Ask Pastor John How Do I Know Paul’s Epistles Are Relevant for My Life?
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Jul 25, 2016 Discover why Paul's letters are not just ancient texts but still vital for today's believers. The discussion unveils how these epistles offer timeless theological insights that resonate with modern life. Highlighting their divine inspiration and universal messages, the conversation illustrates how scriptural teachings transcend cultural differences, providing foundational truths about salvation and human nature that are relevant across generations.
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Epistles' Relevance to Modern Believers
- Tom asks how Paul's epistles, addressed to specific audiences, apply to modern believers.
- He questions the logical inclusion of today's believers in those original letters.
Reasons for Continued Relevance
- It's important to reflect on why we assume the epistles are still relevant today.
- Pastor John Piper offers several scriptural reasons for their continued validity.
Wider Readership Intended
- Paul intended at least one letter (Colossians) to be read by another church (Laodiceans).
- This suggests Paul saw his letters' usefulness beyond a single time or place.
