1 Corinthians

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Bible Question: How far should a woman have to go to submit to her husband? If he is physically or mentally abusive, surely she doesn't have to put up with that? What if it is a Christian woman and a non christian man? What if the man claims to be a Christian but is abusive towards his wife and children?

Bible Answer: Norrie
If a husband is physically abusing either his wife or children she should get out of there as fast as she can! No qustions, just go!
As far as mental abuse from her husband, if she is a Christian, she has an advantage. The scripture tells us all that we are in Christ, and with a strong belief and church family, she has the means to see herself as she really is. I Cor. 7:16 gives good advise about being "unevenly yoked". If one or the other is unbelieving, the one could have an influence on the other and both could be brought tothe kngdom. I have an unbelieving husband but i n the last couple years I have seen remarkable change in him and I believe and trust in the Lord that he will come to accept Him in a personal way. Submission is not something that is beat into you, but something you willingly lay down. I was not submissive. I was rebellious. When I learned that the Lord truly wanted me to stop trying to be the head of the household and put the house in the God given order, I was freed. My husband has the authority and will eventually have to answer to God for decisions he makes concerning our home. I will give advise, but if he takes it or not, the decision is up to him. I did my part and I will trust him to do what is best - whether it turns out that way or not. Will try to get more to you on this a little later.
Your sister in Christ-
Debbie