The Lovedare

4 - Love is thoughtful
Psalm 139 vs 17 - 18 : How precious also are your thoughts to me, o god! how great is the sum of them! if i should count them, they would be more in number than the sand; when i awake, i am still with you.

Contact your spouse sometime during the business of the day. Have no agenda other than asking how he or she is doing and if there is anything you could do for them.

 

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it will be hard to do because she has another phone number. i pushed her away cause of my drug use and anger. i wish i had away to contact her.



it will be hard to do because she has another phone number. i pushed her away cause of my drug use and anger. i wish i had away to contact her



it will be hard to do because she has another phone number. i pushed her away cause of my drug use and anger. i wish i had away to cintact her



I did this 4 my bf but he doesnt answer his phone.



That'd be good if my husband actually got a job and kept it to support his family instead of bleeding me and mine dry. He had the audacity once to say I was looking at him as a meal ticket because I'm disabled,but when we got together he had nothing.



I dont know what to do. We still live together, probably only cuz we live with his parents. We had to move out of our place. He still talks to me, we still watch movies together, but I know he's talking to someone, but I love him with all my heart.



Her first response was "how do you think Im doing?". She insisted shes not moving back and needs to get her things back. I said "okay. Im not asking you to" i wished her a good day. Do i keep pressing?



ill keep working



we were having a discussion and it started to turn into an argumdnt as he keeps saying i dont communicate clearly . this is always frustrating as i try hard to explain mysekf.

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Have you ever tried writing tp your spouse instead of talking? I know it's a bit unorthodox but hear me out. Many years ago, I took a legal pad and instead of talking to my husband, wrote everything down that I needed to communicate. It came from a place of trouble-shooting when and how to communicate. His career required him to work 16 hour days and be on call, almost all of those years. When it was a good time for me to talk, he was too tired. When he was rested, I was too tired or too busy (at that time each day) tending to our young kids. So, I got out a legal pad, and wrote to him. I could rewrite my thoughts until they sounded the way I wanted them to, when I read them back to myself. If he didnt understand something, he could highlight it, circle it, etc and ask what I meant by a specifc sentence or paragraph. We were each able to take our time when we wrote to one another. We can't take back things we say, but when we write, we can be much more cautious and articulate a little better. If youve tried this, or if you choose to, I'd love to hear youre feedback. - J.


she says we're done completley but we still kiss and cuddle, shes seeing another person i need some advice im lost without her please do i continue giving effort

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Yes! Fight for her by continuing! I'm a female, but we people all need to be fought for.
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yes keep going. god i know its hard but if you beleave in his plan he will make yoir wishes manifest.
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Keep on pushing...


she says we're done completley but we still kiss and cuddle, shes seeing another person i need some advice im lost without her



i call her to see how she felt she was hung over i bought her a monster and i took her out to lunch, took her to our son house for a visit then to buy shoes for her new job she starts Mon but she still claim we are completely done do i keep trying?

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Yes
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Yes.


I was scared. but I did and she said no. still avoiding me and sometimes I feel like giving up

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I hope you haven't given up. You can't quick fix this. Stay on track.


I'm trying so hard, I'm always the one trying but I don't know how much longer I can continue to try before I give up... We're 10 years together, I want it to be many more but idk if I can keep going with someone who's so selfish. any advice?

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My pastor told me before we got married that marriage isn't supposed to be 50/50. If you try to do 50/50, it's almost guaranteed to fail. You need to give 100% and expect 0. If you both do this, you'll have a perfect marriage. Now, we're both probably here because we weren't holding up our end and are trying to get back on track. We need to give without expecting anything before we can start benefiting. I'm praying for us all.
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so last night my spouse and I had a huge fight. I so badly want to react in a angry way, but I had to learn to give it to God. it was hard cause my spouse broke me down it hurt so bad. but I'm still trusting in God to take it over.


I didn't have the courage to do this as my partner told me to move out if his house just yesterday. I moved out and I felt very humiliated, so how do I go on from here😭

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This happend to me in July 2024 I was blindsided because we never faught or spoke harshly to one another. I still do not under stand . I made my mind up I was going back to church putting God first praying for my marriage. In September I got my own place and am still on my own . I love him and I want to work everything out . I stand in faith every single day and pray and trust God to breathe life back into the drybones. I stand in faith that what God has joined together no man can seperate. I declare Eph 3 :20 over my life every morning . Our marriage is still not reconsiled, you have to have faith it will happen in Gods timing not our own . We have to live like its already done . I know how hard it is and my heart goes out to you . Praying for your heart to heal and you will have peace and strength for the days ahead .
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sorry i wish someone would have replied


tried to laugh and be nice with her. it works and also if she remains firm in her action.. I cant do anything but still pray and court her



Been semding messages to my husband to know how he is doing but he is just harsh that he said he does not need me to text or call him in working hours. he said he will only update me if he is in emergency. that always crushes my heart.



does any one know of I should move on to day five if they don't reply or answer your question?

