Im enjoying Pauls writings this Easter. Paul addresses the makeup of a woman in 1 Timothy 2:14 And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived was in the transgression. In pointing out that Eve was deceived by Satan, who tempted her, clearly God is saying that a woman is more vulnerable emotionally than the man. Normally, a womans primary source in making decisions is in her emotional make-up, rather than from reason. God has made man to be directed by logic and reason more than emotion. This is another reason that man has the responsibility to protect the woman. As Eve failed to reasonably evaluate Satans temptation, so women are prone to make unwise choices. If the marriage relationship is proper, the woman will before making a decision, consult with her husband in order to get his perspective because she knows she will not always see things rationally. On the other hand, the man should also confer with his wife, knowing that he needs her insights, and that he lacks the emotional element in decision making. If a man and woman fulfill their biblical roles the marriage, and this uplifts them, both and their relationship is one of love and respect for each other. The man does not see himself as superior to the woman or she as his subordinate. He loves her and treats her with respect and care, knowing he is responsible for her. Likewise, the woman does not see her role as being a helper to her husband as being demeaning and takes great satisfaction in helping her husband to fulfill his responsibilities. The couple, each carrying out their perspective roles, then will live in harmony and are a testimony to others of Gods plan for the family. They honor God and each other.
Posted on: Sun, 20 Apr 2014 11:34:19 +0000
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