The Daily Truth: Here To Help - Daily Devotions For Marriage
Day 2: Here To Help - Daily Devotions For Marriage
Day 2: Here To Help
"It is not good for the man to be alone; I will make him a helper suitable for him."
— Genesis 2:18
Reflection:
In Genesis, we see God's beautiful design for marriage—where man and woman were created as equal partners with distinct, complementary roles. The woman, as a helper, doesn’t signify inferiority or secondary importance, but rather, a vital role in God’s purpose for both husband and wife. God created the woman from Adam’s side, not from his head to rule over him, nor from his feet to be trampled by him. She was created as an equal partner, walking alongside him in their shared mission.
The word "helper" in Genesis 2:18 is the Hebrew word ezer, and it’s important to understand its true meaning. In the Bible, ezer is not a term of subordination but of strength, aid, and empowerment. Interestingly, while it is used to describe women in this context, it’s more often used to describe God Himself. God is our ezer, our helper, who strengthens us when we are weak, fights our battles, and provides for us in ways we cannot provide for ourselves. As a wife, you are called to be a helper in the same way—strengthening and empowering your husband as you walk together in God's purposes for your family.
Just as God helped the Israelites conquer Jericho, part the Red Sea, and multiply the loaves and fish, wives are called to help their husbands in similar ways. You are not called to be passive but active partners, leading together in faith, and empowering each other to fulfil God's purposes for your family.
This role is not up for debate—it is part of God's design for marriage. Without you, your husband cannot fully fulfill his purpose. Without women stepping into their roles, marriages struggle, and families and homes lack the strength they need to thrive.
Practical Application:
Today, take a moment to reflect on how you are embracing your role as a wife. Are you a helper to your husband, encouraging him, and empowering him in his role? Are you offering him your support in the same way God offers us His support? Embrace your calling as a leader and a helper in your marriage, and encourage your husband to step fully into his role too. Recognize that your differences are not a source of frustration but a reflection of God's unique design for your marriage. Celebrate what God is doing in your marriage and support each other in the journey ahead.
Prayer:
Father, thank You for the beautiful design of marriage that You created, where husband and wife are equal partners with distinct roles. Help me to embrace my calling as a helper and leader in my marriage. Empower me to encourage, strengthen, and support my husband as we walk together in Your purpose. Give me the wisdom to celebrate our differences and work together as a team. May our marriage bring glory to You as we fulfil Your calling. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Sermon Quote:
"If you refuse to accept and embrace your God-given role as a helper, you are not just affecting yourself: you rob your husband of becoming all he is called to be. You rob your marriage of its ability to thrive. You rob yourself of walking in your God-given purpose. You rob God of the glory He receives when you live as He created you to be."
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Grace and Peace,
Will
Pastor
Ridgeway Community Church, Didcot.