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CROWN 30 Wife-Changing Lessons
Whether you’re in the honeymoon stage or celebrating your fiftieth anniversary, you have never before been in this season of your marriage. Your family dynamics, finances, health, emotional state, location, ministry, employment status— all the factors of your life—are in a perpetual state of transition. As a married woman, you are continually wife-changing. The scriptures never change, but they can always be freshly applied to every season of marriage.
Crown is a resource that combines solid Bible teaching, humorous and humbling tales from the author’s own marriage journey, and dozens of compelling stories from real women just like you. Based on Proverbs 12:4, “An excellent wife is the crown of her husband,” Crown includes concrete, scriptural truths and real-life examples that will equip you to be the excellent wife God created you to be. Complex issues such as biblical roles within marriage, physical intimacy, communication, forgiveness, and home management are all addressed with candid honesty, encouragement and biblical substance. In thirty wife-changing lessons, you will be instructed, challenged, and motivated to walk in obedience to God’s beautiful design for marriage.
Crown is a resource that combines solid Bible teaching, humorous and humbling tales from the author’s own marriage journey, and dozens of compelling stories from real women just like you. Based on Proverbs 12:4, “An excellent wife is the crown of her husband,” Crown includes concrete, scriptural truths and real-life examples that will equip you to be the excellent wife God created you to be. Complex issues such as biblical roles within marriage, physical intimacy, communication, forgiveness, and home management are all addressed with candid honesty, encouragement and biblical substance. In thirty wife-changing lessons, you will be instructed, challenged, and motivated to walk in obedience to God’s beautiful design for marriage.
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First published August 20, 2019
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April 23, 2020
" Every opportunity you have to glorifies God, no matter how small, is a privilege! Your life is not actually about you, and it's not about your husband. It is not about your marriage or your family. As a Christian, your life is all about Jesus. And the One who wore a crown of thorns and laid down His life to save your soul is entirely worthy of every sacrifice you can make."
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Superb book that stays true to God's word and teachings. Highly recommend.
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Superb book that stays true to God's word and teachings. Highly recommend.
August 25, 2019
Is Crown the Perfect Jewel That Wives Need?
In a word? No. That would be Jesus.
However, Crown is a beautiful example of what happens when someone goes to Jesus’ Word and uses His words to encourage others. With careful attention to speaking truth, in love, and with care to avoid misunderstandings, Nancy Kaser tackles the Biblical view of marriage and shows readers how to apply those principles to everyday life.
The book is divided into six chapters with five lessons per chapter. Or, as the title puts it, in “30 wife-changing lessons.” I just love that subtitle. Those chapters cover one themed topic—themes like yield, help, smile, gift… and within those, the deeper lessons. From sacrificial servanthood to simple things like smiling (that aren’t always so simple to do, right?), she addresses the life of a wife.
Because of that setup, someone could dig deep into the book in six weeks, spending each weekday in one lesson. It would be time-consuming to do a thorough job, but not excessively so. Or, if you prefer, it could easily be done in a little over six months. One lesson could be tackled each week of the month.
There are so many amazing things to say about Crown.
With careful attention to Scriptural accuracy and a compassionate devotion to the topic, Crown is written with an intelligent but approachable voice. The book lapses into conversational style when Kaser tells one of her stories to illustrate a point. Want to know what Daniel Boone has to do with her marriage? Read the book.
Look, she’s even an overachiever! Where many wives joke about hiding purchases from their husbands, Kaser admits to hiding the money for a purchase from her husband! She hadn’t even spent it yet!
I hope that answers the question of whether the book is written from a lofty tower of self-righteousness. It is not. Kaser offers a realistic and approachable look at Biblical marriage from the viewpoint of one who has made the mistakes as well as learned from and grown through them.
That said, she doesn’t pull punches.
One of my favorite quotes from Crown had to do with gloating in someone else’s failures… or maybe it was modesty? I can’t remember the context, but she wrote,
You are having your ego stroked by someone else’s sin, and you need to repent.”
Seriously? BRILLIANT. How often do authors risk that kind of forthright, candid response to sin these days?
Another thing I loved was how she made a point of reminding us that she was writing to wives. Yes, husbands have admonitions, too, but our responsibility before the Lord does not change based on how obedient our husbands are. As firm as she stands on a Biblical perspective of marriage, Kaser doesn’t advocate for a dangerous, slavish devotion to the ideal without acknowledging that we live in a sin-filled world and sometimes that means there are exceptions that God has allowed for. Still, she writes primarily to the “rule” rather than the “exception.”
