The Love Dare

The Love Dare is a powerful 40‑day challenge that really helps couples grow in understanding, patience, and intentional love. The daily readings are simple but meaningful, and the practical steps make it easy to apply in real life. A beautiful resource for strengthening any marriage.

I purchased this book before when having my own difficulties in my relationship, now I purchased it for my son and his relationship. I believe this book helps with self reflection and realization, and helps with your relationship.

A book I often go back to read again and again. it’s wonderful ! Helps with not only marriage but loving others too.

I have not finished this book, but let me tell you, it contains principles that you can put to work in your every day life with everyone. This book is amazing for the soul. It's great for introspection: am I really as good as I think I am? am I really as loving? what can I work on? what bothers me and why? These questions come up (not in the book) when you're thinking about the "dares" that they give to you. The first dare is to not say anything negative to your spouse, and if you feel the need to, don't say anything at all. My husband and I are happily married and incredibly in love, but I see that not all couples are still like this, so this book is awesome for them. I got it because I know there are times where I can be insensitive to his feelings and needs and I write it off as me being hormonal-- but in the end, I realize that I still hurt him and it broke my heart that I could ever act in a less than loving way. Even though we aren't like the couple in the movie (have you seen the movie Fireproof? Watch it with something to wipe your tears on near by!), I still feel that everything I am learning in this book is definitely applicable. What's nice is there are 40 days in this book, which has Biblical significance. Even if you're not religious or don't read the Bible, I would still recommend this book to anyone because it does touch on the needs of the soul (even if you don't think you have one, it still touches something!). Give this book a try. If your marriage is slowly depleting, if you feel that your spouse isn't as responsive or kind to you as before, if you want to make sure that your beautiful marriage stays as loving and as happy as it is now, try this book out. I originally bought this book when my husband and I first got married, and I didn't take it too seriously because... Well I never struggled with the issues the book brought up and I thought I didn't need it. Even though we are still in love, I can say that you get "too comfortable" and may not treat them as nicely as you did when you first got married, but this book keeps you in check and reminds you why you fell in love in the first place. It makes you a bit more grateful for your spouse or loved one. If you feel like you could use a little bit more love in your life and don't have a spouse or boyfriend, this book is good for this as well. Not everything will apply, but it gives great insight. I totally recommend it to everyone. It's not that much and it could save your marriage or relationship.

Highly recommend this book. Very insightful author. Full of scriptural wisdom from God. Praise God Who is The Author of all things!

I give this 4 stars with solid reason, I really wish there was a 4.5 option. This is my ONLY complaint, there are a few chapters where the dare is simply against the message of the book. When the book directs me as it did, my world opened up. My wife opened up, we talked like we haven't in years. I was being emotionally invested in getting to know my wife again, and ultimately falling in love with her all over again. Then there's a chapter that dares to initiate a sexual encounter. Well, on that day of the awesome long talk, we had we both came to healing about past sexual abuse. Neither one of us had gone that deeply concerning the topic, but we did that day, all based off a Love Dare that changed the way we talk. I wasn't able to check that dare off. There was also another one I didn't check but that's not a big enough to make me not love and appreciate this book. I worked this with a friend who was more challenged in his marriage than I am in mine. The open hearted conversations he has had with his wife has initiated healing in their marriage and if he sticks with this and finishes the book, better days are ahead. Love dare showed me how selfish I am, not easy to see. It made me vulnerable to my wife again allowing her needs to get to my heart again like they did early in our relationship. I HEAR her better now, and I LISTEN better too. Remembering the little things that matter to her. I realized thanks to Love Dare that I hadnt been very good lately at helping to carry to her load (she always helps with mine) I learned how to better serve her, and how to accept from her the ways which she serves me. She has become my hero again. Love Dare is not flawless. It was the last book I read in 2014. There is no "resolution" for the new year, its a permanent change. Two words of caution. First I talked to a woman at the book store once who was in a marriage with a cheating husband. This book will not help a situation like that. Look at Love Dare as a vitamin, a way to supplement a mostly healthy marriage. Secondly, dont plan on your spouse changing because of what you read in the book. It will change you more than them. IF like my bookstore lady, something is already broken, sadly this book wont help. If you really want to try to fix a marriage like that, professional help is recommended. Lastly, this book has an AMAZING Appendix. Take my advice and USE it. I went through the scripture list and high lighted all the biblical text in my mens bible to use as a Love Dare field manual so to speak. There are prayer guides, and a great section on leading your heart vs following your heart. A great book and I am grateful I was lead to it. As I said, not flawless, but the shot in the arm I needed to be a better husband.

The Love Dare has been an absolute blessing for my wife and me! From the moment we started reading, we realized this book is more than just words—it’s a transformative journey that challenges and strengthens your marriage in ways you never expected. Each day’s dare provides practical, heartfelt guidance to help build deeper love, understanding, and patience. It’s not just about surface-level actions—it encourages real, meaningful change by helping couples grow closer, communicate better, and love unconditionally. One of the things I love most is how this book is rooted in faith and biblical principles, reminding us that love is a choice and a commitment, not just a feeling. The daily challenges are eye-opening and powerful, encouraging us to be more selfless, patient, and intentional in our relationship. Since starting The Love Dare, I’ve noticed a positive shift in how my wife and I interact. It has strengthened our bond, deepened our appreciation for each other, and reminded us of the true meaning of love. If you’re looking for a way to revive, restore, or strengthen your marriage, I highly recommend this book. It’s truly a must-read for any couple, whether newlyweds or decades into marriage. ❤️🙏✨

Loved doing this, we got the devotional also!