Monday, May 02, 2005

Why are we here?

"God would be unrighteous (just as we would) if he valued anything more than what is supremely valuable. If he did not take infinite delight in the worth of his own glory he would be unrighteous. For it is right to take delight in a person in proportion to the excellence of that person’s glory." - John Piper (Desiring God P.32)

Q.) What do you think is the primary theological issue of the day?


A.) The majesty and glory of God. Nothing is more important in shaping your ministry and mission than the centrality of God in the universe. It will determine the way you think about human events, the way you think about church, human culture, nations, institutions, government, business, family, health, sex, money; food. The question, Why does the universe exist?" is the most important question to get settled in the ministry. Why does the world exist? Why does human history exist? Why does America exist? Why do I exist? Why does my church exist? Why does my marriage exist? Why is all of this here? And until that question is answered with crystal clear clarity, your ministry will wobble all over the place. - John Piper