If I’m honest, sometimes I do take what we
have lightly. I neglect the relationship here on earth that matters
most. I pour myself out for others and he gets the remnants. I nag, complain, and whine … and I sap his strength {See Proverbs 12:4 NLT}.
But this post isn’t for my confessions, it’s to offer all of us simple ways to speak well of our husbands … and hopefully change some of our mindsets and habits in this area.
1. Speak well of him in your prayers. Rather than asking God to change him, spend some time asking God to show you how to pray for this man in your life.
2. Speak well of him to yourself. Remind yourself of those things you love about your husba.
3. Speak well of him to your children.
4. Speak well of him to your mother. I know the temptation to “vent” to your mom when he drives you crazy. Resist!! You’ll move past it … she might not. {This applies to everyone in your family as well.}
5. Speak well of him to his family.
No matter how close you are to your in-laws, it’s never a good idea to
vocalize those personal frustrations you have about your husband to
them.
6. Speak well of him to your friends. Don’t join in the “husband bashing.” It’s a dangerous path!
7. Speak well of him to other women. You have a great opportunity to model being a supportive wife for those who are watching you. {Use discernment about what you share and with whom.}
8. Speak well of him to his coworkers (and their wives).
Be cautious about sharing personal details in general with your
husband’s coworkers but never speak disparagingly about him to those
with whom he works.
9. Speak well of him whenever the opportunity presents itself!
But may I suggest that you be wise in what and where you share. It’s
easy to use a Facebook status to express your fondness but make sure
your motivation is truly to bless him and not to draw attention to
yourself. After all, if he is a private person, he may not appreciate
the public attention.
Which brings me to a final suggestion:
10. Speak well of him to him. Take time to communicate with your husband your appreciation for who he is and what he does.
How do you speak well of your husband?
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