27 Ways to Show Your Husband Respect
When John swept into my life, I was a teenage mom, and I saw him as a godly man who worked hard and made good choices. I could tell he loved God and cared for people. I looked up to him with respect.
Then came marriage . . .
It wasn’t that I stopped respecting John, but I saw more of his flaws. I also had more expectations. As the years passed, I was quick to point out John’s faults instead of his strengths.
We’ve had tough spots in our marriage. . . and I’ve learned that the harder I work to show my husband respect, the closer we become.
I don’t show my husband respect to manipulate. Instead, I respect my husband because I love him. And I know that the more I care for him in ways he feels respected, the more love is returned.
27 Ways to Show Your Husband Respect
- Ask about his job. Listen to his joys and struggles at work. Thank him for working so hard for your family.
- Invite some of his co-workers over for lunch. Get to know some of the people with whom your husband spends his day.
- Attend company gatherings with him.
- Ask your spouse about his dreams. What would he like to do? Where would he like to travel?
- Offer to run an errand for your husband.
- Send him encouraging texts throughout the day
- Talk positively about him to others.
- Don’t interrupt him.
- Give him time to think. Don’t expect an instant answer.
- Talk over your family schedule with him.
- Work as a team to guide and discipline your kids. Keep a “team front” in front of your kids, and talk to your husband in private if you disagree.
- Pray for him.
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Daily Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for providing me with a wonderful husband who provides and cares for me. I often take him for granted and forget to tell him how much he means to me. Help me make a conscious effort to show him the love and respect he deserves. Continue to bless our marriage and grow us closer together.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Resources You Might Like:
The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller
Generation NeXt Marriage by Tricia Goyer
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