Before You Meet Your Future Husband: 30 Questions to Ask Yourself and 30 Heartfelt Prayers

by Robin Jones Gunn, Tricia Goyer

Bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn teams up with author and teen advocate Tricia Goyer on a devotional for young single women to help them establish God-honoring thinking and beliefs that will lay a firm foundation for their future marriage.

Movies, television, and novels feature glamorous portrayals of dating and marriage, giving us unrealistic expectations of what true love looks like. A beautiful counterpoint to those dreamy fantasies, Before You Meet Your Future Husband focuses on three areas you, as a young woman, need to address in preparing for

• your heart —nurturing a place where healthy love can grow
• your head —realigning your thoughts with biblical truth
• your hands —learning to make the most of your God-given potential

This uplifting, interactive devotional helps you approach dating from a place of peace and strength, whether you’re in a relationship now or simply hope to be married one day. With a focus on your own transformation, Before You Meet Your Future Husband offers biblical guidance, real-life stories, thought-provoking questions, and intentional prayers to help you prepare now for the future God has in store for you.

Discover the freedom and contentment that come from preparing for a God-honoring, life-giving relationship.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Devotional, Christian Non Fiction

224 pages, Hardcover

Published May 2, 2023

About the author

ROBIN JONES GUNN has written more than 100 books with over 6.5 million copies sold worldwide. Her Father Christmas books have been made into three Hallmark Christmas movies. The timeless Christy Miller series now continues in Christy & Todd: The College Years, Married Years, Baby Years, and the Haven Maker series. Robin's novels and non-fiction works include Before Your Tween Daughter Becomes a Woman, Victim of Grace, Praying for Your Future Husband, and Before You Meet Your Future Husband co-authored with Tricia Goyer. Her books have received multiple awards and are a favorite with book clubs and study groups. Many of Robin's books are in eBook, audiobook, large print, and foreign editions. Robin does a weekly Podcast called "Women Worth Knowing" with Cheryl Brodersen. Robin and her husband have a grown son and daughter and live in California.

Reviews

[Lindsey (Books for Christian Girls) · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 stars, personally.
I feel so self-conscious adding this book to my Goodreads...No one bug me about it, I'm reviewing it. 😅

About this book:

“Bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn teams up with author and teen advocate Tricia Goyer on a devotional for young single women to help them establish God-honoring thinking and beliefs that will lay a firm foundation for their future marriage.
Movies, television, and novels feature glamorous portrayals of dating and marriage, giving us unrealistic expectations of what true love looks like. A beautiful counterpoint to those dreamy fantasies, Before You Meet Your Future Husband focuses on three areas you, as a young woman, need to address in preparing for
• your heart —nurturing a place where healthy love can grow
• your head —realigning your thoughts with biblical truth
• your hands —learning to make the most of your God-given potential
This uplifting, interactive devotional helps you approach dating from a place of peace and strength, whether you’re in a relationship now or simply hope to be married one day. With a focus on your own transformation, Before You Meet Your Future Husband offers biblical guidance, real-life stories, thought-provoking questions, and intentional prayers to help you prepare now for the future God has in store for you.
Discover the freedom and contentment that come from preparing for a God-honoring, life-giving relationship.”


Series: Connected to the book “Praying for Your Future Husband” by the same authors.


Spiritual Content- All about, many talks about, & many mentions of God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Him loving us, being our Bridegroom, having plans for us, His love for us, & trusting Him; 'H's are capital when referring to God; Each of the 30 days start with a Scripture and ends with a prayer; Many, many Scriptures are quoted & listed (a variety of versions are used, NIV, ESV, MSG, TLB, HCSB, etc.); Prayers; Mentions of those & events in the Bible; Mentions of prayers, praying, & blessings; Mentions of churches, church going, youth groups, camps, worshiping, & ministers/pastors; Mentions of missionaries & mission work; Mentions of Christians; A mention of the book “Experiencing God” by Henry Blackaby and Claude King;
*Note: A mention of some TV stars and musical artists being called idols.