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yes move on keep the course.


I'm not sure my marriage will last. But I've come to realize I need to do this for myself. I need to learn to love like Jesus. I pray that Jesus gives me the strength and ability to do that. so that He can show His love through me.



She still mention that we are not bati yet invited me in an event where...



i was hard today the worst ever it seems im getting noware it seems im waisting my time i dont want to give up but i also dont want to presure



So far, so good. This challenge is helping me more than him, I think. I'm realizing that I start a start a lot of the arguments between us. Day 4, here we go!



I tried but was a busy day, it did not end well im not sure what today holds.



today hasnt been bad. this one as little as it is seemed to be a big deal for me. not sure as for her but i know for me. i felt honored to do for her as she has done for me over the years.



I ask if he ok I was there if he neded anythin said he was goin to store would be back never come back was at crack house in truck with a whore his boss is goin to talk to me today with details any sugestions



It was a relief to talk with him. I miss him so much and counting down the days until he will be in to visit. i just pray its for a longer amount of time than last visit.



Am trying but am been constantly rejected . As much as i want to fight for this relationship it is making feel stupid , like am worthless staying is hard leaving is easy .

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nothing in this world worth fighting for is easy


Day 4: Was awesome for my fiance and I. We're really enjoying The Love Dare . My best friend and her husband started it today as well 😎😍 That's awesome! God is so Good!



he did but he is too ANGRY



I asked him what i could do to make his day better. My Husband said "Ya stop calling me"

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I know that feeling. Mine said I would but you call me.


Technically tomorrow is day 4 but I thought I would do days 3/4 together. Especially after his responses on day 2. His response to day 4 was that there was nothing I could do to make his day any better.

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My husband is also having an affair. Not just emotional. He thinks I don't know but I do. He knows I suspect, or maybe he does know and just doesn't care. I don't know if we're going to make it. 15 years together, will there be 16?
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c we don't even discuss getting rid of things we make no decisions together! I'm on day four but I don't want to do it, because he will have a smart ass comment and last night he sent me a text about coming back and he knew I wouldn't I'm tired of being unwanted and disrespected. I want to do this forty days but not sure I have anything pushing me to do it except this notification
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Even after him being out of soda, or us discussing getting rid of a non-working vehicle that we can't find the title for atm. Asking me to do either of those things didn't cross his mind. It's HARD right now because he is still engaging in an emotional affair. But I am determined to try to make this work. Even if I have to do this 40 days at a time for an entire year while we live as roommates. He says he wants to work on us, but holding onto his friend that he admits being in love with is definitely making that more difficult.


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He got at me for saying let's slow downn and take our time, when he is mad he alway tells me to leave. He then attacks me for being me. But I will stay strong for the both of us.



We had a argument last night. I refrained from say any hurtfull things. But todays challenge is also a failure as she does not wat me to do anything for her.

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@toddandersonfamily thank you for saying that. I ask my wife often if I can do anything for her, and am always told no. I just never know what to do, so I end up doing dishes.
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Just hecause she says she doesnt WANT you to do anything, do it anyway. women notice that. and often times we dont want to have to tell you what we want. we want you to take that initiative.


Done He said there is nothing I have to do for him



My husband wants to talk to me He told me he decided that he thinks I need to move out and give him time to find him self. He told me that I am the reason he can not go on and he is at a point that he wants to take his life.

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I feel this. mine is not yet to the rock bottom but had already told our 2 kids he was moving out. ive got 1 year to try to turn it around.


keep trying as love just doesnt dissappear



i called mybwife today many times todaybsaid micebthings only to come home and be manipulated into a dispute whereby she has been contacting my ex wife and making me feel guilty about my 2 kids and speaking to my parents



there is no love. no matter what i do shes colder than ever. God i need you more than ever now.

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I feel this way horribly right now


Got served with divorce papers yesterday. Still wondering how this is going to go,she seems so certain. I can't give up though. Day 4... here we go.

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prayer is stronger than anything


it was difficult to find a moment to do this. he bombards me with stuff to do during the day whilst im at work.



day 4 is going to be a hard one for me... I already text her all day asking how her day is and I never get a response. she can't take calls at work so it's going to be a hard one to figure out...

