Respect Her Opinion
by David Chadwick
We husbands are often “Captain Oblivious” with our wives. We live disconnected from them.
They often have insights that could help us in many different areas.
Our wives are often trying to transmit signals to us. But like radio waves needing a transmitter for sounds to be heard, we don’t have our transmitters turned on. And if they are on, we have our dials set just a few numbers away from the signals. We only hear garbled gurgles and static sounds.
If husbands want to honor their wives as the Bible commands (1 Peter 3:7), then we need to learn how to listen to their voice and respect their opinion.
Think about these verses from Solomon:
1. “Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance” (Proverbs 1:5 ESV).
2. “An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge” (Proverbs 18:15).
Wise people hear the wisdom of others. Why not apply this truth to our marriages? Shouldn’t a husband especially want his wife’s opinion?
Husbands, learn from your wife. Ask her opinion on matters in your life. If needed, write out what she says. When you do, you will avoid making some mistakes. And you will honor your wife –as God desires.
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A key to making your marriage the best it can be isn’t a secret. God commands spouses to give honor to one another – and blesses them for doing so!
David Chadwick and his wife, Marilynn, unpack the biblical meaning of honor in these two special books, Eight Great Ways to Honor Your Husband and Eight Great Ways to Honor Your Wife.
You’ll find humor, humility and a passion for Christ that will inspire you to love your spouse in new ways that:
- Reignite the “spark” you remember
- Deepen trust and the intimacy you long for
- Connect you to God’s original and joy-filled intent for marriage
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