10 Prayers for Honoring Your Spouse Daily
In a world where marriages face many challenges, couples often seek guidance to keep their love strong. Here are ten prayers to help you honor your spouse every day:
#1: When Little Things Start to Bug Me
Dear God, sometimes I get annoyed at small things my spouse does. Help me to be more patient and understanding. Remind me of all the good things about my husband/wife that I love. Give me the strength to let go of tiny irritations and focus on the big picture of our love. Show me how to appreciate the unique person You’ve given me to share my life with. Help me to be kind, even when I’m feeling frustrated. Thank You for my spouse and our marriage. Amen.
#2: Help Me Listen Better Today
Dear God, I know I’m not always the best listener. Sometimes I’m too busy or distracted to really hear what my spouse is saying. Please help me to slow down and pay attention. Give me patience to listen without interrupting or trying to fix everything. Help me understand my spouse’s feelings and needs. Teach me to ask good questions and show that I care. Let my partner feel heard and valued when they talk to me. Thank You for the gift of communication in our marriage. Amen.
#3: When We’re Both Super Busy
Dear God, life gets so hectic sometimes. It feels like my spouse and I are just passing each other by. Help us find ways to connect, even in the middle of busy days. Remind us to take a moment for a hug, a kind word, or a loving text. Show us how to make the most of our time together, no matter how short it is. Help us prioritize our marriage even when work, kids, and other responsibilities are demanding. Thank You for giving us each other as partners in this busy life. Amen.
#4: Teach Me to Say “I’m Sorry” First
Dear God, it’s hard to admit when I’m wrong. Sometimes my pride gets in the way of saying sorry to my spouse. Please give me the courage to apologize first when we have a fight or misunderstanding. Help me to be honest about my mistakes and willing to make things right. Remind me that a sincere “I’m sorry” can heal hurts and bring us closer together. Show me how to forgive easily too, just as You forgive me. Thank You for the chance to grow and learn in my marriage every day. Amen.
#5: Help Me See My Spouse with Fresh Eyes
Dear God, sometimes I forget how special my spouse is. The day-to-day routine can make me take them for granted. Please help me see my husband/wife with new eyes today. Remind me of all the wonderful qualities that made me fall in love with them. Show me the little things they do that I might be overlooking. Help me notice and appreciate their efforts, their smile, their kindness. Let me see them as the amazing person You created. Thank You for the gift of my spouse and the love we share. Amen.
#6: When Words of Love Don’t Come Easy
Dear God, some days it’s hard to express my love for my spouse. The words just don’t seem to come out right. Please help me find ways to show my love, even when I can’t say it perfectly. Give me ideas for small acts of kindness that will make my partner feel cherished. Help me remember to say “I love you” in both words and actions. Remind me that love is a choice I make every day. Thank You for teaching me how to love better through my marriage. Amen.
#7: Bring Laughter Back to Our Home
Dear God, lately our home has felt a bit too serious. We’ve forgotten how to laugh together like we used to. Please bring joy and humor back into our marriage. Help us find reasons to smile and giggle with each other. Remind us of the funny stories we share and the inside jokes that are just ours. Show us how to be silly and playful, even in the middle of grown-up responsibilities. Thank You for the gift of laughter and the way it can bring us closer together. Amen.
#8: Help Me Be My Spouse’s Biggest Fan
Dear God, I want to be my spouse’s number one supporter. Please help me cheer them on in everything they do. Give me words of encouragement to lift them up when they’re feeling down. Show me how to celebrate their successes, big and small. Help me believe in their dreams and stand by them through challenges. Remind me to tell them how proud I am of who they are. Thank You for the chance to be a positive force in my spouse’s life every day. Amen.
#9: When We Need to Talk About Hard Stuff
Dear God, there are some tough topics my spouse and I need to discuss. It’s scary to bring them up. Please give us courage to talk about the hard things in our marriage. Help us to be honest but kind with each other. Show us how to listen without getting defensive. Give us wisdom to find solutions together. Remind us that we’re on the same team, even when we disagree. Thank You for being with us through every conversation, easy or difficult. Amen.
#10: Reignite the Spark in Our Marriage
Dear God, sometimes the excitement in our marriage fades a bit. Help us find ways to keep our love fresh and fun. Give us ideas for date nights or new things to try together. Remind us of the little gestures that made us fall in love at first. Show us how to be romantic in everyday moments. Help us make time for each other, away from distractions. Thank You for the love You’ve given us, and please help us keep that spark alive every day. Amen.
