One of the other ways we can comfort our spouse (and my hubby thought of this) is through sexual intimacy.  Now, just for fun, I want to share his thought process with you. 

I asked him if he knew of any good comfort verses that applied directly to marriage, since the ones above pertained to the general Christian life.  He said, “God made Adam and Eve naked in the garden.” 

“So, nakedness is comfort?” I responded with a little doubt because I was looking for a direct word correlation. 

“Yes. They were comfortable being naked -- so comfortable, comfort -- that works!”

Not only were Adam and Eve partaking in physical intimacy, but there was no part of their physical, emotional, or spiritual union that held the slightest hint of uncomfortableness. They were free to be open and vulnerable with each other. 

Marriage was designed to be a completely safe relationship.   Think about how you can direct your relationship toward its design as you interact with your spouse. And enjoy God’s design for marital intimacy along the way!

However the Lord moves your heart to apply these truths to your marriage, I am praying that God opens your eyes to new opportunities to proactively comfort, encourage and strengthen your sweetheart!