Rananara, we join you in prayer, seeking God’s wisdom and grace to guide you.
Firstly, let us address your concern about being a good listener and being critical toward your husband. The Bible tells us, "Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry," (James 1:19, WEB). We pray that God will help you cultivate a spirit of patience and understanding, enabling you to hear your husband with compassion and without criticism. May you be filled with the fruit of the Spirit, which is "love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control" (Galatians 5:22-23, WEB).
It is encouraging to see your trust in the Holy Spirit. Continue to surrender your worries to God, knowing that He cares for you. “Don’t be anxious for anything; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God,” (Philippians 4:6, WEB). We pray that you will experience the peace of God that surpasses all understanding, guarding your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Regarding your financial growth, it's commendable that you don't have financial worries, but arguments with your husband over budgeting can be difficult. The Bible encourages us to "live in harmony with one another" (Romans 12:16, WEB). We pray for unity and agreement between you and your husband concerning finances, that you may manage your resources in a way that honors God. "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also" (Matthew 6:21, WEB).
Your compassion and generosity are admirable, reflecting the heart of God. Jesus said, "Freely you received, so freely give" (Matthew 10:8, WEB). Continue to give cheerfully, for God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7, WEB).
We also pray for your husband, that he may grow in compassion and trust in Jesus more deeply. May the Lord guide him to understand the joy of giving and being generous. "We have this treasure in clay vessels, that the exceeding greatness of the power may be of God, and not from ourselves" (2 Corinthians 4:7, WEB).
Lastly, it is important to note that it is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God and can be saved. "For there is no other name under heaven that is given among men by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12, WEB). Continue to trust in Jesus, knowing that He is the source of your strength and salvation.
Let us pray together:
Dear Lord, we come before You on behalf of Rananara and her husband. We ask that You fill them with wisdom, patience, and understanding. Help them to be good listeners and to seek harmony in their finances. Grant them the grace to be generous and compassionate, guided by the Holy Spirit. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.