From Ephesians 6:1-3, Proverbs 1:1-9, and Genesis 2:24, we put together an overall structure for parenting: the first stage of teaching first-time obedience, the second stage of teaching wisdom, and the third stage of independence. In every stage, both our children and we need to rely on God’s grace as the process exposes the bent of our hearts.
The church in Thessalonica not only followed worthy examples but also became one itself.
There are two basic principles that enable Christians with differing convictions on debatable matters to live together in harmony in the church.
The parable often called the Wheat and the Tares gives hope that one day all will be made right.
