That means a husband’s headship should carry the weight of love. He is responsible for the spiritual tone, safety, direction, and care of the home. He does not get to demand honour while refusing sacrifice.

A funny thing happens when people talk about the Proverbs 31 woman. They often picture her folding laundry with one hand, baking sourdough with the other, teaching children Latin, and somehow looking peaceful enough to be on a candle label. But the actual passage is far more grounded, and frankly, far more exciting. She buys property. She plants a vineyard. She trades goods. She manages a household. She cares for the poor. She speaks with wisdom. She builds wealth witho