This message focuses on the unpopular practice of corrective discipline of children. Whilst some may be skeptical about the role of physical discipline, God shows us His wisdom and purpose in discipline. As we consider Hebrews12 and various texts from Proverbs, may parents be encouraged to lovingly discipline their children for the glory of God.
There are many competing ideas of what makes a good parent and what should shape family priorities. In Scripture, it is clear that God’s priorities rise over and above the various opinions of man. This message helps us understand how we can honour God and be faithful parents to our children. It also enables those…
Women are faced with many pressures to succeed and perform in various spheres of life. Proverbs 31 reminds us what is pleasing to God and the character of a woman who fears the Lord.
Submission is a dirty word in a world idolising independence and skeptical of God given authority. But without submission, we’d be left with chaos and we wouldn’t have the gospel. In this message, we’ll see what biblical submission is in general and the specific call to women in marriages.
Headship is a contentious doctrine due to misunderstandings about equality and also abuse of power. That said, headship is necessary in salvation and also in marriage according to Ephesians 5. Husbands are not to be heavy handed, but demonstrate loving headship as Christ is the loving head of the church. What does this practically look…
In some circles, it is hard to answer the question “What is a woman?” Thankfully, God’s Word is clear that women are female image bearers of God. Women are equal in identity, value and dignity but also have a high calling to help and to promote life.
There are many models of masculinity in the world but the Bible reminds us that all men found in Adam sin and fall short of the glory of God. The perfect God-Man, Jesus Christ, shows us what true mature manhood looks like. Are we men who lead through sacrificial service?
After God created humanity, he tasked them to be fruitful and multiply, fill and subdue the earth. He also placed man in a garden to work and keep it. What can we learn about the nature of work, difficulties and the gospel from these portions of the Bible?