As our group studied through Ephesians 5 last week, we came to see the godly husband's actions and identities as summarized below. The Husband is to treat the Wife as Christ treats His Bride, the Church. Thus, if you watch my marriage, you should know more about Jesus and His relationship with the Church. Jesus is the ultimate example of all that is written below, and He does this for all of God's children. In other words, Ephesians 5 is a beautiful picture to study for both married and single people. May we be an increasingly accurate picture of Jesus and His darling, the Church!
PS Incidentally, biblical manhood and womanhood would be a lot more attractive if we lived like this.
Husband’s Actions:
He should…
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Husband’s Identities: He is to be her primary…
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Love her as myself
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Lover and Carer
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Give myself for her
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Personal Sacrificer
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Sanctify her through the Word
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Purifying Word-giver
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Seek her purity
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Watchful Cleanser
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Nourish her
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Thoughtful Provider
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Cherish her
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Intentional Delighter
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Hold fast to her
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Most Intimate Friend
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