 Image by □ Mabel Amber, who will one day from PixabayAlways remember that Kingdom citizens do not conform to the cultures of this world, which change with the wind. We are conformed only to God’s eternal Word, principles and commands. Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:2 NLT But for Adam there was not found a helper comparable to him. And the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall on Adam, and he slept; and He took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh in its place. Then the rib which the Lord God had taken from man He made into a woman, and He brought her to the man. Genesis 2:20b-22 Man was not created out of a woman, but woman was created from man. Ambassador Paul also spoke of this: For man is not from woman, but woman from man. Nor was man created for the woman, but woman for the man. 1 Corinthians 11:8-9 In this world system, there are many “romantic” songs that are sung concerning the woman. In some cases, they actually seem to worship the woman above the Lord God. I was once in that position. But those are people who fail to know the Lord. The more sensitive you become to the Holy Spirit—our Kingdom Governor—the more clearly you will see things that are wrong in your thinking and life. It is the only way we will be changed and conforming to God's Word. Adam wasn’t ignorant of who the woman was concerning himself. He made this statement: And Adam said: This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; She shall be called Woman, because she was taken out of Man.” Genesis 2:23 A wife that is Kingdom minded is submissive minded to God’s Constitution and to her husband; not subservient but submitted to the Holy Spirit and to understanding her husband’s responsibility in leading. What makes her unique is the fact that she always looks to be in right standing with the King. She has one allegiance and that is to the King and His Word. She submits to God’s Will and trusts her husband does also. Remember that the origin of the woman is that God created her out of man. She is who she is because of what God took out of the man; and mankind is a spirit because the Lord God is Spirit. And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being. Genesis 2:7 God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” John 4:26 Therefore, all of mankind must stay connected to the Lord God in order to have a spiritual life. The other day, Arlene and I were having a simple conversation concerning bacon. I like bacon but she cannot stand even the smell of it. I told her that sometimes she can be a “pain”. She replied, “You can too.” I mention that conversation because a man really can’t get upset about what his wife says or does because a Kingdom minded wife learns from her Kingdom minded husband! Do you recall what ambassador Paul stated to the Ephesians in God’s Constitution? So husbands ought to love their own wives as their own bodies; he who loves his wife loves himself. For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as the Lord does the church. For we are members of His body, of His flesh and of His bones. “For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” This is a great mystery, but I speak concerning Christ and the church. Nevertheless let each one of you in particular so love his own wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband. Ephesians 5:28-32 I realize that whatever I say to my wife, she learns; whatever I give her, she will nurture, grow and give back to me in far greater quantity! A husband should love and care for his wife as he would love and care for himself because she is unique and given to him as a true partner. For husbands, this means love your wives, just as Christ loved the church. He gave up His life for her to make her holy and clean, washed by the cleansing of God’s word. He did this to present her to Himself as a glorious church without a spot or wrinkle or any other blemish. Instead, she will be holy and without fault. In the same way, husbands ought to love their wives as they love their own bodies. For a man who loves his wife actually shows love for himself Ephesians 5:25-28 NLT Here is another reason that a Kingdom woman and wife is unique: She may be smarter and have more education, work a very prestigious job, and make more money than her husband. But in order for him to fulfill his role, she needs to submit to his leadership. A leader needs someone to follow him. Now how many women/wives—religious or worldly—do you know who would submit to that? It goes against our world’s culture. Also, far too many men have abdicated the leadership role because it comes with great responsibility! Read what ambassador Paul said to the Believers in Ephesus: And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. For wives, this means submit to your husbands as to the Lord. For a husband is the head of his wife as Christ is the head of the church. He is the Savior of His body, the church. As the church submits to Christ, so you wives should submit to your husbands in everything. Ephesians 5:21-24 NLT Kingdom wives and women are unique because they live by the King’s Word regardless of the situation. Her submission is an act of the will, a choice. A woman should submit to her husband not because the man says so, and not because society says so, but because of her purpose and her submitting to the will of the Lord God. In this way, she enables her husband to be a leader, thus fulfilling his purpose also. There is an evil spirit in this world that causes people to rebel against leadership and all authority. It says “You can’t tell me what to do.” We have all heard it, thought it or said it at some time and place. It is an epidemic in today’s world but we must work to drive it out of our life in God’s Kingdom. It has no place there. Some of you may be feeling this right now. We will either choose to embrace that thought or reject it. The Lord God always gives us the opportunity to choose. That rebellious attitude is rooted in pride. We are to humble ourselves as Jesus did. You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though He was God, He did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, He gave up His divine privileges; He took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When He appeared in human form, He humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross. Therefore, God elevated Him to the place of highest honor and gave Him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Philippians 2:5-8 NLT If we humble ourselves, He will exalt us in His time. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up. James 4:10 Always remember, a woman isn’t any “less” than her husband; however, for the Lord God’s purpose, it is her position to submit to his leadership. Do you know why most marriages and relationships in many societies aren’t working? It is because they refuse to accept their role and position. Also, it is because far too many people do not know the true meaning and responsibilities of being a leader. God’s Kingdom is one of very detailed order and structure. This world does not follow God’s order and structure. Even too many churches are out of God’s order! We in God’s Kingdom should seek to be in order with the Father. If we want to be in right standing and prospering in His Kingdom, we must follow His order and structure. I find that the greatest prayer I can pray is “Not my will Lord, but Yours!” in every situation. Remember, your faith in the Lord God’s Word is your greatest asset in His Kingdom. All scriptures are NKJV unless noted W.R. Luchie www.kingdomcitizens.org |
