Some branches of Christianity believe strongly identify with a tight social hierarchy. God->Man->Woman. Married women are to submit to their husbands. Unmarried women are subjects of their fathers.

That’s why traditionally Kings were always coronated by bishops and linked to the church. There was an implicit endorsement by god. Today, churches with these types of philosophies are a key part of republican get out the vote movements. That’s why politicians kowtow to people like Falwell.