Ephesians 5:29
The Scripture
(29) For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it, even as the Lord the church:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Paul gives instructions for marriage and sexual behavior, urging husbands to love their wives and wives to respect their husbands, and both to be united in love. He also addresses the relationship between believers, emphasizing mutual respect, love, and the importance of unity within the church.
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