NRG Radio Presenter Atieno has expressed her views on the topic of women submitting to men and what the Bible says about submission. According to Atieno, the Bible is clear in stating that a woman should be a helper to her husband and should be submissive to him. In contrast, she also emphasized that men have a responsibility to provide for and love their wives.
Atieno strongly believes that a man should work hard to provide for his family, and she expressed that she cannot submit to a man who lacks financial stability. In her words, “If you are not providing me with what I need, if you are not doing all that and if you don’t have any money, I cannot submit to you. I submit to money; if you have no money, there is no submission. I don’t care what the Bible says or what you believe in. I cannot submit to you if you don’t have money.”
Some of her fans shared their opinions on the matter. One fan commented that while money is essential, they would rather submit to a man’s character and personality, the respect he shows them, and how he values and treats them as an individual. They believe that whether the man is trying or wealthy, he will treat them well with his money if they are valued and respected.
Another fan expressed concern about this generation’s focus on money rather than the person. They feel that love should be based on more than just financial status.
There was also a comment suggesting that for a woman to fully submit to a man, the man must succeed in three areas: age, money, and level of education. However, it’s important to note that generalizing submission based on these factors can be problematic and may not apply universally.
As for my thoughts, I believe that relationships should be built on mutual respect, trust, and understanding. While financial stability is undoubtedly important for a stable and comfortable life, it should not be the sole determinant of whether a woman submits to a man or vice versa. Submission should not be coerced or based solely on external factors like money or education level. Instead, it should be a voluntary choice made by both partners to support and complement each other in their shared journey through life. Ultimately, the foundation of a healthy relationship lies in the love, care, and emotional connection between two individuals, not just material possessions or societal expectations.
