Paul was very blunt is his describing the role a husband has in his home.
“Everyone should take care of their own people. Most important, they should take care of their own family. If they do not do that, then they do not accept what we believe. They are worse than someone who does not even believe in God.” (1 Timothy 5:8)
I know of husbands who do not take care of their own families. Some of them believe they have the right to treat their wives as slaves, as if it is her role to be his sex object and to have children. A man who takes on the role of husband is agreeing to the responsibility to love and take care of his wife as God instructs.
Becoming a husband is a huge responsibility. A husband’s role necessitates that he be near his wife. Too many times, a husband (or a wife) agrees to take a job which will mean they are far from their mate for months at a time. To live apart puts a big strain on the marriage. The separation causes sexual temptations. And how can a man be the head of his home if he is detached from it? Your body couldn’t exist if your head decided to move to a different place. Could a sheep farmer take care of his sheep if he lived far away from them for months at a time? If you should plan to take on the role of husband, be serious about it. It is the most important work you must do. It is greater than a job or money or friends.