Rationale
We have been moved in our purpose by the following contemporary developments which we observe with deep concern:
1. The widespread uncertainty and
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2. the tragic effects of this confusion in unraveling the fabric of
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3. the increasing promotion given to
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4. the widespread
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In the church, sin inclines men toward a worldly love of
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5. The Old Testament, as well as the New Testament, manifests the
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Genesis 1:26–27 ,
2:18 ;
Galatians 3:28 ). Both Old and New Testaments also affirm the principle of
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Genesis 2:18 ;
Ephesians 5:21–33 ;
Colossians 3:18–19 ;
1 Timothy 2:11–15 ).
6.
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In the family, husbands should forsake harsh or
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Ephesians 5:21-33 ;
Colossians 3:18–19 ;
Titus 2:3–5 ;
1 Peter 3:1–7 ).
In the church, redemption in Christ gives men and women an
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Galatians 3:28 ;
1 Corinthians 11:2-16 ;
1 Timothy 2:11–15 ).
7. In all of life Christ is the
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