Linda Dillow - Whats It Like to Be Married to Me?: And Other Dangerous Questions

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Whats It Like to Be Married to Me?

Whats It Like to Be Married to Me? by Linda Dillow is a phenomenal book; in fact, it may well be the best book on marriage I have ever read. It is bursting with wisdom, practical advice, and heart-wrenching stories that will melt the hardest heart. Even better, it is based on biblical truth and the call to grow in love. If you want to honor God in your marriage, if you want deeper intimacy with your spouse, if you want to become more like Christ, please read this book. It is a rare and signature achievement that combines a penetrating look at marriage with practical spiritual formation. If all this sounds overstated, let me assure you that it is actually the opposite: Words fail me to describe just how marvelous this book really is. It is that good!

Gary Thomas, writer in residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston and author of Sacred Marriage

Every wife needs to read this book! Linda Dillow, as usual, is practical, insightful, and grounded. Not only will you understand yourself better with each page, but the journey will take you deep into the heart of the marriage youve always wanted. Dont miss out on this message.

Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, founders of RealRelationships.com and authors of Love Talk

Over the thirty-five years I have known Linda, she has exhibited great integrity, bringing grace, beauty, and dignity to her home and marriage. From her vast biblical wisdom and experience, she has crafted a masterpiece that calls us to regard marriage as one of Gods highest callings. Whatever the season of your marriage, you will be inspired, instructed, and encouraged by Lindas powerful and timely message.

Sally Clarkson, speaker, director of Mom Heart Ministry, and author of six books including The Mission of Motherhood

Linda Dillow knows marriage. Through her extensive ministry to women, she has heard it all. And through her years of study, she understands Gods way. Most impressive, she has lived the message with her husband, Jody. Thanks, Linda, for this labor of love for all of us who want to see Well Done on the marriage line of our final report card.

Roc Bottomly, pastor, senior fellow for Marriage Studies at Focus on the Family Institute, and author of The Promised Power

As someone who travels, speaks, and writes with Linda Dillow, Ive witnessed the gut-wrenching secret choices shes made in her own marriage as shes died to her own selfishness and lived to please God. This book and the stories within are so honest they will make your teeth hurt. Only read it if youre willing to be changed from the inside out.

Lorraine Pintus, speaker, writing coach, and author of Jump Off the Hormone Swing

Is it okay to say there were times I wanted to throw this book across the room? Sometimes the truth hurtsbut how vital that we hear it. Linda Dillow delicately weaves her words among the tough questions and the truths of Scripture, speaking with gentle thunder to todays wives. Being willing to listen to a mentor like Linda and then putting these truths into practice will change your perspective, your marriage, and your life.

Kathy Cordell, life coach, speaker, and founding president of Women of Worship

With tenderness, depth, humor, and spiritual understanding, Linda Dillow has carefully chosen topics that will impact any marriage. Lindas wisdom has come from over forty years of marriage plus countless interactions with other women. The book is brimming with practical ways to implement change. No one can read this book and remain the same.

Mimi Wilson, coauthor of Once-A-Month Cooking, Holy Habits, and Trusting in His Goodness

Compelling, provocative, authentic, and practical! With wisdom and wit, Linda invites the reader to focus the mirror on her own soul so that she might gain a transparent view of how she is perceived in her marriage. Whether youve been married five years or fifty, this book will challenge you to honestly consider the question Whats it like to be married to me?

Becky Harling, speaker and author of Finding Calm in Lifes Chaos, Rewriting Your Emotional Script, and Freedom from Performing

Lindas book is an absolute inspiration to stop the destructive pattern of blaming and criticizing our husbands and look at ourselves, challenging us to be honest about our attitudes and choices. After reading Lindas book, I wanted to love my husband in a more God-honoring way.

Cyndy Sherwood, author of Road Map to Healing and director of His Healing Light Ministries

Whats It Like to Be Married to Me? impacted me profoundly and brought my own marriage into focus more clearly as the joyous and holy calling it is, rather than as a duty or obligation. As a dear friend and personal example, Linda has lived these truths out beautifully in her own life, and now she is passing them along to us. Rich with Scripture, poignant examples, and practical exercises, this book clearly identifies and forges a path to a more satisfying marriage by simply revealing the loving and healing choices a wife can make on behalf of the man she loves.

Shannon Wexelberg, worship leader, songwriter, and artist

Whether you are contemplating marriage, are a newlywed, or have been married for decades, this book will have a profound impact on your heart. Be brave and ask these dangerous questions in your womens Bible studies or small groups, and watch God transform lives and marriages.

Judy Dunagan, director of womens ministries at Woodmen Valley Chapel in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Please, please, please give this book to every young married woman you know! We have so few positive role models on what it means to be a godly wife, and this book gives us a roadmap on how to live by design not default. I truly believe this book has radically changed the trajectory of my life and marriage. Linda has taught me how to define my goals as a wife, empowered me with practical steps to make those goals a reality, and encouraged me to humbly cry, Change me , Lord!

Eva Daniel, married seven months

To every wife who is brave enough to ask, Whats It Like to Be Married to Me?

WHATS IT LIKE TO BE MARRIED TO ME?

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