What is the purpose of marriage?  Does marriage mainly exist for tax benefits?  Of course not.  The Bible states several purposes for marriage: Companionship (Gen. 2:18). Enjoyment (Prov. 5:15-19,Eccl. 9:9, Song of Solomon). NOTE: Happiness is a purpose for marriage, but unhappiness is not grounds for divorce. Procreation (Gen. 1:22, 28, 8:17, 9:1, 9:7, etc.). Reflection (i.e., “mirroring,” not […]
Husbands: Leaders Like Christ (The Position)
There exists today much controversy with regard to Paul’s teaching on male headship and female submission within the context of marriage.  But what does the Bible teach regarding headship? What The Bible Does Not Teach About Male Headship In Marriage: Some hold a view of male headship that is better defined as “male domination.â€Â Harsh, […]