Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. -- Ephesians 5:25
Do you know what the primary responsibility of a man in marriage is? According to God’s plan, it’s to love his wife.
Sounds simple enough, doesn’t it? Not really!
Our Scripture today says, “Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.” As men, our example of how to love our wives is the Lord Jesus Christ.
And what exactly does that kind of love look like?
First, it initiates. According to 1 John 4:19, Jesus “first loved us.” If we take the first step in initiating an atmosphere of love at home, our wives will respond.
Second, it sacrifices. In the Scripture, we are commanded to love sacrificially just as Christ did when He laid down His life for us. Genuine sacrifice like this in a marriage fuels loyalty, godly submission, and acceptance.
And third, a Christ-like love is humble. It leads with humility. Remember, if you have to tell your wife that you’re in charge… you’re not in charge. Real authority comes from humility.
Christ’s example of love is the biblical blueprint for success in marriage. So, how does a man love a woman? In the footsteps of Christ!
Men, it’s a hard assignment. And we cannot do it alone. We need the Spirit of the living Christ to supernaturally make us more like Him as we assume the responsibility He has ordained for us as husbands.
A marriage of lifelong, satisfying love begins with you!
ASK GOD TODAY TO FILL YOUR SPIRIT AND HEART WITH THE LOVE THAT COMES FROM SACRIFICE, HUMILITY, AND UNDERSTANDING.
4 comments:
Sounds simple????? Not to me. Guys, I have believed for a long time that if a man could actually do this, he would be a long way toward living as Christ wa nted us to. I defintley struggle with this; that being said it is something I want to do and am working to change in my life. I certainly could use your prayers....
cas
There is nothing I would rather do than be this kind of husband. Sure I have my moments, but I can't seem to string together enough days of this kind of actviity to be characterized this way.
Pray for me and I'll pray for you
Guys
Kerry and I took a group of young couples through a series called, "Love and Respect" by Emerson Eggerichs. I would say that this is the single best study that I've ever done, let alone the best study on marriage.
I am definately still a failure in so much of what it takes to be a great husband. But I'm no worse than my spouse!
I have a feeling that if I "initiate" so will she. And perhaps we can each see a little piece of heaven while here on earth. God is cool!
g
Fellas,
As a guy who recently got engaged, I will have to lean heavily on this scripture so that I can be the "right" type of husband.
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