
A Woman's Frustrated
Desire

A new book from
Joel Daugherty, LPC-S
Blending Scripture, counseling experience, and real-life stories, Thy Desire Shall Be To Thy Husband explores what it means for a woman to live faithfully when marriage feels broken or disappointing. From Eve’s longing in Eden to the struggles of modern wives, it unpacks the curse of Genesis 3:16, its far-reaching implications, and the hope of Christ’s redemption. Each chapter combines Biblical insight with practical counsel—helping wives process grief, forgive deeply, and anchor their hearts in God’s promises.
This book is a guide for women who want to endure trials faithfully without enabling sin, and who long to see God’s transforming power in their lives and marriages.
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Discover how the curse of Eden still shapes marriage dynamics today and how Christ offers hope beyond it.
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Learn practical ways to grieve loss, forgive offense, and trust God’s refining work in your heart.
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Find encouragement from Biblical women and historical figures who endured marital hardships with faith.
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Recognize the difference between enduring trials faithfully and enabling a husband’s destructive behavior.
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Embrace God’s design for marriage as a place of redemption rather than despair.

The Companion Workbook is designed to help you apply the insights from Thy Desire Shall Be… directly to your own life, with guided exercises, journaling prompts, and discussion questions that bring each chapter to life. Perfect for personal reflection or group study, it provides a practical way to move from inspiration to real, lasting transformation when paired with the main book.

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