The Respectful Wife

13 Wive in 13 Days...Wives of the Bible

Wife #11

This wife challenges me to the core.

When I think about all that she endured I can't help but shed a few tears because of her heartache and pain.

She was the talk of the town.  Her good name was being smeared.

Her man didn't initially want to marry her because of rumors, lies, and misunderstandings.  I would imagine that must have broke her heart.

But he took her as his wife because the Lord told him to do so.

Although her marriage started off a little rocky and rather unique, she followed her man, nonetheless. 

Regardless of her circumstances, she had a surrendered spirit; seeking to please her Father above all others.

This dear wife based her life on faith, not logic. 

Who is she?

She's Mary, wife of Joseph.

The Wife Who Wasn't a Doormat

13 Wives in 13 Days...Wives of the Bible

Wife #10

Her husband was a ruler.

She was fearful of him.

She needed to stand up for what was right.

Even if it meant her death.

Who is this wife?

She is Esther.

The Enticing Wife

13 Wives in 13 Days...Wives of the Bible Series

Wife #9

She's insecure with her outer appearance.  (I love her already!)

She let's her husband sexually delight in her.

She sexually delights in her man.

But then she rejects him.   Later, she realizes she's made a mistake so she goes after him.

So who is she?

She's the Shulamite Woman, also known as Solomon's Wife.

The Wife Who Didn't Nag, But Could Have

13 Wives in 13 Days...Wives of the Bible Series

Wife #8

Her spirit was disturbed.

She knew something wasn't right.

She shared her thoughts and concerns with her man but he didn't heed her concern and warning.

So who is she?

She's Pontius Pilate's Wife.

The Submissive Wife & a Marital Oneness Monday Link Up

13 Wive in 13 Days...Wives of the Bible Series

Wife #7

I love this wife.

She was bold.

She was strong and willing to go against family, friends, customs and traditions.

Yet, she submitted to her husband.

What?  She submitted?  Did she lose her mind?

Why would any woman willingly submit to their husband?

Hmmm, perhaps she knew something about submission that others didn't.

Who is this wife?

She is Elizabeth, the wife of Zacharias.

In my book, she is one Godly woman to emulate!

The Wife Who Placed a Higher Priority On Motherhood vs. Her Marriage

13 Wives in 13 Days...Wives of the Bible Series

Wife #6

If you have children, then you'll most likely relate to this wife on some level.

She was one busy lady raising two rambunctious boys; so rambunctious she felt like a battle was taking place within her womb while she was pregnant.  Yes, she was carrying twins.

She made some poor decisions as she raised them, so much so, that her favorite son followed her deceptive ways.

She had more loyalty towards her offspring than her husband.

So who is this wife?

She's Rebekah.

The Contentious and Jealous Wife

13 Wives in 13 Days...Wives of the Bible Series

Wife #5

I so get this woman.

Controlling.

Jealous.

Discontent.

Most wives can identify with her, unless of course you're a dead wife!

So who is this woman?

She's Sarai. (You might know her as Sarah, but today she is Sarai.  I'll introduce Sarah to you later in the series.)

There's much we can learn from Sarai so we're going to spend quite a bit of time with her today.