Ephesians 5:24

God's Word

As the church is under Christ’s authority, so wives are under their husbands’ authority in everything.

Cross References

Exodus 23:13

“Be careful ⌞to do⌟ everything I told you. “Never mention the names of other gods or let them be heard on your lips.

Exodus 29:35

“Do this with Aaron and his sons exactly as I have commanded you. Take seven days to ordain them.

Luke 10:17

The 70 disciples came back very happy. They said, “Lord, even demons obey us when we use the power and authority of your name!”

Ephesians 5:23

The husband is the head of his wife as Christ is the head of the church. It is his body, and he is its Savior.

Ephesians 5:25

Husbands, love your wives as Christ loved the church and gave his life for it.

Ephesians 5:33

But every husband must love his wife as he loves himself, and wives should respect their husbands.

Colossians 3:20

Children, always obey your parents. This is pleasing to the Lord.

Colossians 3:22

Slaves, always obey your earthly masters. Don’t obey them only while you’re being watched, as if you merely wanted to please people. Be sincere in your motives out of respect for your real master.

Titus 2:7

Always set an example by doing good things. When you teach, be an example of moral purity and dignity.

Titus 2:9

Tell slaves who are believers to place themselves under their masters’ authority in everything they do. Tell them to please their masters, not to argue with them