Q & A on Singleness

Bethlehem Baptist Church

Twin Cities, MN

November 14, 2008 | by John Piper | Topic: Dating & Singleness | Conference: Outside Events

(This message is only available as audio.)

Questions include:

  • How is singleness better than marriage?
  • How can singles help foster a relational culture at church?
  • How do I deal with the intense longing to be married?
  • What are the trials unique to singleness, and how do you recommend combating them?
  • What would you say to someone who thinks their sexual sin has disqualified them from ministry?
  • What do you think about masturbation?
  • Is it OK for a single woman to pursue a career?

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