Five Pillars of Relationship EquityPrøve

Day 7 Devotional: Fifth Pillar of Relationship Equity (Decision-Making) In the dance of decisions, no one should be left behind. For unity and understanding, we must find them. Disregard not the other's heartfelt plea, for exclusion births discontent and disharmony. It is deemed unfair when a decision is made without considering the other party’s idea. It is perceived that the other person is unimportant or that their idea is not valued. It brings unfairness and leads to dissatisfaction in the relationship. If one holds expertise in a specific field, let them lead with wisdom, acknowledging the bond they wield. If past mistakes in making wrong decisions have caused strife and woe, rebuild trust by ensuring we go down shared paths. Let every voice resound with grace and care; a husband's leadership role is one to share. Seek counsel from your wife; her wisdom is like a guiding spirit that walks beside you. She offers support and helps chart your course; she is a blessing from above, an ally, and a driving force. As a queen advises the king's noble reign, so does she, the advisor, free from disdain. Women possess a rare innate gift: an intuition that transcends all despair. They sense danger lurking from afar, offering caution and protection like a guiding star. Though they may not articulate each detail, heed their warnings, for their insights prevail. By dismissing their voice, you risk defeat, jeopardizing the family you both hold dear. The Bible calls the woman the helper; it is the same name the Bible calls the Holy Spirit. That means the wife serves the same role or is a mini-Holy Spirit who can help and guide the men. Her neck turns the head in the right direction, just like the Holy Spirit. The wife supports where the man is headed and leads the family. She wants to help the man prosper in business, career, and ministry. Whoever has found a wife obtains favor from the Lord because she is the helper (mini-Holy Spirit) that helps the man get the blessing from God. The husband should always consult her queen, igniting her inner light. In realms of power, wise rulers heed the advice, consulting their experts, for they hold the prize. Just as managers seek their employees' insight, acknowledging their expertise shines bright. So, the husband should value his wife’s grace as the subject matter expert. Let the decision-making be a tapestry of we, where both husband and wife together decree. Equitable rulership finds its rightful place in the harmonious union of their hearts' embrace. Prayer: Lord, we ask for your guidance in our decision-making process. Grant us the patience to listen, the wisdom to understand, and the humility to compromise. May our choices always reflect the best interests of our relationship and family. Help us to seek your will as we navigate life's decisions together. In your name we pray. Amen.