This seems like more than I can handle (part 1) When do I get to the “peaceful” part? (part 1) I don’t want to lose my voice in my marriage. (part 2) I feel like I am losing myself. (part 2) I feel so lonely. (part 3) I don’t know how to say things respectfully to my husband, so… Continue reading But I’m Right! I am the Better Leader. I Should Be in Charge.
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Respect Doesn’t Work on My Husband
We are looking at some FAQs that I receive in this series. This seems like more than I can handle (part 1) When do I get to the “peaceful” part? (part 1) I don’t want to lose my voice in my marriage. (part 2) I feel like I am losing myself. (part 2) I feel so lonely.… Continue reading Respect Doesn’t Work on My Husband
I Feel Alone, Discouraged and Like I Can’t Say Anything Right to My Husband
We are talking about some FAQs that I get from a lot of wives who are just beginning this journey toward becoming godly, respectful, biblically submissive wives with peaceful and gentle spirits who do what is right and do not give way to fear and are very beautiful in God’s sight. This seems like more… Continue reading I Feel Alone, Discouraged and Like I Can’t Say Anything Right to My Husband
“So, When Do I Get to Feel Peaceful?”
I’d like to welcome a number of new wives who are just beginning this journey toward becoming the godly wives God calls us to be. It can be a bit overwhelming at first as you begin to look at all that you don’t know and all that it seems needs to be changed. A lot… Continue reading “So, When Do I Get to Feel Peaceful?”
“Jesus Is My Husband”
A lot of Christian women like to use this phrase. I understand why. Ultimately, marriage represents Christ and His bride the church (Ephesians 5:22-33). He is the heavenly Bridegroom for believers – the body of Christ. Together, Christians comprise “the bride of Christ” – according to God’s Word. We have the promise that… Continue reading “Jesus Is My Husband”
Bitterness of Soul – I Want to Be His FIRST Priority!
By A Fellow Wife who wrote “Giving Up on My Dream for My Marriage” and “I’m Going to Stop Pursuing My Husband (in the Wrong Ways)” and “Getting Back on Track” I have always loved the story of Hannah in the bible because I identified with her, but not in the conventional way that you might… Continue reading Bitterness of Soul – I Want to Be His FIRST Priority!
Spiritual Authority – A Firm Foundation
The minister who taught this class at my church has graciously allowed me to share our class notes on my blog. I’m so thankful for his generosity! Everything below is word for word the notes from the class, “The Preeminence of the Doctrine of Spiritual Authority” (unfortunately, I don’t have access to his source materials… Continue reading Spiritual Authority – A Firm Foundation
“I Don’t Know How to React…..”
From my wonderful friend, Kayla (at www.lessonsofmercy.wordpress.com), who has been on this journey with me now since Sept of 2012. She is the one who wrote the now-famous post on my site, “My Demon.” Today’s post is amazing. But for the wives who are struggling – this may be hard to read. Please keep… Continue reading “I Don’t Know How to React…..”
When Words Are Many, Sin Is Not Absent…
When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise. Proverbs 10:19 I have to be honest. This used to be my LEAST FAVORITE verse in the Bible! I was always a big-time talker from the time I was little. Since I was an identical twin, and she was… Continue reading When Words Are Many, Sin Is Not Absent…
Defending Myself No More
It is absolutely human nature for all of us to respond to criticism by defending ourselves. God asks us to respond in the power of His Spirit as His disciples – we are no longer slaves to our old sinful selves. Let’s look at how we can respond to criticism in God-honoring, life-giving ways. BEING… Continue reading Defending Myself No More
