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Genesis 2:18
And the LORD God said, "It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him."
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Ephesians 5:22-25
Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body. Therefore, just as the church is subject to Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in everything. Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her,
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Genesis 1:27
So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.
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Genesis 2:20-24
So Adam gave names to all cattle, to the birds of the air, and to every beast of the field. But for Adam there was not found a helper comparable to him. And the LORD God caused a deep sleep to fall on Adam, and he slept; and He took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh in its place. Then the rib which the LORD God had taken from man He made into a woman, and He brought her to the man. And Adam said:
“This is now bone of my bones
And flesh of my flesh;
She shall be called Woman,
Because she was taken out of Man.” Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.
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Ephesians 5:28-29
So husbands ought to love their own wives as their own bodies; he who loves his wife loves himself. For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as the Lord does the church.
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1 Timothy 2:9-15
in like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing, but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works. Let a woman learn in silence with all submission. And I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man, but to be in silence. For Adam was formed first, then Eve. And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived, fell into transgression. Nevertheless she will be saved in childbearing if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with self-control.
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1 Peter 3:1-7
Wives, likewise, be submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, they, without a word, may be won by the conduct of their wives, when they observe your chaste conduct accompanied by fear. Do not let your adornment be merely outward—arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel— rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. For in this manner, in former times, the holy women who trusted in God also adorned themselves, being submissive to their own husbands, as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord, whose daughters you are if you do good and are not afraid with any terror. Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered.
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Resources
The Bible's Roles for Men
CGG WeeklyThe Bible provides guidance on gender roles, emphasizing that most teachings apply to both men and women, as Galatians 3:28 states there is neither male nor female, for all are one in Christ Jesus. However, specific instructions are given to men in various roles. A man within the Body of Christ must emulate the Head of that …
Is God a Male Chauvinist?
Article by David F. MaasIn an effort to address societal pressures, there has been a push towards gender-neutral language in biblical translations, altering traditional expressions to avoid masculine dominance. Changes include replacing "sons of God" with "children of God" in Matthew 5:9, and "a man is justified by faith" with "a person is justified by …
Let Boys Be Boys!
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe societal shift influenced by radical feminism in Western nations has led to a reevaluation of gender roles, particularly concerning boys. There is a noticeable effort to alter the natural exuberance and disposition of boys, which some view as an attempt to rewrite their fundamental inclinations. This movement, initially …
A Woman's World
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughIt is no longer primarily a man's world, and God's Word has a great deal to say about a society when feminism rules the day.
Should the Church Ordain Women as Ministers (I Timothy 2:12)?
Bible Questions & AnswersGod shows this matter to be one of difference between the genders rather than one being better or worse than the other. Men and women have different roles.
In the Wake of An Unnatural Disaster (Part Four)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jimmy Carter left the Southern Baptist Church because of looking at the story of Adam and Eve through the eyes of a humanist instead of believing God.
Called Their Name Adam
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod named both Adam and Eve 'Adam', signifying an unbreakable bond. This bond was secure until sin entered, creating enmity between men, women, and God.
The First Prophecy (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughIn Eve's curse lies the beginnings of both women's difficulties in childbearing and the battle of the sexes. The effects of this curse are still being felt daily!
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