Day 40 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For His Life's Calling"

"I the Lord have made you the vessel of my purpose, I have taken you by the hand, and kept you safe, and I have given you to be an agreement to the people, and a light to the nations:To give eyes to the blind, to make free the prisoners from the prison, to let out those who are shut up in the dark."

Isaiah 42: 6,7 (BBE)

Let's Pray:
I know Lord you have made (_____) a vessel of your purpose, you have taken him by the hand, and kept him safe, and you have given him to be an agreement to the people, and a light to the nations: To give eyes to the blind, to make free the prisoners from the prison, to let out those who are shut up in the dark.
Lord, I ask you to give him a sound mind full of peace in his heart knowing without a doubt that he has been called for a special purpose. Lord, reveal that purpose to him and replace any fear in his heart with faith in you. For you have not given (_____) a spirit of timidity but a spirit of power and love and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,
We have come to the end of the 40 Days of Prayer challenge. I hope you've discovered how easy it is to take a verse out of the Bible and turn it into a prayer for your husband. Our church does these "40 Days" campaigns every year because they discovered that it takes about six weeks to establish a habit. I strongly encourage you to keep praying for your husband everyday.

If you joined in on the challenge in the middle, I plan to re-publish the entire 40 Prayers over the next 40 days starting tomorrow. So, let others know. You'll be able to go through it again; this time without any blank days in between. : ) Or, if you want you can do your own using verses you choose. Either way, just do it!

This is my third time doing this and like the first two times; God has again done some major pruning in my marriage. Some wounds that have never been totally cleaned and properly dressed; have now been re-addressed and are beginning a much needed time of healing. Each time our marriage takes another step towards deeper intimacy. God has taught me more about my husband and my love has grown so much deeper. I am looking forward to seeing what God does next week!! He is so amazing!

If you want to learn how to love or fall back "in-love" with your husband; start praying for him.

-Kristy

Day 39 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For God's Power"

"Listen, I have given you power to walk on snakes and scorpions, power that is greater than the enemy has. So nothing will hurt you."

Luke 10:19 (NCV)

Let's Pray:

Lord, Thank you for giving (_____) the power to walk on snakes and scorpions, power that is greater than the enemy has. So nothing will hurt him!! I pray that he will remember that he can do anything today with your help. Help him to know that you can do far more within him than he could dare to ever ask for! Lord, help me to continue to build him up. Help me to notice his strengths and stop hounding him about his weaknesses. Thank you Lord! In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,
Our husbands are being constantly reminded of all their responsibilities of being a husband and a father. They are probably harder on themselves than we think. They instinctively want to be good providers and often think they don't measure up. We can help them a lot by noticing all the good they are doing to provide and minimizing the not-so-good.

I'll say it again-- Remember to PRAISE him about the good and PRAY about the not-so-good!!

-Kristy

Day 38 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For Doing What is Right, Not What's Easy"

"Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit's leading in every part of our lives. Let us not become conceited, or provoke one another, or be jealous of one another."

Galatians 5:25-26 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, since (_____) is living by your Spirit, I pray he will follow your Spirit's leading in every part of his life. Let him not become conceited, or provoke anyone, or be jealous of anyone. Give him the courage to stand up and do what is right and not cave in to what everyone else is doing. Lord, help him to know in his heart that when he's following you he IS doing what is right and bless him with peace in his heart.

Lord, I pray that your Spirit will pour your wisdom into him today and guide his every step. I pray you will use your Holy Spirit to unite us as husband and wife, as we teach and lead our children. You tell us that you have given us your spirit and I thank you for that! I pray for your spirit to guide us together today. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

There is only a couple of days left of this 40 Days of Prayer, but I encourage you to keep praying. I hope that these past 38 days or so have helped you develop a habit of praying daily for your husband and your marriage. Once again, as I have said at the beginning; my marriage has yet again gone through more transformation. As recently as this morning, our marriage has grown stronger and we've been stretched as a couple more than ever before in our relationship. Though the struggles have rendered tears of sadness at times, I can honestly tell you that the tears that started as tears of sadness, ended as tears of joy!!!!

It says in Genesis 50:20 that God is able to take what was meant for evil and use it for good. No matter what situation you may be facing in your marriage today; I promise you that if you ask, God can take it and bring good out of it. He has done it again and again in mine--Thank you, LORD!

-Kristy

Day 37 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For His Temper"

"People with good sense restrain their anger; they earn esteem by overlooking wrongs."

Proverbs 19:11 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I pray (_____) will restrain his anger and earn esteem by overlooking the wrongs of others. I ask you to help him to always think before he speaks to his friends and family. Give him the wisdom to know when to speak and when to be silent. Help him to have self control with his words and remember to consider how they will be received by the person he's talking to.

I ask you to also help me to always think before I speak to (_____). Give me wisdom to know when I should speak and when I should be silent. Help me to only use words with my husband and children that would build them up and not tear them down. Thank you Lord. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

You have more power to change your relationship with your husband than you think. Your words of encouragement can shape the future of your marriage. I have been known to tear my husband to shreds with my sarcasm. I usually have no idea what I've done. One "Look" is all it takes and I know I should have stayed silent. If you struggle with this, too, pray under your breath throughout the day that God will stop you from speaking anything to anyone that would hurt their feelings.

-Kristy

Day 36 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For His Desires"

"Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart."

Psalm 37:4 (NIV)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I pray that (_____) will delight himself in you and you will give him the desires of his heart. I ask you to reveal your purpose for his life to him. Show him that there is a unique purpose that only he can fulfill during his lifetime. I pray you'll give him the courage to step out in faith to do what you're placing on his heart. Lord, help me to speak encouragement to him everyday. I pray that I would not cause him to stumble by anything that I do. I thank you Lord! In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

So many people are afraid to open their hearts to God out of fear that He will make them do something so boring and dull, they will end up being miserable the rest of their lives.

