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  • Jack Perkins, D.Min., LADC, CSAC, CCLC avatar

    A Personal Encounter Sparks Servanthood

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023
     | 704 views

    I share my story about a time I faced pancreatic issues, marital struggles, and contemplating suicide. As with the Psalmist, I cried out to God and he heard and that began a lifetime of service.

    Early august, 2022, I had the privilege of doing a presentation in Denver at the Rocky Mountain Symposium on Addictive Disorders, the Integration of Spirituality and Psychotherapy. The dialogue it stimulated was exciting, especially with the wide range of professionals attending. One counselor ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Josh's Journey Through The Silence: Spirituality In The Making

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023
     | 547 views

    This is an example of story preaching based upon 1 Samuel 1-7, incorporating a combination of several stories, both biblical and non-biblical.

    Following the pastoral prayer, the minister of music prepared to lead the people in a hymn of praise. As the pastor reflected upon the worship service and the sermon he was to preach, his mind drifted to the text for his sermon. It was the first passage of scripture he had heard read from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who, Not What, Is The Word

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Sep 18, 2023
     | 658 views

    This sermon provides a foundation for understanding a triuine God. Word, upper case, is used for God, Jesus, & Holy Spirit as one.

    Mormons are a religious and cultural group related to Mormonism, the principal branch of the Latter Day Saint movement started by Joseph Smith in upstate New York during the 1820s. After Smith's death in 1844, the movement split into several groups following different leaders; the majority ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Multigenerational Church

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Sep 2, 2023
     | 1,409 views

    Uncracking the secret of the early church is at the heart of this message. It looks at several key elements that has led the church to grow exponentially.

    A young lady working on her master's degree in social work asked to work with me on a research project related to multigenerational trauma. She plans to get her Ph.D. and continue our work internationally. I had learned how various traits are transmitted across generations. My 5th great ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Call To An Exemplary Life

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 28, 2023
     | 1,017 views

    Paul writes to an audience steeped in the Greco-Roman culture. The message is a call to transform their minds, avoid the cultural influences that pull them away from the call of Jesus. He calls them to an exemplary lifestyle.

    While in Louisiana for the memorial service for her brother, we drove by a home we built while working as an engineer on the railroad. The home was a super nice home with 3,000 sq ft. On previous trips we witnessed it was empty and deteriorating. This time we were shocked; I wish I could show you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Vision Worth Sharing

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 14, 2023
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     | 881 views

    Romans 10 has three-fold moves in the chapter. Paul critiques legalistic righteousness, speaks to genuine righteousness residing in the soul, and points to visionary faith that comes through inspiring words. Paul says those who share the Good News have beautiful, pure feet.

    This past week there was a post on the Fort Gibson Forum. It had a picture of a pretty horse walking down a paved road. He/she had a saddle and bridal but no rider guiding him toward a worthwhile destination. Not sure where the horse was headed. Though he looked confident, his owner had to come and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Limitless Love Of God

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Jun 7, 2022
     | 1,912 views

    How should we respond to those who have radical beliefs and lifestyles contrary to our beliefs? The temptation is to counter their viciousness and label them as an enemy. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives us a model for the attitude that we are to have when faced with divisive social issues.

    If not careful, as we study the Bible, we will pick and choose passages that support certain points of view or principles to which we cling. Yet those who first heard what has become known as the Sermon on the Mount had no idea what Jesus was about to say. They understood the moralism of their day, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Litmus Test Of Spiritual Well-Beng

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Mar 5, 2022
     | 1,013 views

    Using the analogy of a litmus test, this sermon juxtaposes the traits of arrogance over against the traits that reflect the DNA of love. It explores the inclusion of 1 Corinthians 13 sandwiched between chapters 12 and 14.

    “Litmus test” is a process used to determine the nature of something. In the 14th century scientists discovered that litmus, a mixture of colored organic compounds obtained from lichen, turns red in acid solutions and blue in alkaline solutions and, thus, can be used as an acid-base indicator. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A New Heart For A Fresh Start

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Feb 22, 2022
     | 2,107 views

    Jesus’ teaching and ministry was a way of reframing the use of Scripture. The Scribes had made notes that were superimposed on Scripture. Jesus holds before us a new way of living life. One based on mercy, grace, and love. Jesus modeled the heart and intent of God.

    As a child we would attempt to salvage anything and everything. The house I remember from early childhood was an interesting building. When my mother wanted to clean the floor, she would pour water on the floor, scrub it with a broom, and the water would drain through the floor. The first home ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Learning To Trust In A Skeptical World

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 12, 2021
     | 3,251 views

    I believe one of the greatest issues facing our world today, to include the church, is the fact that trust has all but disappeared in relationships. I believe the book of Micah shows us the tragedy of a society where trust is absent; however, the book also shows us how to regain that which is lost.

    In recent weeks I have been pondering a very important question: "What is the common denominator for understanding healthy relationships? We could postulate many words (e.g., friendship, tolerance, respect, appreciation, etc.). I then contemplated, what happens if trust is absent in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "i Am": Jesus' Greatest Declaration

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Sep 17, 2021
     | 1,609 views

    Jesus said, “I am,” he knew what lay ahead for himself and those who would follow him. “I AM!” is a declarative statement that few can make with the kind of authority and confidence that Jesus embodied. One will find seven reference to himself using “I Am”.

    Perhaps some had a disappointed look on their face as they peered through the crowd, catching a glimpse of a lone figure coming down the road. Rumors had spread as people calculated his next move. Yet, many were expecting to see him sitting tall and proudly astride a spirited war-horse. Instead ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thanks-Living: Living A Vitality-Enriched Life

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 27, 2021
     | 1,753 views

    This message stresses the importance of worship that flows from appreciation love. Praise can flow from the lips of those who gather for worship, regardless of their circumstances.

    In one electrifying moment a hush would fall over the congregants. It was the moment for which they had prepared themselves. The priest would meet them at the entrance to the temple, motion for the people to stand and call them to worship. Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Follow My Example Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 19, 2021
     | 1,606 views

    Jesus invites us into a fellowship with all of humanity. In this family there is no room for prejudice. We understand the value of grace in our lives when we busy ourselves with extending grace and fellowship to all people, having a philanthropic spirit.

    In the early years of my ministry Christianity was too often measured by church attendance and how well you excelled at Bible trivia. Don’t get me wrong, as observed through these messages, a key part of discipleship must focus on the study of Scripture. We will not fair well as Christians in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Excelling In Goodness And Mercy Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 19, 2021
     | 1,710 views

    In the pursuit for godliness they will discover there are some negative characteristics that will block their ascendancy to excellency. Yet, disciples also learn lessons about how to experience a life characterized by goodness, mercy, grace, and joy

    A major part of learning how to do something is learning the "do nots." To illustrate: One of my first lessons related to learning how to be a locomotive engineer involved learning certain things that I must not do—such as going to sleep. While pulling a train, you do not reach down ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Will You Be My Spiritual Counselor? Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 16, 2021
     | 1,483 views

    The call to discipleship is a call to serve as a good neighbor. This call is more than a mere social event where pleasantries are commonly shared. In the call to discipleship, we are challenged to ascend to godliness and become a spiritual friend to people in our sphere of influence.

    The call to discipleship is a call to serve as a good neighbor. This call is more than a mere social event where pleasantries are commonly shared. In the call to discipleship, we are challenged to ascend to godliness and become a spiritual friend to people in our sphere of influence. In John ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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