Comments on: Book Notes: Love and Respect by Emerson Eggerichs

By: Frank-A

Frank-A — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:34:13 +0000

Where can I buy copies of the Love and Respect book in Russian? Is it available in the U.S.? In Russia?

By: Sheila

Sheila — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 16:46:59 +0000

You might think you've heard lot of infomration about marriage, but this book offers a truly fresh, new concept and one that can transform a marriage. The idea of men needing respect made me more conscious of the tone with which I address my husband, and that in turned made him more willing to listen to what I wished he would hear. It also changed the way I approached my adolescent son as he was entering manhood. RUSH to buy this book, or have fun attending the entertaining and winsome Love & Respect Conference. Dr. Eggerichs is among the finest and most compelling communicators you will ever hear. You will be sorry if you do not invite your gang of friends. (You can also order the DVD and workbooks for a home group of church class.)

By: Walter

Walter — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:59:28 +0000

I think that aside from the differences in men and women, one factor that is mainly overlooked by marriage books is sin. When two sinners marry, they will sin against each other. But alas, love overcomes a multitude of sins.

The biggest problem in your marriage isn't your spouse. It is YOU. Marriage is another tool that God uses to sanctify us. James tells us we don't argue and fight because our spouse is "different" but rather, because of our own sinful desires.

Most marriage books are helpful in that they provide information that is useful, but few if any deal with the heart. The fact that two sinners have said "I do".

Recommendation: Paul Tripp's "what did you expect?"

By: good stories « Terri Patrick’s Blog

good stories « Terri Patrick’s Blog — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 03:39:01 +0000

[...] agent, who is carrying to term, her best friend’s baby. Then I learned there’s an amazing book about marriage, that’s already sold a million copies, and the publisher thinks is just getting started. [...]

By: heidi

heidi — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:20:38 +0000

The book probably covers this, but to borrow Tim Keller's thoughts on sin… Sin is often over-desire for the good things – good things are thrown out of perspective and become gods. It's so hard to be simple in relationships…and remember that the little god – self – gets in the way. I sometimes wonder if it's more about this rather than trying to understand the differences between men and women. But I'm sure the book is helpful. This is a single person's perspective, so toss out the window. ; )

By: andysibirsk

andysibirsk — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:35:29 +0000

I read this book several years ago and it was very helpful for me. It is now available in Russian and we are using it for an engaged couple seminar we are leading next month. It is a straightforward book that helps define marriage by relationships: ie he needs respect she needs love and not roles: she submits, he leads. I can't wait to see how it turns out.

By: SoniaC

SoniaC — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:56:18 +0000

I read the book about 2 years ago, and I loved it! I never really understood how important respect was to men. It helped me with my husband but also with all the men I worked with… I discovered that I have be aware of respect at all times. The illustration that really stuck with me in the book was how a majority of men would choose having no one to love them vs. having no respect. I didn't know they did conferences. We'll have to keep our eyes open for one in our area.

By: Lisa notes...

Lisa notes... — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:54:45 +0000

I went to the seminar, too, and LOVED it. SO insightful. I recommend it (and the book) to everyone because if you're willing to apply the principles, it will dramatically improve your relationships. Our church bought the audio CDs of the book for all our families (a huge investment) and prayerfully, it will pay off with stronger marriages.

I even encouraged my college-age daughter to read the book to help her understand a little more about how men work.

By: Michael Hyatt

Michael Hyatt — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:39:06 +0000

You'll have to do so at the Book Review Blogger site: brb.thomasnelson.com. Thanks.

By: Eva Ulian

Eva Ulian — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:33:34 +0000

In that case, I'd like to take advantage of the offer and request a copy- with thanks!