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the love dare is a challenge for you. complete the task based on tbe scriptures not an expected response.


we always ask each other about how we are. i am going through depression right now and sk i am the one always getting attention but today i realized that he needs attention and love himself. .



Day 4. I asked her how she was doing and if there was anything I could do for her. I got ok and no. one day at a time.its not easy but very worth it.



He called me first to discuss something about work. I still checked on him afterwards & asked if i could do anything for him but he dismissed me. I sent him a video of us & a sweet message which he didn't reply to but I felt more at ease. -L



Day 4.Wow!. I was amazed. . I called to ask him how was is day and he spoke before i did. He said I was thinking about you Sqik.. i almost melted with any unspoken words. I had to snap myself out of the lalaland.. This day was beautiful Red Dove😊



day 4 I asked my girlfriend how she was doing she said she was doing ok asked if there was anything I can do for her she said no but I'm not giving up this time I know that

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sounds like my experience lol. but not giving up either.


Praying for the horrible feeling of betrayal to leave my mind. I'm struggling with knowing that he's cheated the entire relationship and marriage. Doing this for me to heal and heal our marriage. Trying



I asked him if he needed anything washed up for the week and he said no. I then asked is there anything you needed or wanted me to do. He responded with "no, why would I want you to do something for me." I said well IDK but I wanted to make sure.



We had a big argument last night, so my texts went ignored today. I expect that. I'm still going through with this.



Day 4! This is something that was not as consistent as it needs to be in our relationship. But for the past 6 months we have been really intentional about reaching out to each other during the day just to do that check in and see how we we are doing



I'm hurt today not answering my call or text. this is really hard πŸ˜”πŸ˜”πŸ˜” He's birthday is coming up .He don't want anything..any ideas what to get him. everyone want something on their birthday pls help with gift ideas thank you

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sometimes a card that tells them they appreciated and glad they where born on that day and was put on earth for you goes a long way it did for me this year will be the first birthday with out the love of my life I don't know what expect I hope me doing this she sees I'm trying and comes back before October 12


day 4 now. my wife atleast came home. wont share a bed with me and looks at me with contempt (which i deserve) but she is home with me. baby steps one at a time

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i have this problem for a year. in tbe beginning she said she needed to make the kids sleep now she says she doesn't like our bed. so many excuses but at night shes on fbk


Day 4 is amazing. He is always checking on me. I am trying to learn to do it more. We have trust issues in our marriage. It was caused by sin. But we have rededicated our hearts and loves back to Jesus and asking him to help us trust and love again.



okay call my wife everything is fine at home. my wife and I have the same problem if she's talking I interrupt her while she's still speaking she does it to me too that's one of our inner demons



I just allowed him to be able to sleep since he worked late last night so he got home this morning with breakfast and tired. So as soon as he layed down I took off his boots and massaged his feet.

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awwww


Day 4 was awesome! He calls me all the time but I never call him. He was so happy I called. I know I need to do this more often. I'm always trying to be strong and independent but I need to take a few minutes now and then to give him a call.



we work together same company and every day i go down to where he is asking how hes doing handing him ither a snack or somthing to drink and if i can assist him in any way sometime he says nothing.. just keep me company

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Awesome keep showing that love, remember the majority of the relationship is the mental connection. Keep your family lifted in prayer. You guys got this! Godbless!


Day 4: We used to text each other throughout the day. I've been teleworking since covid, and he's semi-retired; we see each other all day long, so the texts have stopped. This will be interesting getting the texts re-started.



How do you handle this challenge if your spouse isnt talking to you and show they dont care about nothing you do for them now because you messed up so many times

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You put in the work every day without expectation and let God do the heavy lifting of changing hearts.
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πŸ™πŸ™ stay the course
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Just do it then without words! You're gaining and changing no matter what!
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You become the better person and persist through. You pray and lean on God.


the day 4 dare wasn't acknowledged by my wife, made me a little angry but i am over it ,we will see what happens on day 5,

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YOU stay the course it may seem like your doing these for no reason but stay the course you didnt mess things up in 1 to 4 days dont think it is going to be fixed in the same amount of time you keep doing the dares . remember she was a gift from god if you keep doing the dare you will eventually open her heart .even if you have to complete the dare 1 to 29 times it will help you become a better person. i know 2 men that did the dare and weren't really having problems in there marriage both said it helped them keep doing it no matter the out come
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Stay strong keep pushing. Keep doing it with nothing behind it.


the dare wasn't acknowledged by my wife, made me a little angry but i am over it ,we will see what happens on day 5,

