Dear God, He's Home!

A Woman's Guide to Her Stay-at-Home Man

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Pub Date Mar 05 2013 | Archive Date Apr 19 2013

Description

What do you do when your husband calls and says he's lost his job? How do you handle a husband who has been diagnosed with Parkinson's and is now homebound? Will your routine ever get back to normal now that your loving husband who has been deployed for 12 months is suddenly back at home? Regardless of the reason he's home, one fact is clear . . . he's home.
Dear God, He's Home! is a practical, honest look at how women can deal with a husband who is forced to become a stay-at-home man—regardless of the reason. Husbands across the country are experiencing life changes and are being forced home for multiple reasons including health changes, job loss, end of military deployment, and other factors. Their wives are being forced to deal with these changes, too, and the combination of stresses can take its toll on a marriage.
Couples do not have to go through these changes alone. Author and former Saddleback Church leader Janet T. Thompson shares from her heart and her personal experience on how to deal with the paralyzing shock that comes with life changes; what to do next; how to deal with people's reactions; grieving the losses associated with any change;discovering a new focus and purpose as a couple; and restoring the joy to your marital relationship.
Dear God, He's Home! includes personal thought questions, discussion questions for couples, and a small-group discussion guide.

What do you do when your husband calls and says he's lost his job? How do you handle a husband who has been diagnosed with Parkinson's and is now homebound? Will your routine ever get back to normal...


Advance Praise

What People Are Saying about Janet Thompson and Dear God, He’s Home . . .

"Janet Thompson’s passionate faith, schooled wisdom, and practical applications make her message one for every woman who wants to live an abundant life in Christ."

Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, LesAndLeslie.com, authors of Love Talk

"This encouragement-filled book is ideal for women whose husbands are now home all day. . . If this is your situation, you’ll find sound advice, empathy, and practical solutions in Dear God, He’s Home!

Poppy Smith, international speaker, author, spiritual life coach, poppysmith.com; Golden Scroll Award winner: Why Can’t HE Be More Like ME?

"Only Janet could help you see an otherwise panic situation as a precious season of life. With her honesty, warmth, and biblical insights, she takes your hand and gently guides you through this journey. . . "

Cindi McMenamin, author of When Women Walk Alone, When a Woman Inspires Her Husband, and Women on the Edge

"Marriage can be a revolving door of transitions and adjustments—some harder than others! Janet Thompson’s practical wisdom gleaned in the trenches offers hope for those on the roller coaster of love."

Pam Farrel, author of more than 35 books including Men Are Like Waffles—Women Are Like Spaghetti and 52 Ways to Wow Your Husband

"Janet has written a book that is sure to help many women whose husbands are now home after being in the workplace for their entire married lives. Instead of dread at the prospect of being together 24/7, Janet shows how women can learn to treasure these years and make them the best ever."

Carole Lewis, First Place 4 Health national director, author of Live Life Right Here Right Now

"Janet and her husband, Dave, open up their lives to give us a glance at what it’s really like to have 24/7 marital togetherness. Let’s just say it’s not always pretty, but there is an abundance of grace."

Saundra Dalton-Smith, MD, author of Set Free to Live Free: Breaking Through the 7 Lies Women Tell Themselves

"Janet has done it again! How I wish this book had been available during my husband’s year off from work. Most people don’t realize the spouse is grieving too. Dear God, He’s Home! is filled with practical, insightful, and wise words. An excellent resource. I highly recommend it!"

Laura Petherbridge, international speaker and author of When "I Do" Becomes "I Don’t": Practical Steps for Healing During Separation and Divorce and The Smart Stepmom

"One of the greatest transitions a couple needs to make is when the husband is suddenly home 24/7, whether this is due to retirement, disability, or a layoff. Janet tackles this often difficult stage by providing encouragement and tips for those at this season of life."

Susan Titus Osborn, author of 30 books including Wounded by Words and Too Soon to Say Goodbye.

"This must-read not only encourages spouses experiencing a stay-at-home hubby, it also inspires and equips every woman to joyfully embrace the marriage God ordained through all life’s seasons. So, get ready to laugh, shed tears, and be uplifted as you relate to Janet’s compelling, real-life accounts."

Penny Monetti, coauthor of Called to Serve: Encouragement, Support, and Inspiration for Military Families and Honored to Serve: Guidance and Encouragement for Military Families in Transition

"A timely book—real, raw, and redemptive. . .. Janet addresses the struggles and blessings of living with a stay-at-home husband in a variety of scenarios, but also with great biblical insights that can encourage any marriage."

Dawn Wilson, founder of Heart Choices Ministries and coauthor of LOL with God

"Janet introduces the reader to men and women of wisdom who have faced life’s transitions, both anticipated and unwanted. Their honesty, God’s Word, and Janet’s vulnerability will deeply encourage and challenge you as you read and journal yourself into a new stage of trust, acceptance, and growth. A must-read for all!"

Janet Congo, marriage and family therapist, author, cofounder of LifeMates

What People Are Saying about Janet Thompson and Dear God, He’s Home . . .

"Janet Thompson’s passionate faith, schooled wisdom, and practical applications make her message one for every woman who...


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