Created in god’s image – the foundation of enduring freedom!
In this reflection, it's asserted that human dignity and liberty are rooted in the biblical belief that we are made in God's image, and this idea, integral to the formation of the U.S. government, imparts inherent worth to individuals, independent from the state, necessitating lives of service to others, affirmed through Christ's sacrificial acts, thereby assuring both temporal and eternal freedom.
The Joy Of Marriage
The author shares a humorous anecdote from his time as a missionary in a Cree village to illustrate the importance of partnership in marriage, underscoring that joy in marriage is derived from seeing it as God's act, committing to it willingly, even during tough times, and loving one's spouse selflessly, mirroring Christ's love for the church.