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you need to do the dares and if one dare is for you to do something for her its ok if they dont acknowledged that you did something nice for maybe she was or is just in shock and is not sure how respond because she is un sure how to . u shouldn't do theses dares just to get her back but to make u a better person which will help you with her . so do these dares with humility. stay the course you . dont expect anything in return from her you must allow her heart to become open and day 4 of the dare might be too soon but if you love her than YOU have to complete the dare with your heart open getting angry because she didn't respond to something u did to try and show her u r wanting to change it might seem like these dares are to show your partner your love for them or to do something nice for them but it is really not about them but about you . these dares might seem like there to show your partner a better side of you but they are actually helping you learn to love again /kinda like giving yourself to her whole heartedly. praying


Today is my birthday. My husband is working out of town, but I still asked how his day was & if I could do anything for him. He said just to enjoy my day. That made me smile.

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Awesome!


Day 4! I am seeing changes with our relationship. The lines of communication are opening! I called my husband on his way home from work. He works midnights. I asked him how his night went and if there is anything I could do for him.

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Sounds great keep it up!


Day 4! I am seeing changes with our relationship. qe are communicating! I called my husband on his way home from work. He works midnights. I asked him how his night went and if there is anything I could do for him. He really appreciated it!!



I'm redoing day 4. She was in meetings all day long. We were able to play a game together as a family. a positive experience.

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Thanks Colby.
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Sounds awesome.


bought my wife 6 tulips a stitch stuffy since she likes stitch favorite candy and stitch sucks i dont want to lose her

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Hey sir, good thoughtfulness.


Miguel



Hi! I'm Miguel, I'll be praying for you and your family, Amen!!!

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Thanks amen!


I have been married for 16 years and have 4 beautiful kids. My wife wants a seperation to find herself and happiness. I dont want to seperate. I love her.

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At the moment let her have time to think to self. Sometimes when people are in a relationship for so long they feel as though they have lost their identity. Pray for yourself and your spouse. Try to lean on God during this process and time and maybe get a hobby or so. Focus on the kids also during this time will help.


his wallet was stolen . I bought him a new with a photo of him and our daughter engraved on it . he just thru it back on the table

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Keep praying for him and let God do His work. Prayers for you
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Give him time, his wallet being stolen the loss of information, and financial access is pretty irritating. Pray for him and know that it was a great idea. Stay strong ok.


i sent a card to her job becaus she has block me on the phone and move is that ok for day 4

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Sounds perfect. It's always the thought that counts.


how do u do day 4 if she wont see u or talk to u

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Yes! great idea.
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i sent a card to her job was that ok
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Sometimes a prayer to God, to intercede for them is something nice on their behalf.


i failed my day 4 on thanksgiving. we have small kids and traveling for holidays is hard and i lost my cool a couple times. i didnt apologize and i did check in with him and said he was fine but i know i dropped the ball yesterday

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Apologize and pray for forgiveness. Learn from this experience.


Thanksgiving is my day 4 so I resolved to be a help not an observer. She said she was alright when I asked how she was. She thanked me for getting the dishes today. Felt good.

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Awesome


just handled day 4. short sweet and to the point. but she didn't sound mad or upset.

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Nice!!!


Day 4 She Said Nope im good prayer for me please

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that's okay just kept going .. it isn't always going to be smooth sailing remember .. Faith Hope and Love
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Ok take deep breath. I know it's hard but keep your spouse lifted up in prayer. God loves marriage, take this time to pray and put him first and watch him work on your spouse. Also don't let her reactions stir you be patient with her.


Day 4 She Said Nope im good



I message her and said how are you doing and ask her can I do anything for her today, she said Nope, Im good

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same with my husband


Im really looking forward to doing this dare, after mentioning to me that she wants to separate and possibly divorce, I hope it works for me. πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™



Im really looking forward to doing this dare, after mentioning to me that she wants to separate and possibly divorce, I hope it works for me.



day 4: perfect!! this was easy today. i did nothing but care for his needs. our truck broke down and i had it taken care of before he was off work. no stress on his back.

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outstanding. Sending my prayers that it continues that way


unable to contact my wife since i am blocked on all forms of communication, but did message her mom to say that i pray my wife has a nice day at work and a blessed week.

