Cultivating a Healthy Marriage with Tim Keller

Marriage as Completion: Gender Roles (Part 2)

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Aug 13, 2024
This discussion dives into the complexities of gender roles in marriage, balancing personal experiences with biblical teachings from Ephesians. It highlights the concept of mutual submission and the complementary nature of husbands and wives. Exploring authority dynamics, the speakers emphasize love over power, urging couples to foster unity and emotional connection. They examine the biblical model of Christ and the church, reflecting on how deep relationships can enhance personal growth and spiritual fulfillment in married life.
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INSIGHT

Meaning of "Headship"

  • The word "head" in Ephesians 5 implies both completion and authority within marriage.
  • Husband and wife complete each other, reflecting God's image together.
INSIGHT

Two Modalities

  • Male and female reflect God's image in two distinct modalities, not individually.
  • This concept is becoming increasingly controversial in modern society.
ANECDOTE

Different Approaches to Emotions

  • Tim Keller shares a personal anecdote about differing approaches to emotions with his wife, Kathy.
  • Kathy questions his delayed emotional processing, highlighting differences in their experiences.
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