30-Day Husband Encouragement Challenge for Wives‏: Day 10

Day Ten:"Behold you are handsome, my beloved! Yes, pleasant!..." Song of Solomon 1:16a

We all crave appreciation. We want to know that we are valued and loved. Early love letters probably reflected our admiration, but if we're not careful, our spouse will forget why we were drawn to him. If you still have any of your old love letters, re-read them for clues to deepen your current level of appreciation for your spouse.

When we spend time criticizing our husbands, we lose time that could be spent admiring them. As you consider various ways to encourage your husband, ask, "How can I admire him?"
Does your husband know that you think he is attractive? What was one of the characteristics in your husband that first drew you to him? Was it a physical characteristic, or something else?

Was it his gentle, compassionate eyes? Kindness or concern for others? An easy-going confidence? A steadiness that comes from trusting in the Lord? Strength of character in a culture that lacks integrity? Do you see at least a glimpse of that characteristic in him today? Whatever it is, tell him!

How appropriate when my husband is home early from work today not feeling well. He just wanted to rest and I told him that I'm feeling great so I can take care of him. Isn't it amazing how God knows just what we need and when we need it? He needed Greg to slow down and me to comfort and love on him. Wow! That's an answered prayer we had about our marriage. God is SO good!