Here is an article I wrote for the Marital Bliss eMagazine that my wife is Editor of. Check out www.maritalblissonline.com for more info and to subscribe:
I Corinthians 11:7- “For a man indeed ought not to cover his head, since he
is the image and glory of God; but woman is the glory of man.”(NKJV) Men, this is a note, not from the heart and mind of Kellus Hill, but from the heart and mind of The Lord Himself. When we look at the scripture above, it is in the midst of a discussion that Paul is having with the church of Corinth about certain traditions that he requests be held to honor Yahweh. Obviously, these cultural stances are not as prevalent in certain modern circles but the deeper spiritual meaning behind it is of eternal significance. To put it bluntly, how your wife is seen by the “outside world” is a direct reflection of you and your love for her. Now let me offer a disclaimer/ note of clarification. This DOES NOT mean that if you fit your wife with designer clothes, a luxurious car, and various jewels that you are proving to be a good husband, not in an authentic way at least. The authenticity of a Christian isn’t/ shouldn’t be based on their collection of temporal possessions but rather the love that reflects from The Father. He offers wisdom, understanding, the fruit of The Spirit, and other eternal things that reflect His nature. In a similar way a husband should offer these acquired attributes to his wife so that she can reflect them in a manner of authentic glory. As a man seeks to follow the Father, and absorb his attributes, He should then turn around and emit those attributes to his wife so that she may give off that glory at all times. Men, consider for a moment how your wife is perceived by not only others but also you yourself. If there are thoughts of embarrassment, disappointment, or frustration that run too freely in your mind… look in the mirror. What are YOU saying to your wife to ensure she speaks/ thinks highly of herself? If the Father created man to allow for Christ to have a bride, whom He speaks highly of, why would we allow ourselves to do anything but speak words of encouragement to our spouse? What are YOU doing to ensure that others speak highly of your wife to you or others? The answers are in the Word and how the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit orchestrate the flourishing of the Christ’s Bride. We as husbands need to become doers of the Word, intercessors with/ for our wives, and protectors of the borders of our home. The smile brought about by the reflection of a diamond can fade, but the smile brought about by the reflection of His love is permanent.
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