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Summary: to the person who thought it was a terrible book!!
Review: i read your review and it is obvious you did not read the book,
the power of a praying wife is a wonderful book and she does not bash husbands at all, (this is how i know you did not read it).
she makes you take a look at yourself, she makes you correct yourself (women) and the workbook along with the book makes you grow even the more, you do so much praying in each chapter you can not help but to come out blessed, how could you even make such a dum statement, unless you do not like praying, if this is true then maybe this is not the book for you. but for anyone that loves God, the book is a true blessing. i picked up the power of a praying husband and i really enjoyed what i have read so far, if this book is anything like the power of a praying wife, then it too is remarkable.
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Summary: The Power of a Praying Wife
Review: I started reading this book hoping to find a way to change my husband! Wow, did the Lord do a work in me! I learned to change myself, my expectations, and the thoughts I had developed over the years towards my husband. It was like having very poor vision and finally getting the right glasses. My husband is now reading Stormie's Power of a Praying Husband and he loves it. I think any Christian who is understanding of how God wants to work in our lives will benefit from this teaching.
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Summary: Misleading Title
Review: I would have given it 2.5 stars if I could, but with the limited options felt 2 was closer to my thinking than 3.I have read various "how to" books written to men as to serve as an insightful perspective into the needs and desires of women. One need not read long in this Omartian book about "prayer" before realizing that the piece is much, much more such a book than a book truly about prayer. Much of the text regarding each category covered regards how the husband should treat his wife or otherwise understand her so as to be a blessing to her. There's nothing wrong with that sort of advice, but when the bulk of the book is so devoted, I had a hard time with the notion that I had been led to believe from the title that I would find insight on the prayer needs of my wife. I found myself feeling that Omartian (and her husband whose express contributions seem to make him essentially the co-author) were using the book as a means to lecture the reader on how to treat one's wife, not how to pray for her. Even many of the prayer focus suggestions are veiled suggestions as to the man's heart or conduct, rather than prayer FOR his wife. As a "here's-how-to-understand-your-wife-and-meet-her-desires/needs-book," it was perhaps above average; but I was so torked at feeling like the author duped me with the title that I probably wasn't in the best mind-frame to give that material a fair assessment. The subject has a lot of potential. This book in my view does not deliver as a prayer book. ......... If you are looking primarily to gain insight into the focus of the actual title -- prayer for one's wife -- you might be a bit disappointed. I was.
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Summary: OK, not a well balanced book on prayer or marriage
Review: I've been reading this book as part of a Bible study. This book rubs me the wrong way in so many ways.
The sample prayers in the book are genuine and meaningful, and I think if prayed from the heart, God can bring meaningful change to a marriage realtionship. But the overall view of prayer in this book is so incomplete and shallow. Stormie presents prayer as a one sided dialog with God, in which we ask for something and wait for an answer.
No where is prayer defined as a dialog with God. For Stormie, prayer is simply standing in front of some sort of spiritual vending machine, pressing buttons and waiting for a item to drop down. There is nothing wrong with the prayers in the book, they are just so gimme-gimme-gimme in nature, they miss the whole point of knowing and standing in the presense of God. And while many prayers do involve asking God for something, they can be so much more. A book on prayer should communicate this to some degree.
Stormie presents a very well polished good submissive wife attitude throughout the entire book. I find many Christians have this attitude, and to varying degrees, many of these Christians actually demean one another as a result. To Stormie, and many other Christians, marriage is not truly a partnership or a relationship. Stormie says many people confuse the terms 'obey' and 'submit', and I agree with her, wholeheartedly. However, I would submit to you she is one of the confused people!
To her, and countless other Christians, a husband's leadership is simply taking all factors into account and making a decision. If a wife sees he is considering her feelings and desires in making his decision, as well as yielding to God's leading for his family, the wife should happily and willfully follow his leading, even if she disagrees with him. No encouragement to discuss the matter is given, Stormie does not suggest dialog between the husband and wife; the wife must simply follow. There is actually nothing wrong with a husband and wife agreeing to conduct their marriage like this, but I don't think there is a strong case for this type of marriage presented in the Bible.
Stormie uses so many stereotypes, I often feel like I'm reading 'Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus'. Men having deep and soothing voices, her commentary about having a serious conversation with her husband while he was watching a baseball game, and in her discussion of moods, calling men simple and straightforward and women complicated. All these are sterotypes.
