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Phil Smith
Contributing sermons since Dec 20, 2008
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The Law Of Christ
Contributed on Feb 23, 2009
Sometimes in all the Christian rhetoric, we forget the simplicity of what following Christ looks like. "Good Works" has been given a bad name because they are viewed as a contrast to faith and grace. However, once you get past the elementary teaching of
The Law of Christ I. Introduction Lately, the ladies of our church have had a couple of opportunities to help some folks. If you are not already aware, some of our ladies are cooking meals for Peter and Theda Kempenar on a regular basis. Also, they supplied a good bunch of sandwiches for ...read more
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Life, Liberty, And The Pursuit Of Holiness
Contributed on Feb 23, 2009
The pursuit of happiness is a western deception that even takes Christians captive. As followers of Christ, we are in the pursuit of holiness; to glorify God by becoming what he means for us to be. Holiness is the wonderful opportunity of grace.
Ro 8:22-23 - 22We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. 23Not only so, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. (NIV) 1. ...read more
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Successful Christian
Contributed on Feb 2, 2009
What does Jesus want from us anyway? Just what is a "successful Christian"? Are you one?
Jas 1:2-4 - 2Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. (NIV) I. Introduction My last sermon I ...read more
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Justin - Let Us Remember
Contributed on Jan 19, 2009
Using the "Justin" story to illustrate simple Christianity. Christians forget where they came from. Evidence? I give three (there are more).
I. Introduction Last week I read a story to you in an attempt to clearly illustrate our position before God. In the next few weeks I will continue to use that story to illustrate in more detail how our relationship with God should work. This process is important because the gospel can become ...read more
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Justin - The Gospel
Contributed on Jan 19, 2009
"Justin" is a boy from the streets who was adopted by a foreign king. Sound familiar?
I shared a little story with the Bible Study group that I want to elaborate upon now. Justin I want to tell you about a 12 year old boy we’ll call Justin. Justin never knew anything good. His parents, if you want to call them that, were completely without qualifications to birth the boy, ...read more
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Justin - Let Us Remember
Contributed on Jan 19, 2009
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Let Us Remember
Contributed on Jan 19, 2009
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Christmas
Contributed on Dec 21, 2008
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Lessons From Christmas
Contributed on Dec 21, 2008