Different by Design: God's Master Plan for Harmony Between Men and Women in Marriage [Paperback]

H. Dale Burke (Author), Howard G. Hendricks (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 2000

Despite popular opinion, men and women are both from earth. So why are we so different? We think, feel, and perceive things so differently that sometimes it can cause serious friction. The good news is, God made us the way we are for a purpose. Different By Design exposes the myth of incompatibility between men and women and points to down-to-earth, biblical guidance for building healthy relationships.

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About the Author

H. Dale Burke serves as senior pastor of First Evangelical Free Church in Fullerton, California. He has over twenty years of experience as a pastor, counselor, and conference speaker, both here and abroad. He has also authored A Love That Never Fails. He and his wife, Becky, have three children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 213 pages
• Publisher: Moody Pr (March 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802481973
• ISBN-13: 978-0802481979
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,027,229 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Surprised by DIFFERENCE, April 30, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Different by Design: God's Master Plan for Harmony Between Men and Women in Marriage (Paperback)

I've read so many books on marriage--and found most of them to be repetitive and lacking in both originality and practicality--that this book was a happy surprise. It is readable, Biblical, full of good antecdotal illustrations, and best-of-all, has something to say in a fresh way about marital relationships. I particularly liked that the author didn't back away from saying some of the 'hard' things just because they don't happen to enjoy societal support at the moment. I was challenged to think anew about my own quarter-century-old marriage, and for that I'm grateful.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW! Makes a great gift!, June 3, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Different by Design: God's Master Plan for Harmony Between Men and Women in Marriage (Paperback)

This book gives a fresh perspective on the whole "Mars/Venus" issue so popular in today's society. It gives practical ways men and women can appreciate and celebrate their differences. Burke's views and ideas seem to be sincere and applicable. This makes a great gift for anniversaries and newly weds.

11 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is right on target! Women will love it!, June 14, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Different by Design: God's Master Plan for Harmony Between Men and Women in Marriage (Paperback)

Finally a book that gives a balanced perspective on men and women in marriage. It is so right on! Burke's understanding of women, what makes them tick and what annoys them is delivered with alot of honesty and a touch of humor. He ignores the political correct views of modern culture and give men and women practical advice they can put into practice the day the read the book. Must read as far as I'm concerned! The forward by Howard Hendricks is also worth the price of the book.