Literary flourishes and Christian Hedonism: the pretty ribbon round John Piper’s pietistic asceticism (part 1)

Peter Masters' article Christian Hedonism — Is it Right? — which is worth reading in full — includes this gem: Dr Piper is particularly noted for passionate communication. Those who know him say that his entire heart is in what he teaches. He is clearly no mere 'performer'. He writes and preaches with a distinctive and compelling… Continue reading Literary flourishes and Christian Hedonism: the pretty ribbon round John Piper’s pietistic asceticism (part 1)

Biblical Divorce for Abuse explained in a nutshell

Physical abuse, and indeed any pattern of power and control used by one spouse against the other, even if the conduct does not include physical abuse, is grounds for divorce. Why? Because if a person is not willing to live as a spouse should live in a marriage — showing basic respect for their partner… Continue reading Biblical Divorce for Abuse explained in a nutshell