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Do this dare to better yourself. In time she will see it and the changes in you. My prayers go out to you.


honestly ask this question all the time and i get nothing back. she soesnt want to apeak to me. just has her walls up



Got to day 4, things were going well. I found out more things today. Everything blew up and we are back to square 1. I regret telling him I know. Starting over Day 1. prayers please

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I've started looking at when i had to start over and it gave me another chance to complete my days in a different form. its ok to have to step back it may give you a different perspective and the best part is you can start with a clearer subconscious.
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this happens to me often. I have days that go backwards. I remember the hurt and betrayal and sometimes it's hard to bite my tongue or even keep looking at my spouse. I keep trying to tell myself in time if I continue to live a life where my goal is to out-love my partner it will get easier. some days it is but there are days the devil gets on my back and I fight the same demons telling me to not let go because it hurt so bad before that getting further invested will hurt even worse if or when it happens again. keep on keeping on. you are not alone. my prayers are with your heart.


what do you do when even your attempts at love doesn't change lack of motivation. when either depression or interest changes nothing. God help me and him, he can tell a difference

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Things don't go that fast. Marriages break down over a period of years. It will take time to see changes. Press on and pray. Above all, have faith.


I called her and we talked about our son. then I brought her dinner at work. she can tell something is different but shes still guarded with me. day 4 and I already feel like it's hard. I'm not sure where shes at and if she see my effort.

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just keep doing the dare and pray for her


Wow Day 4 and I'm still giving my all. I'm trying to be positive but with his schizoaffective disorder I'm not sure anything will help us.

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Sorry for spelling 4AM ;/
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I understand, your love for Gos had to be greater. You love flows through God to you. I am right there with you, my husband has many emotional issues and on the same day. No encouragement will make it easy. Lean everything you have on God and realize Gos never makes Mistakes. No matter how dire it seams, He loves you . Glow through that.


so today is day 4, the love dare is done for today. I called my husband to see how he was doing or if there was anything that I could do for him. His reply ok why are you acting weird what am I walking into whenever I get home.

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When I asked how mine was doing and if there was anything I could do for him he said What? then I repeated myself and he said No.
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πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚ just tellem love lol.. Godbless lol. Make sure yall definitely praying for each other also.


I will try we have different shifts, so I'll have to leave a message.

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Better than none its the thought that counts.


God is not done!! I keep my eyes on Him, focus on His work in me. His is faithful & working all things for good. The devil is a deceiver! NOT TODAY DEVIL!!! NOT MY HUSBAND! God, rattle his dry bones to life! day 4

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Yessss!!!!❀❀
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I know that's right you go lady!


she said no

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Don't lose hope all good things are worth fighting for! Ask the Lord Almighty for guidance and help to soften her heart.


Today has been by far the hardest my husband came home with a hickey from the other woman. is this a sign? I am praying God will restore my marriage and he will come back to me and the kids. my heart is shattered into a million pieces

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They always think the grass is greener on the other side but it's greenest where you water it!
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Romans 5, especially Verses 3-5 also keep coming strongly to mind for you. in vers 5 God talks about a hope that doesn't put us to shame. it's putting hope in God and and His promises. even if your hubby is currently breaking a promise to you, God will never. our hope is not in our husbands, but in God and His Word. if you get a chance, please take a look at Romans 5 especially in the Amplified (AMP) version. praying for God's glory and power and HOPE to manifest in you and your situation today. πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™
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may God give you grace and strength. may He remind you of the great value and worth you truly have and may He give you endurance to love someone who seems so unlovable at the moment. may He heal and redeem and restore and make new what no one except Jesus can do!! praying for you dear sister and I'm sorry you have to go thru this. Rm. 8.28 comes to mind for you today
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It's unfortunate that spouses think the grass is greener on the other side if the fence. But I'm here to tell you to keep up asking God to help restore you. He will give you guidance, clarity, and the wisdom to show you what has to be done, but also He will strengthen you. Pray hard.
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Definitely pray God's guidance.


the enemy tried it but God!I heard a different voice ill wait on you this morning and knew exactly what it meant. ill wait on you Lord, for my purpose, your plan, my choices, I'll wait on you.

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Amen!


today was difficult but didn't say anything negative or hurtful when my wife told me she still wanted to separate I'm hopeful and pray the lord warms her heart

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I agree with Janine keep praying that the Lord touches her heart. Also remember Isaiah 60:22 when the time is right I the Lord will make it happen. Trust in God always!
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Continue on and let the Lord do His work thru you. Pray, pray, pray.


As much as i love my wife, today I feels like giving up, she notice but don't seem to appreciate anything. Now this is an 40 days journey, not 4. God, pls carry me through this pain and showing me the way to faith. πŸ’”

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I feel you 100%, I've loved this man for 4 years and always stood by him, but 4 days in and I don't know how I can survive the others ahead. I still feel anything I do is unnoticed and unappreciated.
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amen, may God give you His grace and power to keep going and not give up
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Keep praying and stay focused on the goal.. you guys can do this!


