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Husband, Father, Grandfather, Air Force Veteran, Pastor-Teacher and Chairman of Elders of First Baptist Church, Atwood, Illinois!

Sermon Starter for Sunday, February 17th, 2013 “Survey of Bible Doctrines #7 – The Existence and Nature of God”

As the Lord allows, I will continue our series of doctrinal sermons this coming Sunday with a message on what is called, “Theology Proper.” This fancy title simple means what the Bible teaches about God, Himself. I hope to answer … Continue reading

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Sermon Starter for Sunday, February 3rd, 2013 1st Thessalonians 2:13 “Survey of Doctrine #6 – What does the Bible do?”

This coming Lord’s Day, as the Lord allows, I will continue our series of Major Bible Doctrines with a sermon about what the Bible does in the life of a believer. Obviously, the Bible also impacts the life of an … Continue reading

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Birds of a Feather

An old proverb says, “Birds of a Feather Flock Together!” This is certainly an accurate observation of the human tendency to be attracted to people who have much in common with us. As I was thinking about some of my closest … Continue reading

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Sermon Starter for Sunday, January 27th, 2013 – 1st Thessalonians 2:13 Basic Doctrines #5: “What is the Bible?”

1st Thessalonians 2:13 (ESV) “And we also thank God constantly for this, that when you received the word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men but as what it really is, … Continue reading

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Sermon Starter for Sunday, January 13th, 2013: “Making Our Dreams Come True” Luke 10:25-28 Matthew 28:19-20

Two weeks ago I spoke to you on the subject, “What is Our Dream for Twenty Thirteen!” As the Lord allows, I will speak this coming Lord’s Day Morning on what practical and specific steps we can take to make … Continue reading

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Sermon Starter for Sunday, January 6th, 2013 JANUARY BIBLE STUDY 2013 “The Last Days of Jesus according to The Gospel of Luke.”

As the Lord allows, this coming Lord’s Day and on Sunday, January 20th, we will cover our January Bible Study for 2013. I will bring an introductory sermon on each of these two Lord’s Day mornings; and, we will have … Continue reading

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Issues and Answers – January, 2013 “Why Biblical Morality Matters!”

As I was driving in to work, I was listening to a local radio talk show host opining about how the real problem in American politics is the “Christian Right” in the Republican Party. His thesis was simple; if Christians … Continue reading

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Sermon Starter for New Year’s Sunday, December 30th, 2012 “What’s Your Dream for Twenty-Thirteen?”

The dawning of a New Year practically demands that we think about our life, set priorities, and make resolutions. I’ll stick with the same five I make every year and hope that finally I will keep at least one of … Continue reading

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Sermon Starter for Christmas Sunday, December 23rd, 2012 THE BOTTOM LINE – THE REASON FOR THE SEASON!

The Facts: 1: Christmas Sunday and Easter Sunday are the most highly attended church services of the year in America. 2: More people who do not normally attend church will attend a church service on these two Sundays than any … Continue reading

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The Lord’s Day “At the Woods!” Sunday, December 2nd, 2012

As the Lord allows, we are expecting another day of blessing on this coming Lord’s Day! Following “Happy Hour” (also known as Sunday School) we will enjoy our time of worship and fellowship together. We will have the joy of … Continue reading

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