"Foreword by John MacArthur"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references.

Introduction -- Part one : A husband's recognitions : foundational truths for the exemplary husband. A husband's understanding of his present condition -- A husband's understanding of God -- A husband's understanding of man and sin -- A husband's understanding of relationships -- A husband's understanding of marriage -- A husband's understanding of his role -- Part two : A husband's responsibilities : faithful commitments of the exemplary husband. A husband's responsibility : worshiping Christ only -- A husband's responsibility : love -- A husband's responsibility : leadership, part 1 -- A husband's responsibility : leadership, part 2 -- A husband's responsibility : physical intimacy -- A husband's responsibility : stewardship -- Part three : A husband's resolves : fundamental commitments of the exemplary husband. A husband's resolve : humility and service -- A husband's resolve : sensitivity -- A husband's resolve : helping his wife deal with her sin -- A husband's resolve : good communication -- A husband's resolve : conflict resolution -- Part four : A husband's regrets : fatal sins to the exemplary husband. A husband's regret : anger -- A husband's regret : anxiety and fear -- A husband's regret : lust -- When all is said and done -- Biographical sketch of Stuart Scott -- Appendixes. Taking thoughts captive -- God's process of change explained -- A sample of relationships God addresses in the Bible -- Daily reminder of how to treat one another -- The biblical position on divorce and remarriage : the elders' perspective / Grace Community Church -- Bi-weekly / monthly leadership worksheet -- Personal schedule form -- Finance seminar : do we know what God's Word says? / James W. Rickard -- Defining "love covers", "love conceals" and "overlooking a transgression."

The overall purpose of this book is to assist husbands toward purposeful and lasting Christlikeness for the glory of God. It was written to be a companion book for The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace. Couples who commit to the biblical principles presented in these books will find a oneness in marriage that will give God glory and bring His blessing. - Back cover.