Traditional marriage is still the best relational form for a woman to flourish. What I mean by traditional marriage is this: a woman marries "up." And by up, I mean a competent man who has his life together. He's disciplined in his finances, disciplined in his emotions, physically competent, and sexually self-disciplined (not watching porn … Continue reading Traditional Marriage and Women Flourishing
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A Theology of Sex and Gender (Part 6): The New Covenant and the Church
God created men and women in His image (Genesis 1:26-27). He also typically unites them in marriage for one lifetime under His rules (Genesis 2:18-24). Unfortunately, due to sin, all people now live in a corrupted world where they are sinners by nature and by choice. Naturally, the harmful effects of sin have infected and … Continue reading A Theology of Sex and Gender (Part 6): The New Covenant and the Church
Marriage is More Than Commitment
“Marriage isn’t about your happiness; it’s about your holiness.” “Marriage isn’t primarily about being ‘in love’; it’s about covenant-keeping.” Maybe you’ve heard something similar to those lines in a recent sermon/book/blog post on marriage. I have. In fact, I’ve said those very things in sermons. Yet, I think that it can be possible to push … Continue reading Marriage is More Than Commitment