Praying for Scott

Praying for my husband is a responsibility I take very seriously.  I am humbled and grateful for the relationship we share.  There are many Scriptures that describe Scott and the relationship we have … and I have used them time and again as I have prayed for him, his ministry, our family, and his life.   I have also used The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian as a guide for praying for Scott.



I have been using Ephesians 6:10 – 20 as a guide to pray for my husband.   I have long incorporated the spiritual armor into my prayers.  But this year, I feel a strong calling to pray daily for Scott using this passage.

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.  For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.  Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; 17and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak. Ephesians 6:10 – 20 (ESV)

Thus my prayer is this …

• That he will be strong in the Lord, prepared to stand firm against the enemy (v.10 –12).
• That he will be fully prepared, completely armed, against spiritual attacks (v.13).
• That he will live in truth, not deceived by the lies and emotions that can distract and dissuade us (v. 14).
• That his life will be marked by righteousness and integrity (v. 14).
• That he will be a sower of peace (v. 15).
• That his faith will be strong, shielding him from attack on his body, mind, and heart (v. 16).
• That he will be confident in his salvation and faithful to pursue intimacy with the Lord through time spent in the Word (v. 17).
• That he will be a man of prayer (v.18).
• That he will always be bold to share the Gospel (v. 19).
• That he will live fearlessly for the Lord (v. 20).  

How do you incorporate Scripture into your prayers for your husband?





Teri Lynne writes daily at Pleasing to You where she seeks to encourage women to let the lines blur between sacred and secular and just live every day to love others and serve the Lord.  Passionate about Jesus, family, books, coffee, and chocolate (usually in that order), you can follow her on Twitter (@TeriLynneU) and on Facebook.