—Isaiah 58:11
Turning the corner now and heading into the second half of the 40 days. The first 3 weeks were probably things you expected. But thrown in, a little here and there, were some things that may have seemed random - like today's dare - and there will be several more over the next 3 weeks.
At first glance you may think these random dares have nothing to do with being a better husband. I mean, today's is about reading the Bible and praying. Some of you may be thinking, "I need help with my marriage, not with my devotional life."
Imagine you take your car to a mechanic for an oil change and he tells you your transmission just fell out when you turned into his lot. It would be stupid for you to say, "Don't worry me with that - just change my oil!" Old oil isn't your problem. And that's how stupid it is for us to ask God to only help us with our marriage because we don't have time for Him. You'll never be satisified in your marriage (or any otehr part of your life) until you are satisfied in God.
But remember this: God created marriage. Ding! I hope the light bulb came on over your head and you already realize what I am about to say. The only way you'll ever have a great marriage is for you and your wife to become a great man and a great woman of God. You cannot build a great marriage on a poor relationship with Him. He created marriage, designed it, sustains it, and we should definitely say He wrote the book on it! And the book He wrote is the most important one ever written on marriage. So begin reading it more - and asking Him for understanding.
TODAY’S DARE
Be intentional today about making a time to pray and read your Bible. Try reading a chapter out of Proverbs each day. There are thirty-one—a full month’s supply. And they are full of nuggest of wisdom. Or begin reading a half chapter each day from the book of John, probably the best of the four Gospels as far as just explaining the life of Jesus here on the earth.
As you do, immerse yourself in the love and promises God has for you. This will add to your growth as you walk with Him.
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