Who is it best for?
I suspect the worst five words you could say to an editor is, “My book is for everyone.”
Well, Nancy Kaser doesn’t make that claim, but I do. So much of Crown applies to Christians in general. We are called the “Bride of Christ,” after all. Even men could learn a thing or two about yielding, smiling, order, and helping, right? Young, unmarried women could get a realistic view of what it means to be married and maybe, just maybe, get a good idea of what kind of man they want to marry in the first place. Young men? Yeah, them, too.
While Nancy Kaser did send me a free ARC of the book, I purchased both the Kindle (for easy searchability) and ten physical copies myself. I think that speaks to what I really think of the book. :)
In a word? No. That would be Jesus.
However, Crown is a beautiful example of what happens when someone goes to Jesus’ Word and uses His words to encourage others. With careful attention to speaking truth, in love, and with care to avoid misunderstandings, Nancy Kaser tackles the Biblical view of marriage and shows readers how to apply those principles to everyday life.
The book is divided into six chapters with five lessons per chapter. Or, as the title puts it, in “30 wife-changing lessons.” I just love that subtitle. Those chapters cover one themed topic—themes like yield, help, smile, gift… and within those, the deeper lessons. From sacrificial servanthood to simple things like smiling (that aren’t always so simple to do, right?), she addresses the life of a wife.
Because of that setup, someone could dig deep into the book in six weeks, spending each weekday in one lesson. It would be time-consuming to do a thorough job, but not excessively so. Or, if you prefer, it could easily be done in a little over six months. One lesson could be tackled each week of the month.
There are so many amazing things to say about Crown.
With careful attention to Scriptural accuracy and a compassionate devotion to the topic, Crown is written with an intelligent but approachable voice. The book lapses into conversational style when Kaser tells one of her stories to illustrate a point. Want to know what Daniel Boone has to do with her marriage? Read the book.
Look, she’s even an overachiever! Where many wives joke about hiding purchases from their husbands, Kaser admits to hiding the money for a purchase from her husband! She hadn’t even spent it yet!
I hope that answers the question of whether the book is written from a lofty tower of self-righteousness. It is not. Kaser offers a realistic and approachable look at Biblical marriage from the viewpoint of one who has made the mistakes as well as learned from and grown through them.
That said, she doesn’t pull punches.
One of my favorite quotes from Crown had to do with gloating in someone else’s failures… or maybe it was modesty? I can’t remember the context, but she wrote,
You are having your ego stroked by someone else’s sin, and you need to repent.”
Seriously? BRILLIANT. How often do authors risk that kind of forthright, candid response to sin these days?
Another thing I loved was how she made a point of reminding us that she was writing to wives. Yes, husbands have admonitions, too, but our responsibility before the Lord does not change based on how obedient our husbands are. As firm as she stands on a Biblical perspective of marriage, Kaser doesn’t advocate for a dangerous, slavish devotion to the ideal without acknowledging that we live in a sin-filled world and sometimes that means there are exceptions that God has allowed for. Still, she writes primarily to the “rule” rather than the “exception.”
Who is it best for?
I suspect the worst five words you could say to an editor is, “My book is for everyone.”
Well, Nancy Kaser doesn’t make that claim, but I do. So much of Crown applies to Christians in general. We are called the “Bride of Christ,” after all. Even men could learn a thing or two about yielding, smiling, order, and helping, right? Young, unmarried women could get a realistic view of what it means to be married and maybe, just maybe, get a good idea of what kind of man they want to marry in the first place. Young men? Yeah, them, too.
While Nancy Kaser did send me a free ARC of the book, I purchased both the Kindle (for easy searchability) and ten physical copies myself. I think that speaks to what I really think of the book. :)
August 1, 2024
Bible-based, convicting, relateable, practical, and encouraging! Every wife and woman preparing for marriage should read this book. It’s a book that should be read again and again as it will be helpful in each season of marriage and life.
December 22, 2019
This is the best book about marriage that I have ever read. I have read quite a few, and rarely think about one after I finish it—but there are several things in this one that keep coming back to my mind. I appreciated the encouragement to show my husband how much I care about him, and the encouragement that keeping the home running smoothly is my job as a Christian wife. I also appreciated the emphasis on the Bible, and keeping Jesus as the center of everything. Every wife ought to read and reread this book. I intend to read it again at least once!
