Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives… Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.  1 Peter 3:1, 7 

Authority takes place within the home. Peter tells us that wives should submit to their husbands. But wait. Isn’t that old-fashioned and sexist? Surely, that doesn’t apply today. Does it? After all, women are just as capable as men.  As we look at the Bible we can see that men and women are equal in the sight of God. However, Peter explains that each has a different role within the marriage. We can see this in many earthly relationships and we also see it in God Himself.  God is three persons with one essence—Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We call this the Trinity. Each of the members of the Trinity has a different role, yet they are all God and perfect love exists between them. The Son and the Holy Spirit submit to the authority of the Father.  This is a wonderful illustration of marriage. By recognizing their roles and serving each other, the Trinity is complete. Submission to authority is not weakness. Rather, it is love. And by fulfilling our role we are showing Christ’s love.