Marriage takes two but at some point each person must take a deep
inner look at their part in the marriage.
In When One Flesh Worships, J. T. Wright presents a new and
refreshing approach for wives who wish to
work at their marriage
and examine their role and contribution in this sacred union.
Major questions are answered through an anthology that is almost
poetic at times:
Major Points Made Throughout the book Include:
Understanding
a Man's calling and role in the divine plan How
to Love one's husband Eliminating
deep inner issues that hinder your marriage Keeping
the worship with the Lord Alive in order to love your family more The
true Attitude and Spirit of a loving Wife Physically
showing love to one's husband The
sacredness of the marriage vows The
Agony of Adultery paralleled with the miraculous healing and
forgiveness that abounds Insuring
there is a "pulse" in your marriage and a heart beat through regular
lovemaking Knowing
when its time for a marriage counselor to help Signs
of Resentment in a marriage
Seven Principles for Making
Marriage Work are further stated in Appendix E for wives who
wish to do all they can to turn their marriage around including:
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Not thinking bad thoughts about your spouse
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Showing fundamental Love and kindness
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Taking time to be with your spouse
Another Appendix in the book gives 77 Tips for wives. for
their husbands to feel special.
Making marriage work means obtaining the resources based on biblical
principles, educating yourself and making an effort to show love. It
means a commitment of time to reschedule and make oneself available
to their spouse when the spouse needs them. Marriage takes work,
unselfishness and mature individuals.
The book is less than 140 pages and makes a great read over the
holidays or while on vacation. J. T. Wright says the book is also
insightful and exciting for married women who are not Christians.