Pay the Compliments
My wife Barbara is good at many things. I try to praise her for the wonderful abilities and traits she has. I can never express too much appreciation for her, but I don't mind trying.
You know, in marriage, we really ought to be more like a mirror that reflects the talents and gifts that our spouses have. If our husband or wife does a great job in a certain area, you should tell them so. It's amazing how much life is given to a marriage, when you and I focus on the positive things our spouse does. The writer of the Proverbs had it right when he said, "How delightful is a timely word."
One final thought. I want to encourage you to take five minutes tonight, and list on a 3 by 5 card a couple of strengths you see in your spouse. Then, tonight, at the dinner table, share your observations. I promise you, it will encourage your husband or wife more than you realize.
I'm Dennis Rainey, and that's Real Family Life.
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About Dave and Ann Wilson
Dave and Ann have been married for more than 40 years and have spent the last 35 teaching and mentoring couples and parents across the country. They have been featured speakers at FamilyLife’s Weekend to Remember® since 1993, and have also hosted their own marriage conferences across the country.
Dave and Ann helped plant Kensington Community Church in Detroit, Michigan where they served together in ministry for more than three decades, wrapping up their time at Kensington in 2020.
The Wilsons are the creative force behind DVD teaching series Rock Your Marriage and The Survival Guide To Parenting, as well as authors of the recently released books Vertical Marriage (Zondervan, 2019) and No Perfect Parents (Zondervan, 2021).
Dave is a graduate of the International School of Theology, where he received a Master of Divinity degree. A Ball State University Hall of Fame Quarterback, Dave served the Detroit Lions as Chaplain for thirty-three years. Ann attended the University of Kentucky. She has been active with Dave in ministry as a speaker, writer, small group leader, and mentor to countless women.
The Wilsons live in the Detroit area. They have three grown sons, CJ, Austin, and Cody, three daughters-in-law, and a growing number of grandchildren.
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