A submissive wife must never forget: choosing to submit does not mean accepting abuse. Submission is a sacred act of trust, not a license for cruelty. A husband’s authority is God-given, but so is his command to love his wife and not be harsh with her. Authority and abuse are not the same. A godly husband leads with compassion, humility, and strength, not with fear or domination. If you are being mistreated mentally, emotionally, or physically, know that this is not biblical leadership. Submission thrives only in the soil of love and safety.