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“After 28 years of marriage, my husband left. Before my husband left, we bought our first home, a fixer-upper. For the past six years I have lived with all the not-done work, which the enemy has tried to use to keep me angry and bitter. God has provided for me to get the rest of work done and I have been able to easily get a home equity line of credit. I am thrilled to see the work that we dreamed of together finally getting done. Although I feel sad to not be able to share it with him, I feel that I am getting the house ready for his return. I know God is at work in his heart, because recently a brother from church, who my husband has rejected since he left, invited him to a men's event and he went! Praise God for His faithfulness and for giving me strength to stand.” (California)
"I pray every day that the Lord would give me another chance and that my marriage would be restored. I have prayed so long and hard about God's will for me that I was tired of hearing myself repeatedly ask for a miracle. Recently I asked God if it was His will that I ‘stand forever' for my marriage. I asked Him to give me three signs just to be sure. I logged on the Internet and opened my daily devotion from Charlyne. The title was "Stand Forever"! (Sign #1). Sunday a man gave his testimony. He married in high school, and eventually divorced. He turned his life over to the Lord, and eventually married the most wonderful woman in the world. She is his first wife! (Sign #2) I turned on the TV. They were playing the song, ‘Stand By Your Man' (Sign #3). God had truly provided three signs that I am to stand." (Colorado)
"Last night my husband and I went out to dinner. We really had a good time. In our conversation, he told me something that was a answer to my prayers. I thank God that my husband hasn't filed for divorce." (Georgia)
“A few months ago I heard Zepheniah 3:18; 'The sorrows for the appointed feasts I will remove from you; they are a burden and a reproach to you.’ For me this was a promise that my prodigal would be with us this holiday season. As I approach another Thanksgiving without him, I began to doubt God's promise to me. But then, I realized that He has removed the sorrows for the appointed feasts! He Has given me joy in His presence and a chance to be with my children and family. How blessed I am by His hand and how much I have to be thankful for. Your Thanksgiving morning extra really encouraged me. How much I needed to hear the analogy of the boulder and how it is slipping further and further toward the edge. Yes, this morning I do hear that noise. I do hear that boulder being moved slowly toward the edge of coming home. Thank you for your words Thanksgiving morning.” (Nebraska)
“I am a (former) prodigal, who is standing for my marriage. I had been wayward in my marriage for years. My wife prayed concerning me and our marriage for years. People would ask me why I will not return to God, and I would tell them because He will ask me to get back with my wife. Last November I surrendered to the Lord's calling, and began to pray, repenting for my sins. I want my marriage restore like nothing else I have ever wanted in my life. My wife threw in the towel and is working on having divorce papers drawn up. I am looking forward to the day that I can testify to what God has done in restoring our marriage. Until then, just know that a prodigal went home to his Father and now wants to go home to his wife and children.” (Ohio)
"With the church I have been serving deciding to close after Easter and only silence from my wife, I asked God for a sign. Today the text for my devotion was 1 Peter 5:6-11 '....after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.' There is hope." (New York)
"Praise God, my marriage is restoring. My husband said that he wanted us to start living together again. We have been dating for ten months. There is a lot of work to be done, but I know God is faithful and He will see us through. Our heavenly Father has also healed the relationship between myself and my in-laws. God is good. I believe above all, that we cannot doubt that God will do what He says He will do in His Word. He has taught me to love unconditionally. Thank You Lord for all that You have done for me and my husband." (Louisiana)
"I do not understand all of the things God is doing in my marriage. My husband is near the end of the rope and ready to reconcile our marriage. I have stood in prayer for his soul more than our marriage because he does not know the Lord. At times I wanted to quit but this ministry and my mother have been my lifeline back to God to continue to pray for my husband’s soul. I praise God and pray for my husband's return home soon." (Ohio)
"This year Mother's Day and my birthday fell on the same day. The night before I thought everyone forgot about me. When I came home from church Sunday, both my son and daughter were waiting for me with flowers, gifts and a card. I did not expect to see my children as they are busy living their own lives. We met up with other family members to eat lunch. I know my spouse could not get through the day without thinking about my double whammy day." (California)
"Yesterday I was walking back from lunch and a man nervously appro- ached me. He said, ‘On a spiritual note, keep seeking Jesus Christ.' I said, ‘I am saved, why would you tell me that?' He said the Lord told him. I walked away in tears. I know that it was the Lord telling me to continue. This is the second time I have wanted to quit and the second time God has spoken to me. Praise the Lord!" (New York)
