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How the Failure of Families in the OT Foreshadowed Jesus’ Ministry
The Old Testament’s troubled family lines help explain distinctive features of Jesus’ ministry. This post connects humanity’s inability to transmit spiritual life through natural descent with the virgin birth, the new birth, Jesus’ extra-family discipleship, and the church as God’s true household formed by faith and Christlike love in community.
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3 thoughts on “How the Failure of Families in the OT Foreshadowed Jesus’ Ministry”
Somewhat controversial, but a very brave thing to say, full of truth!
Because of the ministry of ARMS (Abuse Recovery Ministry Services) I have contact with so many women who have left a dangerous abusive relationship that no one on the outside understands. Over and over I hear stories of how well meaning pastors and spiritual leaders counsel these women to hang in there and keep praying. Or worse, to change their attitude and be more submissive. Too many times they are forced to leave the very place that should shield them from harm and care for them. I am amazed and hopeful that some of these women continue to pursue a relationship with God after being criticized in their deepest moment of need. God cares deeply for the brokenhearted, and so should the church body. Keep sharing this, Herb!
Thank you so much, Marty. I will.