Faith Lived Out ~God’s Wisdom for Marriage & Becoming a Submissive Wife

141 ~ What To Do When You Disagree: A 4-Step Guide to Making Decisions with Your Husband

As godly wives, we are called to be submissive to our husband’s leadership. We know that God has given him the responsibility as the head of the household to be the decision-maker of the family.
But what if we don’t agree with his decision? What if we are concerned with the consequences, with what seems to be a lack of responsibility or understanding of the situation, or we just think it’s a bad idea? What do we do then?
Today, I’m sharing the same 4-step process that I use in making decisions with my husband. This will also be especially helpful for those times when you don’t agree with his decision or in how he is handling the responsibilities of the household.
As a bonus, I will also be sharing with you the verses I use to pray over my husband and myself, verses that help us to be on the same page and in unity with our decisions.
Let’s get started.
 
Scripture References:
Proverbs 31:26
Romans 12:16
1 Peter 3:8-9
Romans 15:5
Ephesians 5:22-24
Psalms 37:5-8
John 14:26
Proverbs 3:5
Colossians 1:9-11
 
🌟Likeminded Wives Gathering Next one is September 9th!
Connect with other Christian wives for a time of learning, sharing ideas, encouragement, and more!
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
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🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

140 ~ 6 Key Bible Verses That Describe a Godly Wife & How To Live Them Out

Seeking God‘s word for what it is to be a godly wife can seem a bit overwhelming. It’s not like the verses are all right there together, giving us the instruction that we are looking for, but rather they are spread throughout the Scriptures.
Just because we find them doesn’t mean that we fully understand how to apply them to our lives today. Many of you have questions of how do I live this out in my marriage? What does this really look like on an everyday basis?
To help you with this, I have gathered together six key verses for what it is to be a godly wife, as well as some practical steps for how you can live this out in your own marriage. 
Let’s get started
 
Scripture References:
Proverbs 31:30
Hebrews 11:6
Jeremiah 33:3
James 1:5
Ephesians 5:22
1 Peter 3:1-2
Titus 2:4
Proverbs 31:26
Ephesians 5:33
Proverbs 31:11-12
Titus 2:5
1 Timothy 5:14
Proverbs 31:13
 
Referenced Episodes:
#17 ~ A Submissive Wife ~ What It Means and How To Be One
#56-58 ~ Am I Still Called to Be Submissive To My Husband If ____? 
#8 ~ The #1 Thing Your Husband Your Husband Wants From You
73 ~ What It Looks Like To Respect Your Husband
 
🌟Likeminded Wives Gathering Next one is September 9th!
Connect with other Christian wives for a time of learning, sharing ideas, encouragement, and more!
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
🌼  Contact me: nanci@faithlivedout.com
 
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

139 ~ How To Relieve Stress & Bring Contentment to Your Marriage With a Simple Change of Focus

When it comes to your relationship with your husband, what do you focus on? Is it on what needs to be done, the next task, or what it is that you would like to see changed or accomplished? Are you always looking at the gap in your marriage of where you are now compared to where you would like to be?
Many of us do this; however, it causes stress by making us feel that we always must be working towards that next thing, as well as a lack of contentment because we portray an attitude that it’s never enough, we’ve never arrived.
Today we’re talking about relieving some of that stress by making a simple change in your focus. How you can bring more contentment and joy into your relationship by learning to focus on 4 key areas in your marriage.
Let’s get started.
 
Scripture References:
Philippians 4:4, 8
Psalms 19:14
James 1:17
Ephesians 5:20
Proverbs 12:25
Proverbs 15:13
Isaiah 26:3
Psalms 28:7
Proverbs 15:13
 
🌟Likeminded Wives Gathering Next one is September 9th!
Connect with other Christian wives for a time of learning, sharing ideas, encouragement, and more!
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
 

138 ~ 4 Ways You Can Live a Life of Faith Starting Today

As believers, we desire to be known for our faith. To come to the end of our days and hear, well done thy good and faithful servant. But how do we get there?
With all of the worldly influences that are around us, how do we live faithful lives as believers.
Today I’m sharing what I have learned about this from my own life and what I wish someone would have shared with me early in my walk with the Lord. 
Things like how to check where my faith really lies, what it takes to have true faith in God, and how to live out my faith, everyday. If you have a desire to live a life of faith, let’s get started.
 
