Separated and Life after Divorce, Married, Single

The perspective that each person (male and female) who desires to wed should be complete before marriage takes place is worth the cost of the book alone. And there is more...biblically based teaching.

Dr Myles is truly giving direction and instruction to live a productive full life after divorce. No one plans to end a marriage but this book certainly gives the answers divorced individuals ask themselves.

I believe we are created interdependent with one another. If you look at our social, psychological, and physical beings and needs, they are all intertwined. Yes! I believe that to be a strong person, you must know who you are and where you are going - independent of anyone else. Absolutely! My fear, with this book, is that goes way past this. It exhorts people to be single and stay single. This is a very modern American notion. We do not know our neighbors, we know our friends - but not really. We are isolated and we perpetuate that. The Bible seems clear that some are "built" for marriage and some are built for singledom. I fear this book will convince some who would really be happier sharing their lives with someone that being single is the correct path for them. For me, I can't recommend it.

It's a great resource to evaluate yourself after divorce . I was able to see why I choose my ex- husband and to see the mistakes I made. I wig there was more content instead of half of it being a devotional .

you didnt describe the no of page which is written on by ink. but the book is good. i suggest you explain the number of pages which has some ink written on it and show extent of ink writing by showing the picture of pages written in by ink

Not just trying to be critical but the description of this book is misleading. It's basically a discussion about divorce with an over-religious slant. It isn't balanced or secular in any way. The description should be updated to reflect this. If that's your cup of tea, great. If you're looking for a secular examination, steer clear.

This book gives an excellent balanced perspective on the topic of divorce, and is a great beginning resource for those who are single, or are struggling in their marriage.

The reason I say it's great for a 'beginning resource' is because it addresses the topic of truely being 'single', by defining it as "whole and unique". If you don't know who you are as a person, then you're not ready for a lifetime committment to another person. Marriage is about the union, or joining, of two uniquely whole people, but if you define yourself (or your happiness) by whether or not you are in a relationship, then you're not truely ready for one (according to the book).

The author goes on to explain that we must be in a "garden" condition, totally devoted to the plan that God has for your life, in order to be whole. To know who you are, and to know and be in a committed relationship with God, in order to be fully "whole and complete". However, it doesn't elaborate a lot on this, though ther are plenty of other books that do, the author should have a recommendation about how to go about developing this "garden" condition. I just found another book from the same author, that he could have possibly referred people to; "Kingdom Principles: Preparing for Kingdom Experience and Expansion", and "Applying the Kingdom: Rediscovering the Priority of God for Mankind". While I haven't read these, as of yet, it would make sense that he would make this sort of recommendation himself.

The one thing that I have to disagree with in this book, which the author does not deviate from the common viewpoint of most Christian leaderst today, but I believe that does not make this opinion the right one, just because it is believed by a majority. That is, the author refers to a conversation that Jesus has with the Pharisees in Matthew 19. Jesus tells them that "If anyone divorces for any other reason that 'sexual immorality', then they are committing adultery (if they remarry)." He, and most other Christian leaders, believe that adultery is included in 'sexual immorality' and the definition of the original word certainly does include that definition. However, Jesus uses a different word for adultery 2 or 3 other times in this passage, so I don't believe He originally intended to include that meaning in this context. My belief is that Jesus is referring to the marrying of "close relations", the Bible restricts people from marrying their spouse's siblings (your wife's sister, or your husband's brother - except in the case where your sibling dies and has no offspring, then they were instructed to marry the widow in order to carry on the family line). Other restrictions were, your father's wife (obviously step-mother), your father or mother's siblings. Jesus mentions this provision for divorce because Herod, the Roman leader at the time, was involved in one of these relationships. In fact, John the Bpatist spoke out against this very relationship, and was beheaded for it, and some believe the Pharisees were bringing this up to Jesus so they could accuse Him of the very same thing, and have this "problem Prophet" removed from the community (i.e. executed).

