Did these phrases cause you to pause?:
O.K., moving along to the help meet portion of the chapter...
On page 110, Debi tells us that:
I don't like to think of myself as one who is deceived, but that does not change the fact that I am!
It is also interesting to note how men are "exposed and vulnerable" to the women they love (p.110) Debi's words of caution should be at the forefront of my mind:
If Adam, Samson, Solomon, and David can fall in these areas, so can any of our men.
I wonder how many times my husband has gone against his own better judgment in order to keep his wife happy? I don't ever want to make my man weak because I am somehow assuming a masculine role (p. 112).
In the "Virtuous Woman" section, I found it interesting (and somewhat humorous) to read Debi's thoughts on the modern perspective of Proverbs 31. I like how she notes that "quiet time" and "prayer warrior" are not synonymous with the biblical womanhood that we read about in Scripture:
At the end of the chapter, I was challenged to be that wife who is feminine, sweet, girlish... a "delightful joy".
"...Lucifer, the fallen cherub, was jealous of Adam's position as master of the renewed planet."and
"He [Lucifer] did not want God to be successful at replenishing the earth. - p.106 (emphasis added)I know that this blog is not intended for a discussion on our beliefs of the creation account. I will just say that I was a little perplexed when I first came across these phrases. I have since learned that the Pearl's believe in the existence of a time "gap" between verses 2 and 3 of Genesis chapter 1, and they believe that the creation account beginning in verse 3 is not the first creation. If you're interested in learning more about their position, you can go to this link. I read through the article and I've asked my husband to read it. If any of you get a chance to read it, and would like to comment on this topic, you can email me at jlp91326@yahoo.com.
O.K., moving along to the help meet portion of the chapter...
On page 110, Debi tells us that:
"...wives should fear God and distrust their natural tendencies."
I don't like to think of myself as one who is deceived, but that does not change the fact that I am!
It is also interesting to note how men are "exposed and vulnerable" to the women they love (p.110) Debi's words of caution should be at the forefront of my mind:
"We need to be aware of the power we have to seduce our husbands into following us into disregarding the clear, objective words of God.-p.110-111
If Adam, Samson, Solomon, and David can fall in these areas, so can any of our men.
I wonder how many times my husband has gone against his own better judgment in order to keep his wife happy? I don't ever want to make my man weak because I am somehow assuming a masculine role (p. 112).
In the "Virtuous Woman" section, I found it interesting (and somewhat humorous) to read Debi's thoughts on the modern perspective of Proverbs 31. I like how she notes that "quiet time" and "prayer warrior" are not synonymous with the biblical womanhood that we read about in Scripture:
"In our culture, we have lost a clear understanding of what constitutes a virtuous woman." -p.114
At the end of the chapter, I was challenged to be that wife who is feminine, sweet, girlish... a "delightful joy".
"A man cannot cherish a strong woman who expresses her displeasure of him." -p.115
The "Time to Consider" section on page 116 asks some tough questions. The "Biblical Profile Contrast" is a helpful chart, as well.
Chapter 12
And, so, I just keep praying as the apostles prayed (Luke 17:5), that the Lord would increase my faith.
I thought Debi did a great job addressing the "What about Deborah?" issue. On the one hand, Deborah was a good leader... and that was exactly the problem, for it resulted in shame to Israel that a woman should be in the position of authority.
I loved this excerpt on p. 122:
I have known a couple that claimed to have a heavenly marriage. The wife was such a godly example for me to follow. It is my hope that I can continually grow to become "what God asks of a woman." Lord willing, I can be precious and cherished in the eyes of my husband.
In the "Time to Consider" section, I was reminded that I need to improve in the area of verbally praising my husband (privately and publicly.)
Chapter 12
"It takes faith in God to trust him when all you seem to see is one carnal man leading you - to "God only knows where." "- p. 117
And, so, I just keep praying as the apostles prayed (Luke 17:5), that the Lord would increase my faith.
I thought Debi did a great job addressing the "What about Deborah?" issue. On the one hand, Deborah was a good leader... and that was exactly the problem, for it resulted in shame to Israel that a woman should be in the position of authority.
I loved this excerpt on p. 122:
"Do you KNOW even one couple who says they have a heavenly marriage? I know that the angels in heaven stand amazed at how much a man can love a woman, how he can break down weeping at the thought of how precious she is to him. The reason he loves her is because she IS precious. She has earned his total adoration and love. She is what God asks of a woman, and the end result is a man who cherishes her beyond anything this world can know."
I have known a couple that claimed to have a heavenly marriage. The wife was such a godly example for me to follow. It is my hope that I can continually grow to become "what God asks of a woman." Lord willing, I can be precious and cherished in the eyes of my husband.
In the "Time to Consider" section, I was reminded that I need to improve in the area of verbally praising my husband (privately and publicly.)
1 comment:
Hi Jessica,
Yes, I did catch that first part and had a discussion with my husband about it. I didn't actually know about that belief until he explained it to me. Even though I don't agree with everything in the book or every belief she has, I've been able to get so much out of it as I know you have too. I'm greatly enjoyed it thus far.
I'm finding that I hear a lot of controversary about this book as Jan mentioned at the very beginning. I think that women have a really hard time with hearing what true submission is in such a dogmatic way. Debi isn't sugar coating anything which I personally just find it funny to read and convicting but I guess a lot of women in the church want to hold closer to the world's view of equality. We are so indoctrinated with it growing up even in the body of believers. This book has really shook me up about the role of Christian women and it almost makes me panic to look around at the women I'm called to minister to.
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