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Touchstone , 1996 edition ) , a compilation of four essays written during World War II to defend the reasonableness of Christian faith . Scripture , especially through the prophet Isaiah ( cf. Isa . Church , as long as ministry continues to focus exclusively on marriage and family life , prejudices against single adults will continue.3 Single adults are labeled as irresponsible and selfish.4 Misconceptions about single people flourish among married people who are unwilling to gain understanding of how single people live in reality . Those that wish to live chaste lives are ridiculed and made to feel guilty.44 In a society that places so much importance on freedom to choose , a double standard emerges if one chooses against popular opinion . John came in the spirit of Elijah whom Malachi , the last prophet , predicted would return before the Messiah came .