If our theology does not quicken the conscience and soften the heart, it actually hardens both.
J. I. PackerMan is a responsible moral agent, though he is also divinely controlled; man is divinely controlled, though he is also a responsible moral agent.
J. I. PackerMy advice to a new husband is nothing more than 'husbands, love your wives.' And 'love your wife as Christ has loved the church.' Never forget that you are Christ's representative in serving your wife.
J. I. PackerWe are only living truly human lives just so far as we are labouring to keep God's commandments; no further.
J. I. Packer