Extraordinary Praise for What To Do Before, “I Do”
“The best books (and by this, I mean the most helpful) are usually filled with the personal experiences the author has had with victory and defeat. This book is a good read because its author satisfies these requirements. Hiawatha Hemphill pulls us to his side and invites us to walk with him through his singleness journey. His book contains a good deal of valuable information that will help singles live out their lives with joy and an expanded sense of purpose and peace.” —Dr. Ronald E. Hawkins Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, Liberty University
“Singleness can be one of life’s greatest challenges. Society’s messages to singles are counterproductive to God’s plan and create loads of unwanted confusion and hardship. So, what do you do if you don’t know what to do? You read this book; it’s loaded with biblical answers! Whether you are single or divorced and single again, What to Do Before “I Do” is a must read for you.” —Pastor Paul Kendall Senior Pastor, Christ Family Church, host of Family Matters, and author of The Marriage Miracle
“I encourage you to read What to Do Before “I Do.” Hiawatha Hemphill has been a cherished friend for many years. As you read this book, his wisdom and practical insight will be a blessing to you. Although written with singles in mind, this resource will help heal your past and deep
en your trust and dependence upon the Lord, regardless of your marital status. Thanks, Hiawatha, for your labor of love in producing this work.” —Dr. James Peoples Pastor, Trinity Baptist, Keystone Heights, FL, and former President, Florida Baptist State Convention
“Rev. Hiawatha Hemphill’s book provides practical and needed insights about why we must understand and love ourselves before we can deeply love a companion. His use of scripture-based detox affirmations and reality checks, and focus on development of the entire person make What to Do Before “I Do” a helpful, compact, quickread guide. “Rev. Hemphill’s approach—to first unlearn our toxic past, then get ready for love—is a guidepost with next-step advice that helps with dating, marriage, and life in general. He gives the reader model prayers and practical advice that, if applied, can guide people to a loving Christian relationship with their spouses, and to salvation through Jesus Christ. “I recommend this book to all who are serious about living their lives based on godly principles and wisdom, as these will lead them to establish and maintain long-term, healthy love relationships.” —John X. Miller Senior editor, News and Commentary, ESPN
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