"God said He was going to do a miracle and save my marriage. My husband said he wants to work on our marriage. Praise God. Thank You Jesus for You are always faithful." (North Carolina)
As soon as I was able to let go and let God fully, my marriage was restored, thanks to the Lord. It all happened just like you said it would. God's time is perfect. My husband left the other woman suddenly, checked into the hospital to detox for alcoholism and came home broken and in need of love first to God, then to a praying, standing wife and four children. No questions asked. Zipping my lips as you said is what is making this all a joyful restoration. It is work in progress. He is now to God's glory the lead vocalist for our church choir. Watching him praise God with tearful eyes is what fills the holes that the enemy tried to bore in me. But God, Praise the Lord. What a mighty God we serve. I hope I can encourage every stander to never, never lose heart. Continue to hold on because just like Charlyne and Bob said it was all worth what we have now. Thank you for being used by God to keep people like us shining the light for our lost prodigals to find their way home. I love you Bob and Charlyne." (New York)
"My husband bought me a birthday card this month that said "When you have faith as small as a mustard seed nothing is impossible" and then he came on Christmas to exchange gifts with the kids and I. He was so excited about his gift to me he was helping me open the box. I do have faith and I do believe in miracles. (Maryland)
"My husband and I been through so many trials with family deaths and his illness, that changed both of us. I became an unhappy and unappreciative wife. My husband left. My relationship with the Lord was suffering. Him leaving was the best thing that ever happened to me. It woke me up. I started praying as a stander. But little did I realize that the Lord was going to reveal all the things in me that needed to change. 1 Peter 3 and Proverbs 31 are Chapters that helped me see the kind of wife I'm supposed to be. I repented and started seeking the Lord to change my heart and my husband's. I had to accept that I could not change my husband, only the Lord can do that. I went to my husband and asked for his forgiveness for all my shortcomings as a wife. I asked him to give me another chance. He is now home." (California)
"My wife left and then filed for divorce. I heard the Lord’s voice to call her. She texted me back hours later. It was on the day she changed her number and she was surprised it went through." (California)
We want Testimonies to boast of what God has done, not on what Rejoice Marriage Ministries has done. We do not use a lot of testimonials about our material, but your stand for a restored marriage will be helped greatly by books and tapes from the Rejoice Bookstore.
"We have moved together from California to Florida where my husband got his new job. We are better than ever. We are deciding on new furniture and shopping house stuff together. It's like newly wedded all over again. Your ministry helped us to restore our marriage. Thank you." (Florida)
"I am praying for God to bring my wife to Him for healing and then us as a family again. We have seen all of Satan's tricks. Two nights ago, I placed my bills on my Bible and prayed over them, telling God that He is the only one who can pull this off. Today I received a card in the mail. On the cover it said, 'Just Believe' and the scripture reference of Luke 8:50. The check inside was for a large sum of money. After I tithe, the remaining money will cover my current bills to the penny. God hears our prayers. I can't wait for my miracle of restoration." (California)
"God hasn't changed. He is still faithful. My husband called me twice this week when he was very sick and told me that he is getting so close to God. How awesome is our wonderful God." (California)
"I was driving to the city where my family still lives, and where my prodigal moved. We had a nice conversation on the phone for the first time in a year since divorce. Just as we hung up, I passed a Covenant Transport Truck going south and at the same time one passed me going north. God, You are so good and loving." (Florida)
“I want to praise the Lord. From the end of 2004 until today, my media player hasn't worked so I haven't been able to hear Pastor Yeary's messages. Today I received an email from your ministry encouraging us to listen to his messages. I tried it again and it worked. The messages are so good. I had a great time praying right along with Pastor Yeary. Thank you again for your encouragement. God is good.” (Washington State)
"I have praise and thanksgiving. I'm home two weeks now. From the onset, God sent me verses that stuck when nothing else did. It has healed me in ways nothing else could. When I consider this trial, I remember this: that God said, 'Consider my servant, Job.' Dear friend, keep your eyes on the promise." (Georgia)
"Praise be to the LORD, for he has heard my cry for mercy. The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song. The LORD is the strength of his people, a fortress of salvation for his anointed one." Psalm 28:6-8
