A Tribute to Pastors Wives

Thank You for loving our Pastor, supporting him and walking this tough and often lonely journey with him.

Thank You for treating us as your children, caring for us, praying for us and being a source of inspiration and encouragement.

Thank You for everything you do behind the scenes to knit the Church together.

Thank You for being a great example of balancing marriage, motherhood and ministry.

Thank You for being brave in the face of adversity.

Thank You for celebrating our successes with us.

Thank You for all the hours you put in organising, planning, and co-ordinating events for our spiritual growth.

Thank You for your relentless pursuit of excellence and uncompromising commitment to the Body of Christ.

Thank You for loving and nurturing our children and teaching them the Word of God.

Thank You for giving your time and resource so sacrificially without expecting anything in return.

Thank You for the grace you portray.

Thank You for your genuineness, your warm embrace and smile.

Thank You for being patient and listening to us even when facing your own trials.

Thank You for sharing your husband with the whole congregation, and accepting his unwavering dedication to the work of the ministry.

Thank You for following the voice of the Lord, and that of your husband, even when it’s difficult to understand or obey.

Thank You for keeping confidences, even though you may know our deepest darkest secrets.

Thank You for being slow to judge or criticize us, always choosing to focus on the positive.

Thank You for being authentic.

Thank You for responding with humility, grace and forgiveness even when coming under attack or criticism.

Thank you for setting your own burdens and grief aside to pray for and support us in our time of need.

Thank You for the days and nights you’ve had to spend alone with your children so that we can get counselling and spiritual support from your husband.

Thank You for navigating such an unpredictable life schedule with graceful flexibility and skill.

Strong, Beautiful and Courageous Woman of God! We Salute you!

Please feel free to use this post to honour your Pastor’s Wife, with credit to the author.