Although we may not long to be holy as much as we long to be hopeful (see last week’s sermon), the way Peter describes holiness in I Peter 1:13-2:3 shows how very beautiful and attractive it is, not only for us but also for everyone around us.
The Proverbs are both idealistic and realistic about marriage, showing us how it should be and helping us to get there.
Paul praised God the Father for choosing us and predestining us to be his children.
All of a sudden, in John 11:55-12:26, Jesus not only permitted but encouraged people publicly to recognize him as king. What had changed? What...