Negative Content- Minor cussing including: a ‘screwed up’; Mentions of lies; A few mentions of a derailed train & deaths; A few mentions of bullies & being bullied; A few mentions of cussing & “mild cussing”; A couple mentions of gossip; A mention of beer;
*Note: Quotes from Jane Austen, Corrie Ten Boom, Willa Cather, Christina Rossetti, John O’Donohue, Lewis B. Smedes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, & Robert Louis Stevenson; A couple mentions of Barbies; A mention of an abusive and manipulative relationship; A mention of a Hallmark movie; A mention of a singer (Todd Tilghman).


Sexual Content- Both authors share their story of wanting to be loved and cherished by a guy as teenagers and wanting a guy to fill their heart (which lead to a lot of brokenness); Many, many mentions of dating, dates, boyfriends, & break-ups; Mentions of some girls watching movies that has sexual content (one of the authors explained to a group of girls that those scenes were demeaning to the woman and didn’t “model the kind of love and sexual expression God has designed for a man and a woman” (one of the girls excuses it as a little bit of the dirty stuff sprinkled in with the good stuff won’t hurt them as it’s the real world. The author disagrees with that statement and gives an analogy); A few mentions of songs and movies showing “love” through physical intimacy and two people sleeping together (the authors explain the word as allowing someone to know the deepest parts of you (on a personal level, not just physically) and say to be able to prepare yourself for intimacy with your future husband, open your heart to intimacy with Jesus); A few mentions of wondering about being kissed & holding hands; A few mentions of crushes & flirting; A couple mentions of calling to God to help you if you find yourself being caught up in a rush of emotions and possible physical intimacy; A couple mentions of intimacy in marriage; A mention of wanting to kiss someone; A mention of the author Tricia Goyer finding herself pregnant by a guy that didn’t want to be a part of her life; A mention of a fiancé being with his ex-girlfriend the night before breaking up with his actual fiancée; A mention of being obsessed with boys;
*Note: One of the authors (Tricia Goyer) shares her story of longing for a boyfriend to love her & giving her “whole self away in [her] search for “love”” which lead to pregnancies—one that she chose to have an abortion and one that she decided to have the baby (the fathers did not stay in the picture); A few mentions of hormones.

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224 pages

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Pre Teens- One Star
New Teens- Two Stars
Early High School Teens- Four Stars
Older High School Teens- Five Stars
My personal Rating- Four Stars

I’ll be honest, it’s hard to review non-fiction books--especially when they’re about someone’s actual life--in this content review format…which is a main reason why I don’t read or review many non-fiction books.

But I wanted to try this one, mainly because I’ve enjoyed another non-fiction book by Robin Jones Gunn and gained from it. With Tricia Goyer joining the writing team for this book, I had pretty high hopes! And overall, I liked it.

Even though this book is all about preparing yourself for your future husband, I really appreciate that one of the authors mentioned a couple times about marriage possibly not being on God’s list for you, even saying “You are loved and worthy, and God has good plans for your life. Those plans may include finding your future husband, or He may lead you on another path”. That last part is something I think is often skipped over as a possibility for Christian young women, and I appreciate seeing that mentioned—especially in a book like this one.

It was a lot of the authors telling us, the readers, about their past experiences, different young women they know, and how God worked through whatever was going on. Personally, I would have preferred a little less stories and more Biblical references, but that’s just my preference, though, I did enjoy a lot of this book. It was good and I think many teen girls could start reading this one, depending on the girl and her thoughts on boys and marriage.

I really appreciate that the main message of this book wasn’t “how to get a good husband”, but that Jesus should be the most important relationship in your life.


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*BFCG may (Read the review to see) recommend this book by this author. It does not mean I recommend all the books by this author.
*I received this book for free from the Publisher (Multnomah) for this honest review.

[Taeryn Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a beautiful devotional book full of encouragement for women, no matter what age. In a world where relationships are so often idolized or villainized, it's such a refreshing reminder that there is One who loves us far more than any human ever could.

This book will encourage women who are waiting for the earthly fulfillment of their desire for marriage. Robin and Tricia offer reflections and prayers to guide women deeper into their relationship with God, the true lover of our souls. They also inspire practical actions that we women can take to live our lives to the full in the season we are in, by nurturing our hearts, realigning our minds with truth and using our gifts and abilities to serve God and others!

I highly recommend this book to all Christian women young and young-at-heart!

