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The Superior Family

The Superior Family

Paul emphasizes the superiority of Jesus Christ in his message to the Colossians by focusing on the social order of family. He explains that Godly family relationships reflect the nature of God and are given equality and dignity under Christ. Paul highlights how sinful desires for superiority and control distort God’s intended order, leading to selfish ambition. The hope of the Gospel is that Jesus used His superiority out of love for our salvation, not for selfish ambition.

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Righteousness in the Family

Righteousness in the Family

In Mark 10, Jesus addresses a question about righteousness in marriage by turning it back on those testing Him. He highlights God’s good intentions for human sexuality, marriage, and children, exposing our hard-heartedness and rebellion. Jesus emphasizes that no one is righteous apart from His finished work on the cross. As followers of Christ, we are called to serve joyfully, through grace, and with hope in the Gospel.

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