Day 19

My beloved is dazzling and ruddy, outstanding among ten thousand.
His head is like gold, pure gold;
His locks are like clusters of dates and black as a raven.
His eyes are like doves beside streams of water,
Bathed in milk, and reposed in their setting.
His cheeks are like a bed of balsam, banks of sweet-scented herbs;
His lips are lilies dripping with liquid myrrh.
His hands are rods of gold set with beryl;
His abdomen is carved ivory inlaid with sapphires.
His legs are pillars of alabaster set on pedestals of pure gold;
His appearance is like Lebanon choice as the cedars.
His mouth is full of sweetness.
And he is wholly desirable.
This is my beloved and this is my friend, O daughters of Jerusalem. - Song of Solomon 5:10-16

Criticism leaves scars; but encouragement can bring healing. Remember that today as you focus on your "30-Day Encouragement Challenge."

Almost nothing is as devastating to a man as the belief that his wife finds him repulsive. Sadly, many women unwisely criticize their husbands' bodies.

Have you ever considered how wonderfully God designed men and women? No matter how a man looks - by the standards of the world - a loving God designed them all, and they are all "beautiful" in His sight. Encourage your husband today by praising his uniqueness.

As you look over your husband's body, from the tip of his toes to his bald or bushy head, thank God that your husband is "wonderfully made," then admire your husband verbally. (Strong arms? Hairy chest? Firm hands? Big feet? Rugged chin? Wide shoulders? Compassionate eyes? Broad smile?)