"...This is my beloved, and this is my friend..." Song of Solomon 5:16b
Friends can be completely honest with each other, but friendships are strained when truth is not spoken in love. How are you speaking to your beloved? Are you so "used" to him that you don't appreciate the wonder of his friendship? That is your challenge today. Is your sweetheart your best friend? Does he know this? Have you told him, or do you assume he "just knows"? Friendship is something that is cultivated through the good times and the bad. Friends can share their hearts, but they don't step on each other's hearts. The way to have and be a good friend is to cultivate and celebrate the relationship. As you end this "30-Day Encouragement Challenge," celebrate your friendship with your husband. Get alone and reflect on your beloved friend. Write him a letter, listing the qualities you admire and appreciate about him. If you are creative with words, write and frame a poem about him. Perhaps you can prepare a special meal, just for the two of you, and read the letter or poem to him. Ask if you can pray for him, and if he is willing, thank God for your love and friendship, asking for His blessing on your home. Encouragement, as you have seen these past 30 days, is a synonym for love in action.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Day 30
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This challenge has been difficult, but insightful for me and my marriage. It was very helpful to receive the daily reminders to keep me on track. Thanks to all for the great daily prayer, and especially to our moderator!!! I pray that this challenge be a life change for me in how I speak of and to my husband.
The challenge has helped me be more intentional about Ephesians 4:29...and a side blessing is that with the intentionality has come a lighter spirit in our home. You'd think it would feel like more work, but it's not. "My yoke is easy and my burden is light."
I echo thanks to our moderator!
Posting for Mary...
"It’s hard to believe that this simple concept can be this powerful. After 41 years of marriage, I feel closer than ever to my husband. Thank you, Sandi, for inviting me to participate. Thank you Sydney for making it happen. Thanks FVC ladies for allowing me to be a part of your fellowship. Mary"
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