One good thing that I took away from this book is that if the marriage union (of two believers) was truely joined by God, there would be no consideration for divorce. The author refers to the Scripture passage that says "Whatever God has joined, let no man tear assunder". He goes on to point out that Paul teaches if a person becomes a new believer in Christ, and their spouse wishes to divorce, then let them, in such cases, God was not the one who joined these two together, even if they were married in a church, and by a pastor.

This book is a must read for every unmarried, seperated, married and divorce person. Be prepared to be totally blown away by the vast wealth of knowledge you will acquire. I must warn you, you must be willing to abandon previous misconceptions and beliefs to fully grasps the Truth written here. Dr. Munroe left no stones unturned. I could not put this book down. I just kept saying Wow, Wow. The Truth of this book kept leaping off the pages right into my spirit.
If you want to know what it means to be Single, read this book. This book prepares you for marriage, it heals the broken heart, and enriches marriages. After reading this book I finally understood what it means to be Single. Wow- I'm Amazed. You will be too. When we know who we are, and know our purpose, life takes on a whole new meaning. I tell everyone about this book. When you have a good thing you share it. Read this book, you will never be the same. Thank you Dr. Munroe.

I am recently separated and after 22 years of marriage, the thought of being single terrified me. This book gave me a whole new perspective on what it actually means to be single, which is different than being alone. Knowing that we are all created to be unique, whole, "single" humanbeings first and that God made us that way, gives me the strength to stay focused on my healing as a person and not go searching for it with someone else. Being in a relationship with others doesn't make me a whole person and when I enter into a new relationship in the future, I plan on being a strong, unique, whole and single person first this time.
I highly recommend this book to those who are struggling with the myth that being single isn't the norm.

This book is greatly needed for all unmarried, married, and divorce individuals...God created us all to be single...find out the true difference between single vs. unmarried. IT IS A MUST READ!!! It also deals with issues and sterotypes created by culture/society and our socioeconomic environment. The author clearly explains and defines word origins in basic english. The content flows and is very easy to read...IT IS A MUST HAVE...I'm am reading again....great closing of each chapter! Dr. Munroe truly shows the glory of God through his book as one of the collection of written masterpiece. I believe this is a message for all today and for now...make the time to read it and understand it. I would also recommend "The Purpose and Power of God's Glory" (ISBN 0768421195) by Dr. Munroe...THIS BOOK WILL BLOW YOU AWAY!!!! Both books are hard to put down...by the time you finish, they will impact your life in a seasoned, maturing, and productive way...you will finished the book as a different person experiencing the WORD OF GOD for you. You will discover your purpose and know that you are destiny is set for greatness...there is so much more to soak in and digest through these two books...THEY ROCK!

Absolutely best book on this subject I have read. Dr. Monroe boldly, biblically, and accurately speaks into each of these states independently as well as weaving them together in a powerful theme. A must read.

To say this book changed my life is an understatement! I thought I was ready to be married until I read Dr. Munroe's book; not to knock all you married folks out there, but I am SO amped about being single! This book is also encouraging to those dealing with singleness through death or divorce.
Thanks, Dr. Munroe, for reminding me that God created us all to be "single" in heart!

Excellent book for all christian singles. Dr Myles Munroe delivers a much needed word on singleness, wholeness, & being whom we are supposed to be in Christ Jesus. Some people live a lifetime and never realize what it means to be whole. Our goal should be, as pointed out in his book, to seek an intimate relationship with God and then every other desire will be given to us according to God's purpose for our lives.

The book is horrible on many different levels, please believe me when I say this. I am not interested to go in depth as to the many reasons I dislike this book, but I thought that I would warn future purchasers.

I highly recommend this book for every walk of life wheather you find yourself single, going through a divorce,seperated or divorced... and married just like the title says. It is a book you will want to refer back to over and over again. Be blessed.

This is an excellent book for all relationships. I was very impressed and so happy that I purchased this book. It gave so much enlightenment and wisdom. I highly recommend this book for anyone looking to better understand how to live single, married and life after divorce. It is truly a blessing.