Introduction
Christian women are called to live lives that honor God and reflect His character. In this sermon, we will explore three specific areas where Christian women are called to live out their faith: submission and respect, purity and modesty, and being a helpmate and support for our husbands.
By faithfully living out these callings, we can positively influence the world and help build strong, godly relationships that honor God. Let us consider each of these areas in turn, seeking to grow in our faith and to live lives that reflect the love and grace of God.
The Christian woman is called to submission and respect.
Yes, the Christian woman is called to submission and respect. Ephesians 5:22 says, “Wives, submit to your husbands, as to the Lord.” This verse teaches us that Christian women are called to submit to their husbands as an act of obedience to God. This submission is not a sign of weakness but rather a sign of respect for God’s design for marriage.
It is important to note that this submission is not absolute or unconditional. It is a submission that is rooted in love and respect for God and our husbands. It is a mutual and reciprocal submission, with both husband and wife submitting to one another out of love and respect for God.
In addition to submission, Christian women are also called to respect their husbands. Ephesians 5:33 says, “Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself, and the wife see that she reverence her husband.” This verse teaches us that Christian women are called to show respect and reverence for their husbands, just as their husbands are called to love and respect them.
By submitting to and respecting their husbands, Christian women can fulfill their calling as helpmates, support their husbands and can help to build strong, healthy marriages that honor God.
The Christian woman is called to purity and modesty.
Yes, the Christian woman is called to purity and modesty. 1 Timothy 2:9-10 says, “In like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with braided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works.” This verse teaches us that Christian women are called to modesty in their appearance and to focus on inner beauty and godliness rather than external adornments.
Modesty is not just about dress, but it is also about our attitudes, our words, and our actions. Modesty is about being humble and respectful in our interactions with others and being mindful of how we present ourselves to the world.
In addition to modesty, Christian women are also called to purity. Purity is about being clean and undefiled, both physically and spiritually. It is about living a life that is pleasing to God and honors Him.
Purity is not always easy to maintain in a world that often promotes impurity and immorality. However, by seeking to honor God and live a life of purity, Christian women can positively influence the world and a light for others to follow.
The Christian woman is called to be a helpmate and support for her husband.
Yes, the Christian woman is called to be a helpmate and support for her husband. Genesis 2:18 says, “And the Lord God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a help meet for him.” This verse teaches us that God created woman to be a helpmate and support for the man. Christian women are called to be a source of strength and encouragement for their husbands, helping them fulfill God’s purpose.
Being a helpmate and support for our husbands does not mean that we are subservient or inferior to them. Instead, we work alongside our husbands, supporting and encouraging them as they fulfill their roles and responsibilities. It means that we are willing to pitch in and help wherever we are needed, whether in the home, workplace, or other areas of life.
In addition to being a helpmate and support for our husbands, Christian women are also called to be marriage partners. This means that we are to work together with our husbands to build a robust and healthy relationship grounded in mutual love, respect, and trust.
By being a helpmate and support for our husbands and marriage partners, Christian women can fulfill their calling and help build strong, godly marriages that honor God and serve as an example for others to follow.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Christian women are called to live lives that honor God and reflect His character. We are called to submission and respect, purity and modesty, and to be a helpmate and support for our husbands. These are not easy callings, and we will face challenges and struggles as we seek to live them out.
However, by relying on God’s grace and seeking His help and guidance, we can faithfully fulfill our calling and positively influence the world. Let us strive to grow in our faith and to live lives that reflect the love and grace of God. May God bless us as we seek to serve Him and honor Him in all that we do. Amen.