Crosswinds Weekly Messages

Family is extremely important in the Bible, both in a physical sense and theologically as well. God introduces the concept of family from the very beginning of humanity (Gen 1:28). God’s plan was for men and women to marry and have children. A man and woman would become “one-flesh” through marriage (Gen 2:24). This oneness is physical, emotional, and spiritual. The simple truth is that Christ needs to be the center of a marriage where a couple accepts as their loving mission to help one another grow in Christ. Such oneness between a married couple and God is to be passed on to their children. From the family, this oneness with God, and each other is to multiply to new families who form new families. Therefore, the family is the essential building block of human society. Humanity’s struggle with God’s plan is evidenced by marriage difficulties beginning with the first generation of humanity, and as the first couple had children, so too did family struggles.

Family is extremely important in the Bible, both in a physical sense and theologically as well. God introduces the concept of family from the very beginning of humanity (Gen 1:28). God’s plan was for men and women to marry and have children. A man and woman would become “one-flesh” through marriage (Gen 2:24). This oneness is physical, emotional, and spiritual. The simple truth is that Christ needs to be the center of a marriage where a couple accepts as their loving mission to help one another grow in Christ. Such oneness between a married couple and God is to be passed on to their children. From the family, this oneness with God, and each other is to multiply to new families who form new families. Therefore, the family is the essential building block of human society. Humanity’s struggle with God’s plan is evidenced by marriage difficulties beginning with the first generation of humanity, and as the first couple had children, so too did family struggles.

Family is extremely important in the Bible, both in a physical sense and theologically as well. God introduces the concept of family from the very beginning of humanity (Gen 1:28). God’s plan was for men and women to marry and have children. A man and woman would become “one-flesh” through marriage (Gen 2:24). This oneness is physical, emotional, and spiritual. The simple truth is that Christ needs to be the center of a marriage where a couple accepts as their loving mission to help one another grow in Christ. Such oneness between a married couple and God is to be passed on to their children. From the family, this oneness with God, and each other is to multiply to new families who form new families. Therefore, the family is the essential building block of human society. Humanity’s struggle with God’s plan is evidenced by marriage difficulties beginning with the first generation of humanity, and as the first couple had children, so too did family struggles.

Family is extremely important in the Bible, both in a physical sense and theologically as well. God introduces the concept of family from the very beginning of humanity (Gen 1:28). God’s plan was for men and women to marry and have children. A man and woman would become “one-flesh” through marriage (Gen 2:24). This oneness is physical, emotional, and spiritual. The simple truth is that Christ needs to be the center of a marriage where a couple accepts as their loving mission to help one another grow in Christ. Such oneness between a married couple and God is to be passed on to their children. From the family, this oneness with God, and each other is to multiply to new families who form new families. Therefore, the family is the essential building block of human society. Humanity’s struggle with God’s plan is evidenced by marriage difficulties beginning with the first generation of humanity, and as the first couple had children, so too did family struggles.

Family is extremely important in the Bible, both in a physical sense and theologically as well. God introduces the concept of family from the very beginning of humanity (Gen 1:28). God’s plan was for men and women to marry and have children. A man and woman would become “one-flesh” through marriage (Gen 2:24). This oneness is physical, emotional, and spiritual. The simple truth is that Christ needs to be the center of a marriage where a couple accepts as their loving mission to help one another grow in Christ. Such oneness between a married couple and God is to be passed on to their children. From the family, this oneness with God, and each other is to multiply to new families who form new families. Therefore, the family is the essential building block of human society. Humanity’s struggle with God’s plan is evidenced by marriage difficulties beginning with the first generation of humanity, and as the first couple had children, so too did family struggles.

Family is extremely important in the Bible, both in a physical sense and theologically as well. God introduces the concept of family from the very beginning of humanity (Gen 1:28). God’s plan was for men and women to marry and have children. A man and woman would become “one-flesh” through marriage (Gen 2:24). This oneness is physical, emotional, and spiritual. The simple truth is that Christ needs to be the center of a marriage where a couple accepts as their loving mission to help one another grow in Christ. Such oneness between a married couple and God is to be passed on to their children. From the family, this oneness with God, and each other is to multiply to new families who form new families. Therefore, the family is the essential building block of human society. Humanity’s struggle with God’s plan is evidenced by marriage difficulties beginning with the first generation of humanity, and as the first couple had children, so too did family struggles.

Nearly 2,000 years ago, within 60 days, events occurred that literally changed everything. From Christ's triumphal entry to His crucifixion, to His resurrection, to His ascension, and on to Pentecost, this period brought hope to a fallen world. The word hope in English often conveys doubt. For instance, "I hope it will not rain tomorrow." Further, the word hope is usually followed by the word so. This is the answer some may give when asked if they think they will go to heaven when they die. They say, "I hope so." However, that is not the meaning of the words usually translated "hope" in the Bible. Biblical hope carries no doubt. One of the verses in which we find the word hope is Hebrews 11:1. "Faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen." This verse carries with it all the confidence that comes with knowing for sure, with no question, what we have been promised by God in His Word and made available to all of us through the salvific work of Jesus Christ. Biblical hope is a reality and not a mere feeling because it is founded upon the Rock of our salvation, our Lord Jesus Christ. In our series, Hope Rising, we explore the finished work of Christ, the gift of the Holy Spirit, as well as the impact on each and every one of our lives.