Scripture References:
Hebrews 11:1
Romans 10:9-10
Hebrews 11:6
Proverbs 18:15
Ephesians 4:14-15
Matthew 6:33
Matthew 7:21
James 1:25
Philippians 1:9
Proverbs 3:6
Malachi 3:8-10
2 Corinthians 9:7
Luke 6:38
James 2:14-18
1 Peter 4:10
Psalms 84:12
 
Referenced Episodes:
#5 ~ 10 Tips on How to Spend Time with the Lord as a Busy Wife and Mom
#22 ~ What the Bible Says About Money As A Christian Couple
 
🌟Likeminded Wives Gathering Starting August 12th!
Connect with other Christian wives for a time of learning, sharing ideas, encouragement, and more!
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

137 ~ 6 Blessings of Becoming a Submissive Wife

We talk a lot about how to become a submissive wife and what it takes to do so. Today, we’re going to look at the blessings that we receive as we strive to become the wife that God has called us to be.
In doing this, it’s not just about us becoming a better wife. But there are blessings that you will receive for yourself and as a family. Blessings out of your obedience to God, of peace & joy in your life, and the blessing of not only changing the tone of your marriage, but the possibility of saving it from ruin.
I have lived this and can tell you that there are significant lifelong blessings for those who are willing to embark on the journey of becoming a godly submissive wife. Join me today as we discuss what those blessings are and how you can begin to receive them. 
Let’s get started.
 
Scripture References:
Genesis 1:28
Deuteronomy 28:2-6
James 1:25
Romans 15:5
Psalms 133:1
Isaiah 26:3
Psalms 16:11
1 Peter 3:4
Proverbs 31:26
Proverbs 22:6
Proverbs 1:8
Matthew 5:16
1 Peter 3:1-2
Matthew 25:23
 
🌟Likeminded Wives Gathering Starting August 12th!
Connect with other Christian wives for a time of learning, sharing ideas, encouragement, and more!
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
🌼  Contact me: nanci@faithlivedout.com
 
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
 

136 ~ The Vital Secret About Respecting Your Husband Every Wife Needs To Know

Over the last couple years in doing this podcast, through all of my research and conversations with my husband, I have learned a secret about men. It’s one that I find most wives are not aware of, however it is vital to having love, peace, and joy in your marriage relationship.
This secret has to do with a man’s God-given desire in his role as a husband and how he perceives the thoughts and comments of his wife.
As I said, I have talked to my husband about this, I’ve talked to other wives who have asked their husbands about this, and we have all found it to be true.
So join me as I reveal to you this vital secret about respecting your husband, that every wife needs to know.
Let’s get started.
 
Scripture References:
Ephesians 5:33
1 Peter 3:7
1 Timothy 5:8
Ephesians 5:28
Proverbs 31:10
Proverbs 19:14
Philippians 2:14-15
Hebrews 13:17
 
Referenced Episodes:
#17 ~ A Submissive Wife ~ What It Means and How To Be One
#8 ~ The #1 Thing Your Husband Wants From You & How It Can Make or Break Your Marriage 
#73/74 ~ What It Looks Like To Respect Your Husband & How You May Be Disrespecting Him With Even Realizing It
 
🌟Likeminded Wives Gathering Starting August 12th!
Connect with other Christian wives for a time of learning, sharing ideas, encouragement, and more!
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

135 ~ How To Respond To Your Husband With Grace

As much as we love our husbands, they can be rather frustrating. Making trying to respond to them with grace and love seem nearly impossible at times. 
We also have the concern that if we show grace by letting a rude comment or them being a bit selfish slide, that we will be forever mistreated by our husbands.
But, what did God do? He showed us grace while we were still deep in sin and quite unlovable. He didn't wait for us to behave rightly before he responded with grace and nether should we.
Even though we know this to be true, putting it into practice can be a challenge. In this episode, we will chat about what grace really is, why we sometimes fail in showing it, and some practical steps of how even in those difficult moments, how to respond to our husbands with grace.
Let's get started.
 
Scripture References:
Romans 3:23
Isaiah 64:6
Romans 6:23
Romans 3:24
Ephesians 2:8-9
2 Kings 5:1-4, 17
Philippians 2:3
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
🌼  Contact me: nanci@faithlivedout.com
 
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
 
 

134 ~ Maintaining Your Faith. In the Face of Tragedy—Where is God?

