All opinions are my own

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

“100 Ways to Love your Husband” is my first book I have read by Lisa Jacobson. And I am really surprised to have found out this is a reprint. It originally came out in 2014. This being said there are already over 400 reviews for this book currently listed on Amazon so I am not sure if I can really say anything that those reviews have not already covered. However, I am still going to give my honest review of this book. When I signed up to read this book, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had purchased a similar book in the past and was sorely disappointed in the lack of content in that one but still wanted to give this one a chance since it’s a different author. And I have to say I’m kind of disappointed in this one too because it seems to me that a lot of what I am reading in it my husband and I already do. Also I feel like some of it is common sense. I feel like this book may be be better suited to someone who is more newly married or someone who is engaged and getting married. It might help them to better understand marriage. It might also be well suited for someone who may not have had a good example of a marriage growing up.

Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book in order to give an honest review.

[Janelle Cole · Rating 4 out of 5]

When a couple chooses to get married, little do they know, when they stand before the congregation, how much work this decision will require. When we see couples who have been married for decades it is hard to realize all the work that has gone on behind the scenes, but if you ask them, they will tell you it was tremendous!


Lisa Jacobson has delivered a book that will help you be more intentional and focused on the work of investing in your marriage and specifically communicating love to your husband. The book has 100 different suggestions of simple acts to show love to your husband. None of the ideas are earth shattering, but the book is a fantastic tool to help you be more intentional and focus on being kind and loving.

This book would lend itself to being used like a devotion book and reading through an idea and the summary along with it. Then spending some time praying about creative ways to follow through with the suggestions.

NOTE: I received a copy of 100 Ways to Love your Husband in exchange for an honest review.

[Kayla (IG: kaylasbookgram) · Rating 4 out of 5]

“But I had yet to learn that meeting the right guy is one thing—and loving him year after year is quite another. That marrying him would turn out to be both an amazing adventure and a significant challenge. A relationship like no other. I would discover that finding Mr. Right is not a one-way ticket to happiness but only the beginning of a lifelong journey of learning to love each other.”

This book is a great reminder or encourager for any wife, newly wed or wed for a while. It helps us to see how we can better show our man the love he deserves and needs even when our needs may not being fully met we need to show him love in order to receive that love in return. As a Christian returning to faith I loved the addition of scriptures to help show where God should be in your marriage. I honestly wish I had the hard copy to write in the scriptures where needed and make notes myself. This is a fast & gently read for anyone just wanting to be reminded of where we need to be in our marriages and our walk with the Lord.

[Amy Juett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Remember that advice you got at your bridal shower to “never forget to do the little things”? In the chaos of motherhood and day to day life, those little things are easy to overlook, push aside, and neglect altogether. That’s where this book comes in.

100 Ways to Love Your Husband is full of those little things that breathe life and put the spark into our marriages. From “greeting him with a smile” to “fixing his favorite foods” to “admire him,” each of the 100 ways is a quick and easy read with meaningful ideas for showing love to our husbands, with some having a little extra encouragement.

I am looking forward to continuing to use this book to remind me to practice all those little things that will keep our marriage thriving through all seasons of life.

Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book to review from the publisher. However, all views expressed in this review are mine from my own reading of this book.

[C.E. Hart · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love books that promote positivity, respect, love, and Godliness in a marriage, so the title, 100 Ways to Love Your Husband, resonated with me. Positivity breeds positivity, and Love empowers the giver as well as the receiver.

This book is a bit different than I expected. Rather than tools and techniques, it showcases thought-provoking statements, verses, and explanations. Each page represents a particular theme or assertion, stimulating a succinct thought process that can change your attitude throughout the day.

Although I expected something deeper from this book, I do find value in its simplicity. It takes only a moment or two to read a page that can project your thoughts and actions in a positive way. Similar to a devotion book.

Source: I received a complimentary copy of from the publisher with no obligation to post a review.

[Fay Jacobsohn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent book and an easy read on how to love your husband. After having been married 30 years, I can attest that it gives great advice. Each page gives a simple truth to follow which she sometimes expounds on or gives an example in her own life. Some of the ideas are planning to stay committed, showing love and kindness, and showing respect to your husband.

Whether you are just starting out or have been struggling in your marriage or have been married a long time, this book gives practical help for any wife. I thought it was a great book. Many of the truths are founded on Scriptural principles. I look forward to sharing it as a gift to some young moms I know.

(Please Note: Although a copy of this book was sent to me by Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group to review, the opinions expressed are my own.)