"God has been confirming my stand. One of the ways is my frequent sighting/hearing of the word "covenant" and I've been saying like Charlyne, 'There's that word again.' Last week I was supervising a class in their Religious Knowledge test at school. Part of the test was a crossword and I looked over the shoulder of one student and saw that she had all but one of the clues. I went to see what clue was so difficult. It was 'Another word for a promise' and the second letter was an 'o'." (Trinidad and Tobago)
As this Charlyne Cares was being completed we received an email from a stander in Texas. Her message is for you: "I found the best song in the hymnal. "Precious Lord." The first verse is especially significant. '1) Precious Lord. Take my hand, lead me on, let me stand. I am tired, I am weak, I am worn. Through the storm, through the night, lead me on to the light: take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home."(Hymn-Public Domain)
"My husband has started coming to his senses. He told me that things came together for him and he has asked God to forgive him and restore his family. He also asked me to forgive him. I praise my Lord for His faithfulness. Thank you Charlyne and Bob for all that you do for people in hurting marriages." (Indiana)
“I have been so discouraged lately, pleading with God for direction and feeling like I have not been getting any response. I read Charlyne Cares this morning and realized He has been giving me answers. He has been telling me all along. Thank you so much for your words of encouragement.” (Michigan)
"What a wonderful December this has been. There was a family wedding and we were able to use the time as a family vacation. We spent Christmas together, enjoying our time. I thank God for the blessings of family and especially for every minute my returned prodigal and I are able to spend together. I thank God for opening my prodigal's eyes and bringing him home where he really belongs. Prodigals really do come home physically and emotionally. I am still waiting for God's promise of spiritually." (Missouri)
"Today I feel a peace that I have not felt in a long time. I was having a very down week, missing my wife and praying very hard for her, me and our kids. Last night I dreamt that my wife was home, I know it was not just wishful thinking, but God telling me that she will be back one day. I am feeling much better and I have been thanking and praising the Lord. Our God is wonderful." (Illinois)
“I praise God and thank Him that He does 'hear the cries of the righteous' just as He says. Last week, suddenly my daughter said, 'I want to see Daddy.' He came right up from 100 miles away, knowing it would be a late night for him. He has called her practically every day since. She is finally letting go of bitterness and anger. I praise God again, and the Lord Jesus Christ still saves, still heals, and still delivers.” (Maine)
"Praise be to God. My husband and I are remarrying soon. God has changed him completely around and he has become the man of my dreams. I am grateful to Rejoice Marriage Ministries. There were times when I felt like giving up. God has truly reconciled our hearts and lives." (California)
"While at church the leader of our worship team was speaking of the 'dry bones' and she quoted some of Ezekiel 37 and said to prophesy to the dry bones as it is, and God sees it, even though we don't and everything else says it cannot be. She told me afterwards that earlier in the week the Lord had given that word to her, for me specifically. The Lord will bring it to pass, Amen." (West Virginia)
"Praise God for His goodness and mercy. My husband has taken it upon himself to call from another state for our house repair quotes, he has paid for my car repairs, and for our daughter's school clothes and supplies. The Lord is moving toward the healing and restoration of our marriage." (Florida)
"After years of being separated and divorced, my husband and I were remarried in our pastor's office a few months ago. Earlier this year things were really rough. But God was faithful to His Word. He softened both our hearts and restored our marriage, our home and our family. Our communication is better than it ever was and it just keeps getting better. To God be the glory." (Maryland)
"But as for me, I watch in hope for the LORD, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me. Do not gloat over me, my enemy! Though I have fallen, I will rise. Though I sit in darkness, the LORD will be my light." Micah 7:7-8
"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God." Colossians 3:15-16
"My kids have been away with my husband and the other person and he brought them back. For the first time in years, we sat together and talked and he held me in his arms. I repented before God and finally God took away my defenses and allowed me to ask my husband for forgiveness. The Holy Spirit is knitting us together to the one body we became when we married." (United Kingdom)
"My prodigal came back and we have been living together many months now as a family. I know that God is in control and is continually working on my husband. Even when I told God I was giving up, He would inject my prodigal into my life again, to remind me to stand firm. Thank you Bob and Charlyne. Without you, my family would still be broken." (Texas)