June 17, 2022
Outside of scripture, this is probably the best book on being a Christian wife that I've ever come across.
Every word is backed with scripture and made applicable through real-life stories that will help you learn to apply scripture to your life.
I plan to read it every year!
Every word is backed with scripture and made applicable through real-life stories that will help you learn to apply scripture to your life.
I plan to read it every year!
May 6, 2020
This book is SO good! Nancy gives much guidance and practical, Biblical help. Even if you consider your marriage a good one, we can always improve. Read this book!!
December 19, 2019
The beginning of the book drew me in right away. The author talks about salvation in a way that is very clear and concise. I also believe that just because you said the sinners prayers once, doesn't mean you automatically will go to heaven. I loved the acronym she uses for GOSPEL. I encourage you to write it down somewhere so you can always see it. It is nice to see at the end of each chapter questions that are very useful in the study and helps you dig deeper into the Word.
The author is very upfront about what a Godly marriage is. She lays out exactly two reasons the Bible gives where divorce can be considered-sexual immorality and abandonment. The key here is that the Bible would consider those reasons, not that it is a get out of marriage free card. Many marriages have been through a spouse cheating found their way back and forgiven.
Do you remember saying your vows? I do and know how serious God takes those as well. We make a covenant with each other and God. We don't get to walk away when the going gets tough. We are to stick by each each in good and bad times. Believe me the enemy will throw temptation at us and if we are not working as one, he will find a way into your marriage.
There is no such thing as a perfect marriage. We don't live like Mrs. Cleaver with pearls on each day, the house in perfect order and home cooked meals everyday. We have busy lives and sometimes are distracted from the importance of spending time with our spouse. The key to any great marriage is communication. If we can't share our burdens with each other, we need to find out what is stopping us from doing that.
The book is very well written and each chapter is filled with examples, wisdom and encouragement. "The one thing you have to" do is to determine your husband is first in your heart and be intentional about staying connected to him." I do have to disagree a little with this statement. God should be first in our heart, then our husband. I do agree that our children need to see us honor their father to set a good example for them. They will learn to respect and honor their spouse when they grow up because they saw the example of that in their home growing up.
I want to mention the part in the book about guarding your tongue. So many women love to say bad things about their husbands. They complain they are lazy, never talk etc. Don't be part of that conversation. I have been know to shut down that type of conversation by these words;" I love my husband and would never say anything negative about him to others. I'm sure you would hope that he is doing the same by saying kind things about you to others." Remember we are to honor our husband and not be part of the "husband bashing" going on in conversations with other people. If someone is saying hurtful things about their spouse pray for them and suggest they speak to their spouse about how they are feeling. Remember communication, trust and respect is everything.
"As you guard your heart above all else, the rest of your life will be guarded as well."
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.
The author is very upfront about what a Godly marriage is. She lays out exactly two reasons the Bible gives where divorce can be considered-sexual immorality and abandonment. The key here is that the Bible would consider those reasons, not that it is a get out of marriage free card. Many marriages have been through a spouse cheating found their way back and forgiven.
Do you remember saying your vows? I do and know how serious God takes those as well. We make a covenant with each other and God. We don't get to walk away when the going gets tough. We are to stick by each each in good and bad times. Believe me the enemy will throw temptation at us and if we are not working as one, he will find a way into your marriage.
There is no such thing as a perfect marriage. We don't live like Mrs. Cleaver with pearls on each day, the house in perfect order and home cooked meals everyday. We have busy lives and sometimes are distracted from the importance of spending time with our spouse. The key to any great marriage is communication. If we can't share our burdens with each other, we need to find out what is stopping us from doing that.
The book is very well written and each chapter is filled with examples, wisdom and encouragement. "The one thing you have to" do is to determine your husband is first in your heart and be intentional about staying connected to him." I do have to disagree a little with this statement. God should be first in our heart, then our husband. I do agree that our children need to see us honor their father to set a good example for them. They will learn to respect and honor their spouse when they grow up because they saw the example of that in their home growing up.
I want to mention the part in the book about guarding your tongue. So many women love to say bad things about their husbands. They complain they are lazy, never talk etc. Don't be part of that conversation. I have been know to shut down that type of conversation by these words;" I love my husband and would never say anything negative about him to others. I'm sure you would hope that he is doing the same by saying kind things about you to others." Remember we are to honor our husband and not be part of the "husband bashing" going on in conversations with other people. If someone is saying hurtful things about their spouse pray for them and suggest they speak to their spouse about how they are feeling. Remember communication, trust and respect is everything.
