A Change Of Heart [Paperback]

Andrea Evans (Author), Margaret Miller (Author), Janie Putman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 15, 2003

Every woman has at least one thing in common with her mother-in-law--they both love the same man. But this relationship can be one of the most challenging aspects of marriage. A Change of Heart was designed for mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law who want to improve and strengthen their relationships.

Appropriate for personal study or for use in small groups, this book offers a personality questionnaire to help you "look in the mirror" for insight into your own traits and temperament, an engaging story that illustrates the adjustments a woman must make as she becomes part of another family, and a study guide filled with exercises, readings and practical ideas to promote healing in your relationship, even if the situations and people around you don't change.

If you've ever felt misunderstood, experienced feelings of bitterness or resentment, if you long to become a more fair, forgiving and compassionate woman, open this book and be prepared for A Change of Heart.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This book helped me immensely in my relationship with my daughters-in-law." -- Nancy Harrell, small group participant

"This book illustrates the truth that a harmonious relationship takes effort on both sides. I loved it!" -- Susan G. Baker, wife of former Secretary of State James A. Baker and mother-in-law of 6

"This course provided insights into a relationship that is inherently strained at best. Thank you for hope!" -- Jane Elwood, small group participant

Product Details

• Paperback: 127 pages
• Publisher: Rutledge Books (February 15, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 158244241X
• ISBN-13: 978-1582442419
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,132,516 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #22 in Books > Literature & Fiction > Women's Fiction > Mothers & Children

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must read" for the wife struggling with her in-law., May 30, 2003

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SALLY GAINES - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Change Of Heart (Paperback)

This book is too late for me but I would give anything if I'd had
availble to me, at the time, a book as sensitive as this one.
The insights are straightforward and revealing of both sides of the issue. Written from the Christian perspective it offers a
lot of tools for the possibility of change.
I would recomend it highly to the young wife confronted with
what seems to be an insurmountable problem.
Even without a mother-in-law today, I am reminded that in any
troubling relationship, there are two sides to be considered.
These three authors have done a masterful job with
the subject. It will make a good 8 week study course.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Change of Heart by Andrea Evans, et al, April 28, 2003

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Laura Abell (Baltimore, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Change Of Heart (Paperback)

This book is perfect for anyone who wants to improve their relationship with their mother-in-law or daughter-in-law, and would also work well as a small group study. I found the personality test useful in helping me to understand my strengths and weaknesses. This information also shed light on the differences in temperament and personality between me and my mother-in-law. The story portrayed in the journal helped by giving examples I could relate to, and the Bible Study was great. I highly recommend this book!

5.0 out of 5 stars What you always wanted to know about mother-in-laws*, September 1, 2003

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Sue L. Stewart (Houston, TX, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Change Of Heart (Paperback)

(*but were afraid to ask!) If you have a mother-in-law, or hope to become one some day, read this book. It begins by addressing the fundamental challenge of any relationship: differing personality types. Once you have a better understanding of both your personality type and your mother-in-law's, A Change of Heart recreates a very believable mother-in-law relationship in the form of one woman's journal spanning the length of her journey from wife to daughter-in-law to mother to mother-in-law. The occasional frustration, disappointment and hurt in her relationship with her mother-in-law may strike a familiar chord, comforting you with the thought that these difficulties are probably normal. It is also a comfort to "watch" as the young woman matures, both emotionally and spiritually. An added bonus is the eight sessions of a workbook section, perfect for a small group of Christian women or a book club. Many scripture references lend the workbook principles an air of Godly authority and exhortation which can improve other relationships as well... I highly recommend this book for women who want the most out of their relationship with the other woman who loves their husband.