1Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives,
1 Peter 3:1
Submission to husbands is a controversial topic. First let’s talk about what submission is not. It is not forced by the husband. The husband cannot say you must do this; that is subjugation let’s take a look the definition for that.
DEFINITION FOR SUBJUGATE (1 OF 1)verb (used with object), sub·ju·gat·ed,sub·ju·gat·ing.
- to bring under complete control or subjection; conquer; master.
- to make submissive or subservient; enslave.
If that is what you are experiencing seek help. That is emotional abuse. That doesn’t just apply to wives it also applies to elder care and disabled adults.
If that is what you are experiencing the above link provides contacts for you to get help and get out.
What submission is: it’s following voluntarily the leadership and guidance of the husband. This is a spiritual act which isn’t about power and manipulation. Boundaries should not be crossed. At no time should you feel disrespected by your husband! There’s a difference between manipulation and love.
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