Spiritual abuse happens when God’s Word is used to control instead of to love. But the Bible’s true blueprint for family is mutual care under Christ.In this message, Pastor Roderick Webster explains the heart of Ephesians 5:22–23 and 1 Corinthians 7:4–5, showing how Scripture calls husbands and wives to serve one another in reverence for Christ. God’s order is not about dominance but about divine balance—authority that protects, submission that honors, and love that heals.You’ll learn:• The difference between biblical leadership and control• How “submission” is mutual in God’s design• Why Christlike love always uplifts, never oppresses• How to heal from manipulation and fear📖 Ephesians 5:22–23; 1 Corinthians 7:4–5🙏 Watch, reflect, and share this devotion to help restore God’s love to every home.#SpiritualAbuse #ChristianMarriage #SpeakLife #PastorRoderickWebster #BibleDevotion0:00 — A Morning of PraiseGiving thanks for God’s mercy, grace, and a new day.0:36 — “Oh, How I Love Jesus”Reflecting on Frederick Whitfield’s hymn and the call to love one another.1:09 — The Family Under StrainIntroducing the “Married and Miserable” series and hidden struggles at home.2:19 — What Is Spiritual Abuse?Explaining the concept and why it’s often overlooked.3:17 — When Scripture Is Used to ControlHow some spouses twist Bible verses like Ephesians 5 and 1 Corinthians 7.4:35 — When Faith Becomes a WeaponMisusing verses to manipulate or demand submission.5:05 — Denying Spiritual FreedomForcing someone to accept or reject a religion against their conscience.5:51 — “Can Two Walk Together Except They Be Agreed?”Why unity of faith matters before marriage.6:21 — Making Others Feel Guilty Through ReligionHow guilt and pressure destroy peace in a relationship.6:53 — The Miserable Marriage ExampleIllustrating forced religion—Baptist, Jehovah’s Witness, Muslim—without agreement.7:44 — When Unity Becomes CoercionTrying to “make” a spouse follow your beliefs.8:10 — God’s True Blueprint: Mutual SubmissionEphesians 5:21—“Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.”9:05 — Preview: Economic AbuseNext devotion’s topic and closing encouragement.9:24 — Prayer for MarriagesA prayer for God to be the center of every relationship.