We are both Christians and have been married for 3 years, but we don't talk about religion much. It seems that I am the one who prays the most and trust God to bring us through difficult times. I would like to talk about religion and for me and my hubby to be able to pray together, but I feel awkward trying to start the conversation. Any tips on making it easier and not so weird?
2006-09-16 17:23:58 · 8 answers · asked by sunshine 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Also, my husband's job requires us to travel a great deal which makes it very rare for us to be able to attend church.
2006-09-16 17:36:40 · update #1
First, I would recommend reading the book "The Power Of A Praying Wife". This is excellent reading for any wife regardless of the walk their spouse has with Christ. Know that this is not abnormal for marriages, in fact it is very common. Wives are typically the one who leads their families to the Church(not that this is what God has intended) and therefore typically have a stronger spiritual side. Try becoming involved in activities with your church and couples from the church, this may encourage a stronger faith-based relationship. Most importantly, remember to pray for him and let God answer your prayers. He will lead him there when he is ready.
"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who ask receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened." Matt 7:7-8
"Be still and know that I am God." Pslam 46:10
God Bless you and your marriage!
2006-09-16 18:07:20 · answer #1 · answered by ByGod'sGraceWe'reSaved 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you attend church? Jesus taught us that we needed a church family. The more who gather together in his name, the better for all of us. Start going to church and then talk about the sermons afterwards. Then you can branch out and talk about your feelings and your religious ideas. It will come naturally. Were you married in a church? If you were, I believe something was said about putting God in the center of your marriage. Remind your husband.
2006-09-17 00:28:08 · answer #2 · answered by Wiser1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you know who you are in Christ? Do you know how much God loves you? I mean do you REALLY know? Once you know that you know that you know that you know that you know that God loves you SO much because you are A child of God and because you believe in Jesus and because you have faith, THEN you will not feel so shy about talking about it.
Take some time to really listen to God and ask God what you should do regarding your husband. When you feel like you know the time is right, ask your husband how he feels about his Christiananity? Start with simple questions and see where it leads. If he resists, go back and ask God about it.
Another thing you can do is begin to thank God verbally for each and every favor He shows you. All those little things that happen unexpectedly, show your husband that you are Thanking God for them.
If you REALLY want him to join you in your spirituality, listen to Joyce Meyer on tv and buy her tapes. Joyce can tell you how. God has annointed her with a wonderful gift of teaching us how to enjoy our everyday lives.
2006-09-17 00:38:35 · answer #3 · answered by BBQribs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Somewhere in the Bible it says how the man should be the religious leader...go to him and just tell him that you feel you need someone to lead you. Show him the verse and maybe he will start getting more involved...to help lead you.
You could also pray about it, and ask him certain questions that maybe aren't TOO religious?
2006-09-17 01:24:06 · answer #4 · answered by wyomingirlie16 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is your partner. Why do you feel awkward? Just sit him and down and speak from your heart. What are you afraid of?
As for travelling, there are churches all over the place. There should be one close by that will be suitable.
God Bless you.
2006-09-17 01:30:14 · answer #5 · answered by katie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i suppose u have talked about ur ideas considering religion's subject b4 u both get married....but it's never too late,u can start talking now and figure out what is ur husband's idea about religion,and then u both see how to find a better situation(spiritual situation)for both of u...
2006-09-17 00:47:47 · answer #6 · answered by Oma 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can attend serivives anywhere. What's more important is how he lives his life. If he';s a good man who contributes to society, tell him how it paralles to greatr biblical figures.
2006-09-17 00:41:03 · answer #7 · answered by Legandivori 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just find a quiet moment and say, "Dear, I need you to pray with me.......I am having difficulty with something and I am sure that your prayer will help."
2006-09-17 00:26:32 · answer #8 · answered by mizzzzthang 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