Cheryl

Well-said Kerryn! The submission does parallel the husband’s sacrificial giving up of himself for her. The sacrifice cannot be effective for her unless she submits to his sacrifice. In the same way a teacher cannot teach unless the student submits to learn. There is such a special relationship between husband and wife that many have glossed over by insisting on a role of authority instead of sacrifice. Jesus’ example is the perfect example of a godly husband who lifts up his wife and sacrifices for her.