Seek the things that are above (verse 1) Set your mind on Heavenly things (verse 2) Put to death what is earthly in you (verses 5-9) Put on the new self, being renewed in the knowledge of God (verse 10) Live with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience (verse 12) Forgive one another, just as Christ forgave you (verse 13) Put on love (verse 14) … Continue reading 12 Obligations of the Christian Life – Colossians 3:1-17
The following is an edited transcript of the audio. By John Piper The Bible draws a connection between the home and the church. Just as there is a role distinction at home where the husband is called to lead the family, there is also one at church. At home men are proving their fitness to be elders, and at church they are the ones who … Continue reading Should Women Become Pastors?
“Marriage Is For Making Children….Disciples of Jesus. There is a double meaning in that title that I hope will help you remember the point. Marriage is for making children – that is, procreation. Having babies. This is not the main meaning of marriage. But it is an important one and a biblical one. But then I add the words “disciples of Jesus.” Marriage is for … Continue reading How Absolute is the Duty to Procreate?
