title: So You Plan to Marry a Man: Wisdom for Brides
author: Jean E. Oathout
description: </br> &ldquo;I was flabbergasted to open Jean&rsquo;s volume and read these instructive devotional poems. What a variety of topics! What practical counsel! I hope these poems will bless many as they have impressed me.&rdquo;- Bob Hostetler, speaker, and author of 27 books</br> </br> &nbsp;</br> </br> &quot;Those who enjoy poetry but who wouldn&#39;t read a how-to-do-marriage book will delight in Jean Oathout&#39;s tender encouragement and wisdom. Refresh your spirit and renew your love as you read So You Want to Marry a Man.&quot; -Jeanette Levellie, Author, Two Scoops of Grace with Chuckles on Top</br> </br> &nbsp;</br> </br> So You Plan to Marry a Man is the perfect engagement or personal wedding treasure for a bride. Jean Oathoat shares through sweet and tender poems the deep truths of married life. I felt like I was listening to a fairy godmother whispering poetic words of wisdom to the Princess bride. A precious book a bride will return to throughout married life and one day pass down to her children. - Elaine W. Miller, Speaker and Author of three books including, We All Married Idiots: Three Things You&#39;ll Never Change About Your Life and Ten Things You Can.&nbsp;</br> </br> &nbsp;</br> </br> &ldquo;Most books of poetry are tiresome, with trite phrasing and no central theme. Jean&rsquo;s work is a refreshing difference, with a clear, thematic devotional structure and wording that is original without being obscure. Best of all, she infuses her verses with strong biblical teaching, which makes for a rewarding devotional experience. Take a look &#9135; you&rsquo;ll be hooked! - David E. Fessenden, Senior editor, CLC Publications and author of Writing the Christian Nonfiction Book: Concept to Contract</br> </br> &nbsp;</br> </br> &ldquo;Solid Biblical teaching on the topic of marriage is broken down into easily comprehended poems which give a thought to chew on in a day. The quotes and Bible verses at the end of the devotional are also thought provoking. Great for brides of any age.&rdquo; - Cleo Lampos, speaker, educator, author, Teachers in the Trenches and Grandpa&#39;s Remembering Book.</br> </br> &nbsp;</br> </br> &ldquo;I am glad to recommend Jean&rsquo;s ministry of poetry. As you reflect on the message of these poems, you will encounter the Holy Spirit&rsquo;s presence in fresh, new ways.&rdquo; - Dennis King, pastor Owego (NY) Church of the Nazarene</br> </br> &nbsp;</br> </br> &ldquo;Jean&#39;s poem are filled with practical advice that comes straight from the heart. Grounded in the truth of God&#39;s Word, she faithfully describes the beauty of a marriage between two people committed to each other and to God.&rdquo; - Barbara Warren, author of The Gathering Storm</br> </br> &nbsp;</br>
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  “DO NOT BE AFRAID…
  
  …I’m not going to let him hurt you. I promise.”
  
  “How can you make such a promise?” Rose shuddered, blue eyes haunted. “The man
  will be my husband in two days’ time. No one could protect me from Bertram,
  and no one can protect me now.”
  
  Rand clutched her head between his hands and forced her to gaze into his eyes.
  His eyes blazed with conviction. “Listen to me. I know I failed you before,
  but I am going to make it right. I swear to you, Sir Golan will never have the
  opportunity to hurt you again.”
  
  “Why should I believe your promises after you lied to me?”
  
  “Because despite what you think, I care about you. I do not wish to see you
  forced to marry a man I now know is a danger to you.”
  
  “What are you saying, Rand? Edward insists I marry; there is naught you or
  anyone can do to sway the king when he has decided upon a course.”
  
  Rand took a deep breath. “I shall marry you instead.”
  
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