I have read so many books by Joyce Meyer. I have loved all of them and this was no exception. She gives such good advice and backs it all by scripture. She pushes you to the limit and doesnt sugar coat it and that is what I love the most.

I really wanted to like this book. Joyce Meyer is a well known author and her books often offer good advice. I was turned off by her referrals to her happy and healthy marriage. It's great that she has a happy and healthy marriage. Her husband, in her words, is a saint. I was hoping that the book would offer more practical approaches for women who don't have a saintly husband.

***There's one part in particular that I really had an issue with and could be a huge trigger for someone who dealt with trauma or sexual abuse. She states: "If you are too upset with your spouse to make love, it is probably more important to lovingly offer yourself at that time than ever before." There should be more emphasis on communication and progressing toward loving intimacy. It might just be me taking this personally but as I stated, others might find it triggering too.

I was provided a complimentary copy of the book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I have read many books and bible studies by Joyce Meyer. I have loved them all. This was just as good! I love all the Godly advice she gives and she uses the Bible to back up her advice. She talks about her own life’s ups and downs and the lessons she has learned from it. I love how she’s so down to Earth and is so humble. This book was very informative and I learned a lot from it.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

Although I’m a fan of Joyce Meyer, this one didn’t quite resonate with me. Some of the advice felt out of touch with what might work for everyone. Every marriage and relationship is unique, and while it’s valuable to look to God and our beliefs for guidance, it’s ultimately through understanding our partners that we find what truly works.

Always love books from This woman of God. It seems everytime that she is sitting in front of you and speaking directly to you. I will pass this book along to my mother and more.

Joyce Meyer, a prominent Christian author and speaker known for her practical Bible-based teachings, brings her signature encouragement and clarity to the topic of marriage in her latest book. With decades of ministry experience and a strong following in the evangelical community, Meyer approaches relationships through the lens of faith, grace, and intentional growth.

This book serves as a heartfelt reminder that marriage is a sacred gift—one to be honored, nurtured, and appreciated. Meyer emphasizes themes like gratitude, selflessness, and spiritual partnership, encouraging readers to take a proactive and prayerful approach to strengthening their relationships.

While many insights resonated, some topics felt like they could have benefitted from a deeper dive. Several sections ended just as they were becoming compelling, leaving the reader wanting more elaboration or practical application. Still, the overall tone remains uplifting and grounded in biblical truth.

This book may be a helpful resource for couples seeking faith-centered encouragement or a reminder of the purpose and power of marriage through the Christian lens.

NetGalley provided a complimentary ARC of this book and the opinions are my own.

This is a short book with lots of encouragement for married Christians. I don’t know that this book has much in it that I haven’t encountered in other Christian marriage books, but there are plenty of good reminders and a couple of things that I gained fresh insights on. I appreciated Joyce Meyer’s heart for healthy marriage and her clear love for God. I was amazed by her vulnerability in discussing her past and marriage. I also am glad this book was clear about the Gospel: our need for Christ.

However, this wasn’t a five-star read for me. While I appreciated that each chapter started with a Bible verse, I believe some claims in this book aren’t supported by the Bible: phrases including “God hides and you have to seek Him” and “you have to like yourself or you won’t be able to like others,” among others*. I applaud Joyce Meyer for moving away from the dangerous false teaching of the prosperity gospel, but there are still hints of it here (talk of God helping you reach YOUR goals and “simply obey and He will bless you” with the insinuation of material blessings). I’ll be honest, this book is also occasionally a little tone-deaf in my opinion. While the advice to have frequent sex and to make time for your children is certainly good advice, it rubbed me the wrong way when I was told women should be responsible for the mental load/reminding their husband of every family event and yet not be too tired for sex, or that people shouldn’t work too much because we’re too focused on buying what we merely want rather than what we really need (this from a woman who makes 10x more than most Americans do and also has a private jet). To be fair, there is a little more nuance in the writing in other places (she does tell husbands to help around the house, and she acknowledges many people need to work more to make ends meet). That’s just how I felt when reading it.

Overall, this is a decent marriage book, but I’d only recommend it to discerning Christians who are willing to take some of its points with a grain of salt. My favorite parts in the book were its exposition of 1 Corinthians 13 and its exhortation to truly enjoy your spouse. Meyer is wise to point out that by receiving God’s love for us, we are more able to give love to others. I appreciate these good reminders.

Thank you to NetGalley and FaithWords for the free eARC. I post this review with my honest opinions.

*Note: because I received an advanced copy, some of the book’s phrasing may be changed by the time of publication.

I thought this book was fine; nothing wonderful. Maybe I have read too many marriage books already. I didn’t feel like it was anything new. But great book if you’re just starting out about marriage and Gods take on it.

As always, Ms. Myers writes a wonderfully down to earth book about a topic that touches almost all of us. She speaks in such relatable ways that shows God is with her. I love all of her books, this one is no different