Affirmations

Pleasant words are a honeycomb,

sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 

Proverbs 16:24

This month, we will gather with family and friends around the Thanksgiving table, to celebrate with hearts of gratitude for all that we have been blessed with. Unfortunately, the holidays can also be stressful and busy, which is why it is also an important time to let others know how much we appreciate them. After all, who doesn't like to be encouraged or appreciated?  So, I thought what better way to start getting in the spirit of gratitude than by practicing on our spouse or loved ones?

 I have compiled a list of 55 affirmations to help get the process started.


1. I respect you.

2. I believe in you!

3. I trust you.

4. I am proud of you.

5. I admire you.

6. I appreciate all that you do for our family.

7. I am glad I married you.

8. I missed you.

9. I love you!

10. I love how you love others.

11. I value your leadership in our home.

12. I will go wherever you lead.

13. I value you.

14. I love how you serve others.

15. You are a good man.

16. I accept you unconditionally.

17. You make me a better person.

18. You are my best friend.

19. I love your drive and passion.

20. Our children are blessed to have you as their father.

21. You are a godly father.

22. You work so hard.

23. You are an awesome man of God.

24. You are dependable.

25. You were right. I was wrong.

26. I feel safe with you.

27. You are my man!

28. I love you just the way you are.

29. You are so smart.

30. You make me laugh/smile.

31. You are strong.

32. You are considerate.

33. I will always stand by your side.

34. I want to grow old with you.

35. You have great character.

36. Being your wife is an honor.

37. I am better because of you.

38. You inspire me.

39. I love your ideas!

40. I desire you.

41. It is fun being with you.

42. You are thoughtful.

43. You are unselfish.

44. I have learned a lot from you.

45. You are a rock.

46. There is no one like you.

47. You are a man of conviction.

48. You are a man of action.

49. I will honor you.

50. You will always have my heart.

51. It is an honor to stand next to you.

52. You are a man of integrity.

53. Thank you for __________!

54. I am praying for you.

55. You mean the world to me.


Every man is different. The same phrase may not have the same impact or meaning for every person; nor will their response to affirmation be the same.
Regardless, every man has in innate desire to be appreciated.
The point is to search for what it is that triggers that sense of appreciation and respect that they deserve. 

If affirming your spouse is not something you regularly practice, be patient and just try it. It may seem difficult at first. If it does not come easily, maybe you need to look deeper and be sure your heart is in the right place. Pray about it first! Focus on his positives, say them in your head first, then out loud, until they become a reality!

It's your turn, make your own list. Take 5-10 minutes and write down as many positive things that you can think of about your loved one. Now go and tell him!
(Not all at once of course, you don't want to freak him out.)

Summing it all up, friends,

I'd say you'll do best by filling your minds and mediating on things

 true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious-

the best, not the worst;

the beautiful, not the ugly;

things to praise, not things to curse.

Philippians 4:8 (MSG)