The Mission of Sacrifice Such love will not only thrive in our homes, if we submit ourselves to God’s Word; such love can also change our world. Living as a Christian family in the midst of a godless society has transforming power. Church historians say that Christianity swept the ancient Roman world not so much because of the arguments of theologians but because of the infectious love evident in Christian families. This spiritual contagion can spread again. As Christ’s love changes our families,
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