"As you guard your heart above all else, the rest of your life will be guarded as well."
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.
December 28, 2019
Whether you’re in the honeymoon stage or celebrating your fiftieth anniversary, you have never before been in this season of your marriage. Your family dynamics, finances, health, emotional state, location, ministry, employment status—all the factors of your life—are in a perpetual state of transition. As a married woman, you are continually wife-changing. The Scriptures never change, but they can always be freshly applied to every season of marriage.
Crown is a resource that combines solid Bible teaching, humorous and humbling tales from the author’s own marriage journey, and dozens of compelling stories from real women just like you. Based on Proverbs 12:4, “An excellent wife is the crown of her husband,” Crown includes concrete Scriptural truths and real-life examples that will equip you to be the excellent wife God created you to be. Complex issues such as biblical roles within marriage, physical intimacy, communication, forgiveness, and home management are all addressed with candid honesty, encouragement, and biblical substance. In thirty wife-changing lessons, you will be instructed, challenged, and motivated to walk in obedience to God’s beautiful design for marriage.
My Thoughts: This is a wonderful study for women that is designed as a six-week Bible study that can be completed alone or in a group setting. It is structured so that you can read one day’s worth of material, five days a week, for six weeks. It contains Bible teaching, both humorous and humbling tales of the author's marriage path, and dozens of personal stories from real wives that Nancy Kaser has counseled over the years. This is a wonderful study for women of all ages, newlyweds or for those married for years; all women will benefit from this study. The author says "The Word Is Truth
We cannot know everything God says about marriage if we study only the handful of Scriptures that directly address marriage. Instead, we must study the entire Bible". I agree fully with the author on this, and Nancy Kaser takes the reader through what the reader may consider basics to make sure that we know what the gospel is and we study the scriptures thoroughly. Nancy shows the reader how to yield to God, to be a good helper to her husband, covers some difficult topics like divorce and submission. This is a wonderful study, and I highly recommend it to all. I know that I will certainly use this in my ministry to women.
Crown is a resource that combines solid Bible teaching, humorous and humbling tales from the author’s own marriage journey, and dozens of compelling stories from real women just like you. Based on Proverbs 12:4, “An excellent wife is the crown of her husband,” Crown includes concrete Scriptural truths and real-life examples that will equip you to be the excellent wife God created you to be. Complex issues such as biblical roles within marriage, physical intimacy, communication, forgiveness, and home management are all addressed with candid honesty, encouragement, and biblical substance. In thirty wife-changing lessons, you will be instructed, challenged, and motivated to walk in obedience to God’s beautiful design for marriage.
My Thoughts: This is a wonderful study for women that is designed as a six-week Bible study that can be completed alone or in a group setting. It is structured so that you can read one day’s worth of material, five days a week, for six weeks. It contains Bible teaching, both humorous and humbling tales of the author's marriage path, and dozens of personal stories from real wives that Nancy Kaser has counseled over the years. This is a wonderful study for women of all ages, newlyweds or for those married for years; all women will benefit from this study. The author says "The Word Is Truth
We cannot know everything God says about marriage if we study only the handful of Scriptures that directly address marriage. Instead, we must study the entire Bible". I agree fully with the author on this, and Nancy Kaser takes the reader through what the reader may consider basics to make sure that we know what the gospel is and we study the scriptures thoroughly. Nancy shows the reader how to yield to God, to be a good helper to her husband, covers some difficult topics like divorce and submission. This is a wonderful study, and I highly recommend it to all. I know that I will certainly use this in my ministry to women.
December 18, 2019
"Crown" by Nancy Kaser is a book that is designed as a six-week Bible study that is designed for five days a week. This book is a really good tool to help every wife to enrich their marriage whether you are a newlyweds or been married for fifty years!
The chapter that really helped me the most is lesson 12, on page 152, entitled "A Husband Is A Poor Substitute for a Saviour."
It reminded me that
No person can be the foundation of your identity.
No person can provide the source for your joy.
No person can you a reason to get up in the morning.
No person can give you a reason to continue in the midst of difficulty.
No person can be the carrier of your hope.
No person can give your heart peace and rest.
No person can change you from the inside out.
