5 Ways to Encourage Your Spouse as a Leader
Leadership is not easy. It often requires long hours, making tough decisions, and facing challenges head-on. Honestly, I never envied my husband’s role as the leader of our family. It’s a lot of pressure! But I have always admired his strength, determination, and dedication to our family. He is an amazing leader, and I am so grateful for him. But, over the years, I have learned that there are ways to encourage our spouse in his leadership role, ways that help him feel appreciated and supported. Here are 5 ways to encourage your spouse as a leader:
1. Pray for him regularly.
This is probably the most important thing you can do. Pray for your spouse’s health, wisdom, strength, and courage. Pray that God would give them everything they need to lead well. Pray that their skin be thick but their hearts be soft. Pray that they would have grace for the people they lead. Pray that they would be a light in the darkness. Pray for wisdom from God. It is so important that as our husband is making prayerful decisions that impact our family, we are the one praying for them.
2. Show him appreciation.
Let your spouse know that you see the sacrifices they are making and that you are grateful for them. A simple “thank you” can go a long way in showing your support. Whatever you do, make sure they know that you are on their team and that you appreciate all they are doing. Gratitude is going to make all the difference in your marriage. This is why I think it’s so important to know your spouse’s love language.
3. Give him space to lead.
This one can be tough, especially if you are the type of person who likes to be in control. But it is so important to allow your spouse the freedom to lead. This doesn’t mean that you sit back and do nothing. You can still give input and offer suggestions, but ultimately, you need to trust that they know what they are doing and allow them to lead.
4. Give him space when needed.
Leaders often have a lot on their plate and may need some time to themselves to process everything that is going on. Respect their need for space and give them the time they need to regroup. Maybe we don’t bombard our husband with problems at home the nanosecond he walks in through the door after work. Maybe we give him a few minutes to relax before we start talking. This will be different for every couple, but it is important to be aware of your spouse’s needs and give them what they need, even if it is just some space.
5. Be a sounding board for his ideas.
Leaders need people they can trust to bounce ideas off of. Be that person for your spouse and offer honest feedback and constructive criticism when needed. But also be a cheerleader for their ideas and help them to see the potential in their vision. This is a crucial role that you can play in supporting your spouse as a leader.
Encouraging your spouse’s leadership role doesn’t have to be complicated. Just remember to pray for them, show them appreciation, give them space to lead, and be a sounding board for their ideas. These simple things will make a world of difference in your marriage. If your marriage could use a pick me up as you encourage his leadership and ultimately, God’s leadership, in your marriage, check out Biblical Marriage Bliss for free! Tell them Lemon sent you 🙂
Do you have any other suggestions for ways to encourage your spouse as a leader? Share in the comments!
P.S. If your husband is not yet a Christian, check out this post.
