Denise Jackson - Its All About Him: Finding the Love of My Life

Words of Praise for Its All About Him,
by Denise Jackson

Denises story is an inside perspective on the results of the ups and downs of fame. Her personal struggles with lifes ordinary and extraordinary consequences, her passion to have a stronger marriage, and her desire to have a closer walk with God make for a truly inspiring life.

Carrie Underwood
2005 American Idol Winner
Recording Artist

Behind every great man is a great women may be a clich, but its still true. Alan Jackson, like me, would not be where he is today without the love, support, and sacrifice of a praying wife. The Jacksons have been blessed far beyond the success and fame everyone sees. Those of us who know Alan and Denise, know that they have been tested and have learned some difficult life lessons and are stronger for them. This excellent book tells their story and will be an encouragement to you.

Michael W. Smith
Singer/Songwriter

Its All About Him is a transparent story of a woman who moved from fear to faith by the grace of God... and with a lot of encouragement from her girlfriends. I believe Denises book will be encouraging (even life-changing) for many women. I, for one, would stand in line forever to hear stories like this onewell told and with conviction. Her personal, relational and spiritual growth is compelling. Shes a delight. I loved it!

Mary Graham
President,Women of Faith

Denise Jacksons book is sensitively, honestly, and beautifully written and should be read by every married couple. It is a story of God's restoration and healing in marriage, the power of forgiveness, and the courage to face your own faults with a repentant heart. Alan and Denise Jackson's lasting love encourages all of us that our marriages are worth fighting for, no matter what it takes. They chose the hard and narrow road that leads to life and countless people will benefit from their decision.

Stormie Omartian
Best-selling author

We have known and loved Denise and Alan for many years. As with many of us in our industry, they have experienced lifes temptations and the complications that have had a dramatic affect on their marriage. At the lowest point in their marriage, Denise cried out to God. Her book tells of how God answered her prayers and the healing process to their marriage began. We admire Denise for sharing her personal story that is rich with a message of a faith that has allowed her to Stand By Her Man.With God all things are possible. We believe that, too.

George and Nancy Jones
Recording Artist & Member of the Country Music Hall of Fame
Wife and Personal Manager
(Married 24 years)

This book is proof that money and success do not bring happiness. Im so thankful that Denise, in her honesty, has shared her story of how Jesus is what makes life worth living. We hear of so many broken relationships. It is a blessing to finally read a story of real people making it day by day, trusting God, and finding joy and love in the midst.

Denise Jones
Point of Grace

Denise Jackson has told her story with courage and honesty. We were inspired and blessed as we read it. What a wonderful example of the way the Lord Jesus takes the mess of our lives and makes a message that will bless others and glorify Him!

Ricky Skaggs and Sharon White
Grand Ole Opry Members
(Married 26 years)

Without pretense or embellishment, Denise Jackson has shared a story so honest and transparent that, should other young women find the courage to face life like she has and find their true identity in the great I Am, many marriages could be salvaged and families transformed.

Gloria Gaither
Author, Lyracist, Communicator

Its All About Him

Finding the Love of My Life

DENISE JACKSON
WITH ELLEN VAUGHN

FOREWORD BY
Alan Jackson

2007 by Denise Jackson

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ISBN 978-1-59555-149-8 (trape paper)
ISBN 978-1-4002-9563-0 (SE)

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Jackson, Denise J., 1960
It's all about him : finding the love of my life / Denise Jackson with Ellen Vaughn ; foreword by Alan Jackson.

p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. ).
ISBN 978-0-7852-2776-2 (hardcover)
1. Jackson, Alan, 1958Marriage. 2. Jackson, Denise J., 1960Marriage. 3. Country musicians' spousesUnited StatesBiography. 4. Country musiciansUnited StatesBiography. 5. Christian biography United States. I. Vaughn, Ellen Santilli. II. Title.
ML420.J14J33 2007
782.421642092'2dc22
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2007011528

Printed in the United States of America

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Recognition
WITHGRATITUDE...

T o my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, for planting the desire in my heart to write this book, and in Your perfect timing, faithfully leading me every step of the way. I give You all the glory and honor for this and every blessing in my life. I pray that every reader will come to experience the same passionate love relationship with You that I have found.

To my parents, Dan and Nell Jackson, for your unconditional love and for taking me to church every Sunday of my childhood. I have been blessed to have you as my parents. I love you dearly.

To my siblings, Ron, Jane, and Danny, for always believing in me and encouraging me. Your presence in my life has helped shape me into the person I am today. I love you.

To my mother-in-law, Ruth, and my father-in-law, Eugene, for always loving me as a daughter and for raising your son to be the godly man that I get to share my life with.

To my sisters-in-law, Diane, Cathy, Carol, and Connie: Your early influence on Alan has helped to make him the sensitive, compassionate, and caring husband and father that he is. Thank you all.

To my sisters in Christ, Jane, Liz, Beth, Kim, Joy, and Beth: You were heaven-sent angels, whose love and support helped me through the toughest days of my life. I love you all.

To everyone at Thomas Nelson: Since our very first meeting, your excitement and belief in this book and its message have been overwhelming and a real confirmation to me that our partnership was Spirit-led.

To Tim DuBois, whose decision to sign Alan to Arista Records gave me the platform to tell my story. I am forever grateful to you.