As we bid farewell to the old year and step into the fresh possibilities of the new one, it’s natural to reflect on what has been and look forward to what will be. For many of us, the start of a new year brings a sense of renewal—whether it’s making resolutions or simply shifting our mindset to embrace growth and positive change. One of the most powerful ways to kickstart a new year is with an intentional focus on the relationships that matter most. For wives, the new year offers a unique opportunity to breathe fresh love, joy, and favor into their marriages, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Let’s put the sparks back in marriages!
The Power of Love in Marriage
Marriage is a partnership, but like any partnership, it requires nurturing, effort, and intentionality. As we begin this new year, let’s commit to loving our husbands more deeply, more fiercely, and more openly than ever before. Love is not just an emotion; it’s a choice. It’s about daily actions that show respect, understanding, patience, and kindness.
As wives, we have the power to create an environment where love can flourish. Whether it’s through words of affirmation, acts of service, or quality time, expressing love in ways that resonate with our spouses can strengthen the bond we share. The new year is the perfect time to think about how we can be more intentional in showing love—both in the big gestures and in the small, everyday moments.
How to Bring More Love into Your Marriage This Year:
- Communicate openly: Set aside time each week to talk honestly about your feelings, needs, and dreams.
- Be affectionate: Hold hands, hug more, or share loving words. Physical touch is a simple way to reinforce emotional connection.
- Show appreciation: Acknowledge the little things your spouse does and express gratitude regularly.
Infusing Joy into the Marriage
In a world that can often feel heavy with stress, responsibilities, and obligations, joy can sometimes be the first thing we overlook. But joy is an essential ingredient for a thriving marriage. When we laugh together, share moments of lightheartedness, and celebrate the wins (big or small), we cultivate a bond that is resilient and vibrant.
This year, let’s make a concerted effort to bring more joy into our marriages. Let go of the stress of perfection and embrace the freedom of finding joy in the present moment. Whether it’s dancing in the kitchen, sharing silly jokes, or exploring new hobbies together, joy brings light into the relationship and strengthens the connection we share with our spouses.
Ways to Cultivate Joy in Your Marriage:
- Plan regular date nights: Create moments of fun and excitement that are just for you two.
- Find humor in the everyday: Life is full of little moments that can make you laugh—take them with a light heart.
- Celebrate each other: Celebrate successes and milestones together, but also the little victories that often go unnoticed.
Walking in Favor as a Couple
Favor is a powerful thing. It’s not just about luck or chance; it’s about aligning ourselves with the blessings and opportunities that life has to offer. As wives, we can pray for favor over our marriages and believe that God’s grace will guide and strengthen us in the coming year.
Favor isn’t just a passive experience—it’s something we actively invite into our lives. Favor can look like doors opening in unexpected places, growth in personal and professional areas, or even moments of peace and understanding when things aren’t going according to plan. When we walk in favor as a couple, we trust that the future holds good things, and we stand together in faith, ready for the opportunities ahead.
How to Walk in Favor in Your Marriage:
- Pray together: As a couple, lift each other up in prayer, asking for wisdom, favor, and blessings in all areas of your marriage.
- Support each other’s dreams: Encourage your spouse in their personal growth and ambitions, knowing that as you both grow, so does your marriage.
- Be grateful: Cultivate a spirit of gratitude. Thank God for the favor that is already in your lives and look forward with expectation for what’s to come.
Let’s Be Extraordinary This Year
As wives, we don’t have to settle for ordinary. The new year offers us a chance to set the tone for something extraordinary in our marriages. The beauty of this journey is that it doesn’t require perfection—it requires intention. We may face challenges and setbacks, but we can choose to approach them with love, joy, and favor. By doing so, we set a foundation that transforms our marriage into something that radiates positivity and strength.
The key to being extraordinary in our marriages this year is embracing growth, being present, and loving with a depth that only deepens over time. Let’s encourage each other to be extraordinary wives—wives who lead with love, laugh often, and walk in favor. This year, let’s make our marriages not just good but great, not just ordinary but extraordinary.
Here’s to a year of deepened love, lasting joy, and abundant favor in our marriages. May it be the best one yet. 💖
What are your hopes for your marriage in the new year?
Share your thoughts in the comments below or let me know how you’re planning to make this year extraordinary for you and your spouse!
