I’m a strong independent bossy type of person.  I have never been in a Christ centered marriage. Now that I am single, I want a marriage with God at the head, then the man, then me. I cringe typing  having a man over me, even if he is to love me as Christ loved the church. I know me, if he agrees with me and my ideas it will be easy to submit but if not ouch. Lots of prayer is in my future, plus I need a change of heart.

I came across the fall this week in my study. Genesis 3:16 God tells Eve she will desire her husband yet he will rule over her. If or when I am married I will desire to rule over my husband. I will have to lay  down my way at the cross and submit daily.

I also found it interesting, Adam was given the task of working and guarding the garden. The snake should have never been permitted in the garden. Adam should have protected Eve. He let the snake in and he was silent.

No one is perfect, but if we stay in prayer, communion with God, and follow his lead, life is easier.  If a husband is in love with Christ, God will know his heart. Mistakes happen but they all work out for the good for those that love the Lord. I can submit to that logic. I can pray for my family. I can support and respect. I now understand more of a man’s role and a women’s role.

My prayer today please be with wives as they support, pray, respect, and submit today. If a husband isn’t leading please give conviction and healing to the family for the man to lead following Christ. Let my heart be change by this truth. In Jesus name, Amen.