(This post was in the top 5 in 2012, and rose to the #1 most read in 2016)
S. M. Lockridge (1913-2000) was a prominent African-American preacher known for his dynamic, passionate, and fervent sermons. His most famous sermon was “He’s my King.” Several years ago author and speaker Tony Campolo was so impressed by Lockridge’s lesson on “It’s Friday. But Sunday’s Coming!” that he began to deliver the lesson himself and even wrote a book with that title.
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(We are continuing to reblog the top posts of 2012 during the holiday break. This one ranked #4. As someone who is growing weary of the constant political bickering, the challenge issued here is a good reminder. Share this post with your friends)
Tuesday night I was excited to watch the election returns. I tuned-in early to hear the optimistic predictions. I was feeling confident that real change was coming. Perhaps I’ve been in denial. Drinking the “kool aid” that has been in abundant supply. In my stricken state of mind I even filled out a prediction map calling for a big upset victory! Even when things were not looking so good, I was convinced the Karl Rove was right! All would end well.
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“I am absolutely comfortable with the fact that men marrying men, women marrying women and heterosexual men and women marrying are entitled to the same exact rights, all the civil rights, all the civil liberties,” said Vice President, Joe Biden, on NBC’s “Meet the Press.” He went on to say the situation is “evolving” and that the “social culture” is changing.On Monday, Education Secretary Arne Duncan, when asked if he thinks gay couples should be able to legally marry, said, “Yes, I do.”
And our President has been on record for some time saying that his views of same-sex marriage are “evolving.”
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One of my facebook friends posted this last week. Look carefully. What are the first four words you see? Supposedly they will accurately describe you. Don’t read any farther until you see the four words!
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Good Morning!
It’s 22 degrees and still dark here in Lee’s Summit, as I enjoy an early morning cup of coffee and write today’s post for ThePreachersWord. I wanted to take a moment and share a few personal thoughts with our readers around the world. Continue reading
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A few years ago Toby Keith had a hit song entitled “Let’s Get Drunk and Be Somebody.” It was a jukebox favorite. He sang about everyday folks that he called “nobodies” who became “somebody” on the weekend when they got drunk! Really? Continue reading
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Lynn Anderson tells about his grandson, Conner, who was in the four-year old Bible class at church. The teacher said, “Today we are going to talk about Jesus.” Where upon Conner stood up and, thrust his hand onto his hips, and authoritatively confronted the teacher, “Well, if you’re gonna talk about Jesus you need to get a Bible in your hands.” Continue reading
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Tomorrow it will be 71 years since early Sunday morning, Japan attacked our naval and air base at Pearl Harbor. It was a surprise and unprovoked attack that propelled the USA into World War II. President Franklin D. Roosevelt called it “a date that will live in infamy.” On this anniversary of Pearl Harbor, several thoughts with spiritual applications come to mind. Continue reading
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Crude. Coarse. Crass. These words often describe our culture today. It is seen and heard in all segments of our society as people interact in business, sports and politics. It is evident in the entertainment industry. And is too often witnessed in the way young people talk to one another.
So what’s the solution to this national epidemic of abrasive behavior? It’s a simple Bible command. Often overlooked. Easily ignored. Difficult to do, sometimes. Continue reading
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ThePreachersWord is back after a short break! We hope you’ve had a good Thanksgiving holiday and enjoyed some special times with loved ones.
On Wednesday we published our ABC’S of Thanksgiving. If you missed it, I think you would enjoy it. https://thepreachersword.com/2012/11/21/the-abcs-of-thanksgiving
With the holiday behind us, I wanted to share a few thoughts that have been on my mind the past few days. Kind of a potpourri of post-thanksgiving thoughts and observations. Continue reading
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