GODLY
HOMES
In an ungodly world (9)
An ongoing study of the Home as God’s
Word teaches.
I Do!
The Role
of the
Husband
The Role of Husband
 The role of husband the
foundation of the home
 It is only one part of his life
 It takes priority over all
other human relationships
The Role of Husband
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Why the role of husband is the
priority
It has bearing on other
relationships (children, extended
family, friends, etc.)
Jobs, friends, etc. change
You will need your wife to
support you in all your decisions
The damage neglect does within
society
The Role of Husband
Man of Steel and Velvet
 Steel – he is a guide, protector
and provider. Masculine,
confident and contributor to
society
 Velvet – He is gentle, humble,
understanding, personable &
refined. Easy to love!
Aubrey Andelin, © 1982
The Role of Husband
Man of Steel and Velvet
 The perfect example of a
godly man - Jesus
 The premise of the book
was that godly husbands
begin by being godly men
Godly Husbands Lead
 He is the head of the house
 A God given responsibility
 Ephesians 5:23
1 Cor. 11:3
1 Tim. 3:5 – “Rule his
own house” spoken of
elders
Godly Husbands Lead
 Why is he head of the
household?
 Unpopular in society
 1 Tim. 2:11-15
– Adam formed first
- Eve was deceived and
sinned (first)
Godly Husbands Lead
 This does NOT mean she is
his slave or footstool. NOT a
piece of property to be abused
 Created as his helpmeet from
his side – Gen. 2:18-24
 1 Peter 3:7 - Honor his wife
 Eph. 5:28-29 –love her as
his own body (himself)
Godly Husbands Lead
 They lead by example,
cf. 1 Cor. 7:13-14
 They lead by listening
 1 Peter 3:7 dwell with her
with understanding
 He makes up his mind and
acts in the best interest of his
family
 He takes responsibility
Godly Husbands Love Their Wives
 Love is absolutely necessary
in marriage
 Eph. 5:25, 28-29
 In Greek language, at least 4
different words translated love
in English language – agape,
storge, phileo & eros
All 4 involved in marriage
relationship
Godly Husbands Love Their Wives
 1 Cor. 7:3-5 Render unto
her “due affection”, i.e. the
marriage bed.
He is not to deprive her.
 Col. 3:19, “Do not be bitter
toward her.” Not hateful,
abusive, of despising her
Godly Husbands Love Their Wives
Keep the fire burning, even
after the honeymoon is over
- Go on dates
- Little things
- Remember your
anniversary, her birthday, etc.
- Praise her –
Prov. 31:28-29
Let us Respect
God’s Role for
Us as We
Fulfill Them