Who is Responsible?

God not only tells husbands to be the Spiritual leaders of their home, He holds them responsible. Last time we looked at the fall of man, and we saw that it was to Eve that Satan came. Satan tempted Eve, and Eve succombed to that temptation - all with Adam standing by and watching. She was the first to eat of the forbidden fruit, while Adam followed her lead. The Bible tells us that Eve was deceived, but Adam wasn't. Adam knowingly followed Eve into this first sin. But surprisingly, God doesn't hold Eve responsible, He holds Adam responsible. Yes, she ate first, but God had placed Adam in charge. The buck stops with him. He is held responsible for the fall.

1st Corinthians 15:21-22 shows this, "For since by man came death, by man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ all shall be made alive." It is in Adam we die, not Eve. Even though Eve sinned first, God doesn't hold her responsible for the fall - God holds Adam responsible. God had made Adam the head of his home.

Likewise, God holds husbands responsible for their homes as the head of the family. He holds the husband accountable for his wife's spiritual life and spiritual well being. Husbands, whether you act like the head of your home or not, God will hold you accountable. You, not your wife, will one day have to stand before God and give an account for the spiritual health of your family. What takes place in your home is your responsibility.

But since Adam, men have typically done the same thing that Adam did. they have relinquished the spiritual leadership of their homes to their wives. Husbands have failed to fight for the spiritual purity of their families. If you are a husband, don't let that be said of you. Take your rightful place as the head of your home and lead your family spiritually.