I have three daughters. One of my daughters is extremely talented in graphic design stuff. She instinctively knows how to put together print media and web pages to make them look really appealing. I don't know how she does it. But I have seen some of her work and I am so impressed. Every time I get the chance, I brag about her amazing talent. I brag that she will probably get a great advertising job someday. I get so much joy out of seeing her use her talents and its obvious she enjoys it, too.

God loves my daughter even more than me so why would he ever make her do something that's dull and boring the rest of her life? Answer? He wouldn't. God gives us special talents, abilities and interests so we can use them to serve him!!!

We should remember to not only pray that God would give our husbands the desires of their hearts but that they would get the courage to pursue those desires. You will have a much happier husband on your hands!!! : )

-Kristy

Day 35 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For His Words"

"Now go, and do as I have told you. I will help you speak well, and I will tell you what to say."

Exodus 4:12 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I pray that you would help (_____) speak well, and tell him what to say today. Lord, as he speaks to his coworkers; give him wise words. I pray you will give him encouraging words when he is speaking to our kids. I ask you to keep him from tearing them down with his words; but instead build them up with what he says to them. I pray you will make his words effective and persuasive at work when necessary. Thank you Lord. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

In the Bible it says with our mouths we can build up and tear down in the same sentence. -my paraphrase, of course. Our words have such an amazing power to encourage others whether through speaking or through writing.

Today try speaking positive encouraging words to your family and friends 2X as often as saying something negative. So that means if you say something negative to your kids this morning or after school. you have to find two positive things to say before another negative thing comes out of your mouth. GET IT?

Some of us may be extra quiet today.

-Kristy

Day 34 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For His Protection"

"I come to you for protection, O LORD my God. Save me from my persecutors ? rescue me!"

Psalm 7:1 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I thank you for hearing my prayers over the past month! I ask you to protect (_____). I pray you will save him from his persecutors. If there is anyone at his work or in our neighborhood that has persecuted him for his faith or his integrity; I pray, you will rescue him. I pray that you will bless him at work and give him favor in the eyes of his boss and upper management. I pray that you would protect our family from hurtful persecution from others. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

I encourage you to pray for protection over your honey everyday!! Keep this verse in your purse and memorize it by reading it over and over in the car or while waiting at the doctor's office or at your kid's school carpool line. Having verses memorized and at your lips the second a negative harmful thought or critical comment comes your way, is so powerful! I cannot stress this enough.

If you have an insurance policy and have read it over and over and know exactly what is in it and what you're protected from, you naturally feel safe and secure and more confident no matter what storms might be in the forecast. The Bible is our "insurance policy". The more we know and the more we memorize scripture, the more secure and the more confident we will feel. Try it; You'll see that I'm right. : )

-Kristy

Day 33 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For His Enemies"

"Dear friends, never avenge yourselves. Leave that to God. For it is written, "I will take vengeance; I will repay those who deserve it," says the Lord. Instead, do what the Scriptures say: 'If your enemies are hungry, feed them. If they are thirsty, give them something to drink, and they will be ashamed of what they have done to you." and you will heap burning coals on their heads. Prov 25:21-22.'"

Romans 12: 19,20 (NLT)

Let's Pray:
Dear Lord, thank you for reminding us that we should never take revenge. Thank you that you will take care of that. Lord, I pray that you will help (_____) to let go of any hurt he's been holding onto so that he will be able to be kind to anyone who he once held resentments against. Lord, if he is holding any resentments towards me for a hurt that I have caused, I pray you will help him to communicate it and help us both to forgive and move past it. I pray that you would keep us from re-injuring each other due to unresolved resentment or unspoken hurts. I thank you in advance for healing our relationship! In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,
I don't know about you but I can say that personally, my marriage has suffered at the hands of resentment. I can also tell you that you must stop this poison or your relationship will die. If you sense resentment in your husband; address it. If you feel resentful; address it! Do not let it ruin your relationship. Yes, its uncomfortable to address sore issues, but the alternative is equally painful.

God already knows how you feel. And, He knows He's the only one that can give you the power to work through it whether you need to seek forgiveness or offer forgiveness.

-Kristy

Day 32 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For Courage"

"For I can do everything with the help of Christ who gives me the strength I need."

Philippians 4:13 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I thank you for helping me during this time of praying specifically for my husband! I thank you for all the answered prayers and even the answers I can't see yet! I know your timing is perfect and I'm OK with it. I pray this morning that you will help (_____) do everything he needs to do with the strength you give to him. I pray you will give him the strength to make good decisions and follow your leading throughout the day today. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,
Our husbands are being bombarded everyday at work to "cut corners" and "make a sale--at any cost". The phrase "Business is Business" is the excuse for almost any below-the-belt business dealings. We need to pray that when our loves are pressured to give in to anything morally questionable; they will have the courage to say "NO" to it.

-Kristy

Day 31 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for His Faith"

"When you pray and ask for something, believe that you have received it and you will be given what you ask for."

Mark 11:24 (GN)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I thank you for all you've done in our marriage! I pray that when (_____) asks for something, he will believe that he's received it and you Lord will give him what he's asked for. I pray you will put within (_____) your desires and dreams for him. I pray your spirit will begin to speak to his heart guiding his thoughts and aligning them with your purpose for him. Lord, place within his heart an unquenchable thirst to follow you. I pray you will speak through me to (_____) confirming the thoughts you've already put in his heart. Thank you, Lord. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,
Do not underestimate the power you have when you're in prayer for your husband. We need to listen to Mark 11:24 and believe in our hearts that when we ask God to align our husband's thoughts and desires with his, HE WILL.

-Kristy

Day 30 of 40 Days of Prayer: " Prayer For Good Time Management"

"Teach us to make the most of our time, so that we may grow in wisdom."

