Don’t say you were never invited. A Penn State researcher is asking supporters of marriage to fill out a survey on the definition of marriage and media coverage of the issue. The survey seeks to expose how Americans define marriage.
We thought that the readers of BtT might have an opinion on this issue., in which case you are invited to share your opinions by Nov. 11. Click here to take the survey, or copy and paste … [Read More]
Are You a Supporter of “One-Woman, One-Man” Marriage?
Adultery Nation
Doug Baker has written an important blog post for Patheos titled “Adultery Nation.” This is one of the critical issues facing our churches and the wider culture today. With almost every passing month, I learn of another Christian (and often a fellow minister) who has either engaged in adultery or is the victim of adultery. Families are being destroyed, ministries are being forfeited, and trust is being shattered.
As Doug hauntingly notes,
Adultery is the enemy of … [Read More]
The Manhattan Declaration: A Call of Christian Conscience
Last Friday a document titled “The Manhattan Declaration: A Call of Christian Conscience” was released to the public. According to the press release, “The 4,700-word declaration issues a clarion call to Christians to adhere to their convictions and informs civil authorities that the signers will not – under any circumstance – abandon their Christian consciences” (emphasis in original). The declaration was drafted by Robert George, Timothy George, and Chuck Colson and signed by more than … [Read More]
Norman Jameson on Marrying Young
The recent Christianity Today article “The Case for Early Marriage” is getting a lot of buzz online. Norman Jameson has some good thoughts on this topic in a recent editorial for the Biblical Recorder. His conclusion:
Does [American culture's] stance tell our young people that we value independence and financial security more than we value the “holy union” of matrimony? One of the arguments I hear against marrying “young” is that the man or the woman … [Read More]
Biblical Marriage in a Broken World, Part 4
Portrait of a Redeemed Husband
Male bashing has been a favorite American sport for some time now. It is epitomized by a cover story in Time magazine dated February 14, 1994. On the cover you will see the body of a man with the head of a pig. The lead story for that Valentine’s edition was entitled, “Are Men Really That Bad?” The gist of the article was “yes they are.” Give them your heart and … [Read More]
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Biblical Marriages in a Broken World, Part 3
Portrait of a Redeemed Wife, Part 2
I believe a wife can be a blessing to her husband and honor him as the Church honors Christ by giving him five specific gifts of love.
1) Show him admiration.
Work to understand and appreciate your husband’s value and achievements as his wife. Remind him of his capabilities and gifts and help him maintain his walk with God. Be proud of your husband, not out of duty, but as an … [Read More]
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Biblical Marriages In A Broken World, Part 2
Portrait of a Redeemed Wife
In Ephesians 5:21-24, 33 Paul instructs the godly, redeemed wife. His words, both to her and her husband, should be read in the greater context of the entire chapter, especially verses 1-2, 8-9, 15-20. Two guidelines for marriage are set before her. First, she should honor her husband with her submission (vs. 21-24) and secondly she should honor her husband with respect (v. 33).
Submission is an attitude that leads to action. … [Read More]
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Biblical Marriages in a Broken World, Part 1
Portrait of a Redeemed Marriage
I believe one of God’s greatest gifts this side of heaven is marriage and family. I believe they are good gifts from a great God. My wife Charlotte and I have been married for more than 30 years and we have loved each and every minute. We have had our good days and our bad days like every couple, but our life together has truly been a blessing from the Lord. … [Read More]
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When Christ is Lord of Your Home, Part 1
WHEN CHRIST IS LORD OF YOUR HOME
By Danny and Charlotte Akin
On May 27, 1978 we began a great journey together. From the start we had a commitment both to the permanence of marriage and the Lordship of Jesus Christ. We could never have imagined then where God would take us and what all He would allow us to experience. We have been blessed with four wonderful sons, 3 beautiful daughters-in-law, 2 grandchildren and a 3rd … [Read More]
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