Lisa Wilmore
Greetings, in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ!
As noted in last week’s message, God has gifted the husband to lead and love his wife and family. Just as Christ loves the church and laid down His life for her, the husband is called to love, lead, and care for his wife in a similar sacrificial way. This week’s message builds upon the foundational truth that God has not only gifted the husband, but also the wife.
God has given the wife to be a helper to her husband. Scripture reminds us of this profound truth in Genesis 2:18 (ESV): “It is not good for man to be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.” God, in His infinite wisdom, knew the challenges and trials that husbands would face in leading their families. He knew they would need a helper-a companion, a partner-so He made the wife.
God did not just create Eve out of the ground as He did with Adam, but took the time to put Adam to sleep, removed a rib from his side, and crafted Eve specifically for him (Gen. 2:21-22). God created Eve to walk alongside him, supporting him in his calling and in their shared mission. This divine design reminds us that both the husband and wife have unique roles in God’s plan for marriage, both mutually dependent and complementary to each other. Together, they are called to reflect the image of God, working in harmony to fulfill His purposes.
What a beautiful sight it is to witness the husband leading with love, and the wife supporting and helping in the task God has given them. It’s a powerful reflection of God’s design for marriage. Are you the supportive wife that God has called you to be? Are you lifting your husband up when you see him struggling with challenges, or are you standing by, silent and unmoved? Sometimes, all it takes is an encouraging word, a simple reminder that you are there for him. Your support doesn’t always need to be grand gestures; however, it could be as simple as offering a word of encouragement or a prayer, showing him that he is not alone in his struggles.
Wives, this is not the time to be accusatory, bitter, or distant. Nevertheless, it is a time to sincerely pray for, support, and lift your husbands up to God. Remember, God has gifted us with the gift of “Helps,” and through this role, we have the grand opportunity to partner with Him in strengthening our marriages. As we faithfully serve our husbands, God will honor our service and bless the way we pour into our families.
Jesus Saves!
