In any discussion on the marriage covenant, Piper emphasizes the necessity of forgiveness. He teaches that because we are fallen human beings, we will inevitably hurt one another. Therefore, a covenant marriage cannot survive without a lifestyle of forgiveness.
. Piper argues that marriage is a temporary earthly shadow of an eternal reality: the relationship between Christ and His Church. Key Principles from the Book A God-Centered Vision pdf pacto matrimonial john piper