Godly Wifehood

As a newlywed, you may be wondering what it means to be a godly wife and how you can support your husband. The Bible provides guidance on this topic and offers wisdom on how to live as a godly wife.

First and foremost, the Bible teaches that a wife should submit to her husband as unto the Lord (Ephesians 5:22).

This means that you should respect and honor your husband, and follow his leadership in your marriage.

It is important to remember that submitting to your husband does not mean that you are inferior or less valuable, but rather that you are choosing to put the needs of your marriage and your husband before your own.

Another important aspect of being a godly wife is to love and respect your husband. The Bible states in Colossians 3:19 that wives should love their husbands and be kind to them.

As a newlywife, you should strive to show your husband love and respect through your words, actions, and attitudes. This means being supportive, encouraging, and understanding. It also means being willing to forgive and ask for forgiveness when necessary.

In addition to submitting to and loving your husband, it is also important to be a helper to him. Genesis 2:18 states that God made a helper for Adam, and in the same way, you can be a helper to your husband. This means being there for him in good times and bad, offering your support and assistance in whatever way he needs it.

One final key way to support your husband is through prayer. Praying for your husband and your marriage is one of the most powerful things you can do as a newlywife. Pray for your husband's spiritual well-being, for wisdom in his decision-making, and for protection from temptation. Pray that he would be a godly husband to you and that your marriage would reflect the love of Christ.

In conclusion, being a godly wife and supporting your husband is about submitting to him, loving and respecting him, being a helper, and praying for your marriage. Remember that your role as a wife is not to control or change your husband, but to love and support him as he is.

Prayer:

Dear Lord,

As a newlywife, I ask for your guidance and wisdom in my role as a wife. Help me to submit to my husband, to love and respect him, to be a helper to him, and to pray for our marriage. Give me the strength and grace to reflect your love in my marriage and to be a godly wife. I trust in you and I pray that you would bless my marriage in every way.

In Jesus' name, Amen.