I've been doing some reading about biblical roles in marriage, and I ran across a wonderful example that Christ set for us. Then I started thinking about the ways my husband washes my feet. (You know, like how Jesus modeled humility by washing his disciples' feet.) Since the Bible points to Jesus as the husband and His followers as His bride, I thought it would be a real blessing for us to share/hear how our husbands "wash our feet".

I've got several examples, but I'll narrow it down to a couple of times where he did something that wasn't his responsibility, but greatly blessed me.

First, on Sunday, I was very ill but determined not to miss Easter services and not to miss my weekly commitment to teach toddler Sunday school. My husband reminded me that I could get a bunch of small children sick and urged me to stay home. He took both our girls to church, taught my SS class for me (I'd already drawn up a lesson plan), and came home to prepare Easter dinner for us.

And while he doesn't share in the housework every single day, I am blessed enough that he will do the dishes from time to time when he sees that I am overloaded.

It's so wonderful to see him modeling himself after Christ's example, doing things that don't fit the strict roles normally assigned to a husband for no other reason than he wants to care for me and the kids as Christ cares for the church. :D So, let's hear some other stories about how our husbands wash our feet!

What a good idea! And what a great dh you have! :)

One of the things my dh did today is not huge, but it sure made a difference in my day! My dh is a full time student, and as it is end of semester, he is, of course very busy trying to get everything done. Getting his masters degree with two toddlers underfoot is a challenge to be sure! Anyway, I haven't been getting a lot of sleep lately and this morning, he offered to watch the kids instead of working on assignments so that I could get some extra rest. What a difference that makes! I felt so much better after just a bit more sleep. Thank you to my dh!

Awww... you gals are blessed with sweet husbands. :D Something that my husband has done is help me get up at night when the kids were babies. Even now if they cry he runs to get them and says he takes care of it so i that way i won't wake up and will get my rest. :D

Vanessa you took mine, my DH is a great help with the kids. He helps at night when they are little and will watch them so I can go alone to the grocery store.

One big thing he does from time to time is wash our weekly laundry. We live in an apartment with no washer/dryer in the unit and he will load it all over there and wash them all then load them back. I think he is wonderful!!

My husband is great!! He is also a wonderful father!! We have had our share of troubles and triumphs. Over the past couple of years we have both made some changes. He has made the most. He does dishes, bottles, makes formula, laundry, cooks, irons his own clothes, gets the older kids ready in the morning so I can sleep in a little while. He does most of the yard work. Although he doesn't do all of the housework mentioned above everyday, he does help A LOT more than most men in the area where we live. He gets comments about his "lifestyle" even at church. An elderly woman cannot believe he babysits, and helps with everything at the house. I know I am lucky, I didn't know it for a long time, but God has a way of showing you things. He also makes changes when he needs to make them, I have truly been blessed, and I thank God for him everyday, sometimes more than once a day. He does all that on top of working full time and going to school 1/2 time and being involved in church and different organizations tied to his position as an Army Veteran. HE also puts up with me. LOL :) HE IS MY [angel]

Vanessa you took mine, my DH is a great help with the kids. He helps at night when they are little and will watch them so I can go alone to the grocery store.

One big thing he does from time to time is wash our weekly laundry. We live in an apartment with no washer/dryer in the unit and he will load it all over there and wash them all then load them back. I think he is wonderful!!

:wink: We both have great hubbies. :D

My husband is wonderful, and I am very appreciative of what he does for me. One of the many things he does is bathtime with our son each night. They enjoy their time together and I enjoy my own quiet bath/shower.

Sorry I haven't been around in a bit, but that stupid life thing keeps getting in the way, lol! These are some AWESOME stories about our guys. :D It sounds like we're all so blessed, and I think it's great that we're taking the time to appreciate them.

And, TXMommy, my DH does bathtime, too. It's so great to be able to relax while *that* is going on, ain't it?

I wanted to post this, it sort of relates to this thread.....

This morning when DS finished his grapes he took the bowl to the living room floor while I was fixing DH's lunch. He told me he wanted to wash my feet. I just thought it was so sweet. We had that Bible story before bed a couple nights ago. When I sat down he tried to push my toes into the bowl to make my foot fit.

Just wanted to share.

My husband is the most amazing man! Its hard to say exactly what he does "to wash my feet" because its in everything that he does. From the way he's playing with our girls to the way he just listens when I need him to. He's made a point to set our alarm for 45min earlier than we need it just so that we can have the first min. of our day
together alone. He also puts the kids to bed everynight at 8 so that I have a couple hours to sit during the day!

It's really making me happy to read all of us bragging on our guys! :D

How wonderful of your hubby! The casserole sounds good, too. :D

One thing that I've found that has really strengthened my marriage is to call DH up out of the blue (usually when he's at work, or I'm out somewhere) and tell him how much I appreciate something he's done. For example, today I was out getting stuff together for Tory's birthday party this weekend, and I called him to tell him how much I appreciated his support through a difficult time I just had. I had done something wrong. But when I was talking to him, I told the story in such a way that I looked blameless. I finally confessed the real story to him a couple of days ago, he forgave me, and helped me figure out how to right the wrong I'd done to someone else. It totally reminded me of how God forgives the sin and helps us make things right again.

As a single parent, I read this thread with tears in my eyes. My own choices created a family that I did not plan. I adore my daughter, but I struggle every day with having to be both father and mother to her, and not having that support when the normal frustrations of parenthood can really get to you.

I just wanted to let you all know, please appreciate what you have. As someone who recognizes more and more that lack in our little family, I am wistfully watching and waiting.

I know that God has a plan, and I am being patient. I grow so much parenting on my own. However, its people like you guys who show me how its supposed to be, and make me want it too. Keep showing God's love for all humanity reflected in your marriages. It is a major encouragement to those who struggle along on our own.

I saw this thread quite awhile ago but have been thinking on it. My hubby washes my feet in many ways.

He thinks I'm cute and funny when I am angry(verses getting defensive and angry back )and doesn't hold a grudge.

He let's me lay my head on his shoulder every night and plays with my hair and my ear till I fall asleep no matter how tired he is

He stops and buys me vegan meals for no reason and brings them home to me

He will also understand when I NEED chocolate and will go out of his way to take me somewhere or will go out of his way on the way home to bring me some!

He is always thinking of my love of chai tea lattes and stops all the time to get them!

He is quick to encourage me to get away or have fun or buy a little outfit to perk me up!

He always squeezes my hand three times in public places( our sign for "I love you")

Thanks for this thread and making me stop and remember all the little things he does for me. It has been good for my soul!