We Said I Do But He Didn'T : When Marriage Goes Wrong

When Cathy first met Lewis, a handsome, intelligent army reservists, dating was the last thing on her mind. As a single mother with a full-time job and a passion for ministry, she was content to focus on her relationships with God and her family. And, as an abuse survivor, she was also hesitant to place her trust in another man. But Lewis' persistence, coupled with the encouragement of well-meaning friends, convinced Cathy to open her heart once again. Indeed, their courtship was magical; Lewis was so warm, kind and attentive that by the time he popped the question Cathy was sure it was meant to be. They had no sooner said their I dos, however, when his true personality began to emerge. Through he never laid a hand on her, Cathy would soon learn that words can be just as damaging as a fist. Determined to make her marriage work, Cathy would endure years of Lewis' emotional and financial tornment; however, she would also learn valuable lessons about the true nature of love, marriage, and most of all, her own worth.We Said "I Do," But He Didn't is Cathy's journey from verbal and emotional abuse to freedom and healing. Unfortunately, her story is not unique; even the strongest people can find themselves in a toxic relationship. This book is not about blaming yourself for past mistakes, but about learning from them so you can move toward your highest good. It is also about developing your discernment muscles so that you can tell whether the person you are dating (or are already married to) is a healthy partner for you. Most importantly, it is about stepping out in faith and knowing that God will meet you where you stand and carry you though.

• | Author: Carolyn J Galler
• | Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• | Publication Date: Mar 23, 2019
• | Number of Pages: 142 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1987763998
• | ISBN-13: 9781987763997