Bible Question:
If you believe that women can lead men. Do you also believe those women who are leaders are not under the authority of their husbands as the husband is under the authority to God? |
Bible Answer: Husbands and Wives. Interesting that the Deborah story discussed above mentions her husband... While her husband is named with respect, it is her leadership that is remembered. I've been married 10 years. My wife and I discussed these verses a fair bit when we first got married. But we found that thinking about giftedness was more important. As well as "Submit to one another in reverence for Christ." (Ephesians 5:21) She is better at following through with certain things. I am more of a risk-taker, but am also frugal and good at keeping records. We depend on each other. Major decisions are made together. In 10 years, there has never been a point when we have been at an impass, and had to resort to roles. Perhaps this way takes more dialogue, but it works. Whenever she is more informed in a certain area - more able to make a decision - obviously I submit to her. There are many men with poor judgement, and the "headship" idea must cause grief for their wives. Don't you think? I appreciate, or course, that husbands are to live sacrificially for their wives, as Christ loves us (the church) --- So headship is not as clear-cut as it seems. Peace. |