Psalms 90:12 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Dear Lord, I pray that you will teach (_____) to make the most of his time so that he may grow in wisdom. Help him to remember what matters most in life. Help both of us to carve out time each day to spend time with you, time together, and time with our family. If we are doing too much, show us what to eliminate. Thank you, Lord. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

Here's a quote from a book I just read: What Matters Most by Doug Fields.

"God has given us the exact amount of time we need in a given day, week, month, and year. If we're too busy, we're not correctly prioritizing our opportunities or managing the time with which God has entrusted us--therefore something must be wrong. I'd bet my left arm that the something wrong isn't God. And if it's not God, who or what is it?"

If we're constantly adding more to the list of "To Dos" that we already can't finish, then guess what...WE'RE TRYING TO DO TOO MUCH!

-Kristy

I strongly encourage you to go to www.SimplyYouthMinistry.com and get a copy of Doug's book!

Day 29 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For His Thought Life"

"Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life."

Psalms 139:23 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Dear Lord, I am so thankful that you are gentle as you mold us and teach us the right way to go. Thank you so much for sending your Son to die on the cross our sins so that we can have a second chance! I pray that you will search (_____) and know his heart; test him and know his thoughts. Point out anything in him that offends you, and lead him along the path of everlasting life.

I pray you will do this in my heart, too. If there is any sin in my life that is keeping you from hearing my prayers, please bring it to the surface so that I might be forgiven. I want my prayers for my husband to be effective and I pray you will continue to mold me into the wife my husband has always dreamed of! In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

Though we are in prayer for our husbands; all these prayers can and does apply to us, too. If our hearts are muddied by sin then our prayers won't be heard. We should always ask God to reveal to us where we need to do some spring cleaning in our thoughts as well. He's not going to surprise us with something, its usually stuff we already know we have an issue with. He's very gentle and softly nudges change within us. Because of Philippians 2:13; I know He is the one placing the desire in my heart to obey Him and the power to do what pleases him. I am relieved to know that I am not relying solely upon my own "flaky" self to do what is right. That is such good news, isn't it??

-Kristy

Day 28 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For a Pure Heart"

"The LORD your God will cleanse your heart and the hearts of all your descendants so that you will love him with all your heart and soul, and so you may live!"

Deuteronomy 30:6 (NLT)

Let's Pray:
Lord, Thank you for hearing me when I call on you sincerely. I pray that you will cleanse (_____)'s heart and the hearts of all his descendants so that he will love you with all his heart and soul, and so he may live!! Bring to the light any sin that may be holding him back from a true closeness with you!!

Clean out any and all lies he's been listening to in his heart about himself. I pray you will wipe clean any negative tapes he's been playing over and over in his mind about his past failures. I pray that today he will feel renewed and forgiven. Thank you. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

We may think our husbands are totally secure in who they are and sometimes they are. But I encourage you today to consider that maybe your husband has some insecurities and if he does he's playing them over and over in his mind. If we can remember this we can help by praying for him and building him up with encouraging words. AND, we can try to minimize our urge to criticize.

I know a couple of people in my life that are perpetually encouraging and I love talking to them! They are always noticing the good things about me. Could your husband list you as someone he "loves" to talk to? Would he say that you are always noticing the "good" things about him? Honestly, I don't really think that my husband would say that about me.

I'm going to get going...I have some "NOTICING" to do... : )

-Kristy

Day 27 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for His Life's Calling"

"So we keep on praying for you, asking our God to enable you to live a life worthy of his call. May he give you the power to accomplish all the good things your faith prompts you to do."

2 Thessalonians 1:11 (NLT)

Let's Pray:
Lord, Thank you for listening to my prayers for my husband! I pray this morning that you will enable (_____) to live a life worthy of your call. May you give him power to accomplish all the good things his faith prompts him to do. Lord, inspire him and give him the courage to step out and take risks when you ask. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,
This should be our top prayer for our husbands and for us! One of my biggest flaws is my "follow-through" I have the best intentions and brightest ideas of how I'm going to do this or do that for God but life seems to get in the way. Does this happen to you? I love that there is a specific verse in the Bible written just for people who struggle with actually DOING what they set out to do. I hear God inspiring me to do lots of things but sometimes I just don't end up finishing them. This verse gives me hope that with God's help, I can do the things he's called me to do. Hope it encourages you, too! : )

-Kristy

Day 26 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for His Obedience"

"Teach me, O LORD, to follow every one of your principles. Give me understanding and I will obey your law; I will put it into practice with all my heart. Make me walk along the path of your commands, for that is where my happiness is found."

Psalms 119: 33-35 (NLT)

Let's Pray:
O Lord, teach (_____) to follow every one of your principles. I ask you to give him understanding so he will obey your law. I pray he will put it into practice with all his heart. I pray you will make him walk along the path of your commands, for that is where his happiness is found. I pray you will keep me from distracting him from following your will. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,
It is important to point out that the scripture is clear WHO is doing the teaching and it is NOT us. It is God doing the teaching. I have found that when I try to take over God's job, I mess it up big time! My husband resents me when I play the "Holier than thou" card. I am much more useful to God when I remain focused on my own growth. I heard a counselor say once "Sometimes the wife just needs to get out of the way so God has a direct shot!"

We are much more effective on our knees in prayer for our husbands than on our soap box preaching to him.

-Kristy

Day 25 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for His Influence"

"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."

Acts 1:8 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I thank you that you gave us your Holy Spirit to be our helper! I pray that (_____) will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on him and I pray he will be your witness in our community, our country and wherever you lead him. I pray he will be sensitive to your calling in his life. Give me your words of encouragement and help me to know how to motivate him to follow where you might be leading him. Thank you. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

I know I forget so often that when I got married, I became one with my husband. I was just reminded while talking with God today that when we pray for our husbands we are also praying for ourselves because God sees us as one united through marriage. This gave me so much encouragement and motivation to keep praying each day for my husband. I hope it encourages you, too!! :)

-Kristy

Day 24 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for Wisdom and Knowledge"

"Now give me wisdom and knowledge so I can lead these people in the right way,

because no one can rule them without your help."

