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As For Me And My House: Crafting Your Marriage To Last
The acclaimed author of The Book of the Dun Cow moves from his role as master storyteller to that of counselor and husband in this extraordinary look at the makings of a happy, successful marriage.
Paperback, 288 pages
Published
June 5th 2001
by Thomas Nelson Publishers
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I found "As For Me and My House" quite moving. More than anything I've read, this book explained what marriage is for (beyond procreation and financial stability) and how to make it work. Wangerin writes beautifully, and uses a theological framework for what is truly a practical book. He uses examples from his own marriage, many of which are self-critical. These stories avoid the ring of false humility, which seems to haunt the storytelling of some pastors.
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This is one of very few books I've read that deepens my understanding of relationships rather than just offering "tips and tricks." I feel like I need to read it at least a few more times before it all starts to sink in. It highlighted for me some of my own true weaknesses (versus easy-to-admit, pat weaknesses that don't get to the root of the matter). Another book that made me feel the same way is Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch, Ph.D.
Wow! Excellent book! I think every newly married couple, and every couple embarking on marriage, should read this. I bet even some couples who have been married for years and still struggle with difficulties in their relationship could benefit from some of the wonderful advice. He focuses the middle section of the book on forgiveness, and the last section on six tasks that a couple needs to work on together for the marriage to survive: (1) building a foundation of truthfulness and dependability;...more
I liked that it was stories from the author's own life. Even though sometimes he gave specific advice or rules of thumb, I most enjoyed that it just brought up various topics to think about on my own that I might not have spent any time on.
This book gets very high marks for its accurate depiction of what marriage is really like - written in narrative rather than self-help-book style. Should be required reading for couples getting married to help them know what to expect and to not feel so alone when they go through some typical stages. However, one HUGE caveat to what would otherwise be whole hearted recommendation is Wangerin's advice on adultery - to stop, repent, and keep it a secret from your spouse. Now, it's true he gives al...more
This is recommended reading from the priest who will be performing our wedding ceremony - it's right around the corner now!!
This book wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be when it was initially recommended to me. However, there were parts of it that I disagree with - but all things I am confident I won't have to think about in my marriage anyway.
All in all, an okay book for something that was assigned reading...
This book wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be when it was initially recommended to me. However, there were parts of it that I disagree with - but all things I am confident I won't have to think about in my marriage anyway.
All in all, an okay book for something that was assigned reading...
Well, I didn't finish it; it was due at the library. I really haven't read a book about marriage before, so I found the initial parts interesting to consider--different personalities and nature complementing each other, celebrating differences, surprises in terms of behavior after marriage. Nothing earthshattering. Maybe this kind of stuff was covered in Men Are from Mars and that type of book, I don't know. But about a third of the way through it became even more old-fashioned and scripture-bas...more
A book about two humans in a marriage...not about gender rolls, rituals or religious silliness. I like that.
Practical and gentle advice. Emphasizes the importance of forgiveness in marriage.
I found this book extremely helpful in preparing for marriage, and have found it just as helpful after being married. It's very different from most other how-to-have-a-great-marriage books, in that it's well-written along with being thought-provoking.
Nate and I began reading this book together when we were engaged. We never quite finished it, but I did enjoy it. Wangerin's strong writing and storytelling came out, as expected, but it also showed his "pastoral" side.
his discussion of forgiveness is very helpful. Very honest about both the beauty and difficulty of marriage. i use this book in pre-marital counseling (and ongoing counseling for my own marriage)
It's nice. Wangerin is a bit flowery in his wording. The parts on forgiveness are good. The floweriness is hard for me to wade through at times. Good at its heart. Not bad so far.
The only helpful book I've read on marriage. And, subject aside, a finely written book. If you ever consider giving someone a book on marriage, don't consider any other book.
I've read quite a few books about marriage and this is the best one I've read. Really good. If you are married, want to get married, you should read it. so good.
One of the best marriage books I've ever read. The stories are beautiful, though the theology sometimes gets a bit long.
Doug and I read this together with some friends. A great growing experience for us as a couple.
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Challenging. Poetic. Artistic. Well written. Helpful. Sobering. Exciting.
Not bad for required reading from a class I don't enjoy.
one of many for future reference.
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