The Beauty of Biblical Submission
Scripture:
Ephesians 5:22-23
Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: and he is the saviour of the body.
Submission is often misunderstood in today’s world, but within the context of a loving, Christ-centered marriage, it is a beautiful expression of trust and mutual respect. As Christian women, we are called to submit to our husbands as an act of obedience to God, reflecting the relationship between Christ and the Church.
Reflection: Submission does not mean that you are less important in God's eyes than a man, nor does it mean blind obedience. It is about willingly placing ourselves under our husband’s leadership, trusting that he will lead with love and integrity. The Bible also actually teaches that men are to lead and have authority in the churches and in society in general. In the marriage relationship this is especially important for us as believers to teach the world around us about biblical gender roles. This mutual respect and love create a harmonious and God-honoring marriage. Just as Christ loves the Church and gave Himself for her, husbands are called to love their wives sacrificially, and just as the church is to be obedient to Christ so too are wives to obey their husbands in everything. When both partners embrace their roles, it leads to a deeper, more fulfilling relationship that brings glory to God. It is important to note, however, that even if you feel that your husband is not always loving you like Christ loves the Church, you are still to be submissive and respectful unto your own husband except if he asks you to sin.
Prayer: Father God, please help me to understand and embrace the beauty of submission in my marriage. Give me the grace to respect, honor, obey and support my husband, trusting in Your design for our relationship. Teach us both to love each other as You have loved us. Help me to be a submissive wife. May our marriage be a reflection of Your love and grace. In Christ's name, Amen.
Action Steps: Take time to communicate with your husband about what submission means to both of you through a Bible study together. Pray together, asking God to strengthen your marriage and help you both to grow in love and grace.
Suggestion - Find male Bible study teachers to listen to on podcasts or YouTube talking specifically about Biblical Patriarchy and men and women's roles. A good book to read on the subject is Masculine Christianity by Zachary Garris (though I don't agree with some of what he says in chapter 2 regarding salvation, most of the rest of the book is very good!).
Devotional ©️ Adrienne Jason 2025.
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