No person can alter your past.
No person can atone for your wrongs."
This book has compelling stories from other wives and the author's own marriage.
This book has lessons on whether you are truly saved or not, wife Biblical roles, physical intimacy and communication and forgiveness and submitting.
This book will really help you change spiritually if you really apply yourself and answer the questions honestly here is one such question " Have you battled with feeling disappointed because your husband hasn't met your expectations? Do you need to surrender your expectations to the Lord and decide to help your husband as he is today? Write a prayer of surrender here.
I really think this is a book all wives should read!
I was given a complimentary copy by the author and Celebrate Lit. These opinions are my own.
The chapter that really helped me the most is lesson 12, on page 152, entitled "A Husband Is A Poor Substitute for a Saviour."
It reminded me that
No person can be the foundation of your identity.
No person can provide the source for your joy.
No person can you a reason to get up in the morning.
No person can give you a reason to continue in the midst of difficulty.
No person can be the carrier of your hope.
No person can give your heart peace and rest.
No person can change you from the inside out.
No person can alter your past.
No person can atone for your wrongs."
This book has compelling stories from other wives and the author's own marriage.
This book has lessons on whether you are truly saved or not, wife Biblical roles, physical intimacy and communication and forgiveness and submitting.
This book will really help you change spiritually if you really apply yourself and answer the questions honestly here is one such question " Have you battled with feeling disappointed because your husband hasn't met your expectations? Do you need to surrender your expectations to the Lord and decide to help your husband as he is today? Write a prayer of surrender here.
I really think this is a book all wives should read!
I was given a complimentary copy by the author and Celebrate Lit. These opinions are my own.
August 22, 2019
As women, it is challenging to sift through all the different voices telling us how to live, how to arrange our priorities, and what to value. This is especially true in the arena of marriage and family.
Nancy Kaser takes her years of experience counseling women and presents information in an engaging format. Throughout the book, relevant Bible passages are woven into the text along with real-life examples. Each topic builds on the one before
The author’s book title, Crown, is based on Proverbs 12:4 which says that “an excellent wife is the crown of her husband.” Crown is designed as a six-week study that can be used individually or with a group. It includes six sections with five lessons each. The sections are:
YIELD–Laying a foundation built on the Word of God
HELP–Understanding and occupying your role as the helper in your marriage
SMILE–Choosing to live in joy, forgiveness, and friendship with your husband
ORDER–Managing your life according to God’s priorities for a wife
GIFT–Pursuing and guarding God’s plan for sexuality in your marriage
INCREASE–Being married with your eyes fixed on your heavenly Groom
Each lesson concludes with thoughtful discussion and application questions. Also, additional materials are available on the author’s website.
Crown is accessible yet filled to the brim with challenging ideas. Any woman (and her marriage) will benefit from taking the time to read and apply the principles in this book.
Note: I received a pre-release copy and was not compensated in any way for this review.
Nancy Kaser takes her years of experience counseling women and presents information in an engaging format. Throughout the book, relevant Bible passages are woven into the text along with real-life examples. Each topic builds on the one before
The author’s book title, Crown, is based on Proverbs 12:4 which says that “an excellent wife is the crown of her husband.” Crown is designed as a six-week study that can be used individually or with a group. It includes six sections with five lessons each. The sections are:
YIELD–Laying a foundation built on the Word of God
HELP–Understanding and occupying your role as the helper in your marriage
SMILE–Choosing to live in joy, forgiveness, and friendship with your husband
ORDER–Managing your life according to God’s priorities for a wife
GIFT–Pursuing and guarding God’s plan for sexuality in your marriage
INCREASE–Being married with your eyes fixed on your heavenly Groom
Each lesson concludes with thoughtful discussion and application questions. Also, additional materials are available on the author’s website.
Crown is accessible yet filled to the brim with challenging ideas. Any woman (and her marriage) will benefit from taking the time to read and apply the principles in this book.
Note: I received a pre-release copy and was not compensated in any way for this review.
December 21, 2019
My Thoughts on Crown 30 Wife Changing Lessons:
This book talks about and tackles some of the hardest issues within a marriage but does it in such a fun and humorous way that you aren't put off, but rather have to keep reading. You as a wife will change through this book and your life will change as well.
Every wife should be getting a copy of this book in their Christmas stocking this year. This book would also make a wonderful gift at a bridal shower. I firmly believe this is a book that can be read over and over again and different things gleaned each time.