I do this day 4 alot, daily.... he doesn't and I'm feeling selfish. I feel like I'm getting on his nerves

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meant to say don't force the reciprocating lol
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Just keep praying.. for his heart. You guys got this. Don't the reciprocating just pray..


Made his favorite food last night- pasta salad and he loved it said I did a good job

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Outstanding


He surprised me with a date night tonight, at least he is trying and I am too. tomorrow I'm going to surprise him with his favorite meal. pasta salad.

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FANTASTIC


We do this anyways, it's one of the few consistent positives we still have.

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Will keep the prayers going.


I may have completely tanked things after yesterday. Did well with day 4 but was feeling sad about things being distant and caused a heated conversation. Feel so defeated and like all attempts are pointless. Smh

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I appreciate it Colby. I'm trying to get through today. Yesterday's conversation has me feeling depressed and defeated as though I'll never impact her heart with the resenting feelings she has. I'm considering Power of Two marriage counseling for myself. God Knows I want our marriage to get back to a happier place but I have caused too much turmoil in the last few years. Smh.
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Just pray about it and ask that God, and Jesus become the gatekeeper of your mouth and words. I also say tomorrow is a new day that we are blessed to have, start over with the new dare and try again.. stay positive and motivated to make improvements you got this amen!


He didn't answer the questions at all avoided them altogether. Then his job got in the way of my backup plan. I already know what he needed and offered to meet him with his fav dinner since ha had not eaten. That didn't work either.

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Just starting day 4. Saw your post - so far the most encouraging one. I pray your marriage is stronger!!
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well I guess something changed he's coming back home to stay. I'm going to keep doing the love dare


Today on day4. I phone my husband and to my surprise he answered and I spoke to him. In so much more he added by telling me what did upset him today as well. Still no talking when at home but we are getting there



Day 4 was where I finally failed a day I'm going to keep working. Forgiveness is a daily choose and living in the past will always lead to pain but God doesn't want us living in pain he wants us living in his glory and joy!

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I needed to hear this today, thank you both
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17 This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! 2 Corinthians 5:17 put the past where it belongs, in the past. keep going! you can do all things in Christ!


what if this challenge falls on a weekend?



I did this today. She hasn't spoken to me since 9 pm last night. I'm doing this love dare to show her that I am not gonna take her for granted like I did while we was together

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Good, keep refusing.
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I'm not giving up, I refuse
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don't give up although it may be tempting to throw in the towel sometimes that's just the devil trying to discourage you.


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I pray God gives me an open door today and that I am able to speak life into my wifes life and not expect anything back.

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this is so true thank you
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when we ask God a door will be opened, remember it's in his time and not ours so if it doesn't happen today be patient it will happen in his time.


how do I do something for a man who doesnt want nothing from me? I can't even read his love language because he changes up. the test said quality time.

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that's how I feel. He doesn't need me or anything from me. All he wants from me is to be left alone to play his computer games. I think video games are the biggest marriage killers! I'm really trying but not looking forward to this dare.
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we do that, he says its enough. is it really! thank you for your advice. πŸ™‚
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one of my favorite things to do with my wife was to watch a movie and if she threw in a backup while we were watching that was always a huge bonus.


Day 3 and 4 down on day 4, so not bad. Just didn't get a chance for 3 on 3 so I caught up. Feeling good. 😁



My apologies, my girlfriend got me to do this Love dare, but it's just another thing to make her look good..I'm so hurt.I will find my soulmate some day. Thanks Love dare. Bye.

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God is good but I meant to write God!
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don't focus on her and look to see how Good can and will help YOU in life and love


I had to text this one but I asked how his day was and if there was anything I could do for him this evening. No response. He is very detached sometimes. It hurts so badly.

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stay strong. do thebwork (things for him, notes, etc) for YOU...not for the reciprocity. I know it hurts to be ignored or "back-burnered"..but find the joy in serving him.


well, I asked and he requested that I make our meal for the evening. he usually does that, though I would have made that particular meal even if he hadn't asked. it's all good. moving on...



I carried over some anger from an argument with my husband last night, however, when I text him and ask him if there was anything he needed from me, he immediately text back and said he would come talk to me.



Asked her if I could do something for her while she was out shopping. Turns out she forgot her wallet. (Thank God!) I was able to really do something for her. Normally I would have told her I'm busy and get it herself.



I tried to do something for her today and she refused. she has built a wall against me and wants me to have no part in her daily doings. most of the time I don't even know where she is at or doing. Today's task not received well.

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I am in that same situation. you gotta keep pushing forward. God will show you the way.


