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Lasting Gain from Living by the Bible as a FamilyThe Watchtower—1975 | March 1
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14. What is the Scriptural role of a wife?
14 Regarding the role of wives, the Bible states: “Be in subjection to your own husbands, in order that, if any are not obedient to the word, they may be won without a word through the conduct of their wives,
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Lasting Gain from Living by the Bible as a FamilyThe Watchtower—1975 | March 1
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15. How might a wife show her subjection, and what benefits may she reap thereby?
15 A wife seeking to comply with this Scriptural counsel will consult her husband on vital matters—major purchases, employment offers and the like—before acting on them. She will strive to know his mind on things and handle family affairs in a way that she knows will be agreeable with him. By doing this, she will gain much. Her husband will not feel any need to lay down rules for her in an attempt to control unwise actions. She will have his confidence and trust, permitting her to use her capabilities and initiative to the full in caring for the family.—Prov. 31:11-31.
16. What benefits may come to a wife who heeds the Bible’s counsel despite her husband’s disregard for it?
16 Wifely subjection may not always be easy, especially if the husband is inconsiderate, unreasonable and even shirks responsibility. One thing is certain, however; the situation will not get better if the wife tries to assume headship, constantly nags or criticizes her husband and expects him to do things far beyond his capabilities. (Prov. 21:9, 19; 27:15, 16) Rather than “blowing up” over some neglect of his, a wife will have far better results by trying to encourage her husband and maintaining calmness and an even temper under trying circumstances. Her “quiet and mild spirit” may be just what is needed to cause him to think seriously about the way he is handling himself and to start making changes in his life. Even though progress may be very slow, a wife who applies the Bible’s counsel gains.
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