This really is a book that everyone can benefit from. The chapters are divided up well with each new chapter tackling a new topic.
A physical copy of this book is what I'm hoping for in my stocking this year too! I received an e-copy of the book for my review but now I want a physical one so I can feel the pages and make my own notes.
This book is definitely Bible-based and is going to make you think! I think this would be a great one to use as a study with a group of church women. It's based on the Word and uses Scripture throughout.
Highly recommend a copy of this book for every house and every couple.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. 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.
This book talks about and tackles some of the hardest issues within a marriage but does it in such a fun and humorous way that you aren't put off, but rather have to keep reading. You as a wife will change through this book and your life will change as well.
Every wife should be getting a copy of this book in their Christmas stocking this year. This book would also make a wonderful gift at a bridal shower. I firmly believe this is a book that can be read over and over again and different things gleaned each time.
This really is a book that everyone can benefit from. The chapters are divided up well with each new chapter tackling a new topic.
A physical copy of this book is what I'm hoping for in my stocking this year too! I received an e-copy of the book for my review but now I want a physical one so I can feel the pages and make my own notes.
This book is definitely Bible-based and is going to make you think! I think this would be a great one to use as a study with a group of church women. It's based on the Word and uses Scripture throughout.
Highly recommend a copy of this book for every house and every couple.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. 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.
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December 22, 2019This book has 30 lessons with questions at the end of each lesson. The lessons are divided into six chapters as follows:
Yield - Laying a foundation built on the Word of God
Help - Understanding and occupying your role as the helper in your marriage
Smile - Choosing to live in joy, forgiveness, and friendship with your husband
Order - Managing your life according to God's priorities for a wife
Gift - Pursuing and guarding God's plan for sexuality in your marriage
Increase - Being married with your eyes fixed on your heavenly Groom
This book is written for any stage of marriage. I like that. There is also a reminder that the stage of marriage is not the same as it was. Because of that, I need a reminder of my marriage today and how I need to grow in that.
I found the book to be biblical-based for which I am thankful. There are biblical principles and Bible passages throughout the book. I was a bit concerned at the beginning that it seemed like the book was full of quotes from other books, good books but still lots of quotes. It made me wonder, "why should I read this book, maybe I should read the book she is quoting from." Either they decreased as the book went on or I didn't notice them as much.
This is a book to work through. Take the time to pause, answer the questions and consider the wife changing that you need to make. As I read this, I did pause and think a bit more about my marriage, wondering what God is asking me to do.
Yield - Laying a foundation built on the Word of God
Help - Understanding and occupying your role as the helper in your marriage
Smile - Choosing to live in joy, forgiveness, and friendship with your husband
Order - Managing your life according to God's priorities for a wife
Gift - Pursuing and guarding God's plan for sexuality in your marriage
Increase - Being married with your eyes fixed on your heavenly Groom
This book is written for any stage of marriage. I like that. There is also a reminder that the stage of marriage is not the same as it was. Because of that, I need a reminder of my marriage today and how I need to grow in that.
I found the book to be biblical-based for which I am thankful. There are biblical principles and Bible passages throughout the book. I was a bit concerned at the beginning that it seemed like the book was full of quotes from other books, good books but still lots of quotes. It made me wonder, "why should I read this book, maybe I should read the book she is quoting from." Either they decreased as the book went on or I didn't notice them as much.
This is a book to work through. Take the time to pause, answer the questions and consider the wife changing that you need to make. As I read this, I did pause and think a bit more about my marriage, wondering what God is asking me to do.
December 17, 2019
This book is such a breath of fresh air. It has so, so much between it's pages! I think, if you are a wife, no matter what stage of life you find yourself in, there is something for you here.
Encouragement, practical advice, soul-seeking questions. Nancy Kaser has a way of putting the words out there that made me stop and think. Re-evaluate many areas of my own life. Areas of our marriage.
She starts with showing us that it is only through having a right relationship with God that we can begin to have a good marriage. This is the best foundation, one that will not shake.
She shows how to get to that point, and how to really be the wife that your husband needs.
I don't know that there are really any new or earth shattering thoughts to be found here. But it is those kinds of things that we've known, and then either forget about or don't follow through with.
If you are looking for a revival in your marriage, in your heart, etc., please read this book! It truly is a "wife-changing" book!
