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About from the Preachers PC

I am currently an instructor at the Texas School of Preaching. I stand for and defend the truth of God's word. All other degrees and diplomas mean very little in comparison.

ATTITUDE

A little boy was overheard talking to himself as he strutted through the backyard, wearing his baseball cap and toting a ball and bat. “I’m the greatest hitter in the world,” he announced. Then he tossed the ball into the … Continue reading

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FRECKLES

An older woman and her little grandson, whose face was sprinkled with bright freckles, spent the day at the zoo.  Lots of children were waiting in line to get their cheeks painted by a local artist who was decorating them … Continue reading

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THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #25

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #25 The Virtue Of Perseverance Matthew 7:7-11 INTRODUCTION A. Why do some people… 1. Succeed in having their prayers answered? 2. Have a greater understanding of the Bible? 3. Reach more souls for Christ? 4. … Continue reading

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THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #24

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #24 To Judge Or Not To Judge Matthew 7:1-6 INTRODUCTION A. A favorite saying of many people is “Judge not, that you be not judged” 1. Frequently quoted whenever someone is pointing out the sins … Continue reading

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SERMON ON THE MOUNT #23

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #23 Winning The War Over Worry Matthew 6:24-34 INTRODUCTION A. In His sermon on the mount, Jesus exhorted His disciples to… 1. Lay up treasure in heaven (by helping others) 2. Keep your eye good … Continue reading

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THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #22

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #22 Gaining Mastery Over Mammon Matthew 6:19-24 INTRODUCTION A. In writing to Timothy, Paul described the danger of seeking to be rich… 1. The desire to be rich is filled with temptations which have destroyed … Continue reading

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SOMEONE WHO UNDERSTANDS

A farmer had some puppies he needed to sell.  He painted a sign advertising the pups and set about nailing it to a post on the edge of his yard.  As he was driving the last nail into the post, … Continue reading

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THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #21

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #21 Fasting That Pleases God Matthew 6:16-18 INTRODUCTION A. You don’t hear much about fasting these days 1. In a culture where the landscape is dotted with shrines to the “Golden Arches” and an assortment … Continue reading

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THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #20

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT #20 Prayer That Pleases God (Matthew 6:5-15) INTRODUCTION A. A wonderful privilege enjoyed by the children of God is prayer… 1. Through prayer we can receive mercy and grace to help in time of need – … Continue reading

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WAVES OF WORRY

Several years ago a submarine was being tested and had to remain submerged for many hours. When it returned to the harbor, the captain was asked, “How did the terrible storm last night affect you?” The officer looked at him … Continue reading

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