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Before I Do
- Bride Vows
- Narrated by: Sarah Clarkson
- Length: 54 mins
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Summary
Before I Do: Bride Vows is a wonderful resource for information, whether you're looking for it before you say "I do," after the wedding, after the kids, or even until eternity.
According to the bible, wives should submit to their husbands just as they submit to the Lord. Because the husband is the head of the wife in the same way that Christ is the head of the church, there really is a challenge presented here, isn't there? Figuring out what it means for the husband to be the head of the wife can be a challenging endeavor because of this difficulties. This not only brings up the themes of subjection and oppression, but it also brings up the question of how much the social condition of the moment affects the amount to which the husband is the head of the household.
The fact that we live in a fallen world makes this issue more challenging, though. Permit me to transport you to Genesis chapter three, to the event known as the fall, which is the starting point of our problem. The following is what God warned would happen as a direct consequence of their disobedience. In Gen 3:16, he said to the woman, "I will greatly increase your pangs in childbearing; in pain you shall bring forth children, yet your desire shall be for your husband, and he shall rule over you." Although the woman's pain during childbirth would be greatly increased, she would still desire her husband, and he would have authority over her.
To put it another way, her desire for her husband is not so much a desire to have sexual relations with him, as it is a desire to exert power over him. Therefore, as a consequence of the fall, men now hold authority over women, despite the fact that most women would prefer the situation to be reversed. Our goal is not to love and adore one another. Rather, it is to have complete control. Therefore, the tendency that comes more naturally to us is not to surrender to one another, but rather to dominate over one another. Because of this, it is going to be quite challenging for us to deal with a passage such as this one. It is difficult for wives since they do not wish to bow to the authority of another person.
Before I Do: Bride Vows is a guidebook that provides brides and grooms with actionable measures they may take to build meaningful and fulfilling marriages.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- Ron Meyer
- 09-07-23
This audiobook provides helpful information
A fun little escape into a low stress story with fun characters. The best part of this book for me was the right amount of character development so they mattered and contributed to the story in meaningful ways.
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- Lorrie Leclerc
- 09-07-23
Wonderful Bundle of knowledge
She is just gifted. Cousins never disappoints and this book is better than advertised. I listened this with a perpetual smile interrupted by cackles of laughter. Highly recommend
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- Eve Strickland
- 09-07-23
Very happy to listen this great book.
Unique and interesting start to finish. I loved this story of the complexities of the human heart. Life is messy and beautiful.Really good audiobook to listen!!!
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- Karen Smith
- 09-07-23
Great book !
I love that the story weaves in the complexities of life and love and highlights that if you keep walking along your path, life might surprise you with something beautiful and unexpected just around the corner.
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- Francis Williams
- 09-07-23
Loved this love story
I really enjoyed this book, and the narrator was terrific. It had some funny parts too. I will listen to more books by this author.
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- Ismael H. Cozart
- 06-07-23
A Compassionate Roadmap to Lasting Love
"Before I Do" is an exceptional book that serves as a compassionate roadmap for couples embarking on the journey of marriage. With its insightful advice and practical guidance, this book empowers couples to lay a strong foundation for their relationship before saying "I do." The author's empathetic tone and relatable anecdotes create a safe and relatable space for listeners to explore important topics such as communication, trust, and shared values.
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- John McDonald
- 08-07-23
This is the best book that I've listen
Very true to life , I loved all the characters and was drawn in from the first chapter. Sometimes quite upsetting & gritty , it's nice to hear people don't always live a perfect life . I'd definitely recommend this book , it's on my re-listen list ❤️.
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- Anthony Burns
- 09-07-23
I recommended this audiobook.
This story sounded so much like mine. Looking for something more when I had it all…😢. However the end was excellent! I wish it were my story! Thnak you so much
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- John Baeza
- 09-07-23
Really good audiobook to listen!!!
Great story and great narration. I thoroughly enjoyed. The ending wraps everything up so well. I highly recommend taking the time to listen.
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- Crystal Naquin
- 09-07-23
Enjoyable audiobook!
One of the few poetry books on Audible I have thoroughly enjoyed listening to. Very descriptive and engaging work.This book played an extremely supportive role.
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