Even though the original design of male leadership was marred by sin, it is restored in Christ. In Him we learn godly leadership, and the church exhibits godly submission, becoming a signpost of God’s will for male leadership.

The church is the means and the end of discipleship on earth. This purpose of our Lord was meant to include, not exclude, women. This was Jesus’ way and it was also the way of His apostles. Paul followed this same pattern and directs women to be leaners (disciples), not teachers.

As the planets orbit the sun, so we order ourselves around our object of worship, the Lord. He is the radiant sun and we the muted planets; He the center, we the periphery. We spotlight the God of majesty, and fade into the background. His glory sparkles and shines like jewels on the crown.

Instead of the offerings and ceremonies of the old covenant which were a shadow of the good things to come in Christ, the church as God’s redeemed community is to draw near to God with holy hands and good works.

Even though His word is enough and He needs no witnesses to prove His character, God nonetheless demonstrated His grace to all men at the cross.

The heart of God seeks the salvation of the lost. Paul reminds us of three gospel convictions that reinforce this compassion for the lost.

Children of God should have their Father’s heart in them. His Spirit within us should drive us not to personal comfort and ease but to blood-earnestness to lead others to reconciliation with God.

The church's greatest need is not better philosophy, more impressive speakers, or superior rhetoric, rather, a deeper understanding of Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross.

He who forsakes the pursuit of a good conscience walks in darkness and enjoys no fellowship with God.