2 Chronicles 1:10 (NCV)

Let's Pray:

Lord, thank you for bringing us this far in our marriage! I pray for (_____) that just like Solomon, you will give him wisdom and knowledge so he can lead his family in the right way, because no one can rule without your help. I also ask that you will give me wisdom and knowledge of how to be the best helpmate to him that you have called me to be so that I will be his biggest asset in our family and future. In Jesus' name, AMEN.


Wives,

I came across this verse this morning and feel we need to be praying and asking God for wisdom and knowledge for our husbands. If Solomon asked and God answered his prayer, I know God will listen to our prayers for our "sweeties", too! God tells us to ask him and then expect him to answer...SO DO IT!

-Kristy

Day 23 of 40 Days of Prayer: "God Can Do Far More"

"God, by his mighty power at work within us, is able to do far more than we would ever dare to ask or even dream of--infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, or hopes."

Ephesians 3:20 (LB)

Let's Pray:


Lord, thank you so much for giving us your amazing promises in the Bible! Thank you for all you've done over the past month and thank you for what you're doing that I can't see right now. I pray that your power at work within (____) is able to do far more than he would ever dare to ask or even dream of--infinitely beyond his highest prayers, desires, thoughts, or hopes.



I pray you will fill him with your desires for him and help him to see the talents you've divinely placed in him and show him your purpose for his life. If he's personally struggling with doubt or feelings of disappointment in himself, I ask you to place your words of encouragement on my lips that I might speak life into his heart. Help me, Lord, to speak only what will build him up and keep me from ever hurting him with thoughtless criticism or careless sarcasm. In Jesus' name, AMEN.



Wives,


Our men are often portrayed as and even enjoy us thinking of them as our "Macho Hunks" who can take on the world; but sometimes we start to think they can do anything and this mind set can begin to look like expectations in their minds. When we start to become discouraged about something we think they should be or do, we need to remember that inside they are human just like us and are as needy as we are. So lets give them extra grace when they fall short of our expectations today.

-Kristy

Day 22 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for Strength and Endurance"

"We also pray that you will be strengthened with his glorious power so that you will have all the patience and endurance you need. May you be filled with joy,always thanking the Father, who has enabled you to share the inheritance that belongs to God's holy people, who live in the light."

Colossians 1:11-12 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, thank you for hearing my prayers for my husband! I don't understand all that is going on but I know you understand and I am thankful that you love us both and want only the best for our marriage. Lord, I pray for (____) that he would be strengthened with your glorious power so that he will have all the patience and endurance he needs. May he be filled with joy, always thanking you, who has enabled him to share the inheritance that belongs to your holy people, who live in the light.

Wives,

If you are feeling doubtful this morning or overwhelmed with sadness because of a difficult situation in your marriage; know that God knows all the details and knows exactly what you need today. It says in Matthew 6:33 that He will give us all we need from day to day if we live for him and make his kingdom our primary concern. Sometimes, I feel overwhelmed with a marriage issue and I just want to give up and go to my room and crawl in bed. But I know that if I just keep my focus on God and what he has called me to do, He will give me the strength I need to do it.

-Kristy

Day 21 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Fill Him With Your Holy Spirit"

"...Instead, let the Holy Spirit fill and control you."

Ephesians 5:18b (NLT)

Let's Pray:
Lord, thank you so much for hearing my prayers for my husband! Thank you for reminding me that I need to trust in you and know that you are in control. I pray this morning that (____) will let your Holy Spirit fill and control him. Fill his mind with encouraging thoughts. Place in him a desire to be closer to you and to fulfill your purpose in his life. I also pray you will fill my mind with your Holy Spirit and place a deep desire within me to do your will. Thank you so much, in Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

As we continue to pray for our husbands, we should also be asking for God to transform us into the wife He wants us to be for our husbands. If God has been speaking to you about areas where you need to change, I encourage you to give it your best. If you have hurt and resentment in your heart toward your husband; tell God about it. He will not be surprised. Ask him to help you work through it and begin to love your husband no matter how he may have hurt you.

God has helped my husband and I work through some really deep wounds in our marriage. I cannot share specifics but I will say that most marriages do not make it through some of the stuff we've been able to make it through. God rekindled within my heart a new love for my husband. A love even deeper than the deepest of wounds. I don't know exactly how God does it but that's what makes Him "GOD" and not me! All I did was ask, I mean, BEG, for help and be willing to change. YOU can do the same!

-Kristy

Day 20 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for Perseverance"

"You must accept whatever situation the Lord has put you in, and continue on as you were when God first called you. This is my rule for all the churches."

1 Corinthians 7:17 (NLT)

Let's Pray:
Lord, thank you for reminding us that we should keep moving forward even if there are challenging circumstances in our lives. I pray that you will help (____) to accept whatever situation you've put him in and continue on as he was when you first called him. I pray you will give him wisdom and courage to move against any fears he may have. Thank you, In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

We've hit the 20 day mark!! I'm sure you've been experiencing some difficult circumstances and some hopeful circumstances. Remember, if it took many years to get where you are right now, some changes will take more than 20 days to take place. So do not give up! The most challenging issue in your marriage IS worth praying over and believing God will be faithful and bring you through it.

-Kristy

Day 19 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for a Firm Faith"

"But you must continue to believe this truth and stand in it firmly. Don't drift away from the assurance you received when you heard the Good News. The Good News has been preached all over the world, and I, Paul, have been appointed by God to proclaim it."

