Dear Lord; Happy Monday Father! Once again Lord, You Blessed me with a lovely couple days respite filled with family, good food and good friends. Thank You so very much for that time!
Well Father, today we celebrate Valentine’s Day. While the true origin of this holiday seems to be clouded by historical variations in the chain of events which formed it, today we observe it as a day to focus on and express the love and affection we feel for those we’re closest to. In addition to the amazing love You’ve shown me directly Lord, You’ve also Blessed me beyond words by surrounding me with a significant number of loving, caring people…
And at the center of this group, is my wonderful wife Shannon.
I see Your Light in her in so many ways Father. She’s my partner in every respect; A true soul bonded to my own with whom I can share my innermost self without fear of judgment or rejection. She’s a phenomenal mother to our two sons, and has proved her mettle and devotion to our marriage and our family time and time again. She’s been the anchor when I’ve been adrift, and the harbor when I’ve needed rest and comfort. She gives of herself freely to help others in need, and brings her loving spirit to all that she does. She’s the first person I think of to share my joys, and as You know, the focus of many of my prayers. I am a much better man Lord, with her by my side.
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her” – Ephesians 5:25
Heavenly Father, I thank You for Blessing our Union as Man and Wife and for seeing us through the trials we encounter along our journey together. Please continue to let her feel the warmth of Your Loving Embrace, and watch over her throughout her days. Amen.
~Phather Phil
Hi, I’m Phil Malmstrom, a.k.a. Phather Phil. I’m self-employed, father of two wonderful young men, an ordained minister who delights in spreading Jesus’ Message of Hope and Love, a science-fiction junkie, an aspiring photographer and above all that one of God’s Children who rejoices in His Blessings each day. 
Beside every great woman is a great man. Beside every great man is a great woman, and in front of them both is Jesus. Happy Valentine’s Day, Phil!
I love that Lisa! Thank you so much!
Have a Blessed Day!
Beautiful prayer, Phil. And I love what Lisa said, in front of both of them is Jesus. So true. Blessings!
Thank you Jenifer, and I agree it was a wonderful statement she made!
Have a Blessed Day!
That is so awesome! You and your wife have a lovely day!!:)
Thank you Kelli!
Have a Blessed Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day Phil and Shannon 🙂 what a blessing your love is to Him!
Thank you Heidi!
Have a Blessed Day!
So happy to read this post Phil and share more clearly the particular joy and wonder of what you share with Shannon.
There really is a hand of grace on our lives isn’t there? So happy to share the journey with you. Love and blessings.
Thank you so much Christopher. I’ve been amazingly blessed to have her as my wife. And yes, His Hand is always there with us, whether we see it all the time or not. 🙂
Have a Blessed Day my Friend!