Because I Said Forever: Embracing Hope in an Imperfect Marriage [Paperback]

Heather Kopp (Author), Debbie Kalmbach (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2001

A recent study indicates that Christian marriages don't fail as often as secular marriages -- they fail more! Debbie Kalmbach, the wife of a recovering alcoholic, understands the longing to leave but offers Christian wives solid reasons to stay in a difficult marriage. This is not a "how to save your marriage" but more a guidebook for wives on how to save their ability to love, to honor their commitment to their husbands, and to maintain their faith in God while in marriages that may never live up to their dreams. Debbie tackles tough questions such as "Why won't he go to counseling?" "Can I change him?" and "What do I do when I don't feel in love anymore?" with a warm, compassionate approach sure to encourage and inspire every struggling wife.

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About the Author

Heather Kopp

Heather Kopp is an editor and writer whose fifteen books include the bestseller The Dieter's Prayer Book and God's Little Book of Guarantees. She is also the coauthor of Because I Said Forever. Kopp and her husband, David, have five children and live in central Oregon.

Debbie Kalmbach

Debbie Kalmbach is an author and speaker whose writing credits include a children's book, Corey's Daddy Drinks Too Much, Christian curriculum, contributions to a number of women's books, and articles in magazines such as Moody Monthly, Virtue, and Christian Parenting. She and her husband Randy, have two grown sons and live in Washington state.

Product Details

• Paperback: 220 pages
• Publisher: Multnomah Books (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1576738523
• ISBN-13: 978-1576738528
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,075,352 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book was written for me..., May 22, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Because I Said Forever: Embracing Hope in an Imperfect Marriage (Paperback)

I would recommend this book to anybody having doubts about their marriage and feeling disappointed that their dreams they've held all their life have not held up in realty. The author gets into your head, knows your thoughts, because everything hypothetical situation she discussed I could relate to, either through my thoughts or by my actions. It's especially helpful if you have kids and you feel desperate to find a healthy and christian perspective. I plan to pass this book on to my church library (although I'll keep a copy for reference) and pass it on to others struggling. I think when it comes down to it, this book just reinforces that the world is not perfect, we 'are' human, and therefore, we will make mistakes...it's how you respond to those mistakes that's important.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Book Is An Answer To Prayer..., June 4, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Because I Said Forever: Embracing Hope in an Imperfect Marriage (Paperback)

This book is for anyone who is looking for a book that will help them if they are wanting to keep their marriage vows and to make their marriage work even in very difficult and stressful circumstances. If you are at the end of your rope and have tried everything you know of and still are feeling like you can't find answers on how to survive in your marriage, this book is for you!
I have read many books on marriage and relationships and this is by far the best. It is practical and honest.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Because I Said Forever is a Wonderful Book, January 7, 2002

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Kayla Hogans (Houston, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Because I Said Forever: Embracing Hope in an Imperfect Marriage (Paperback)

This is by far the best book I have ever read on the subject of marriage. It was easy to read and offered really good information on how to make your marriage work in a "not so perfect marriage." I have given this book to a friend as a gift and I think she will enjoy it as well. It has made me a differnt person.