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

What I read: Before You Meet Your Future Husband by Robin Jones Gunn & Tricia Goyer

Why I picked it up: I liked the cover and title when I saw it on the available books on NetGalley. I received this free from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

How I read it: On e-galley in three sittings – it’s designed as a 30 day devotional in three sections, so I read one section each day.

What it’s about: It’s written for young women (I’d say 15 to 23, maybe) who are single and desire to be married but haven’t met their husband yet. The three sections are heart, head, and hands – focusing on prayer, thoughts, and actions. Each day is a short reflection by one of the authors, space to journal with a particular question or prompt, and a prayer. There’s also a discussion guide in the back if you were going to meet in a small group while reading the book.

What I liked: There’s a lot of great advice in this book. I would recommend it for young women under 25, maybe under 30 who are just beginning their walk with the Lord.

What I disliked: It’s just not for women in their late 30s who are still waiting for a spouse. The advice is sound; but it’s less comforting now than when I was younger. It wasn’t designed for me either, so it’s not like it’s suggesting that late 30s single ladies are our audience and then not delivering.

Genre: Spiritual reading, memoir, singleness.

Rating & Recommendation: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and if you’re a young woman desiring a holy marriage or if you know a young women like that, it would be a good read. It releases on May 2nd.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed novels written by Robin Jones Gunn and Tricia Goyer and read this devotional book to see if it would be a suitable gift for my two granddaughters, a high school senior and a college senior, both committed Christians. I loved how the authors shared Scripture verses, life experiences, thought-provoking questions, quotes and prayers centered on loving God and following his leading. They mentioned that God has good plans for everyone which may not include marriage. Each devotion was short yet powerful and would benefit high school and college students. I ordered two copies of this wonderful book!

[PhyllisRBooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a devotional that you don’t want to miss! As I read Christian Fiction, I also try to go through a new Christian daily devotional as well. Some of my close friends have teen girls and single college age girls, so the topics outlined here are spot on. This devotional is the perfect choice to help these daughters gain spiritual growth and grasp a better perspective of what life should be as they set their sights on what God has for them in marriage.

This is a 30 day devotional divided into three sections: the heart, head and hands. Each day includes a question to contemplate, a place for notes and a prayer to point readers toward God’s viewpoint as compared to ours in what we want our husband to be, while also leaving room for being content in singleness.

Some of the topics:
Heart-
-opening your heart
-healing from a broken heart
-forgiving from the heart
-intimacy starts with God
-guarding your heart

Head-
-trusting God with your future
-getting rid of thinking errors
-renewing your mind
-being content
-forgiving yourself

Hands-
-the work of your hands
-holding hands
-growing toward maturity
-giving hands
-being guided by integrity
-God’s invisible hand

At the end, four sections of discussion questions can be used to facilitate a small group or for use in one-on-one mentoring. I believe this book would have a great impact on our daughters who will soon contemplate marriage and make one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

I received this book from the author/publisher free of charge, with no expectation of a positive review.

[Jessica Sprecher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nonfiction, as a general rule, is hard to review. Yet this one definitely deserves a try.
This devotional is so, so good. Instead of being a sappy book like I feel most books about this important topic are, it talks about your relationship with God and how that is the most important thing. This devotion reminded me of how much God loves me (more than any future husband ever could!) and Robin and Tricia's personal stories were both touching despite being quite different from each other. I feel like because of that, almost any girl could relate to one or the other in some matters.
Now I must read their other book, Praying for Your Future Husband!
Content: Talk of having sex outside of marriage (not descriptive at all--I don't think they even used that word), talk of abortion (not descriptive at all), having a child out of wedlock, and talk of a morally bad show/movie (nothing too descriptive) are the biggest ones I recall.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

When my daughter turned 16, I bought a "hope chest" for her and instead of filling it with linens and dishes, I asked the special godly women in her life to choose a meaningful book to them and place it in the chest. Some of the books were about God, some about marriage, some about motherhood, some about finances and others about missionaries. I know (and told her) she won't read all these books now but one day, maybe even decades to come when she needs inspiration, encouragement or advice she will be able to reach into that box and find words placed there with care by loving women in her life.

I got this idea because I wanted to give my daughter the book by Robin and Tricia called, "Praying for Your Future Husband". But, I didn't necessarily want the only thing my sweet and innocent 16yo girl to think her future held was the dream of a boy. That's where all the other books came in--to round out my daughter's dreams and vision of the future.

