Monday, April 21, 2008

Husbands

1 Pe 3:7
7 Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you [1] of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered.
Footnotes
[1] 3:7 Some manuscripts since you are joint heirs
  • What does it mean to live in an "understanding way"?
  • How do women think differently from men?
  • How are women emotionally different from men?
  • Why is neither man's nor woman's view automatically the right view?
  • What can a husband do to understand his wife's differences?
  • How might a husband suffer if he "lives in an understanding way"?
  • For Christian spouses, how does being "fellow heirs" change the marital relationship?
  • When is any Christian permitted to
    - treat someone wrongly
    - have a selfish attitude towards someone
    - have an arrogant, bossy attitude towards some
  • Why does being fellow heirs of the grace of life require better behavior?
  • How might your behavior and attitude towards your wife hinder your prayers?

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