Stereotypes in general don't work to illustrate your point, because they have such a weak foundation. For example, I know many husbands who do not have deep voices. Many men have no interest in sports. For those who enjoy sports, if their wife was talking to them in the middle of the game, I know many men who would stop to listen, or at the very least clearly communicate to their wife that this isn't the best time for a serious discussion. And on the many moods of women and the simplicity of men, I know of cases where the exact opposite is true.
Stormie has her heart in the right place, but honestly, I think she misses the boat here. She is extremely superficial at times, rarely digging very deep into scriptural foundations for what she is writing. Also, I don't think she was the right person to write this book. She is a woman instructing men on how to pray for their wives. This formula makes as much sense as going to a unmarried man for maritial counselling.
I think many people gain the most from this book by considering their wives point of view and providing for them by praying for them. I think many husbands have probably never stopped to consider praying for their wives, and this book might really open up their eyes. In this respect, I suppose the book does accomplish what it sets out to do. If you are looking for depth, substance, and an accurate biblical foundation on which to build your marriage, this book probably won't hurt. But I would encourage you, don't let this be the only book you read on marriage.
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Summary: Great prayer tool!
Review: My wife has been reading and re-reading "The Power of a Praying Wife" for some time now. For Christmas, she got me "The Power of a Praying Husband." This is a simple-to-read, yet very practical book. It covers twenty different areas in which women need their husbands' prayers, including such areas as her spirit, emotions, motherhood, relationships, sexuality, trust, fears, and her desires. A separate (but brief) chapter is devoted to each topic. At the end of each chapter, there are seven specific items related to that area about which a husband can pray. Following that is a brief testimony from a husband who implemented prayers in that area, and then a "sample" prayer. Each chapter closes with several Scripture verses related to the topic. I am incorporating these twenty areas into my daily prayers for my wife. I'd recommend this book for anyone who wants to enrich their prayer life and improve their relationship with their wife!
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Summary: Great prayer tool!
Review: My wife has been reading and re-reading "The Power of a Praying Wife" for some time now. For Christmas, she got me "The Power of a Praying Husband." This is a simple-to-read, yet very practical book. It covers twenty different areas in which women need their husbands' prayers, including such areas as her spirit, emotions, motherhood, relationships, sexuality, trust, fears, and her desires. A separate (but brief) chapter is devoted to each topic. At the end of each chapter, there are seven specific items related to that area about which a husband can pray. Following that is a brief testimony from a husband who implemented prayers in that area, and then a "sample" prayer. Each chapter closes with several Scripture verses related to the topic. I am incorporating these twenty areas into my daily prayers for my wife. I'd recommend this book for anyone who wants to enrich their prayer life and improve their relationship with their wife!
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Summary: A Good and Convicting Book on a Man's Prayer Life
Review: My wife suckered me into reading this book just before we got married. But, I'm so glad it was on my so-called, "Required Reading" List. It has really changed the way I approach my prayer, specifically for my wife. I can't say that I've suddenly become a prayer warrior, because I haven't. But, one thing that has struck me is that when I pray, I tend to love and value my wife so much more. The big thing from this book that struck me was that God won't answer any of my prayers if I'm not loving my wife the way I'm supposed to. I would encourage husbands or future husbands or potential husbands to read this book. It's short, easy to read, and it will help you on the journey to becoming a solid man of God. And men, we need all the help we can get!
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Summary: A Good and Convicting Book on a Man's Prayer Life
Review: My wife suckered me into reading this book just before we got married. But, I'm so glad it was on my so-called, "Required Reading" List. It has really changed the way I approach my prayer, specifically for my wife. I can't say that I've suddenly become a prayer warrior, because I haven't. But, one thing that has struck me is that when I pray, I tend to love and value my wife so much more. The big thing from this book that struck me was that God won't answer any of my prayers if I'm not loving my wife the way I'm supposed to. I would encourage husbands or future husbands or potential husbands to read this book. It's short, easy to read, and it will help you on the journey to becoming a solid man of God. And men, we need all the help we can get!
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Summary: Insightful
Review: Not only has Stormie written a book to encourage and lead husbands to be praying for their wives, but she has also provided numerous insights into women. Her insights are new and unique. I ain't an expert, but have listened to Focus on The Family and read and taught all kinds of Christian literature for about 20-yrs. and I am impressed with this book. Get it, read it, and pray it. Both you and your wife will be blessed.
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Summary: Thank God for Stormie
Review: Thank God for Stormie! This book has been a great influence in my prayer life. She covers every topic imaginable that pertains to your wife's daily life -- from her husband and children to her greatest fears, purpose in life, and work. I read something from this book everyday to help me understand my wife better and so that I can pray better to help her be the woman God intends for her to be. Thank you Stormie!
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