Bible Discussion Thread

what are the duties of the husband in marriage

The Husband's Role in a Christian Marriage

Leadership

The bible makes it very clear that the responsibility of leadership in marriage falls squarely on the husband's shoulders. 1 Corinthians 11:3 says that "Christ is the head of every man, and the man is the head of a woman, and God is the head of Christ."

The scripture states that the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church. A good husband loves his wife unconditionally and is a servant leader just like Christ.

Unconditional Love

In Ephesians 5:25 the bible commands husbands to love their wives just as Christ loved the church, and gave Himself up for her." A husband's love for his wife should not be based on her actions. He should respect, affirm and love her at all times.

Sacrifice

Sacrificial action is an integral part of the husband's role as the head of the home. Again, Christ is a wonderful example of this. He demonstrated servant leadership by washing his disciple's feet. In marriage, being a servant leader means ensuring that the wife's material, emotional and spiritual needs are met.

Ephesians 5:25-33, Colossians 3:19, 1Peter 3:7-22, 1Corinthians 7:3-17, these are part of the scripture in context because you've only asked the Husband's duty.

Hopefully these are helpful

There is a sight called knowing Jesus dot com. That has 49 verses on the subject. Ephesians and Colossians have two rather lengthy sections describing duties of a husband and wife as well as servants; and children. The idea is often compared with Christ and the church as to the sacrificial love of a husband; as well as what should be a submissive role for wives. I think one thing that is helpful is to understand that sometimes women have a more "type A" personality and this CAN work if she is willing to put it aside when it comes to spiritual matters within the home. When that doesn't occur; of course I would say that it is good to always have an understanding of these roles and to be prepered for things which would cause her to be tempted to sin (assuming; of course that you are already married). I would definitely give the late Billy Graham credit for saying that "the couple that prays together stays together." The enemy has done a pretty good job of destroying many of the foundations of marriage in this country in the last several generations. I would also suggest that in church counselling should be sought after if there is any issue causing concern; that is advice sadly that I took too late in my own situation and had to avail of it for forgiveness for the anger issues I had after she left me for another man. Community of course needs to consist of mature individuals. It is good to be involved with a good church and group activities there as well.

Gotta run. Agape.

Rich P