Lasting Love: 12 Principles of Marriages that Last
John Hewett, pastor, counselor, and husband of 40+ years, shares 12 simple principles to strengthen your marriage.
Welcome to John’s Words of Wisdom
Welcome I’m John Hewett. After more than 40 years of marriage, ministry, and counseling, I wrote *Lasting Love: 12 Principles of Marriages that Last* to share simple, practical ideas couples can use today. This site is a place for encouragement: short reflections, printable guides, and a space to ask questions about your spiritual, emotional, or relational wellbeing.
John’s Book — Lasting Love
In his book, Lasting Love: 12 Principles of Marriages that Last, John Hewett draws from his over 40 years experience as a pastor, husband, and counselor to offer you practical advice on how to mend, mature, and/or spice up your marriage. He does not come to you so much as a scholar or as an expert know-it-all, but instead as somebody who has been there and done that.
He comes to you as a friend, offering priceless advice on how to make your marriage enjoyable and lasting. The 12 principles he presents have been tried and tested over the centuries, but are just as relevant today as they were 100 years ago. John uses modern anecdotes to bring these principles to life for you to read, enjoy, and learn from. The book is an easy read, but full of valuable information. It is sure to help you get and keep your marriage on the right track.
How John Can Help
Discover how John’s words of wisdom and various resources can support your journey toward lasting love.
Practical Guidance
Real, actionable advice couples can apply immediately.
Printable Worksheets
Simple one-page tools for reflection and discussion.
Ask John
Submit your question about spiritual, emotional, or relational wellbeing.
Download Chapter Worksheets
Strengthen your relationship with this practical reflection worksheet created by John Hewett.
It helps couples explore five key areas together — Family, Finances, Faith, Future, and Familiarity — to build a stronger foundation for lasting love.
What Readers Are Saying
These words from readers and couples show how John’s practical wisdom has encouraged and inspired others.
“Practical, heartfelt, and full of wisdom John’s insights changed the way we communicate.”
Reader of Lasting Love
“This isn’t theory, it’s lived experience.
Every couple should read Lasting Love.”
Small-Group Leader
“John’s worksheets gave us simple ways to reconnect and talk again.”
Married Couple
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