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The struggle for human rights is an ongoing fight well worth fighting. Men often joke about marriage being legalize male slavery, but often the opposite has been reality. Many women have suffered terrible abuses in the name of marriage.

Nowhere is this battle more evident than in our homes. Today, marriages in America face huge threats from society as well as confusion within our homes. The desire for freedom, and the oppression of the weak leave no one untouched.

How does all of this affect our marriages and homes? Apparently, it has affected thousands of homes as indicated by the over half of first marriages and over two thirds of second marriages ending in divorce.

The Bible teaches a set of dynamic principles to guide husbands and wives in their roles. These have sometimes been distorted or misapplied, however, when properly understood these principles go a long way toward enabling life-long marriages.

Rule one: Man and woman are intended to share life. The creation story states that woman was made from the rib of man. Woman was not made from a foot, a hand, or the head; but from the side. This establishes the principle of equality and mutuality.

Second Concept : Male leadership is vital. The seed of life comes from the husband, but successful marriage demands much much more. The Husband needs to set the pace for the marriage and family. He must show the way of integrity and industry. Still, he needs to lead with compassion, understanding, and consideration for the needs and wants of others even to the point of self sacrifice.

A leader protects those he leads. He avoids putting his family and his marriage at risk. He sacrifices his own desires, needs, or welfare in order to keep his family safe. Threats may come in many forms, but the husband leader remains the steady defender of his home.

Rule C: Providing for the needs of his family is the duty of the husband. With hard works and self sacrifice, the husband is expected to supply the needs of his family. A dedicated wife will assist her husband and encourage him in his effort to meet this responsibility.

Concept four: Woman is made to assist, accompany, and support her husband. Her duty is to give of herself to bless her husband and family. While man is charged with the overarching responsibilities, his wife is charged with standing at his side step by step, supporting, encouraging, and assisting her husband. She gives herself to her husband to meet his needs.

Submission is a nasty word for many wives, however, a wife who gives herself to the dreams and purposes of her marriage enriches her family. This is not so much a matter of subjection or the recipient of oppression, as it is a self sacrificing capacity to bless her marriage. Instead of taking orders from a tyrant, she shares her life willingly with her husband.

When a man dominates or dictates to his wife, he fails as the leader of his home. It is essential that a man listen to his wife. It is vital that he be willing to sacrifice his pride, his self interest, even his own welfare to meet the needs of his wife.

When husband fulfills his role as defined by these Biblical principles, the marriage and family are blessed.

Marriages thrive when wives dedicate themselves to their husbands standing with them and for them.

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