The Virtuous Wife

The Virtuous Wife

Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. The heart of her husband safely trusts her; so he will have no lack of gain. She does him good and not evil all the days of her life. She seeks wool and flax, and willingly works with her hands. She is like the merchant ships, she brings her food from afar. She also rises while it is yet night, and provides food for her household, and a portion for her maidservants. She considers a field and buys it; from her profits she plants a vineyard. She girds herself with strength, and strengthens her arms. She perceives that her merchandise is good, and her lamp does not go out by night. She stretches out her hands to the distaff, and her hand holds the spindle. She extends her hand to the poor, yes, she reaches out her hands to the needy. She is not afraid of snow for her household, for all her household is clothed with scarlet. She makes tapestry for herself; her clothing is fine linen and purple. Her husband is known in the gates, when he sits among the elders of the land. She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies sashes for the merchants. Strength and honor are her clothing; she shall rejoice in time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and on her tongue is the law of kindness. She watches over the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many daughters have done well, but you excel them all.” Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her own works praise her in the gates.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

WAYS TO MAKE YOUR MARRIAGE ROCK!

1. PRAY TOGETHER ALWAYS
2. PRAY FOR YOUR SPOUSE
3. READ THE SCRIPTURES TOGETHER ALWAYS
4. Go on regular date nights
5. Hide notes in secret places
6. Listen to music together-share ear-buds
7. Buy him gifts he will love
8. Revitalize the romance with intimate dates
9. Wear shirts that tell the world you love your spouse
10. Praise your spouse to other people
11. Read a marriage devotional
12. Sleep in his t-shirts
13. Renew your vows privately with whispers and memories
14. Renew them publicly with cake and bubbly
15. Go away together at least once a year
16. Make each other breakfast in bed
17. Do her chores for her
18. Get a couple’s massage or host your own privately
19. Dance together-soft music (both of you alone) or rocking music with the kids
20. Exercise together- hikes, bike riding, etc
21. Choose not to be annoyed by an irritating behaviour/disappointment from your spouse
22. Thank your spouse often even for the least reason or gesture
23. Lay in bed together and stare into each other eyes, without talking
24. Learn something new together-take an art class, cooking lessons, etc
25. Leave a sweet comment on the Facebook wall
26. Support each other’s goals
27. Bring her flowers/gifts (even when she says they are too expensive)
28. Wear something your spouse loves
29. Share furniture-sit in his lap
30. Fight for your marriage
31. Make a point to eat dinner together most days of the week.
32. Never let your spouse feel like they come second place to your career or any other thing.
33. Talk about your dreams and aspirations. Be supportive of each other and dream big together!
34. Maintain a united front as your motto: Meaning- “Me and you against the world.
35. Speak well of your spouse.
36. Go to bed at the same time
37. Hang pictures of the two of you around your house
38. Make his favourite dessert
39. Make sex a priority
40. Spend time apart occasionally
41. Learn to enjoy something your spouse loves
42. Surprise each other
43. Meet him at the door
44. Text each other from across the room
45. Set reminders on your phone to remember him/her throughout the week
46. Call him right now and tell him you appreciate him
47. Leave work on time and come home early
48. Engage every day in meaningful conversation
49. Compliment each other
50. Take one day a month to make your spouse your total focus
51. Argue fair: avoid these words “you always” and “you never”
52. Kiss every day
53. Find tangible ways to serve your mate without complaining
54. Forgive quickly
55. Be honest.
56. Respect each other at all times
57. Get on the same page: plan your budget together
58. Guard your marriage
59. Laugh together
60. When you are together-BE TOGETHER (take a break from phones, technology, etc)
61. Tell her she’s pretty, especially when she’s not feeling it
62. Send her a love letter in the mail (snail mail)
63. Look your best as often as you can
64. Dress formal when going out (church, date, visiting)
65. Be fully committed to each other especially in the bad times
66. Remind yourself and reminisce over the reasons why you fell in love, especially when you aren't “feeling the love”
67. Be a thankful person
68. Remember your Spouse Rocks … Even when they don’t at the moment!
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