That's why I'm so excited about THIS new book from Robin and Tricia. This is the book that should have really come first--the book that leads girls into recognizing who they truly are: the Beloved of Christ, the bride of the true Bridegroom. These short chapters (with ample journaling space and a heartfelt, strong prayer) lead the girls, not in making themselves into a girl fit for a guy but into a woman who knows WHO she is and WHOSE she is.

These devotions are really the words I know Robin and Tricia would say if they could sit face to face with my daughter. These are the words their hearts long to pour into young women who are just starting out on their journey to their futures.

Your daughter (or special teenage girl in your life) won't walk away from this book thinking, "The most important thing is for me to get a good husband!" She will walk away astounded by Jesus' love for her, desirous of a more intimate relationship with him and a solid view of what a boy/husband/man means in her life.

Robin and Tricia are true mentors to me. I adore them and am glad my daughter gets to ingest their words in this book.

I think I'm going to buy this for my daughter's little circle of friends. We read Christy Miller together as a book club, so I think this will be the perfect gift for them as they enter their Senior year!

[ArynTheLibraryan]

This is a great 30-day devotional for young women. With some principles from Boundaries, this one helps establish you as a whole, confident, healthy individual, so that you don't develop unhealthy patterns of relating. I really appreciate this one! 10 Days on the Heart (your relationship with God), 10 days on the Head (healthy thought patterns), and then 10 days on the Hands (Wise actions so you're not sitting around waiting for God to drop Mr right in your lap).

I received a copy of this book from Netgalley and chose to review it here. All thoughts are my own.

[Brittany Searfoss · Rating 5 out of 5]

The authors of Praying for Your Future Husband return with a new companion book dealing with longing for a husband.
This devotional book is broken up into three sections (Heart, Head, and Hands) and contains 30 days' worth of helpful and practical reminders for the single woman who desires to be married, yet also wants to live according to God's Word. Both authors have their own unique perspective and life story, and they share their experiences and insights individually, yet they are in agreement with each other and key biblical truths. Scripture verses and a prayer are provided for each day, as well as a space to write out thoughts and answer questions. There are also a few personal messages from the authors placed throughout the book and in between each section.

This book was an encouraging, thought provoking, and very useful resource for me personally. I recommend this book for any single woman of any age as well as mothers and ladies in full time ministry. This devotional is a practical tool that encourages you think about where your priorities are, what motivates you in relationships, what you allow into your heart and mind, and whether or not you are truly surrendered to God's will for your life. I know I thought about these topics constantly while reading and ever since. The only thing I wish was done differently - I wanted a section specifically addressed to single women older than teenage or college years. I believe that the authors tried to include everyone, but it felt like the book was geared mostly toward very young women. I strongly recommend this book and I believe it's a great resource that can help change lives for the better.

I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book for the publisher through NetGalley. A positive review was not required, and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think I've read every book of Christy and Co. that Robin Jones Gunn has written. I've read her book with Alyssa Bethke and I've read a few things by Tricia Goyer as well. So to see these two women team up on such a meaningful topic, I was excited to see what this was all about.

What I Liked
- This book actually doesn't talk a ton about marriage or guys. The focus is much more on you and who you are becoming as a person. I liked that because it follows what I see in the Bible. I think God cares more about molding us as a person for all of our relationships, which include marriage.
- Robin and Tricia acknowledge that the things they talk about are beneficial even if one doesn't get married and they recognize that not everyone does or will. I think that is lost in so many Christian books these days.
- Every day starts with Scripture and ends with a prayer. Unfortuantely, that is not something I see in many devotional books and I really appreciated that they included those elements.
- Each day has a space to reflect on a question or two that comes from the day's content. I think it's good to digest what you read and figure out what it looks like in your own life.

What I Didn't Like
There really was only one thing that I didn't like with this book. It's kind of hard to put into words but here we go.

I feel like this book was written to teens but the style comes across like it's for middle schoolers. I would not give this to a middle schooler because of some of Tricia's testimony but would a teen like reading this when it's so simple. Is simple bad? No, of course not, but I just imagine that teens want something that is written more to their level.


I also wanted to note that the days are very short. I get that teens are busy and probably need short, and short is not necessarily bad, but I felt like a lot of the topics were cut short and would have been more impactful had they been longer.

