Introduction #
Marriage is a sacred union between two people who have committed themselves to each other in love and faithfulness. As a Christian wife, you have the opportunity to live selflessly with your husband, following the example of Jesus Christ, who demonstrated the ultimate act of selfless love by sacrificing his life for us.
In this post, we’ll explore seven biblical principles and Christian wisdom on how to live selflessly with your husband.
1. Love Your Husband Unconditionally #
In Ephesians 5:25, the Bible says,
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
As a wife, you can demonstrate selfless love by loving your husband unconditionally, just as Christ loves us unconditionally.
Unconditional love means loving your husband for who he is, not for what he can do for you or how he makes you feel. It means accepting him, flaws and all, and loving him with a sacrificial love that puts his needs and well-being above your own. When you love your husband unconditionally, you show him the kind of selfless love that Jesus demonstrated for us, and you build a foundation of trust and intimacy in your marriage.
2. Respect Your Husband’s Leadership #
In Ephesians 5:22-23, the Bible says,
“Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his body, and is himself its Savior.”
As a wife, you can demonstrate selfless love by respecting your husband’s leadership in your marriage.
Respect means valuing your husband’s opinions, decisions, and leadership, and submitting to his authority in a way that honours God. It means trusting His judgment, seeking His counsel, and supporting His role as the head of your household. When you respect your husband’s leadership, you create a sense of unity and purpose in your marriage, and you honour the biblical principles of marriage.
3. Communicate Openly and Honestly #
In Ephesians 4:15, the Bible says,
“Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.”
As a wife, you can demonstrate selfless love by communicating openly and honestly with your husband.
Open communication means being willing to share your thoughts, feelings, and concerns with your husband in a respectful and loving way. It means listening to his perspective and seeking to understand his point of view, even if you don’t always agree. When you communicate openly and honestly with your husband, you build trust, deepen your connection, and grow together in maturity and love.
4. Pray for Your Husband Regularly #
In 1 Thessalonians 5:17, the Bible says,
“Pray continually.”
As a wife, you can demonstrate selfless love by praying for your husband regularly.
Prayer is a powerful tool for strengthening your marriage and deepening your faith. When you pray for your husband, you ask God to bless him, protect him, and guide him in all aspects of his life. You also ask God to help you love, respect, and serve your husband in a way that honours Him. When you pray for your husband regularly, you invite God into your marriage, and you demonstrate your commitment to loving your husband selflessly.
5. Encourage Your Husband Often #
In 1 Thessalonians 5:11, the Bible says,
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”
As a wife, you can demonstrate selfless love by encouraging your husband continually.
Encouragement means speaking words of affirmation, appreciation, and support to your husband on a regular basis. It means recognizing his strengths, praising his accomplishments, and offering words of comfort and encouragement during difficult times. When you encourage your husband continually, you build his confidence, strengthen your bond, and show him the kind of selfless love that Christ demonstrates for us.
6. Serve Your Husband Joyfully #
In Colossians 3:23-24, the Bible says,
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
As a wife, you can demonstrate selfless love by serving your husband joyfully.
Serving your husband means meeting his needs, supporting his goals, and caring for him in practical ways. It means cooking his favourite meals, doing household chores together, and making time for activities that he enjoys. When you serve your husband joyfully, you show him the kind of sacrificial love that Christ demonstrated for us, and you honour your marriage vows to love and cherish him.
7. Forgive Your Husband Freely #
In Colossians 3:13, the Bible says,
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
As a wife, you can demonstrate selfless love by forgiving your husband freely.
Forgiveness means letting go of anger, bitterness, and resentment, and choosing to forgive your husband for his mistakes and shortcomings. It means extending the same kind of grace and mercy to your husband that Christ has extended to us. When you forgive your husband freely, you release the burden of past hurts, and you create a spirit of forgiveness and reconciliation in your marriage.
Conclusion #
Living selflessly with your husband is a daily choice to love, honour, and serve him, just as Christ has loved and served us. By following these seven biblical principles and Christian wisdom, you can build a marriage that reflects the selfless love of Christ and brings glory to God.
By living selflessly with your husband, you can enjoy the differences between you and your husband, and create a marriage that is grounded in the love, grace, and mercy of Christ.
Let Us Pray #
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you with grateful hearts, thanking you for the gift of marriage and the opportunity to love and serve our spouses. We pray for your guidance and wisdom as we seek to live selflessly with our husbands and put their needs before our own. Help us to communicate with love and understanding, to sacrifice for one another, to trust in your plan for our lives, and to offer forgiveness when needed. May our marriages be a reflection of your covenant-keeping love for us, and may we always seek to honour you in our relationships. We ask for your blessings and protection over our marriages, and we trust in your faithfulness to sustain us through every season. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Blessings,
