My Shield and My Protector

Today is my Dear Husband's birthday.  As this day comes to a close, I scrolled through my blog drafts, and found the following that I hadn't quite finished.  I'd like to post it now as a reminder and tribute to the wonderful guy God has given me.

Written in February 2010 - - 


I learned something this week.  I learned that my husband is my Shield and Protector. Now, this may sound old fashioned - or even a "no brainer" to some.  But, I want to share an experience from this week that has brought me to a whole new level of understanding our relationship.


My Ron is very supportive when I take and explore new venues - whether in volunteering events, or trying a new interest - whatever, he is behind me.  For example, I totally love giving my time volunteering in many venues.  I am also richly blessed when I can encourage another mom, or a daughter, or a friend in each life's journey - it must be the 'mom' in me. So, it's just recently that my time has been quite filled with some amazing events and opportunities.  I love what I'm doing! But, as much as I am experiencing this rich time, not so for my husband. Pressures have been quite intensive lately, pressures that can't quite be explained, although some are related to this time of year (tax season), others are beyond understanding.  The weight on his shoulders are extremely heavy.

Even so, rather than being an understanding wife - I become impatient and critical.  I am irritated and hurt because these issues steal my joy!  How, when I'm doing something I love so much, could Ron be distracted and discouraged?  Why can't we work together and share in the ministry together and be free from these issues that hurt us so much?  Why can't my husband just focus on what I'm doing for a change?  The questions keep coming.

As I processed (complained) with a friend it was here the thought came to me - like a nudge, no - more than a nudge - a slap to the forehead!  Maybe, just maybe - couldn't your husband be the shield of protection for you so that you CAN remain focused and encouraged during these times?

When we build relationships through ministry and aid to others in the Name of Christ - these actions become an offense to our adversary.  My husband is much more sensitive of these affronts than I and recognizes them for what they are.  So, the Lord wanted me to understand this - He showed me that day my husband's position is to protect me from the Enemy's darts.  Ron's role, together in the ministry work I'm doing is to protect me from distractions and worries...and yes, the outside pressures.  My Shield and my Protector.  Humility and peace swept over me.  My whole perspective shifted.

We sat together on the beach soon after.  A beautiful sunny February weekend walking, talking and reading together on the sand.  A brief respite from the onslaught of the previous days.  I shared with Ron what the Lord had revealed to me.  I told him how I had become self focused and forgot we were together in our ministry.  I told him how the Lord reminded me of the incredible job my husband was given - to bear the weight of the armor.

How else can I express this precious revelation?  I've gained a greater respect for the role of my husband as provider and protector.  I've still a long way to go - even after 34 years. I wouldn't trade these years for anything. 

Happy birthday to my best friend - Ron.