These daily marriage devotionals are compiled from verses that we have shared with Christian couples in many counseling sessions over many years. Please read one per day and meditate on how it applies to your marriage. (Note: if you are not certain you are a Christian, please read The Sinner’s Prayer)
Now to him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us (Ephesians 3:20)
The Greek word used for “able” in this verse is “dunatos,” which means “powerful, mighty, able.” This word emphasizes the ability and power of God to accomplish what is impossible for us.
The Greek word for “immeasurably” is “anapausis,” which means “ceasing, rest, intermission.” This word suggests that there is no limit to what God can do.
When we look at our lives and our marriages, it is easy to become overwhelmed by the challenges and difficulties we face. We may feel like we are not capable of handling everything on our own. However, this verse reminds us that God is able to do more than we can ask or imagine. He has the power to overcome any obstacle and to bring about healing and restoration in our lives and marriages.
“Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.” (Jeremiah 32:17 NIV
This verse reminds us that God is the creator of the universe, and nothing is impossible for him. He has the power to do anything and everything.
“Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 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.” (Isaiah 40:28-31 NIV
This verse reminds us that God is not limited by our human limitations. He never grows tired or weary, and his understanding is beyond our comprehension. He is the source of our strength, and when we put our hope in him, we will be renewed and empowered.
In conclusion, as we navigate the challenges and difficulties of marriage, let us remember that God is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine. He has the power to overcome any obstacle and to bring about healing and restoration in our lives and marriages. Let us put our trust in him and watch as he works in ways beyond our understanding.
Next steps
- Prayer three twenty – exceeding abundantly above all we ask or think – Sometimes, we get too busy to pray. Therefore, set a prayer alarm for 3:20pm. Then allow God to give exceeding abundantly all we ask or think
« https://bibletruths.org/daily-marriage-devotionals?id=86 »
If you miss one, two, or many days, don’t worry about it and don’t try to catch up. Just start where you are and keep going. We have found the Holy Spirit can prompt you to return to just the passage you need for today.
This is an ongoing labor of love because these marriage devotionals will never be finished, but we have to start somewhere, so we will update often. We appreciate your support and prayers because this is a work of God not us. And please forgive us because we have never found a verse that doesn’t apply to marriage somehow.
Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him. (Proverbs 30:5)
Going beyond marriage devotionals
- Leave and cleave – God gave husbands instruction to leave and cleave because they need to break ties with their birth-families to forge their marriages
- The perspective of a successful marriage – If this perspective can lead to an incredible Olympic victory, imagine what it can do for your marriage. It’s almost a miracle!
- Biblical relationship checkup – This Biblical relationship checkup helps couples find where they are on God’s map of a successful marriage and find direction for improvement
- Help for hurting marriages – When I am weak, then I am strong. Help for hurting marriages is found in the wisdom of these Bible scriptures. Apply them as often as needed.
- Tying the Knot: A Premarital Guide to a Strong and Lasting Marriage by Rob Green – Field-tested and recommended by multiple counselors in a thriving counseling practice, Tying the Knot has already guided many couples into a stronger and more joyful union. Let this nine-week pre-marriage study reorient your life and marriage around Christ, so you both will experience all the blessings of marriage as God designed it.
- Love Life for Every Married Couple: How to Fall in Love, Stay in Love, Rekindle Your Love by Ed Wheat – This is a favorite classic book because it has stood the test of time. Physician Ed Wheat has helped thousands of couples improve their love lives and build happier marriages. In Love Life for Every Married Couple, he’ll help you improve your marriage through sharing, touching, appreciating, and focusing healing attention on your mate.