Would I give or recommend this to a teen? Yes. I think there is a lot of good things in it and that it would be very helpful to many girls. I also think there are probably better devotionals out there for the teens in your life.


Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book. All opinions are my own and a favorable review was not required.

[Brianna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Before You Meet Your Future Husband is a helpful and insightful book for young women who are seeking to prepare themselves for a healthy and meaningful relationship. Written by Robin Jones Gunn and Tricia Goyer, this book offers practical guidance and advice for navigating the complexities of dating and relationships.

One of the strengths of this book is its focus on personal growth and development. Rather than simply offering tips for finding the perfect partner, the authors encourage readers to focus on becoming the best version of themselves. This includes developing healthy habits, building strong friendships, and cultivating a deep relationship with God.

Throughout the book, the authors share personal stories and anecdotes that help to illustrate their points and make the content more relatable. They also offer practical exercises and questions for reflection, which can help readers to apply the concepts to their own lives.

Overall, Before You Meet Your Future Husband is a valuable resource for young women who are seeking to build healthy relationships. Its focus on personal growth and development, combined with practical advice and relatable stories, makes it a helpful and engaging read. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking for guidance and support as they navigate the world of dating and relationships.

[Rosalyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've read many books by Robin Jones Gunn, and her Christy Miller series were a favorite of mine as a teenager.

Now, as a mom of four young women, (can't say teens, because my oldest daughter is no longer a teen) none of whom are dating or married yet, this book seemed like such a good book to have in our home.

I've been reading through it myself, and then want to sit down with the girls and read through it together.

Because there are two authors, and they both have very different perspectives, this book has a lot of good advice for young women. I appreciate very much having this type of resource available to help guide my own daughters as they look ahead to their futures.

I appreciate the fact that the overall emphasis is that we need to rest in God, and acknowledge His love for us, and let that be enough. Not everyone will get married, and that's ok. It is better to work at preparing ourselves to be the right person than desperately looking for a person to be the right one for me.

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

[Faith · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lovely 30 day devotional from authors Tricia Goyer and Robin Jones Gunn, filled with encouragement and sound wisdom for young women.

Heartfelt and encouraging this was a well written devotional, with sound advice and beautiful prayers, with space for reflection. Each chapter was concise but with room to ponder as well. I think that this book could be enjoyed by all ages, but was definitely more skewed towards teens and young women in their early twenties. As someone who is older, still single, and has seen most of my friends married with a handful of children, there were somethings that were really great and encouraging, and other things that were well intentioned, but just not quite one size fits all.

Overall, a wonderful heartfelt read for young women, I liked that the authors shared personal stories from their own lives and how they met their husbands. A faith-filled read that is encouraging, but also inclusive to people who have had different past experiences.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

[Elizabeth Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing read with a lot of messages that I believe every woman needs to know, I love all the examples and all the stories and life experiences. You can really tell how passionate these ladies are when writing this book.

On a personal note; I know I am not ready to meet my husband, even though I want to. But I’m content in my singleness, and I’ve decided that instead of waiting around for my Prince Charming, I’m taking matters into my own hands and strengthening my relationship with God daily, and have gone into study for a new career that will really benefit my future, not just for myself but for my future family if that’s what God had set out for me. I finally feel like I’ve chosen something for me that not only secures me but also will honour God in the process, and I am ready excited for this next chapter in my life.

[Amelia]

Firstly, I haven't read the predecessor "Praying for Your Future Husband" so I'm sure I'm missing part of the background of this book. However even as a short devotional, I found it both helpful and easy to digest. I noticed how inclusive the book was, that people have different past experiences going into dating/marriage, and I felt like it didn't push that marriage is the only option for women but is a good thing. Because I was reading on my Kindle, I didn't have the option to interact with the workbook pages but the questions seemed thoughtful and fruitful. As it is a devotional format, it is rather short and simple but overall felt like a good and helpful resource for especially young women.

[Lize Drieman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love what the authors have done here. This devotional-style book hits home in so many ways. I am thankful that the focus is on being who God wants you to be, trusting Him in all circumstances and knowing that He has a special plan for your life. We worry so much about what tomorrow may bring, or we try to do things on our own strength and we don’t lean on God for it all. This book shifts us back to looking to God to “complete the good work He started in us”.
The entries are short enough that they are perfect for busy women as they work through this book. As a happily married mom with a teen daughter, I cannot wait to delve into this study together.

