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VanderWal argues against the contemporary culture of self-affirmation and self-esteem, calling Christians to embrace self-denial and the crucifixion of self as essential to true discipleship. Using 2 Timothy 3:16 as a key text, he demonstrates how Scripture's primary function includes reproof and correction—saying "No" to human pride and wrong ways—which is vital for authentic Christian growth and Kingdom effectiveness.
A few months ago, in a hospital waiting room, God's providence brought to my attention the last broadcast of the Oprah Winfrey Show. In the segment I saw she was talking about the success of her show over the years. Its success was due to one factor: "Women want to be affirmed." I would affirm that statement, and add to it that women are not the only ones who want to be affirmed. Everyone wants to be affirmed. But in reality, great evil lies in those words. The evil becomes evident if you...
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