Marriage Mirrors the Messiah

Marriage is a mirror that reflects Christ’s love for the Church—a sacred design meant to reveal the mystery of the gospel. Like any mirror, it can expose flaws and imperfections, making marriage not just about companionship, but about sanctification. In Ephesians 5, Paul presents a countercultural vision of submission and headship—often misunderstood, but deeply rooted in Christlike love and sacrifice. Husbands are called to lay down their lives as Christ did, and wives to submit out of reverence for the Lord, not compulsion. Though we fall short, our hope isn’t in each other’s perfection, but in Christ, who faithfully redeems and restores broken mirrors.