Colossians 1:23 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, thank you for giving us your truth in the Bible! I pray this morning for (_____) that he will continue to believe this truth and stand in it firmly. I pray he will not drift away from the assurance he received when he heard the Good News. The Good News that was preached all over the world. Lord, I pray you will clear (_____'s) mind of any lies he's been listening to. Create in both of us a desire to grow closer to you through reading your word and praying together. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

Do you ever feel the urge to push your husband to do something, like I have done so many times?

DON'T!

Husbands have the natural desire to lead and if we are always jumping ahead of them we are short circuiting that desire. I am learning, slowly, that when I feel that urge, to redirect it to God instead. And, if its God's will, He is more than capable of placing the desire in my husband's heart. I have discovered that God doesn't need my help as much as I once thought. : )

-Kristy

Day 18 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for a Transformed Mind"

"Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God's will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect."

Romans 12:2 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, Thank you for all you've done in my marriage so far and I am excited about what is to come. I pray that (____) will not copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let you transform him into a new person by changing the way he thinks. Then he will learn to know your will for him, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Thank you Lord. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

So how's it going? Good? I pray that this blog is helping you to get into a habit of praying every morning. I would also encourage you to get a journal and start writing down everything you are thankful for. Also write down all your prayer requests. You'll be amazed as you look back over the previous pages and notice God's hand in the everyday details of your life!!

-Kristy

Day 17 of 40 Days of Prayer: "There is Power in God's Word"

"Study this book of instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do."

Joshua 1:8 (NLT)

Let's Pray:
Lord, I thank you for giving us the Bible to read and learn about how much you love us! I pray you will help (____) to study the Bible continually. I pray you will help him to meditate on it day and night so he will be sure to obey everything written in it. Then he will prosper and succeed in all he does. I ask you to also help me to remember to meditate on your word everyday, too. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

I encourage you this morning to be reading the Bible everyday. Nothing else will give you more hope and encouragement than the Bible! When I am sad and depressed about a circumstance in my life, the challenge seems to fade as I read over and over how Jesus turned so many dismal, impossible situations into miracles.

There are so many promises for us to stand on in the Bible. I would challenge you to start reading just one chapter in Proverbs everyday, if you don't already read the Bible everyday. Any verse that stands out to you, write it down on an index card and keep it with you in your purse. Read it over and over through-out the day. This is how you begin to memorize scriptures.
I promise you, there is power in God's word and if you are filling your mind with it, your heart will begin to fill with hope and encouragement.

-Kristy

Day 16 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Ask for God's Blessing"

"Jabez cried out to the God of Israel, "Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain." And God granted his request."

1 Chronicles 4:10 (NIV)

Let's Pray:

Lord, thank you so much for giving us wonderful examples in the Bible of how much you love us! I pray this morning for (____) that you would bless him and enlarge his sphere of influence! Let your hand be with him everyday, and keep him from harm so that he will be free from pain. Lord I ask that you would also bless our marriage and enlarge our sphere of influence. I pray your hand will be upon our marriage. Thank you. In Jesus' name, AMEN.


Wives,
I challenge you to keep praying everyday for your husband! God hears your prayers and is waiting for you to ask for his help. We may have our doubts but God is looking for just a small amount of faith. It says in the Bible that we only need faith the size of a mustard seed. Know that God IS working on the inside, no matter what we may see on the outside.

-Kristy

Day 15 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for His Priorities"

"The thing you should want most is God's kingdom and doing what God wants. Then all these other things you need will be given to you."

Matthew 6:33 (NCV)

Let's Pray:

Lord, Thank you for hearing my prayers every morning. I lift up to you (____)'s priorities. I pray that he will desire doing what you want the most in his life. Thank you for promising that if he does that then you will provide for all his other needs. I pray that you will help me to align my priorities with your will, too. Though we may see things differently, I ask you to give us unity in our desires and decisions. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

There's no doubt that "issues" have surfaced since we've begun praying consistently for our husbands. I want to encourage you to not give up. Do not allow yourself to stop praying if things get hectic or difficult. In fact the Bible tells us that when times are hard to pray HARDER! When you start working out, there is always pain and discomfort in the beginning. But if you keep at it, the desired results are inevitable.

We need to have that same faith in God when we pray. I do not mean to say that if we pray for a red corvette long enough it will show up in our driveway. I am saying that if we keep praying to God for His will to be done in our marriage, He is faithful. He may not answer our prayer in the way we expect. In fact, in my personal experience He has yet to answer a prayer exactly the way I imagined it to be answered. It's always way better than I imagined it! So keep praying!

-Kristy

What is 40 Days of Prayer??? You're asking...It is a special time you set aside each day for period of 40 days where you pick scripture verses specifically chosen for a special person and turn them into prayers to God.

Day 14 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for His Words"

"Don't use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them."

Ephesians 4:29 (NLT)

Let's Pray:


Lord, Thank you for showing us through your scriptures just the right words to use everyday. I pray that (____) will not use foul or abusive language. Let everything he says be good and helpful, so that his words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. I pray you will also help me not to use foul or abusive language either. I ask for you to help me to only speak what will encourage others and build them up. In Jesus' name, AMEN.


Wives,


I have no problem speaking with encouragement except when I'm responding to something hurtful someone has said to me. My first reaction is to spew back something equally hurtful. In fact this just happened to me a few days ago. I know, you're shocked... Don't be. Though I may speak to women's groups and co-lead a high school bible study; I am still a "work in progress".


After hurling a really hurtful threat back, God used the next several hours to make me realize that I was wrong for responding that way. My argument that he was hurtful first didn't change his mind. So I apologized.


If like me, you struggle with this, maybe God's been telling you to apologize...Just do it. God will bless you for your obedience.


-Kristy

What is 40 Days of Prayer??? You're asking...

It is a special time you set aside each day for period of 40 days where you pick scripture verses specifically chosen for a special person and turn them into prayers to God.

