40 Encouraging Verses For Your Husband

Married couples will almost indefinitely deal with the ups and downs of life and there are times when our own husbands need encouragement not just physically but spiritually and emotionally. 

At times I feel I struggle to find the right words to say when I need to encourage my husband. Often I use the same words of encouragement and they just seem to be oversaid. Isn’t it humbling to know that we are all made in the image of God even when we fail or fall short? When I sit back and think about that it is the ultimate love letter to us. God’s love is deep and wide.

If you have ever gone through a difficult time in life there is nothing better than someone who seeks to lift you up, keeps no record of wrongs (a big one for me), and who sets an example of leaning on God’s word for strength.

I feel it is my marital duty to seek to lift my spouse and encourage him versus constantly nagging and tearing him down. I am not always good at this.

Over the last few months, we have gone through many life adjustments with selling our home, buying a new home, and starting a new business all in under 4 weeks. When I sit back and look at our situation from a 30,000-foot view it seems a bit crazy to me. Add in my severe pregnancy sickness with baby #4 and taking care of three kiddos under 4. 

Some seasons are easier than others but one thing I know we are trying to do daily is to seek God’s plan and let the other distractions fall away. Not always easy. Sometimes I do not do this with a grateful heart.

There are times when I let my way get in the way and forget to support my husband the way the Bible calls us to. I wish I could say I was an excellent wife all of the time, but I know that is not the case.

I HAVE FELT LIKE A MARTYR AT TIMES…

Do I mean well, yes. But sometimes I value my own image and actions over my husband. I don’t like to admit this but I have found myself:

• Comparing my actions and daily tasks to his
• Valuing my quiet time and recharge time over his
• Feel like a martyr when he gets alone time or an outing and I am at home
• Forgetful of the fruit of the spirit and what that means for our marriage
• Not being as supportive as I should be to my husband when he needs it most

Can anyone relate?

We have three kids under four years old with a fourth on the way. Yes, it was planned. But there are times when we just both need encouragement, alone time, together time to focus on our marriage, and habits of diving into the word of God daily. It doesn’t always happen.

I AM A GOOD WIFE IN SO MANY WAYS AND SO ARE YOU

If you are reading this blog post you probably can relate to me in many ways. You work your butt off for your family, love your kids and husband more than anything, and sacrifice a lot of personal things on their behalf.

Even though we are not perfect we are seeking out the right things daily and the best thing about it all is we have a good husband who happens to also be a best friend. A partner. A spouse. An encourager.

In perfect unity on our wedding day, I vowed to support, love, protect, and take care of my husband. I know I cannot do it alone and need my savior Jesus Christ, friends and family, and mentors in my life to help me stay the course.

Life gets messy. Life gets busy. However, I do know that love covers so many blemishes, frustrations, and tough times because I chose him and I still choose him.

The best way to get encouraged is to simply dive into God’s word. Let’s go!

ENCOURAGING SCRIPTURE FOR HUSBANDS

I am thankful for my husband and love him so much. I still am so grateful our paths crossed 12 years ago. He was my first love and as a young woman at the time I knew he was a keeper.

I wanted to write this post to inspire anyone who may be at a crossroads with encouragement or unsure of how to lift their husband with a few of these powerful marriage bible verses. Endurance produces character, I truly believe this to be true. Having a deep love for the Lord God the head of the church is where it starts.

Encouraging Verses On Strength and Peace

#1 | John 16:33

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble! But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

#2 | Isaiah 41:10

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

#3 | Joshua 1:9

“Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

#4 | Isaiah 40:29

“He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.”

#5 | 1 Peter 5:10

“And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.”

#6 | Philippians 4:13

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”

#7 | 2 Corinthians 12:1

“That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

#8 | 2 Thessalonians 3:3

“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.”

#9 | Psalm 27:1

“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”

#10 Isaiah 40:31

“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”

Encouraging Verses On Comfort and Healing

# 11 | Jeremiah 33:6

Nevertheless, I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security.”

# 12 | John 14:27

 “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

#13 | Matthew 11:28-30

 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

#14 Jeremiah 17:14

Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.

#15 | 3 John 1:2

Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.

Encouraging Verses For Endurance

#16 | Galatians 6:9

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

#17 | Hebrews 12:1-3

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer, and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him, he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.”

#18 | Romans 5:3-4

Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance;  perseverance, character; and character, hope.

#19 Deuteronomy 31:8

The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”

#20 | 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.  So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

#21 |Matthew 19:26

Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”

#22 | Colossians 3:23-24

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters,  since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.

#23 | Romans 15:4

For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.

#24 | James 1:12

 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

#25 | Lamentations 3:22-23

Because of theLord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

Other Great Encouraging Verses For Your Husband

#26 | Deuteronomy 31:6

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, or the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.

#27 | Romans 8:31

What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

#28 | Romans 15:13

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

#29 | Mark 10:27

Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.

#30 | Proverbs 3:3-6

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

#31 | Matthew 17:20

Our faith can move mountains.

#32 | Jeremiah 29:11

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

#33 | Romans 8:28

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

#34 | Hebrews 10:36

You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.

#35 | James 1:4

Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

#36 | Romans 2:7

To those who by persistence in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, he will give eternal life.

#37 | Matthew 24:13

But the one who stands firm to the end will be saved

#38 | 1 Corinthians 9:24

  Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.

#39 | 2 Timothy 4:7

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

#40 | 2 Timothy 2:3

Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

The power of God is truly present in all of these verses, which is why they inspired me to write them in this post. Small things like sharing a verse produce endurance in a much more long-lasting way than anything else will. Another wonderful way to encourage is to find a good book that has a positive and strong message to go along with the verse you share.

I hope this helps someone out there become an encourager to someone they love! May the peace of God be with you!