The Love Dare by Stephen Kendrick, Alex Kendrick
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Book Reviews of The Love Dare
Book Review: Everyone needs this book
Summary: 5 Stars
My partners parents bought this book to help mend their marriage and as I was flipping through it last time we stayed at their house, I decided I needed to buy it. I'm not very religious, I'm not a big talker who likes to discuss my feelings but this book helped me do that. Coming from a couple who have only been together 3 yrs and have never had any problems, this book was just something fun to do that brought us a lot closer. It made us talk about things and think about things we never thought to before. The daily dares encouraged us to do things that we never put any effort into before. Its a great book for any couple. My boyfriends parents did struggle with it a bit, they had gotten to a point where they were no longer willing to work on the things the book was daring them to (patience with each other, showing kindness to each other) but even still the book has opened their eyes to what the other needs and has given them little daily tips of how to move forward and work on it. Just a great book, I plan on getting it for my parents, my sister, my boss..Book Review: Some people need instructions.
Summary: 5 Stars
I haven't read this book. My husband has. He's the kind of guy who needs specific instructions & doesn't just pick up on my moods or notice things around the house that need to be done. That's how most men seem to be. He's been kinder & more helpful since reading this, noticing when I need help and volunteering to do nice things and jumping in without being told to. Now I don't feel like I'm giving him instructions like I have to do with the kids.
You don't have to see the movie for the book to help. Whether you're a spouse like my husband just trying to be even better, or you're trying this as a last-ditch effort to save your marriage like Caleb in the movie; this book will help you to show your spouse love & open your eyes to where you need improvement.
I also recommend "For Women Only," and "For Men Only," which uses survey results to explain how the opposite sex thinks. It's very enlightening!
Also, "The Five Love Languages," to make sure you're expressing love in a way that your spouse (or kids or anyone you love) receives it best.
Book Review: Fireproof - Book and Movie
Summary: 5 Stars
This book and movie are Christian oriented. If you are not comfortable watching a man get down on his knees to pray for his marriage to be saved, it is not for you. If you are in need of good advice on how to save your marriage or make it more fulfilling, look past the man on his knees and pay close attention. I suggest couples watch the movie together, then work from the book separately. It can't, however, be approached on a "what will you do for me, today?" method. It must be based on "what can I do to make life better for my spouse." Marriage is difficult, and if both people aren't willing to give of themselves 100%, it's even more-so. I attended a non-denominational gathering recently, and saw the movie. It helped me see that no matter what I could have done, my first marriage could not have been saved. And, it helped me recognize why my second marriage is so successful. After the movie, each person was given the book. I've purchased the movie, and I will make sure all of my adult children see it, and each couple will get the book as a gift.Book Review: The Love Dare
Summary: 5 Stars
Love can be a difficult thing to give, and The Love Dare is an excellent tool that can aid the process of advancing a desire to give love in the best way possible. Practicing the daily devotionals in action according to The Love Dare directions in a God/Chirst/Holy Spirit centered way makes the truth of love shine forth, and the inner workings of man and woman mature. I also think the tool can be used in the context of other relationships, such as loving people who are difficult to love who are not spouses or loving children for those who are parents (with minor adjustments to accommodate the context), and/or for helping people to be generally plain old loving. However, I know that The Love Dare's primary purpose is to help husband's and wives improve, and sometimes save (as displayed in the movie FireProof)their marriages. May God demonstrate His power in the culture war for preserving marital love between a man and a women. Thank you Stephen and Alex Kendrick for sharing your journal with us, and for daring us to dare to love God's way!Book Review: Best Book for Relationships
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this book for my husband for Valentine's Day. We had been on two separate Islands for more than 9 months. Things had really gotten bad, I thought we were over. I started praying for the both of us and this was his answer. We had a great time on Valentine day, and afterwards we had a great discussion. My husband is not a communicator at all, so I knew this was only Gods work. Then I played the movie "Fireproof". After the movie my husband stated he wanting to do the 40 days, without me saying anything (again Gods work). I then gave him the book "Love Dare" as his real Valentine's present. We are now close to the end of the 40 days and our relationship has improved a lot. My husband has even asked if we can renew our vows next year to celebrate starting a new in our relationship. I highly recommend this book if you're trying to find a way to have your husband/ wife build/ rebuild a real relationship with God, so their life is a true reflection of god. Having God in your life first , makes marriage much easier.