Challenge #19

Tell the truth: did your spouse wonder what was up with you yesterday? If you received any questions or comments along the lines of 'what are you so happy about?' that's a good thing! That means you kept a positive attitude and you let it show in your expression. Keep up the good work! I know it's not easy to keep a positive attitude, much less keep a smile on your face through every circumstance.

Today's challenge is about putting your spouse before yourself.

Ephesians 5:21 says that we are to live "submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God." This is a mutual submission that esteems another's wishes before your own - as long as it is in accord with what is in the fear of (in other words "pleasing to") God.

Perhaps there is something your spouse desires - to do or to have. Have you been holding out?

If so, I encourage you to let go today. Make the decision in your heart to do what is best for your spouse - and tell them so. A little accountability never hurt anyone, right? :-)