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In the United States, we are taught that at least according to our constitution, all men are created equal. It took over a over sixty years just to put an end to slavery. It took another fifty years before the concept included women. It took another sixty years before laws and court decisions enforced the concept that all men and women are created equal in the views of law. Yet , there are many examples of social bias, prejudice, discrimination, and injustice.

In the United States, we are taught that at least according to our constitution, all men are created equal. It took over a over sixty years just to put an end to slavery. It took another fifty years before the concept included women. It took another sixty years before laws and court decisions enforced the concept that all men and women are created equal in the views of law. Yet , there are many examples of social bias, prejudice, discrimination, and injustice.

The world is smaller today than ever before. If something happens in Asia, it appears within minutes in our own homes. A murder in Orlando, touches families in Spokane almost instantly. The pressures of oppression and the thirst for freedom meet at our kitchen tables day after day. We are all affected.

Think about your own marriage. Is there conflict over decision making, who is in charge, or feelings of neglect? Do the forces of oppression touch your home? Are there abuses? Or is your marriage and home untouched by these forces?

I have good news. The forces of oppression and marital bondage are not necessary. They do no even belong in our marriages. Here are some principles that can really help your marriage.

Principle one: Man and woman are intended to share life. The creation story states that woman was made from the rib of man. Woman was not made from a foot, a hand, or the head; but from the side. This establishes the principle of equality and mutuality.

Concept B: Marriages flourish when led by husbands of integrity, industry, and sensitivity. Good leadership lifts the whole family. The husband needs to project a vision of family mission and set the pace toward achieving that dream. With compassion and a listening ear, the husband willingly sacrifices his own welfare for the benefit of his marriage and family and their mutual mission.

Protection of the family is inherent In the husband's leadership. It is his duty to protect his wife from all manner of threats. Out of love, the husband places himself between his wife and any threat that might injure his wife. For this reason, a husband will guard against dangerous situations and dangerous people.

Concept C: Providing for the needs of his family is the duty of the husband. With hard works and self sacrifice, the husband is expected to supply the needs of his family. A dedicated wife will assist her husband and encourage him in his effort to meet this responsibility.

Principle four: Woman is made to assist, accompany, and support her husband. Her duty is to give of herself to bless her husband and family. While man is charged with the overarching responsibilities, his wife is charged with standing at his side step by step, supporting, encouraging, and assisting her husband. She gives herself to her husband to meet his needs.

Submission is a nasty word for many wives, however, a wife who gives herself to the dreams and purposes of her marriage enriches her family. This is not so much a matter of subjection or the recipient of oppression, as it is a self sacrificing capacity to bless her marriage. Instead of taking orders from a tyrant, she shares her life willingly with her husband.

Evil is evil. Wrong is wrong. Hate is hate. There can be no excuses for abuses, but the solution to all of this calamity is genuine self sacrificing love. When a husband loves his wife, he protects her, provides for her, cherishes her, and empowers her. When a wife loves her husband, she honors, respects, and supports him. She gives herself freely to bless their union.

When husband fulfills his role as defined by these Biblical principles, the marriage and family are blessed.

When a wife stands by her man and yields herself to the needs and mission of the family, the whole family is blessed.

This is not as much a matter of bondage or freedom as it is a matter of mutuality, leadership, and giving to advance the welfare of the whole family. Marriage requires serious effort. To learn more about the fundamental commitments made when a man and woman marry, explore the vast resources available to you through the resources below.