February 20th, 2026
Scripture – “Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.”
1 Peter 3:7 NIV
Observation – God instructs husbands to be considerate as they live with their wives—to be thoughtful, kind, attentive, aware of her needs, and unselfish. He also commands husbands to treat their wives with honor and respect, recognizing that they are co-heirs of the gracious gift of life. Our treatment of our wives is not a small matter; God says it directly impacts our fellowship with Him, even to the point of hindering our prayers.
Application – God created marriage, and in Proverbs 5 He tells husbands to “rejoice in the wife of your youth.” No matter how long you have been married, a husband who continues to delight in and cherish his wife paints a beautiful picture of God’s design. When a woman feels cared for, respected, and loved, her natural response is to love and respect her husband in return.
So how do we cultivate that kind of marriage? The grass is not greener on the other side of the fence; it is greener where you water it. Invest intentionally in your marriage. Make time to talk and truly listen. Give your wife your undivided attention. Study and apply principles like the Five Love Languages together, whether as a couple or in a small group. Small, consistent acts of care and honor compound over time. As we nurture our marriages in this way, joy increases in the home and our prayers remain unhindered before the Lord.
Prayer – Dear God, thank You for the incredible gift of marriage. Help husbands and wives to be considerate, honoring, and selfless toward one another. Strengthen our marriages so they reflect Your love, and work powerfully in our relationships for Your glory. Amen.
What are you doing? Do it better 