‘Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. ‘ Ephesians 4:23(NLT)
‘Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results. ‘ James 5:16(NLT)
‘Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.’ Ephesians 4:32(NLT)
‘“Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn others, or it will all come back against you. Forgive others, and you will be forgiven. ‘ Luke 6:37(NLT)
We need to be forgiving toward our husbands. If you still remind him of words spoken fifteen years ago that devastated your soul, you most probably haven’t forgiven him.
Your husband’s heart cannot be safe with you and you cannot protect him if you haven’t forgiven him. You need to be kind and compassionate to him, forgiving him, just as Christ forgave you.
Forgive his grievances. You cannot protect your husband if you constantly remind him of everything that he has done wrong. Your husband cannot trust you if you keep nit picking at his faults.
No ‘silent treatment’ or ‘guilt trip’ is justified in any relationship! If your marriage is under strain be the first to turn to Jesus!
from How To Protect Your Husband