Hey, where did all the fun stuff go? This sounds serious and difficult! We know, we have been there. Criticism and correction are words that can strike fear and anxiety in even mature believers. Yet this doesn't have to be the case. These special seasons from God are intended to be a channel of His gracious love and produce fruit in our lives to the glory of His name. We know this from God's Word as Hebrews 12: 5-6 clearly states: "My son, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, not be weary when reproved by him. For the Lord disciplines those he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives." Often God's reproving and discipline come in the form of correction and criticism. We have the privilege of helping our husband hear and see the love, grace and purpose of God in these seasons and to extract all he can from them for his good and God's glory.
CJ and Carolyn Mahaney have faced this in their marriage and offer helpful insights in this interview they conducted to a group of pastor's college students and wives. Please take a few moments to read and benefit from the grace and wisdom they share, thus being better equipped to help your husband during these seasons.
