Apr 13
Where has common courtesy gone? In an age of smart phones, ear pods, and rushing to the next appointment, do we have time for courtesy? Paul told Titus, “to show perfect courtesy toward all people” (Titus 3:2). Courtesy is shown to others because we are gentle and humble. This is the concept and idea of …
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Jul 22
“President Theodore Roosevelt was a man of action, but he was also a good listener, and he appreciated that quality in others. Once in a gala ball, he grew tired of meeting people who returned his remarks with stiff, mindless pleasantries. So he began to greet people with a smile, saying, “I murdered my grandmother …
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Dec 04
Christmas is the season of giving. We purchase gifts for our family and friends and think much about how much they cost. Do you know that you can give some priceless gifts all year long that will not cost you a thing? Here are four priceless gifts that will not cost you a dime! A …
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Oct 29
It is election time across our nation. Most of our focus goes to the executive and legislative branches of our government. But there is a third branch of government that has great influence and power in our nation. While I am aware that many judges are elected too, for the most part our national dialogue …
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Apr 04
The 2018 Masters tournament marks the 50th anniversary of the one of the most historic endings to the iconic tournament. Roberto De Vincenzo tied Bob Goalby after 72 holes at 11 under. But De Vincenzo signed an incorrect scorecard. He actually signed for a higher score than he shot which put him back into second …
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Apr 18
Amanda is teaching the kids about the Civil Rights movement and segregation in the South. They are reading a historical fiction children’s book about Birmingham in 1963. To accompany this study we watched a documentary yesterday made in 1997 called “4 Little Girls” about the 16th Street Baptist church of Birmingham bombing that killed four …
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Oct 30
Sex is a privilege, not a right! We are created sexual beings that have a desire for sexual gratification.¹ But it is not a right. God intended for us to enjoy the privilege of sex when we make the commitment in marriage to another person.² When sex becomes a part of a relationship outside of marriage …
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Jan 19
You are likely familiar with James’ discussion of the tongue in chapter 3 of his epistle. I want to draw your attention to one verse from that section. “And the tongue is a fire, a world of unrighteousness. The tongue is set among our members, staining the whole body, setting on fire the entire course …
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Jan 28
Who gets the credit? This question is seldom vocalized, but often unconsciously on the mind of everyone. Sports teams struggle with the question. Church leaders struggle with the question. Preachers secretly ask themselves, “will I get the credit?” when this succeeds. Elders just wonder why the preacher gets the credit and they get the blame! Husbands …
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