We understand that you're going through a challenging time in your marriage, and we're here to pray with you and provide biblical guidance. Let's first bring your situation to the Lord in prayer.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this marriage and family. We pray for Your intervention, Lord, as they struggle with communication, respect, and unity. We ask that You fill their home with Your peace and love, and help them to reconcile their differences. We pray for wisdom and patience for both of them, and a renewed love and respect for one another. We also pray for their children, that they would be protected from any negativity and grow in the knowledge and love of You. We ask for physical strength and healing for the pains, aches, and hormonal changes. In Jesus' name, we pray.
Now, let's address some of the issues raised, using the World English Bible (WEB) for guidance.
Firstly, it's important to understand the biblical roles of husband and wife. "Wives, be subject to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife, as Christ also is the head of the assembly, being himself the savior of the body. But as the assembly is subject to Christ, so let the wives also be to their own husbands in everything. Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it;" (Ephesians 5:22-25). This doesn't mean the husband has the right to be a tyrant, but rather that he should lead with love and self-sacrifice, like Christ. The wife should respect and support her husband's leadership, while he should love and cherish her.
Secondly, it's crucial to handle conflicts biblically. "If therefore you are offering your gift at the altar, and there remember that your brother has anything against you, leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift." (Matthew 5:23-24). If there's tension, take the initiative to reconcile. Also, "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander, be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God also in Christ forgave you." (Ephesians 4:31-32).
Thirdly, regarding church attendance, it's important for both of you to prioritize your spiritual growth and unity. "Not forsaking our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as you see the Day approaching." (Hebrews 10:25). However, it's not beneficial to force or nag him into going. Instead, pray for him, set a godly example, and trust God to work in his heart.
Lastly, remember that God's love and power are the key to restoring your marriage. "With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." (Matthew 19:26). Keep praying together, seeking God's will for your marriage and family.
We encourage both of you to study and meditate on these scriptures, and to pray together, asking for God's guidance and strength. It's also wise to seek counsel from your pastor or a trusted, mature Christian couple.