Disclaimer: I receive complimentary books from various sources, including, publishers, publicists, authors, and/or NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review, and have not received any compensation. The opinions shared here are my own entirely. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
Encouragement, practical advice, soul-seeking questions. Nancy Kaser has a way of putting the words out there that made me stop and think. Re-evaluate many areas of my own life. Areas of our marriage.
She starts with showing us that it is only through having a right relationship with God that we can begin to have a good marriage. This is the best foundation, one that will not shake.
She shows how to get to that point, and how to really be the wife that your husband needs.
I don't know that there are really any new or earth shattering thoughts to be found here. But it is those kinds of things that we've known, and then either forget about or don't follow through with.
If you are looking for a revival in your marriage, in your heart, etc., please read this book! It truly is a "wife-changing" book!
Disclaimer: I receive complimentary books from various sources, including, publishers, publicists, authors, and/or NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review, and have not received any compensation. The opinions shared here are my own entirely. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
December 18, 2019
Author Nancy Kaser has written a Christian book for wives, all wives. Whether you are a new blushing bride or a seasoned golden one, you will enjoy and glean things from this encouraging book. Her title, Crown, and book are “Based on Proverbs 12:4, “An excellent wife is the crown of her husband,” Crown includes concrete, scriptural truths and real-life examples that will equip you to be the excellent wife God created you to be.”
There are thirty lessons in this biblically based book divided into six chapters. Topics are so relevant to marriage that they seem simple. Her chapters are on yield, help, smile (yes, really), order, gift, and increase. Each lesson includes discussion and application questions. For those wanting to dig even deeper, additional materials are available on the author’s website.
There is so much I loved about this book. The author has an inviting style of writing. It is open, sincere, humorous, and inspirational. There were times I felt like I was chatting with a Christian friend about our marriages.
I highly recommend this book and will be gifting it to many. This would make a lovely wives’ small group study. It is going on my “keep” shelf because I know I will need to refer to it at times.
This gets a solid 5 out of 5 stars from me. A copy was provided by Celebrate Lit but these are my own, honest words.
There are thirty lessons in this biblically based book divided into six chapters. Topics are so relevant to marriage that they seem simple. Her chapters are on yield, help, smile (yes, really), order, gift, and increase. Each lesson includes discussion and application questions. For those wanting to dig even deeper, additional materials are available on the author’s website.
There is so much I loved about this book. The author has an inviting style of writing. It is open, sincere, humorous, and inspirational. There were times I felt like I was chatting with a Christian friend about our marriages.
I highly recommend this book and will be gifting it to many. This would make a lovely wives’ small group study. It is going on my “keep” shelf because I know I will need to refer to it at times.
This gets a solid 5 out of 5 stars from me. A copy was provided by Celebrate Lit but these are my own, honest words.
August 23, 2019
I have been married almost 30 years, and am blessed with an amazing (but not perfect) marriage. As I read each chapter, I was encouraged in areas where I could see that I was following the biblical principals outlined in Crown, and reaping the benefits. It also challenged me in the areas where I realize I have fallen desperately short and it has renewed my commitment to make my husband my most important earthly relationship. I highly recommend this book to every woman, married or planning to marry, who wants to give their marriage the best possible chance of success by ensuring they have God firmly planted in the center, and everything else in its proper place. Nancy provides sweet, funny, and sometimes heart-breaking real life anecdotes that give us insight into how we have the ability to either build up or tear apart our marriages with our own hands.
This book can be done on your own, or as a group, with thought provoking, actionable questions at the end of each section. I was fortunate to be given a pre-release copy by the author and am under no obligation to write a favorable review.
This book can be done on your own, or as a group, with thought provoking, actionable questions at the end of each section. I was fortunate to be given a pre-release copy by the author and am under no obligation to write a favorable review.
December 27, 2019
My Review
I really enjoyed Crown and how down to earth and so Scripturally rich it was. None of the chapters are super long, and would be ideal for individual study or group study for even busy women. I love how the author emphasizes being a rare and precious crown, and how that doesn't downgrade us as women but shows our true worth in a marriage and to God. I liked that the author made it clear that abuse is not ok because I feel like we don't emphasize that enough sometimes in the Christian world. I think the author just had a really personable way of explaining how our role is in God's perfect design, and how being a weaker vessel doesn't make us a less important or celebrated one. I appreciated too how the author showed how our relationship with Christ is paramount for our marriage ever to be properly aligned. I enjoyed the anecdotes as well. I thought the discussion questions were not overly done, but good to get you thinking and applying Biblical principles. Check it out for your individual or group Bible study!