Day 13 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for Understanding of God's Deep Love"

"And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God."

Ephesians 3: 18-19(NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I pray that (___) would have the power to understand, as all your people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep your love is. I pray he will experience Christ's love, though it is too great to understand fully. Then he will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from YOU. Lord, I pray that he will feel your power today. I pray he will feel your loving arms around him, wherever he is right now. I thank you. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

We can also be encouraged that we don't have to understand God's love fully either. That's what makes him God and not us. Maybe your husband struggles with believing God really loves him like mine does. In his mind, it just doesn't seem logical. Well, it doesn't seem logical because it isn't.

We often find ourselves believing this lie instead: "He doesn't really love you. He couldn't, he's perfect and you've done some really mean things so you have no chance" We go over it and over it in our minds using our limited mental abilities concluding that it just doesn't make sense so we don't believe its real.

I know from my own experience that the thoughts I allow my mind to meditate on are what dictate my actions. If I believe that a person's love is fake, I will be defensive, I will distance myself from that person, and I will definitely not trust them.

This is precisely why we need to be on our knees everyday for our husbands praying for them to understand how much God really loves them. The more they begin to understand how much God really does love them; they will be changed forever.

-Kristy

What is 40 Days of Prayer??? You're asking...
It is a special time you set aside each day for period of 40 days where you pick scripture verses specifically chosen for a special person and turn them into prayers to God.

Day 12 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for Inner Strength"

"I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong."

Ephesians 3:16-17 (NIV)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I pray for (____) that you will empower him with inner strength through your spirit. Then Christ will make his home in (____'s) heart as he trusts in him. I pray also that his roots will grow down into your love and keep him strong. Thank you Lord for giving me verses to pray over (____)! I ask for you to continue to empower me each day as I keep praying for my husband. Thank you so much! In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

This verse also assures us that God is the one doing the empowering and we need to get out of his way. Sometimes we can make things worse by trying to help God do his part. God tells us what he wants us to do but we have to be careful not to get ahead of God by "manipulating" circumstances. My husband can smell manipulation a mile away and chances are, yours can too.

-Kristy

What is 40 Days of Prayer??? You're asking...
It is a special time you set aside each day for period of 40 days where you pick scripture verses specifically chosen for a special person and turn them into prayers to God.

Day 11 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Do not Worry"

"Do not worry about anything; instead pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus."

Philippians 4: 6-7 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I pray that (___) will not worry about anything; but instead pray about everything. I pray that he will tell you all he needs and thank you for all you've done. I know that if he does this, he will experience your peace that exceeds anything he could understand. I pray that your peace with guard his heart as he lives in Christ Jesus. Help me, too, Lord, to remember not worry about my husband but continually keep him in my prayers everyday. Thank you Lord, In Jesus' name, AMEN.


Wives,

Keep praying!! As I had my quiet time with God this morning. He spoke to my heart about praying WITH my husband everyday. What? I thought. He'll laugh at me. But I knew I needed to be obedient, so I marched my little fanny upstairs and luckily God helped me to not sound really cheesy!

Well, we prayed but no lightning or rainbows or miraculous transformations occurred. But because I know God fairly well, I have learned that I just do what He says no matter how cheesy I think it is. : )

-Kristy

Day 10 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for Trust"

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take."

Proverbs 3: 5,6 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I thank you for giving me promises in your word to live by! I pray (____) will trust in you with all his heart. I pray he will not depend on his own understanding. I pray he will seek your will in all he does and you will show him which path to take. Thank you Lord for loving (____) and helping me to love him, too. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

Just like we pray that our husbands will trust in God and not depend upon their own understanding, we need to do the same. I find that I quickly forget all the miracles God's done in my life and often worry about the silliest of circumstances.

No matter how dismal your marriage may look right now, remember your perspective is limited. You might not understand why your circumstance hasn't changed or why your husband is hurtful with his words even after all your prayers for him to change. You may not understand why he hasn't kissed or hugged you in weeks and your heart is grieved with loneliness.

Can I share with you that I have been there. Some of you may be ready to call it quits right now, and I would beg you not to give up. Though I have felt like quitting more times than I really care to admit; God has proved faithful. He has reminded me so tenderly that even though I do not understand why certain prayers are answered quickly while others aren't, He will and has so many times worked miracle after miracle and I need to continue to trust that He loves me and knows what is best for me.

He loves you and knows what is best for you, too; so don't give up, keep praying!

Kristy

Day 9 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for Complete Understanding"

"For God is working in you, giving you the desire to obey Him and the power to do what pleases him."

Philippians 2:13 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord I thank you for working in (____) giving him the desire to obey you and the power to do what please you! I thank you for hearing my prayers because you tell us that you are close to all who call upon you sincerely! I also ask that you will give me the desire and power to show love--your love, to my wonderful husband. I ask these things, in Jesus' holy name, AMEN.

Wives,

I strongly encourage you to continue to pray over the rest of the 40 days and don't let distractions keep you from this extremely important act of love for your husbands. I myself get distracted so easily. I hate to admit, one of my biggest flaws is lack of follow-through. Yep, I haven't even stuck to blogging each day consistently. I have been distracted by Busyness, and her sister: Laziness. My great intentions to blog each of the 40 days was rudely interrupted by Busyness and Laziness keeping me from accomplishing what God has called me to do.

I'm going to keep Philippians 2:13 in view on my desk throughout the rest of the 40 days so when Miss Busyness comes calling, I will remember that God will give me the power to obey Him and do what pleases Him!

Kristy

Day 8 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer for Guidance for Our Husbands"

"Guide my steps by your word, so I will not be overcome by evil."

