purity
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Idolization of Family and a Better Hope
There are seasons when my feelings on how Christians view the family are in an uproar. God said to be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth. He promised Abraham innumerable descendants. Jesus said to make disciples of all nations. I think it’s safe to say that God wants a big, diverse spiritual family. He Continue reading
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I’m Sorry: an apology for what was (or was not) said about marriage
Husbands and wives: I’m sorry. I’m sorry if the model and idea of marriage was served to you with cynicism. I’m sorry if the divorce rate was described more like an unstoppable monster than a statistic that bows before the hand of God. I’m sorry if Christian marriage was described more often as two sinners Continue reading
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Dear sister, daughter, friend: I’m sorry
Sweet Girl: I’m sorry. I’m sorry for how you were not told about the significance of your sexuality apart from marriage. I’m sorry for when it’s been implied that your sexuality is dirty before marriage and is only redeemed by the positive influence it may have on your possible future husband. I’m sorry for when Continue reading
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When “Purity” Is At the Expense of Holiness
I’m not going to beat around the bush: Sometimes we use “purity” and avoiding “temptation” as a cop out to avoid doing the deeper work required to be in fellowship with the Body of Christ. Pursuing sexual purity is not how we get – or stay – in relationship with God. [moment of huge relief!!] Continue reading
The Worth Of Knowing 