“Yesterday, the Lord put it in my heart to deliver some of your books to my neighbor, who is now alone and a new stander. She gasped with shock at my package, and brought out an envelope and order to Rejoice Marriage Ministries for books and tapes, almost the same ones I brought over. She was so thankful and in amazement that God provided for her heart’s desire to learn. He knew how tight money was for her. What a blessing to be a part of this miracle. It increased my own faith as I stand.” (Canada)
"My husband came to church with our family on Easter and then again this past Sunday. He even gave me some money to take the kids to lunch after church. Thank You Lord." (Tennessee)
"My husband and I are separated and he moved out of the country and has not contacted me. I was not sure if I would be able to buy Christmas gifts for my children and family this year. My husband came home unexpectedly at Thanksgiving and gave me money to cover Christmas. He also said he would be coming back to spend Christmas. God is working on his heart." (North Carolina)
"My husband’s heart was hardened and things seemed hopeless. I gave up and asked Jesus to take away the love I had for him. Jesus never took it away and kept reminding me to walk by faith not by sight. After months, Jesus allowed our family to go on a trip together. I am witnessing the Holy Spirit turn my husband’s heart from stone to flesh and back to his family." (Florida)
"On Sunday the Holy Spirit led me to read Matthew 5:43-48. These verses said to love my enemies and do good to those that hate me. It said that I should be perfect even as my Father in heaven is perfect. Half an hour later a co-worker came to tell me that one of the women instrumental in the break-up of my marriage was coming to work at my school. I began to rejoice because I knew that God was up to something. Later in the day as I thought of how I could get some revenge, the Holy Spirit checked me. The verses I read about loving my enemies and doing them good sprang to life in me. I realized that vengeance belonged to God and my role was to love that woman. What an awesome God we serve! He prepared me with His Word before I got the news and then I got instructions as to what weapon to use in this battle. I had a great week at work and was able to see that woman in a different light." (Bahamas)
"Speaking with you showed me how I have been focusing on (husband). I thought I had been giving him to God, but I have been taking him back. I have also come to know and accept, no matter how scary it may feel, that my commitment to the Lord is about Him and not about (husband). I am ready to accept His will and will follow Him and be obedient to Him. It was like a light bulb went off. I had been thinking He did not love me because He hasn't brought (husband) home. I see now that it is about me and Him." (Florida)
"The scripture passage from last Sunday's 'Charlyne Cares', Ephesians 2:13-18, was the same passage my pastor preached about that morning. My beloved prodigal husband was in church that day for the first time in months." (New Jersey)
“For the first time since 1992 my husband was with me for Father's Day. He came for brunch and stayed for hours. He acknowledged that I had been a good influence on him when telling about a habit he has now broken. The Lord blessed us with good fun and fellowship. Praise the Lord. I leave the rest to the Holy Spirit as (Husband) is coming closer to moving home.” (Arizona)
"God has really showed me that He is God in 2008. The year began with us separating and ended with God bringing him home several months ago. Now we are expecting our first child. There is still restoration work to be done, but God will do what He says He will do. To Him I give all the glory, honor and praise." (Georgia)
"Yesterday evening, my wife and I went to a movie. While in the theater, she became cold and reached to hold my hand and get warm. Later, after she was warm and without any warning, she put her hand on my leg and left it there. Needless to say, I placed my hand on top of hers. Because I'm on vacation this week, I was awake at 12:20 A.M., and noticed on an Internet program that she was online. I told her how special she was at the movies and what her hand meant. She's still not quite ready to come back home to stay, but, as you see, my Heavenly Father is working and being faithful as usual! I believe it's just a matter of time, though, I don't care about the time element. I love my wife so much, she's worth waiting for. To God be the Glory, great things He has done and will continue to do!" (Virginia)
"Before my husband left, he removed all the stucco from the front of our home to put new material on it. I have been looking at my home in disrepair for the years he has been gone. God knows how many times I have cried over this. Around my birthday, my husband came by to pick up our son and go order the supplies he needed to repair our home. In April, around our anniversary, he called to tell us he picked them up. On Mother's day, I stood looking at the front of my home, restored to it's original condition. God is so faithful. I got the perfect birthday, anniversary, and Mother's Day gifts this year." (Florida)
"Praise God for His faithfulness. Out of the blue, my dear husband told me that he is seeing a Christian counselor every week. May he clearly speak the truth of God's Word to my husband, and may my husband be ready to respond to God's call. (Note to self: Better de-clutter the house because I think my suddenly is coming.)" (Virginia)
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