"Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all you who hope in the LORD." (Psalm 31:24)
You have almost completed the "30-Day Husband Encouragement Challenge." Perhaps it has taken you a tremendous amount of courage to speak words of ecouragement consistently to your husband. Courage comes as we place our trust in God. Have faith that God will continue to work long after your encouraging words have been shared.
There are lots of "tough guys" in the world, but true courage comes from the Lord. Does your husband exhibit the courage to take an unpopular stand, perhaps even to stand alone against evil? Is he courageous in his faith? Does he work hard to change injustice? Is he a stickler for the truth? Does he protect you or your family from the attacks of the Enemy?
Psalm 27:14 says this kind of courage comes from "waiting" on the Lord for His strength. If your budget allows, "award" your husband with a medal, trophy, framed picture of a brave knight, or some other token that represents his courage as a man of God. Praise evidences of your husband's courage in protecting you, your marriage, your family, or your home.
^ I had a hard time figuring out how to do this and make it fit me; but this is how I did it.
I bought this little knight figurine and then looked up the definition of knight. I then put this letter and the knight in a box with a bow and gave it to him.
He actually thought it was really sweet. =0)
I know this gift is a little odd; but it does have a purpose.
By definition – a KNIGHT is:
- a member of the warrior class (strong, mighty, powerful)
- holds a position of honor and prestige (In our family you hold the highest position, the head of our home; and we respect you as such. You are loved and honored by us.)
- sworn to uphold values (you daily show us your love, loyalty, courage; and your commitment to our family.)
- servant (you daily lay down your own wants, desires, hopes, and dreams to make sure we have all that we need.)
You by definition are a knight!!
You are our knight in shining armor and we…I love you with all my heart.
That is a neat idea!
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