Psalms 119:133 (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I pray that you will guide (____) steps by your word, so that he will not be overcome by evil. Thank you Lord, for your protection. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives,

Remember as you pray for your husband each day, Satan will step up his game. So do not be surprised if things get a little rough at times. Jesus warned us that this life is not going to be easy but I can assure you that the fight is worth it. Not only is your husband benefiting from your prayers but your whole family is going to benefit. AND, if you have enlisted any other wives to pray along with you, they will benefit, too. How? you ask. When you pray to God, and tell others about it, when God answers, not only does your faith grow, theirs does, too!!!

True to form, as I shared in the last post about my personal struggles with my husband and the situation with our daughters racing in motocross; God answered my prayers in a big way! The girls placed in the top 10 of their class out of 30 riders. This was way better than either of us expected and it encouraged us that all the time and money we are investing in this sport is worth it! But as only God can do, he always surpasses what our expectations are and because I sat the girls down and had them pray with me through the struggle, their faith grew because they saw God work a miracle. Had I prayed alone and didn't include them, they wouldn't have had the opportunity to see God at work in their lives answering their prayers.

I encourage you to also enlist a close friend to pray with you for your husbands. We are better - together!

Kristy

Day 7 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Prayer For a Transformed Heart"

"I'll give you a new heart and I'll put a new spirit within you."

Ezekiel 11:19 (MSG)

Let's Pray:

Lord, I thank you that you hear my prayers! I thank you that you are working everything together for good in my life and in my marriage even if I can't always see it. I pray that you will give (____) a new heart and put a new spirit within him. I pray you will also fill me with the love I need to love my husband. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives-

I don't know the state of your marriage right now. I can, however, share with you what I am facing right now, this week. As I am writing these blogs and praying along with you, my marriage is under immense stress.

My daughters race motocross and we are at a national race this week. If you are not aware, motocross is an extremely expensive sport. My husband and I disagree on how well the girls should be doing at this event. I don't want to go into details, but the atmosphere in our motor home was really intense after their first moto. My first reaction to my husband was to retaliate in the girl's defense. And of course when that didn't get through to him, I resorted to the bedroom for prayer and reading scripture. Notice I retaliated first then went and prayed. (obviously a mistake)

I started writing in my journal things I am thankful for; prayers He has answered, impossible circumstances He has made possible; and blessings he has poured upon me far beyond what I could ever ask for.

All I can tell you is that during my time of prayer and journaling, my whole attitude changed from despair to joy. I can not stress enough the power of prayer.

I immediately called my two daughters into the motor home for a "rider's meeting" as we call it. I told them that we were going to continue to pray that if its God's will for them to pursue their dream of going "pro", He would make what seems impossible for us right now --POSSIBLE!

What started out as extreme anger and frustration with my husband has turned into quiet confidence in my God. God has given me the power and strength I need to be loving when everything in me wants to seek revenge. God is teaching me that, though I may hate my husband's behavior, I can still choose to love him.

-Kristy

What is 40 Days of Prayer??? You're asking...

It is a special time you set aside each day for period of 40 days where you pick scripture verses specifically chosen for a special person and turn them into prayers to God.

Day 6 of 40 Days of Prayer: "God's Power and Strength"

"God is my Savior. I will trust Him and not be afraid. The Lord gives me power and strength."

Isaiah 12:2

Let's Pray:

Lord, I know you are (___) Savior and I pray he will trust in you and not be afraid. I pray you will give him power and strength for whatever will come his way today. Also, I ask you to help me to remember that you are my Savior, too and I need trust in you and not be afraid. I thank you for your promise to give me power and strength; no matter what difficulties I may face in my marriage. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives- Just like you, I often face challenges in my marriage on sometimes even a daily basis. God tells us in His word that we "will" have troubles, not we "might" have troubles. So I need to accept it and learn to trust in God through the troubles knowing He will provide the power and strength I need to keep on keeping on.

If you're going through trouble in your marriage right now, I strongly encourage you to spend time each day praying these prayers for your husband. God will hear your cries for help and He will give you the power you BOTH need to get through it.

Until tomorrow!!

Kristy

Day 5 of 40 Days of Prayer: "Your Way, Lord"

"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways; declares the Lord."

Isaiah 55:8

Let's Pray:

Lord, I thank you that you love (____) and want the very best for him. I ask you to help him to understand that your thoughts are not his thoughts and your ways are not his ways. I pray you will help him to learn to relax more knowing that he needs only to follow you and you will make his path straight. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Well, I don't know about you, but I will often try to help God out. I will let my husband know just what he should and shouldn't be doing. Is it just me or have you also noticed that this does not work? In fact, I have found that it often backfires and produces the opposite of what I had in mind. I have to remind myself of Isaiah 55:8, frequently. I have to remember that God is God and I am NOT. : )

See you tomorrow,
Kristy

40Days of Prayer - Day 4: Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding

"...We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding."

Colossians 1:9b (NLT)

Let's Pray:

Lord, we thank you that you love us and want the best for our marriage. I pray this morning that you would give (_____) complete knowledge of your will and give him spiritual wisdom and understanding. I pray he will know in his heart that you love him and can help him with all the challenges he faces today. I also pray that you will give me spiritual wisdom and understanding to know exactly how to love him and be his helpmate. Help me to put my love into action today so he will feel my love. In Jesus' name, AMEN.


Ladies, know that whether your relationship is on the rocks or rock solid, God wants to be intimately involved. He wants to see your love for your husband grow and mature even more than you do. That's why sometimes we are faced with an unlovely situation so we can learn to do what is "loving" instead of what is "easy". Unfortunately for me, I'm a slow learner.
Sometimes I like to do the "two step" when it comes to loving like Jesus. I take two steps forward and one step back. : )

Until tomorrow,

Kristy

40Days of Prayer - Day 3: Solution to Overcoming Evil

"Don't let evil get the best of you, but conquer evil by doing good."

