Solid Joys Daily Devotional Hedonism for Husbands and Wives
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Oct 22, 2025 Dive into the transformative power of marriage as John Piper explores biblical roles of headship and submission. He emphasizes that redemption enhances these roles rather than abolishing them. Discover how joy can be actively pursued between spouses, reflecting Christ's love. Piper also shares his personal journey of nearly 50 years with Noel, showcasing a life dedicated to mutual delight in marriage. This thoughtful discussion highlights how the marital relationship mirrors the love of Christ.
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Redemption Restores Marital Order
- God-ordained marital roles restore what the fall twisted rather than abolish it.
- Christian redemption recovers loving headship and willing submission as intended.
How The Fall Twisted Marriage
- The fall distorted loving headship into domination or indifference and submission into manipulation or defiance.
- Recognizing these twists shows why redemption must reshape relational attitudes not eliminate roles.
Pursue Joy Through Godly Roles
- Wives should seek joy by affirming and honoring their husband's God-ordained role as leader.
- Husbands should seek joy by leading sacrificially as Christ led and gave himself for the church.
