This sermon focuses on the role of the husband in a marriage. Husbands are instructed to lead their wives offering protection, provision, nurture and love. From the very first marriage of Adam & Eve this clearly defined role was established and Adam was held accountable for not fulfilling it.
A husbands leadership should be modelled on the perfect example of Jesus. He used his leadership to submit and to serve those he led. His authority was not used manipulatively or lorded over people. Jesus was also not afraid to express his love for those he led verbally and physically. Despite being a strong leader he was also gentle and kind.
Jeff proposes 5 clear aspects of healthy Christian husband leadership (SLEEP). Firstly, submission, we need to live in submission to God. Secondly, leadership, we need to actually lead our wives. Thirdly, example, we need to be an example for our wives. Fourthly, encouragement, we need to be the biggest encouragers of our wives in pursuing God. Finally, purpose, we need to lead our marriages in establishing and pursuing the direction of travel in what we are wanting to achieve.
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