Proverbs 31:12 says the excellent wife, “does [her husband] good.” That is especially important to remember when our husbands are having a stressful week. Last week my husband Lee seemed a little more tense than usual. He had a busy ministry weekend coming up so the boys and I worked hard to make sure life at home was as stress-free as possible!
Here are 10 ways to bless your husband when he is having a stressful week:
- Remember things for him. Write them down, send him a reminder, or gently remind him if he forgets. The fewer things he has to have on his mind the better.
- Do something around the house that’s usually his job. Take out the trash, fill-up your car with gas, plug in all the electronics to charge. . . anything you can do so he doesn’t have to.
- Cook his favorite foods. We had chocolate covered strawberries last week “just because.” It’s ok to spoil him just a little!
- Give him time to adjust to being home before you talk about all the issues of your day.
- Pick up around the house. When our lives feel out of control we usually try to control what we can. Having a clean house helps everyone feel better.
- Encourage the kids to be on their best behavior (this one can benefit you too!).
- Help him find time to unwind and relax. Rent a movie he’s been wanting to watch or check out a book from the library you know he would enjoy.
- Remind him to take care of himself! He needs to get enough sleep, exercise, and good food.
- Step in when you can. Answer the phone and take a message. Respond to the emails sent to both of you.
- Pray for him and pray with him!
How do you bless your husband when he’s having a stressful week?
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All great ideas, I want to implement these ideas on an on-going basis. Especially agree about having the house clean. My husband & I are both much more “at ease/relaxed” when our home is nice & clean! 🙂
Great ideas! I can see a few items that we need to do better! 🙂
Great reminders on how to put love in action and be a help-meet! For Women Only ais great at showing how to do these things without making them feel inept or bossed!
I loved this! My military officer husband has been working 18 hour days lately and I’ve been at a loss as to how to make a tangible difference for him. Thank you!
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