Day 1: Genesis 1-2

This is Day 1 in my Daily Walk Journey. I'm following along with Your Daily Walk, by Bruce H. Wilkinson. Today's reading was about The Six Days of Creation.

Chapter 1: "Six Days through a Telescope"
Chapter 2: "Sixth Day through a Microscope"

The heart of today's passage lies in Genesis 2:4-25.

As Creator, God designed every part of this world and all the creatures in it with a purpose. He has a greater picture in mind than we can see in this moment.

After creating Adam, God said, "It is not good the for man to be alone; I will make him a helper suitable for him." Then God caused Adam to fall into a deep sleep. Then He took one of Adam's ribs and created a woman that Adam later named Eve. God designed men and women to leave their own families to unite with each other.

Part of my devotional asked me to write down answers to the following phrase: "By God's design, I am..." I could only come up with two answers. First, we are created in God's image. Secondly, I am meant to be a helper to my husband. After that, I was stumped.

The book suggested several verses to come up with other specific ways God has designed us. The verses are:
Psalm 139:14
1 Corinthians 11:3
Ephesians 2:10
Ephesians 5:21-:9
Titus 2:14

After reading those verses, I concluded that "By God's Design, I am..."
1. Fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14)
2. God is the head of man, and man is the head of the woman and the entire household (1 Corinthians 11:3)
3. We are created for good works (Ephesians 2:10)
4. Wives are meant to submit to their husbands, husbands are to love their wives as themselves, and wives are to respect their husbands (Ephesians 5:21-6:9)
5. We are redeemed by Jesus Christ, purified, and should be zealous for good works (Titus 2:14)

I know that a lot of people are offended by the idea that women must be subservient to their husbands. I can admit that it sometimes rubs me the wrong way as well. However, I do believe that men are natural leaders of the household. And although I think it's fair to have discussions and make decisions together, I also know it's important for wives to respect their husbands. The subservient nature should come from a place of love and deep respect. As a wife, I know that I want nothing more than to feel like my husband truly loves me.

My own conclusion for today:
God created everything (including men and women) with a purpose. We compliment each other and are meant to create a strong union as the basis for starting a family. God gives us advice to help guide us in our daily lives. If we follow God's advice, we should see a better harmony in our relationship with our spouses.

Disclaimer: These are just my thoughts and insights from my own time studying the Bible. I am not trying to teach, instruct, or push my thoughts on others. Please feel free to share your own thoughts and opinions.