1 Peter 3: 7 In the same way you husbands must live with your
wives with the proper understanding that they are more delicate than you. Treat
them with respect, because they also will receive, together with you, God's
gift of life. Do this so that nothing will interfere with your prayers.
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Name calling was my
new found humor. I was able to tear down people by weaving a tapestry of
insults together. But when I got married, I realized that maybe I needed to
stop this.
- I found out there were many ways I could disrespect my wife.
- I had to consider that GOD was looking at what I said and did.
- I did not know that the answer to my prayers were based on my conduct.
Peter turns his
advice to the husband. His advice was to use “respect” and “understanding” in
order to have harmony, which leads to prayers being heard.
My Observations:
- GOD wants me to use “understanding” to gain harmony.
- GOD wants me to use “respect” to gain HIS gift of life.
- GOD wants me to consider why my prayers may be hindered and make adjustments.
Arguments and
disagreements happen in marriage. I mean, two people who come together with
unresolved baggage will run into disagreements. BUT GOD desires understanding
and respect to come to resolution.
HE listens to me
more when I can demonstrate understanding and respect. The goal is for all to
have GOD’s gift of life by revering HIM. I gladly trade in my insults for a
controlled tongue.
Challenge
- Why does the writer discuss “understanding “ and “respect?”
- Have you ever felt a person deserves to be disrespected?
- Will you consider using “understanding” and “respect” to gain GOD’s ear today?
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