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The Wife’s Domain
Here we are again for another installment of The Excellent Wife. We have reached Chapter 8, “Home: The Wife’s Domain.” It is divided into two parts: 1) A Worker at Home, and 2) Creating a Godly Atmosphere in the Home. Before I get into a summary and sharing my thoughts on this chapter, I want…
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A Wife’s Heart
I apologize for being so late with my post today. Circumstances just didn’t work according to my plan this week. I haven’t felt well. And I’m not sure my meds are helping. That sounds all kinds of serious, doesn’t it? “My meds.” HA! OK, now I’m sounding ridiculous. If this is an indicator of things…
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The Wife’s Role
This week’s discussion of The Excellent Wife focuses on chapter 6, “A Wife’s Understanding of Her Role, God’s Perfect Plan.” Summary1. Men and women are created in the image of God.One way we can bear His image is by fulfilling the tasks He has given us. Martha Peace does not give much explanation other than…
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Benefits of Writing a Letter of Reproof
Chapter 5 of The Excellent Wife focuses on receiving and giving a biblical reproof to one’s spouse. The thing to keep in mind is the purpose of giving the rebuke — sanctification and the glory of God. Motive matters. Delivering a rebuke to my husband so that I can “get something off my chest,” under…
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God’s Purpose for Marriage
This week we turn to Chapter 5 of The Excellent Wife. Before I get started, though, I need to announce the winner of Do Hard Things by the Alex and Brett Harris and the reading group bookmarklet. Drum roll, please. Melissa at Breath of Life! I know she’ll be excited since she has been on…
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