I received a complimentary copy of this book, and all opinions given are entirely my own.
I really enjoyed Crown and how down to earth and so Scripturally rich it was. None of the chapters are super long, and would be ideal for individual study or group study for even busy women. I love how the author emphasizes being a rare and precious crown, and how that doesn't downgrade us as women but shows our true worth in a marriage and to God. I liked that the author made it clear that abuse is not ok because I feel like we don't emphasize that enough sometimes in the Christian world. I think the author just had a really personable way of explaining how our role is in God's perfect design, and how being a weaker vessel doesn't make us a less important or celebrated one. I appreciated too how the author showed how our relationship with Christ is paramount for our marriage ever to be properly aligned. I enjoyed the anecdotes as well. I thought the discussion questions were not overly done, but good to get you thinking and applying Biblical principles. Check it out for your individual or group Bible study!
I received a complimentary copy of this book, and all opinions given are entirely my own.
December 13, 2019
This helpful book for Christian wives teaches how to live according to God’s Word in your married life and relating to your husband. Its thirty lessons cover every topic imaginable, including managing the family and home, finances, sexual relations, and more. The author continually directs women to follow God’s biblical design for marriage, recognizing the husband as leader who should be respected. The book’s six chapters have single-word titles such as Yield, Help, Order, and Gift. She explains that these six elements are the foundation, pillars, and roof of the house you’re building. The lessons in each chapter focus on its theme and share real-life incidents as well as practical applications, concluding with questions to ask yourself regarding to what is taught in that lesson. The six-week Bible study can be done on your own or with a group of women. I found it very helpful and easy to understand, but it may be challenging to apply. I received a copy from Celebrate Lit. All opinions are my own.
December 15, 2019
I wish I could send a copy of this to every woman I know. This book has been truly eye-opening for me, and these are lessons I’m taking to heart for the day I become a wife. One of my favorite things about this book is how her lessons are all centered and supported by what scripture tells us. Unfortunately, I know of too many “biblical” books that don’t use a lot of scripture or take scripture out of context to support their ideals. I didn’t see any of this in this book. I loved that she opens the book with what the Gospel is and that we need to examine ourselves to be sure we’re in the faith before tackling the lessons that follow. I highly recommend this book to both married women and women who are planning on getting married in the future. You won’t regret it.
I received a copy of these books from the publisher via Celebrate Lit. All opinions are my own.
I received a copy of these books from the publisher via Celebrate Lit. All opinions are my own.
December 19, 2019
Crown is 30 lessons combining Biblical truths and real-life stories from the author and other women. The six chapters are each broken into five lessons provide inspiration for what can happen when women turn to God and His Word
The book is divided into six chapters with five lessons in each chapter. The stories from the author and other women bring the book to life. I found the book to be one that caused me to want to study more and dive deeper into God’s Word.
This book is definitely worth reading. So check it out for yourself.
I received a copy of this book for my fair and honest review.
The book is divided into six chapters with five lessons in each chapter. The stories from the author and other women bring the book to life. I found the book to be one that caused me to want to study more and dive deeper into God’s Word.
This book is definitely worth reading. So check it out for yourself.
I received a copy of this book for my fair and honest review.
December 19, 2019
Crown
Crown is a bible teaching that talks about a wife’s place and she treats her husband. This book is great for all stages of marriage. Whether you have been married for a long time or just got married.
There is 30 lessons that covers a lot depth. Each lesson has questions to ask yourself. There is some interesting stories of real life couples. There is definitely a lot to learn from this book.
I received a complimentary copy of the book from the publisher through Celebrate Lit. This book review is my own opinion.
Crown is a bible teaching that talks about a wife’s place and she treats her husband. This book is great for all stages of marriage. Whether you have been married for a long time or just got married.
There is 30 lessons that covers a lot depth. Each lesson has questions to ask yourself. There is some interesting stories of real life couples. There is definitely a lot to learn from this book.
I received a complimentary copy of the book from the publisher through Celebrate Lit. This book review is my own opinion.
December 25, 2019
I really enjoyed this book and found it to be one of the most Biblically-based books on our role as women that has been written. I enjoyed her easy writing style and personal stories that hit home so many times.
I highly recommend this book to anyone woman, married or not.
I highly recommend this book to anyone woman, married or not.
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