# Connecting Statement:

Paul then gives some special instructions to wives, husbands, children, fathers, slaves, and masters.

# Wives, submit to

"Wives, obey"

# it is appropriate

"it is proper" or "it is right"

# do not be bitter against

"do not be harsh with" or "do not be angry toward"

# do not provoke your children

"do not needlessly make your children angry"