In light of the unimaginable tragedy that has happened here in Texas, some of you have asked, "Where is God in all of this?" You're struggling to maintain your faith or to reconcile yourself against a God that you know loves His children, but then allows something like this to happen.
It's a complicated question, and my hope is to encourage you not to lose heart. 
Together, we'll look to Scripture for answers, drawing from the life of Job—a man who faced incredible hardship yet remained steadfast in his faith. This isn't about diminishing the deep pain some are experiencing but rather offering support for those who are on the outside looking in. It's about understanding that, although we can't always see it, God has a plan and a purpose for everything.
Let's get started.
 
Scripture References:
Job 1:8-12
Job 2:4-7
Job 36:22-23
Romans 11:33-34
Isaiah 55:9
Romans 8:28
1 Peter 4:12
Job 23:10
1 Peter 1:6-7
Romans 5:3-4
1 Peter 1:3
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

133 ~ The Power of Asking For Forgiveness: A Catalyst To Healing in Your Marriage

Today, we’re diving into how asking for forgiveness can bring healing and change to yourself and your marriage. I know, it sounds a bit scary and we often hesitate because of pride or fear.
But ladies, through the power of Christ, this single act can do so much. The enemy understands this power and wants to keep you in your depression, despair and hurt. Which is why he does everything he can to keep you from even discussing forgiveness. Let's not let him win! 
We’ll chat about those secrets that you feel are too big to share and how to combat those negative thoughts with God’s truths. It’s all about breaking the chains of pride and opening the door to genuine communication and connection with your husband.
We will also go over exactly what this looks like so you can do it with confidence. It's time to discover what the simple act of asking for forgiveness can bring.
Let's get started.
 
Scripture References:
Colossians 3:8-10
Proverbs 11:2
Proverbs 29:23
Romans 3:23
Proverbs 28:13
1 Peter 5:8
Psalms 44:21
Psalms 139:1-4
1 John 1:9
Hebrews 8:12
James 5:16
Acts 3:19
Philippians 2:3
Proverbs 15:1
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
🌼  Contact me: nanci@faithlivedout.com
 
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
 

132 ~ 1 Simple Step Every Wife Can Start Today to Change The Course of Her Marriage

Can one person change the course of a marriage? Absolutely. However, it cannot be done by forcing the issue, coercion, or manipulation. Nor is it through constant conversations of how things need to be different, changed, or made better.
There is however, 1 simple step that every wife can start today, that can transform her relationship to the more loving marriage that she desires to have. 
This step does not cost any money and is freely accessible to every woman who is willing to take it. Want to know what it is? 
Well then, let’s get started.
 
Scripture References:
Galatians 5:22-25
John 15:9-11
John 14:27
Colossians 1:11
Psalms 23:5-6
Proverbs 31:11-12
 
🌷Submissive Wife Study Guide ~ Download your free guide to begin your journey to becoming a better wife and to having the marriage God designed for you. In it you will learn what it means to be a submissive wife, how to respect your husband, and how following God's commands for your life will transform your marriage. Get your copy today!
 
🌷30 Minute Mentoring Calls  ~ Have a struggle or concern and need someone to talk to? Then come pull up a chair next to mine and let's chat. Click here for more info. 
 
Thank You for listening!♥️
Did you like the podcast? I would love to hear from you. Please leave a review or share it with a friend. Oh, and be sure to hit the follow button so you don't miss any new episodes!
 
🌷A.C.T.S Spiral Prayer Journal with prompts to help you have a focused, confident and effective prayer life.
 
🌷Marriage Prayer Journal for Wives ~ As you follow the daily prompts, you will be led by the Holy Spirit to grow as a godly woman and wife. Check it out and start your journey today.
 
🌼 Traits of a Virtuous Wife Free Printable
 
🌼  Love & Tenderness Free Printable 
 
🌼  6 Steps to Resolving Conflict Cheat Sheet
 
🌼  Blog, Journals & More Free Printables 
 
🌼  Join sisters like you ~ Faith Lived Out Community on FB
 
🌼  Contact me: nanci@faithlivedout.com
 
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.