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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Here’s wishing each of you a HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Enjoy the day of food, fun, and family. And maybe some football! ThePreachersWord is going to take a Thanksgiving break for the next couple of days. We will repeat two of our more popular posts from the past several months tomorrow and Friday.
Today’s “Thanksgiving” post is my application of the song, “Count your many blessings.” A fun way to do this is to take the alphabet and list some of them. Some are spiritual. Some physical. Some personal. And little things we take for granted. Continue reading
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Tomorrow we vote. Our nation elects a new President. If the polls are accurate, the race is too close to call. One poll favors Obama. Another Romney. And one says they are even. Because of their differing views this election looms as one that will dramatically impact the direction and future of our country. Thinking about “the election” demands a few important thoughts from ThePreachersWord. Here’s my view. Continue reading
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Symbols are powerful means of communication in our culture. The American Flag, for example, communicates freedom. Patriotism. Honor. Valor. Courage. Our power and purpose as a country. Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. And the unity and pride we feel as Americans.
Symbols in similar manner identify a sports team. A political party. A fast food restaurant. Or an athletic shoe. Continue reading
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Here’s your bonus blog for Saturday with a little humor.
Have you heard about the two brothers, Bob and Richard? Neither had married. Richard lived with their 88-year-old mother. Bob’s whole life was Annabelle his cat. He never went anywhere without her. Continue reading
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Today Norma Jean and I are in Chillicothe, Ohio. I’m preaching in a meeting with at the church where my good friend Dan DeGarmo ministers. We’ve been with these fine brethren in the past and it’s a pleasure to return. Continue reading
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Kids say the funniest things. While I can’t vouch for the accuracy of all of these, I can imagine they really could happen.
One dad told about driving with his three young children one warm summer evening when some kids in a controvertible passed them. Suddenly a young woman in the back seat stood up waved. She was stark-naked! As I was reeling from shock and before I could say a word, My 5 year old shouted, “Mom! Look! That lady isn’t wearing a seat belt!” Continue reading
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In addition to this daily I blog, I still write a bulletin for the Hickman Mills church where I preach in Kansas City. Occasionally mistakes and misspelled words will creep in. Ok, maybe more than occasionally! But some of the funniest things are sometimes accidentally written in church bulletins. These have been around for years, but are still some of my favorites. Continue reading
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The Psalmist prophesied it. Jesus predicted it would happen. Within hours. Peter emphatically denied it could ever occur. And so nodded all the disciples in agreement. They would never do that! Do what? Continue reading
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