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NASB | Ephesians 5:28 So husbands ought also to love their own wives as their own bodies. He who loves his own wife loves himself; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 5:28 Even so husbands should and are morally obligated to love their own wives as [being in a sense] their own bodies. He who loves his own wife loves himself. |
Bible Question: This is my first post, so please forgive if I am leaving out certain portocol for this site. I am looking for new and exciting ways to honor my wife. We are currently separated. In 1 Peter 3:7, it talks about honoring your wife or your prayers will not be heard (NLT). I would like women to tell me what you expect/deserve from your husband when it comes to honor. And guys, in what ways do you honor your wife? |
Bible Answer: Thus far, this is the best question that I have seen in this forum... I hope for more of the same because the Bible has so many hidden gems providing guidance for mates, parents, children - the whole family. Ephesian 5:28,29 (The Amplified Bible) states: "... husbands should love their wives as [being in a sense] their own bodies. He who loves his own wife loves himself. For no man ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and carefully protects and cherishes it, as Christ does the church." That's the scriptural admonition. In practice, there's so many ways that I try to apply these verses. Always saying "I love you" to my wife. After all, through actions don't we say this to our own bodies every day? I always say "Thank You" (for her daily meals, chores, etc.) I give her a backrub before she can ask for one. I'm always truthful - as a matter of fact, I can't even think of why I wouldn't be. I try to accomodate her wishes and because she lives a considerable distance from her family, we try to plan trips each year involving her family (including her widowed mother). I could go on, but I think you get the gist of it. Lastly, we have never played by the selfish rules, 'this is my money and that is yours'. What's that all about? - that's not marriage. Oh yes, kindness is important, too. I have never raised my voice to my wife. Hope this helps... |
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