Ephesians 5:23

23 The husband provides leadership to his wife the way Christ does to his church, not by domineering but by cherishing.

Ephesians 5:23 In-Context

21 Out of respect for Christ, be courteously reverent to one another.
22 Wives, understand and support your husbands in ways that show your support for Christ.
23 The husband provides leadership to his wife the way Christ does to his church, not by domineering but by cherishing.
24 So just as the church submits to Christ as he exercises such leadership, wives should likewise submit to their husbands.
25 Husbands, go all out in your love for your wives, exactly as Christ did for the church - a love marked by giving, not getting.

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