I was flying all day but I asked if there was anything I could do for him from afar. nope. he did ask if there's anything I needed.



Today was hard, things went all the way wrong. There's nothing to be grateful for type of day. Self-pity and just frustration & anger



Actually, we were at home together. But i constantly check if she's fine. I hope she really is. Emotions are battle that people can hide from their smiles. - Vii

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As a woman i shelter my feelings all the time I described it to my husband like seeing a storm rolling in and boarding my house up with extra walls to protect me. while he likes to stand in the middle of the storm to soak it in. i dont come from my shelter until i see the storm is ending i may come out during the eye of the storm but i run right back in when raindrops start to fall. much to my suprise he asked me to sit with my back to the door and just talk to him through the door. he isnt asking for me to open completey up but just enough he can see some of the warm light within. things are getting better. day 4 here I come eyes wide open and a cleansed mindset.


today was really hard as we do speak via msgs but not telephonicly. I did phone him but he sounded irritated that I phoned. I hope it all works out as I don't want to forsake my vows and get divorced.



the day got better we are going to the drag races tonight with friends!



how do I fix this I just let my mouth over load my brain ans said something to my husband that I should have just kept quiet about now he don't even want me to spend the weekend with him



yesterday evening was rough but we are good now, I left the house before him this morning and did end up texting him to see if there was anything he'd like me to do for him?!



I love you boozie 1303



I am having a real problem with running my mouth. I don't know what else to do to get him to realize to spend time with me.



Only made it four days in and my wife tells me to stop being so nice to her, that is making her angry. I don't think this is going to go well.



so far this has been very helpful. we have not fought in a week.



this one was quite simple all my fiance wants is my time and my love



we had a small conversation today. he said don't worry everything will be fine. made me cry.



talked to his sister and realized he's probably being distant because of all that just happened I'm our home not just us but with his brother and best friend. so I'm the one he's taking it out on.



I'm done.he decided to have another woman at my house while I was at work to support us while he does absolutely nothing. then when my daughter asked him who was there, he bit her head off. maybe if he treated me like somebody it'd be worth saving

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I have went through this very same thing with my husband and it took it to GOD for guidance. GOD told me to be patient, it was extremely hard but I remained patient and now my husband is doing this Love Dare Challenge with me. I pray GOD leads you in making the right decision- Godizluv
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Someone once told me, you have to decide weather the love you share with your spouse must out weigh the negative moments you share with them. If they do not then it is time to move on. Only you can decide to stay or leave. If you stay and enable negative behaviors then they will continue to happen.
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I'm sorry you are going through this


I'm fine.he decided to have another woman at my house while I was at work to support us while he does absolutely nothing. then when my daughter asked him who was there, he bit her head off. maybe if he treated me like somebody it'd be worth saving



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home all day together. day was wonderful. asked him how his day was going a few times. we took a bath together..2st time in a long time...small steps

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I'm glad to see change and hope through God's Word and faith


I work with my husband we own our own business but I asked him first thing this morning how he was doing and I have also asked him several times today if he needed anything



I work with my husband we own our own business but I asked him this morning first thing how he was doing and if I could get him anything I have asked him that several times today



somedays are easier then others still need to watch my tongue



I text him this morning to see how his first day at a new church. he didn't go but he still answered. I would like to think that this was hopeful but he still wants to see a lawyer next week to file. Please pray for us.



tried this today and was told just stop

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sorry someone told you to stop... my hubby does not know that I am even doing this. it's for my benefit, not his. it's my change, not his. sometimes WE dont realize that WE have to change as well. keep trying. NEVER let anyone tell you to quit changing for the bettet


Today was n great calm day... I tried to help with many things as I could. Our anniversary is soon wish I could just take him to a place for us to reconnect like old times



Today, We spoke for a little bit. It was nice to hear her voice. I asked her to go on a date with me, Sunday. She told me that she would think about it but said she may not be ready to see me yet. Please send out your prayers for us.

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hold thumb... God is making waves.. the fact that she is talking to you seems she is noticing things.


I have tried all of the first 4 days suggestions. She gets angry all the time. I can't finish expressing any feelings whatsoever. It's hard.

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im sorry im there with you i wish he would quit the drinking
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I am praying for you and give this over to God and remember that the battle is not yours but the Lord's


I didn't message him while he is at work. I have already today though. I hope he responds to me normally he doesn't.



My husband finally agreed to do this with me. He says he is going to stay, but doesn't want to be pushed. I just wish he would turn back to God and I know God would heal my marriage.



yesterday was hard but today was easier. we have our good days.. today he wanted to cuddle when our son went down for a nap. we have small moments like that.