Romans 12:21 (NLT)

Prayer:

Lord, I pray that (_____) will not let evil get the best of him today! Show him how he can conquer evil by doing good. Help him to see how your way is the best way. In Jesus' name, AMEN.

Wives, know that sometimes when God is working in us, things can appear to get worse. This has happened to me both times I began this 40 days of prayer for my husband. My prayer partner and good friend, Jancey, could tell you this is true. When we did this for the first time together, a few days into our praying, my marriage seemed to fall apart at the seams if you know what I mean.

I couldn't believe it. Here I was praying earnestly everyday and my marriage was literally falling apart. I remember Jancey saying to me,
"I see this as a good thing. I think God is bringing to the surface all the bad so that you can deal with it and move forward."

I wasn't as convinced, but we continued to pray for the remainder of the 40 days and she turned out to be right.

So if things seem to go south as you begin to pray during the next 40 days, don't give up! It means God is working on you both and the bad stuff needs to be sifted and brought to the surface and removed. Just keep praying!

Remember: Memorize the scriptures and also get a prayer partner, they can sometimes see what we can't see by ourselves!

See you tomorrow!

Kristy

40Days of Prayer - Day 2: "Turn Us From Worthless Things"

Scripture for Today:

"Turn my eyes from worthless things, and give me life through your word."

Psalms 119:37 (NLT)

Wives: Pray this prayer for your husband - (say your husband's name)

Lord, I thank you for listening to my prayers and I thank you for answering me when I ask for your help. I pray this morning that you will turn (____)'s eyes from worthless things, and give him life through your word! I love him and pray this for him today. I also pray you will turn my eyes from worthless things, and give me life through your word. Thank you Lord, AMEN.

Wives, I encourage you to not only pray Psalms 119:37 but memorize it. Start by saying it over and over today. I write the verses that I want to memorize on an index card and then I can take it with me wherever I go. Whenever you are tempted to doubt God is working or you are tempted to try to "fix" your husband or manipulate things; say this verse for yourself and for your husband.

See you tomorrow! : )

Kristy

"I don't know what today holds, but I do know the one who holds today!" --km

40 Days of Prayer - DAY 1: Change Us, Lord

What is 40 Days of Prayer??? You're asking...

It is a special time you set aside each day for period of 40 days where you pick scripture verses specifically chosen for a special person and turn them into prayers to God.

Scripture for Today:

"Stretch out your hand to heal and perform miraculous signs and

wonders through the name of your holy servant, Jesus."

Acts 4:30 (NIV)

Lord, my prayer for today is that you will do something amazing inside of every wife that joins us throughout the next 40 days. You have done so many miracles in my life and I know through this blog you want to help other wives see their marriages transformed, too. I thank you in advance for the marriages saved and relationships renewed as a result of our prayers for our husbands over the next 40 days.

OK, Wives, join me in our first prayer together:

I pray, Lord that you will stretch out your hand in my marriage to heal and perform miraculous signs and wonders through the name of your Holy servant, Jesus! AMEN!

Wives, if you know of a wife who could use some encouragement in her marriage; forward this prayer to her!! I have gone through 40 days of praying twice now and I am in awe of how God has encouraged me through the most difficult of circumstances!! I promise you, He loves you and wants to show you He is with you, today! He's waiting for you to ask for His help.

Kristy

Straight Talk About Meeting Our Husband's Real Needs!

"Sometimes You Should Give Him Bacon and Eggs Instead of a Bible"

Let's Read:

Read Matthew 25:35-40


35-For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 36-I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.'
37"Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? 38-When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 39-When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?'
40"The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.'

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Let's Talk:

We have all read this passage many times and instantly we are ready to run out to teach Sunday school, or volunteer to feed the homeless or visit the sick at the hospital. I believe God is calling us to see our husbands as “thirsty in need of a drink” We are so quick to jump to help others when sometimes the neediest is living in our own home.

During one counseling session I was whining about my husband’s ridiculous expectation to have a cooked meal on the table when he comes home from work. Can I tell you that I am not a cook. In fact if someone could be cursed so-to-speak, you could say my cooking has been cursed. It doesn’t matter how carefully I follow every letter of the recipe, something still turns out wrong. And – get it all done at the same time--Yeah, right…not a chance. If the meat is done, we’re usually waiting on the potatoes. If the potatoes are done we’re waiting on the garlic bread. Or, we’ll sit down to start eating and I’ll burn the garlic bread because I’ve forgotten about it. “I’m just not a cook..I don't like to cook and I'm not good at it!” I would say to the counselor.

He responded, “Your husband goes to a job everyday, so that your family can have a home and nice things and you’re complaining about cooking a meal?” He was so right. I had been complaining about something so silly. I was completely humbled.

In that moment I felt God’s soft voice saying “Kristy if you do this for him it’s like you are doing it for me.”

All my efforts to get my husband to go to church or get into a small group or read this book or that book couldn’t compare to the impact that cooking him a meal every night or making sure he has clean clothes to wear, or making sure the house is picked up when he comes home, has on him.

God wants us to serve and care for our husband’s basic needs because He knows that this is precisely how our husbands will feel His love for them. So next time you feel the urge to slip a Christian book into his briefcase, slip him some cookies instead.

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Let's Pray:

Lord, you know how much I want my husband to believe and trust in you and I am sorry for the sneaky things I’ve done trying to get him to believe. Please forgive me and help me to start simply serving him and loving him by providing for his basic needs because you’ve told me that if we do these things to the least of these, we are doing it to you.

Lord, thank you for reminding me that sometimes offering a drink of water and a warm meal is more powerful than pushing a book or a Bible in his face. Thank you Lord! In Jesus’ Name, AMEN.

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If you enjoyed my Blog today, email me and let me know. Next time, I'll share some tips on how to make dinner prep less painful! Got to go get my ham out of the freezer... :)

-Kristy