Lecture Notes: Five Roles of a Biblical Wife

Speaker: Lana Savchuk

Introduction

• Discussion on five roles of a biblical wife based on the Word of God.
• Acknowledges not being an expert but sharing personal insights.

Role 1: Partner in Ruling Creation

• Reference: Genesis 1:27-30
  • God created male and female in His image, equally.
  • Both given dominion over earth and creatures.
• Emphasizes partnership; not about ruling over each other.
• Woman created from man's rib symbolizing protection and love, not dominance.

Role 2: Helper to Her Husband

• Reference: Genesis 2:20
  • Eve created as a helper for Adam.
• Hebrew term "Ezer" used for helper, also refers to God.
  • Being a helper is honorable, not diminishing.

Role 3: Crown of Her Husband

• Reference: Proverbs 12:4
  • A good wife is a crown, not a manipulative neck.
• Cultural vs. scriptural views on manipulation.
• Importance of honoring husbands, avoiding constant criticism.
  • Honor and respect as primary needs of men.

Role 4: Submission to Her Husband

• References: 1 Peter 3:1, Ephesians 5:22-24
  • Wives to submit to their own husbands.
• Submission does not imply inferiority.
  • Equated to military rank, not worth.
• Submission in the Bible is voluntary and within the order of family.
• Christ’s submission to God as a model.

Role 5: Builder of Her Home

• Reference: Proverbs 14:1
  • A wise woman builds her house, not just her career.
• Titus 2:4-5 encourages homemaking as a value.
• Statistics on working mothers and benefits of being a stay-at-home mom.
  • Increased child performance, less stress, greater involvement.
  • Encouragement for stay-at-home parenting if possible.

Conclusion

• Encouragement for women to evaluate their roles.
• Acknowledgment of different circumstances (e.g., single mothers).
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These notes summarize the key points from Lana Savchuk's talk on the roles of a biblical wife, focused on scriptural interpretation and practical advice.