I thank God for restoring my intimacy with my wife after a heated argument

It started off with a small argument between my wife and I over some issues which we did not see eye to eye with each other. Unexpectedly it exploded into a very unpleasant stage as both of us got more and more historical. Words were loud and sharp and attitude towards each other were unbecoming. I was particularly stubborn and the argument ended with me in the room and she in the living room.

While I was in the room, I tried to read a book but just could not find the peace to do so. I knew that if I do not do anything to restore our intimacy, both of us would suffer from the uncomfortable and tense atmosphere throughout the night. Moreover I was the main culprit in creating it. It was hard because my flesh simply did not want to give in to mend the gap. In my mind, I was still thinking if I could play this silent game with her throughout the whole night. However in my heart, even though I want restoration, I do not foresee how it could be possible. Nevertheless, I eventually humbled myself and said to God under my breath, “God, help me here.”

The next thing I knew, I went out to join my wife to watch TV programs. I knew she was still fuming. I was myself. We were still not speaking with each other and were sitting apart from each other. At that time, the TV was showing a Japanese tourism variety program with a middle aged couple enjoying themselves on some excursions in Japan. As we continued to watch the program, it started to coincidently show places that we have previously been to during one of our holidays.

Somehow I knew God was doing something here. He was opening up opportunities for restoration to take place.

I could feel my bitterness dissipating away as memories of our fun times in Japan started to flood back as the TV flashes familiar sceneries before our eyes. I tried to make some small comments on the TV program. Before I know it, I was already jumping on my wife and teasing her. Thank God she responded in kind. I believe her heart was softened while she watched the TV program too. Our intimacy was restored that moment and we could spend the rest of the night in peace. Thank you Jesus.

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