199 Prayers for My HusbandSample

When Fear Rises Up

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Joshua 1:9

Talk to God

Lord, too often I let fear get the better of me when it comes to my marriage. Fear makes me insecure in my husband’s love. Fear makes me rise up against my husband’s suggestions. Fear makes me unable to receive valuable feedback from my husband. I know fear is one thing the Enemy uses to stop me from moving forward in growth, so help me to push through it. If the fear I am experiencing is a form of self-protection left over from my childhood that I don’t need anymore, help me to see this and let go of it. Too often my fear feels bigger than You, Lord, and I know this isn’t true. Help me to be strong and courageous. Give me courage to ask for what I need. Give me courage to have important conversations with my husband when they’re needed. Give me courage to trust You to protect me. Give me courage to grow in the ways You want me to grow. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Think

When it comes to your marriage, in what situations does fear most often rise up inside of you? How can you overcome this fear with faith?

Take Action

The next time you feel fear rising up inside of you, focus on courage instead. Read Joshua 1:9 and ask yourself, “What do I need to have the courage to do right now?”