leadership

So I have been reading this blog by The Peaceful Wife. Which I have been finding incredibly useful, as kind of a guide to ask myself questions. She posed a question to her readers, which was... how does your husband lead? In ways that maybe I never noticed before... So here are some ways my husband leads.

1. He disciplines our son. Yes at times it is not in a way that I may discipline but that's ok. He takes an active interest in raising our son to be a loving and respectful boy.

2. He suggests times we should go for walks together or just take some time for all of us to be together as a family. He's setting a great example to our son that family is so important, and this shows me how important it is to my husband that we remain a strong family unit.

3. He suggests date nights and times to go out and spend time as a couple. This shows me he cares about our connection and that he wants to have a strong healthy marriage.

4. He sees when I need to take time for myself and slow down. He'll make suggestions if he thinks I should do things for myself like take a bubblebath, go to the mall, or get a pedicure.

5. He reminds me of what's important in life. He reminds me to slow down and that the dishes can wait, but my family needs some quality time.

6. He drives when we're in the car together and will sometimes even park for me if I can't get in a difficult spot.

7. He deals with talking to solicitors, bill collectors, landlords, and property managers. |This is a HUGE relief to me. He's way better at it than me and it makes me feel protected and cared for.

8. He takes time for himself to play hockey and spend time with friends. This is a good reminder to me to take time for myself to keep me spiritualy, emotionally, and physically healthy.

9. He prays... in the shower, by himself, and doesn't boast or become prideful of his faith or relationship with God. He does this with great humility which is something I greatly admire.

10. He works extremely hard to provide for us. This makes me feel safe and protected, and sets an amazing example of hard work and determination for our son.

11. He speaks to and about me with respect to our son. If our son has a temper tantrum and hits me or is rude (we are approaching the wonderful 2 year old age) he immediately tells him to say sorry or he'll say things like "you need to be nice to mommy, we need her". which makes me feel so loved and appreciated

12. He ALWAYS speaks about me with respect to his family, my family, friends, and co-workers. This is something I greatly need work on and something I never noticed but I believe is a way of showing his love for me.

My husband shows leadership in many ways that I never noticed before. Of course I pray that God continues to lead him, to guide him, and give him the confidence to make important decisions for our family. I pray that God would guide my words towards my husband, that God's will for my life and my husbands be fulfilled. I pray for humility, to forgive me for my sinful pride. That he would erase any stronghold satan my have in my heart towards my husband. That any resentment, anger, or hurt be healed. I pray that God opens my heart and eyes to new ways I may encourage and support my husband. I pray that my husband continues his relationship with God and that God would touch his heart even deeper and more fully as he has with me. I pray for my husbands joy, confidence, and healing. That he would see and fulfill his lifes purpose with confidence and joy. Thank you lord God for coming into my life and opening my eyes. Thank you for blessing me with a beautiful son and loving Husband. Help me to be the best possible wife and mother I can be. Being fully aware that this does not mean perfection, but love, grace, and strength. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.