I did this yesterday and well my husband laughed and said what can you do in not there. I laughed back and said idk but aleast you know if ya truck breaks down imma jump in my car and come get you. he said Alright imma hold you 2 that.



this is something I do everyday just to make sure he is ok for when he comes home and does not have to do anything

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Perfect. You're doing a great job.


Phoned my wife at work, said no thanks dont need anything now nothing i can think of. I happy for this response.

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You did it! Expressions of simple love are always helping to build and rebuild the heart.


odd timing but ill try... see ya tmw



Communication seems to be rebuilding. We had a good conversation and even got to see her smile at me genuinely. I honestly stopped before because of the short responses. Keep pushing everyone

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Remember this is a Dare for those of us that CHOSE to take it. Its about our spouse but then its not about them more than it is about YOU! God is behind you be consistent and know the test are in front of you. if you happen to fail get up and keep going.


This is not changing anything in her behavior not even in the slightest bit...

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she is taking my spending the night with her lover and taking my kids with them for the weekend
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pray it will soon, in Jesus name


I call my wife on a daily to ask how her day is going, most of the time her response is (going) that's about it.



simple question. I would ask him this regularly though.



I tried to call my spouse. she didn't answere. so I sent her a text instead and no response all day. this was on Saturday. today is Sunday and I did hear from her. she stated she didn't want to respond.



I did this and she seemed happy I asked, that was the only emotion I got.



I think I'm giving up, I'm drained and tired. I have been fighting for almost a month for this man. I'm hurt and heartbroken.

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don't give up I've been fighting for 16 years.
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keep your head up keep moving forward and pray God will prevail and can heal your marriage
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If you fail on Day 4 should you start the whole love dare over or just pick up the next day on the day you skipped?


tried just sending a good morning text and got a stand offish response but I'm not giving up determined to call later. we will see

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I did and he wasn't so standoffs as the first time.. stick to it thats all I have to say


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Going to my best to complete this but as far as her I'm done trying. she moved her stuff out and had someone else try to complete the work I started. her answer from yesterday was " I need space ". not a good morning or a thank from previous days

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Keep doing the days no matter what she does. Learn to love God. Change for Him not for her. Change for yourself!
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I don't even know if on allow to see my son on my weekend off because she wants spa


So lost. She not only didn't respond but highlighted and book marked the definition of separation. Not only that but packed up everything of hers and the dogs stuff. Feeling like so done. after she messaged me say. "I need space."



What do you you do when your partner wants space

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By giving her space God showed me I was not losing but I wasn't relying on my wife to take the place of God. Through this book/app and through God's grace I am proud to say my wife and I are back together and stronger than ever. God won the fight for me and he has always been in control. Stop pushing and start leaning on Him.
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Well I am a fighter! So I really don't do space but that is what she said she wanted was space. I still did every dare with the word "space" looming over my head. I prayed that each day I would become closer to God. I had to trust God in times I couldn't spend with my wife and I still do.


This dare is something i already do almost everyday. So I made this dare more about thinking thoughtful before I responded to anything, I perceive to be, negative that my husband may say or do.

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I dared to actually ask my spouse to explain his point of view before I overanalyze and overreact to something he did or say. I also dared to be more direct and precise and to not hint or tip toe around what I want. This thoughtfulness shows love by allowing my spouse to be human and giving him allowance for his wrongs.


well this was a smack in the face. I asked what I could do. he said leave so he could get more of his stuff. hanging on by a thread.



This is a daily thing I already do.



Texted him good morning before he was up, asking how he's doing. since he is not home and this is something I would normally do. I still asked if I could help him today.



This one is hard because he's out of state and has to work today where he can't really look at his cell phone or answer a call. and he's working until 10:30 at night. I did send him a text though seeing how his day was going.



today was easy she was very happy to talk about her it was nice to see that smile again



M - well, my husband is still working at home due to Corona and will for the foreseeable future, so not sure how I can do this one.

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I always like when my wife walks up puts her hand on my back and ask me how I am doing and if I need anything. Remember you can have no agenda even completing the day.
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Maybe you could leave him a nice note on his work area letting him know you hope he has a good day or make him lunch if you are home. just a suggestion, praying for all the best to you.


I asked the hubby if he might need my help with something and he said call AAA and renew our membership... They only wanted to talk to him since he's first on the account! I wasn't very helpful after all.



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Hi, has this worked for anyone?

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Are you talking about the book? Yes God works. If you are talking about this day. It is part of the process. Try your best to complete each day.
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this is my second try but I'm doing it on my own first time no
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Worked how?