Being Aaron for My Moses

What is it that you want to be different this year? Are you ready to start fresh and new? Are you excited or already defeated?

I thought about the many resolutions I have made through the years. Believe it or not, there were some successes and of course, many do-overs!

As minister wives you have many things to consider as you begin another year of service with your husband. There are things you can do to bring joy and delight into your home and ministry and things that we all do that make it more difficult.

I would like to challenge you this year with a goal of Godly support for your husband. In Exodus 17:12 we see Moses needing the support of Aaron and Hur. In fact, without their support the entire nation would be defeated.

"When Moses' hands grew tired, they took a stone and put it under him and he sat on it. Aaron and Hur held his hands up-one on one side, one on the other-so that his hands remained steady till sunset."

I do not have to tell you that along with the rewards of ministry there are also many difficulties. Sometimes these struggles just wear us out! Our husbands are no exceptions and in fact, they often hear many more criticisms than encouraging words.

I want to challenge you to "hold up their arms" this year. Let them know that you are there for them. Let me give you a couple Aaron suggestions.

1. Pray for him. Be his intercessor.
2. Listen to him. Let him express himself without interruption.
3. Compliment him. Tell him what you love about him. Point out strengths.
4. Respect him. This is your husband's #1 need.
5. Meet his physical needs. Good meals, exercise with him and love him up!
6. Give him some alone time. Allow him to relax at home.
7. Again ... PRAY! PRAY! PRAY!

These are just a few. Ask God to show you what your husband needs in order to further God's kingdom's work and then jump in and join him.