[Tammy Kindig · Rating 5 out of 5]

As someone who had been marred 40 years with 7 granddaughters, I decided to read this in order to help guide them. This book is full of life lessons to prepare your heart for finding your right husband. The love Tricia and Robin share from their own experiences shine through. They use three stages for seeking guidance...Heart, Head, Hands...which lead you to better understanding in choosing the right husband. I love that there are pages for journal writings and the prayers are an added touch. A book for women of all ages who have a hearts desire to find their future husband.

[Michaela Carfora · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Robin and Tricia’s writing! They have so much combined knowledge and wisdom and I’m so glad they wrote this second book. There is so much great advice in this book and it’s an amazing, practical reminder to focus on Jesus first and let Him shape you into the person He wants you to become. I highly recommend this and the first book (Praying for Your Future Husband) to any single teen girls and young adult women. These are such valuable resources to your faith and relationship journey.

[Lori Jorgensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spoiler alert: Happy ever after only happens in make believe. Having unrealistic expectations is the best way to ruin All Relationships. This book is so needed and I’m so glad it happened. Having truthful and truth filled conversations about love and marriage is desperately needed today. This is a keeper!!

[Socorrinha Araújo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is such a blessing for those who allow themselves to discover the purpose behind God's idea for relationships. It's huge how God uses Robin and Tricia to bring their own stories and wisdom advices in how God taught them to grow and see how looks like to be in the center of God's will for our romantic lives. I can't recommend enough!

[Jenn Meijer · Rating 2 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley for sending me a copy!

I didn’t really know what to expect with this book and to be honest, it wasn’t for me. Yes it was a quick read and easy to get through, it just didn’t really interest me that much.

[Darcy Schock · Rating 5 out of 5]

A heartfelt devotional that helps you really get to the heart of your relationship with God so you are prepared for your relationship with your future husband. I read this book with my nieces and it spurred great conversations!

[Yannick Tricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a good devotionnal divided in three parts: Heart, Head, Hands with good advice from the authors to help you prepare yourself for marriage, one of the most important thing is to put God first and also serve your community.

[Denysha · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was extremely insightful and full of hope. I loved the questions and prayers after each daily read. It was short and sweet.

[Pri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Didn’t expect it to be insightful yet snack-able and reflective.

[Ann-Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars

[taylor johnson !!! · Rating 5 out of 5]

Been reading this devotional for a couple years now but really accelerated my reading this year. Encouraging to hear stories and prayers that talk about our identity and love, as well as spending intentional time praying for your future husband.

[Hannah-rose Russell · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Before You Meet Your Future Husband” is a wonderful 30-day devotional tailored for single women seeking spiritual growth and a deeper connection with God. Rather than dwelling on the practical steps to prepare for marriage, this devotion delves into the current condition of the reader’s heart, mind, and soul, equipping them with valuable tools suitable for any season of life.

I thoroughly enjoyed “Before You Meet Your Future Husband.” Tricia Goyer and Robin Jones Gunn’s personal testimonies breathed life into the daily readings. At the same time, the reflection section gave me the space to apply the scriptures and topics to my own life. The authors’ genuine love for God and zeal for inspiring women in their faith before they meet their future spouses shone through each page, making it an enjoyable read. Whether you’re a teenager, a young adult, or an older adult, “Before You Meet Your Future Husband” offers meaningful insights for everyone looking to shift their focus back to Jesus, our first love.

*Thank you, NetGalley and the publisher, for providing me with a pre-release copy of this novel. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own*

[Miranda Atchley · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought this was a decent self-help book. Maybe not all of the views expressed in this book lined up with my own personal views, but I thought there was some good advice sprinkled throughout the book.

One thing that I appreciated about this book is that it stresses the importance of figuring out who you are as an individual, and finding the path that is best for you. Both authors point out that marriage may not be in store for everyone that reads this book, no matter how much they may crave finding Mr. Right. Advice on self-improvement in order to become the best version of yourself before pairing with a partner was also a theme of the book and something I think is good advice for everyone.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Multnomah through NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.