WHY WAS THE WOMAN CREATED?
Genesis 2:20-22
And Adam gave names to all cattle, and to the fowl of the air, and to every beast of the field; but for Adam there was not found an help meet for him.
And the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall upon Adam, and he slept: and he took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh instead thereof;
And the rib, which the Lord God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man.
The woman was taken out of the man and then brought back to him so he could have a companion that was like him and not like the animals.
This is an indication that the woman competes the man since a rib which was a part of him was taken out from him. After the rib was taken out, God closed up the flesh. The fashion and design which we call woman today was designed by God himself to become a companion for Adam.
In verse 20 God recognizes the need of Adam. The process is magnificent. Adam was not involved in the process. As a matter of fact God allowed a deep sleep to fall upon Adam, and while he slept God took one of his ribs. The design which God formed was a suitable help meet for Him.
TODAY'S FOCUS: HELP MEET
The above scripture denotes that Adam was alone in comparison to the other creatures that God had made so God made him an help meet.
Let's discuss a few things:
- What do you think the term, "help meet" means?
- In what areas should she provide help?
- Are there limits in what a woman should do or shouldn't do?
- How does a woman complete a man? (write a brief summary)
Do you think that many of the problems that people face in marriages today is because people no longer value the principles outlined?
As you engage in the discussion, please base your answers on scriptural values and the true purpose that God intended. We are aware that cultural differences, society and modern times have altered the structure, but what God says will always stand regardless of men theories.
Remember, God designed the woman to be a help meet for the man. She should at all times remember that she was taken out of the man and formed with a part of him. Culture and the world status does not define the purpose but God's word. Regardless of your circumstances do not alter the word. That 's why it's important to follow God's instructions in choosing a mate. In that way you can serve the purpose you were created to fulfill.
God Bless you and Keep the Faith!
Virtuous Jewel
Is there a limit in what a woman should or shouldn't do. This can be very controversial. But in order to answer this I will say no.
ReplyDeleteThe word help meet in this context means SUITED. A help SUITED a for this man. How can two walk together unless they agree.
ReplyDeleteShe should provide help in every area.
A woman does not complete a man. "For in Him (God) we are complete. "This is the reason why there are so many disfunctional marriages today. This is not a man vs a woman topic because I do not believe a man completes a woman either. A woman compliment's a man. You help to bring out or birth that which has already been deposited in him, by praying for and with him, encouraging him, nurturing him. Ladies you are not his better half. Nor do you bring 50 and he bring 50 to the table. Bring your whole self. But in order to do this you have to know who you are.
Thanks for your comment in defining Suited. Indeed it takes two whole individuals to make the union complete. Two halves make one not twain! Yes, indeed you must know who you are. A half person is not complete nor do they know who they are because parts are missing.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment in defining Suited. Indeed it takes two whole individuals to make the union complete. Two halves make one not twain! Yes, indeed you must know who you are. A half person is not complete nor do they know who they are because parts are missing.
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