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Feb. 22: Ready When Pornography Controls

February 16, 2015

ss-lifeBy Randall Pressnell
Senior Pastor, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Mount Carmel

Focal Passage: I Thessalonians 4:3-8

In his book Wired for Intimacy, Christian psychologist William M. Struthers lists the following stages of how men get hooked on pornography:

• Denial — “Sure,” they may say, “I’ve looked at it in the past, but I don’t anymore.” Most men will confess their struggle with pornography only under the conditions of anonymity and confidentiality.

• Minimization — At this stage a man will argue that his pornography use is insignificant and has no real effect on his life. He might say, “Well, I do look at porn, but only occasionally. It’s not like I’m addicted to it or anything.”

• Normalization — At the next stage men say, “Everybody does it.” Explaining the use of pornography as a common form of entertainment is referred to as normalization. [Read more…]

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SBC President to Speak During NRB Meeting

February 13, 2015

Ronnie Floyd

Ronnie Floyd

NRB News Release

NASHVILLE — Ronnie Floyd, president of the Southern Baptist Convention, is urging Tennessee pastors to bring their congregations to a Feb. 25 worship service in Nashville to seek revival in America.

In a letter to pastors, Floyd said he will be “sharing a biblical vision for revival, renewal, and spiritual awakening” during the meeting held in conjunction with the annual convention of the National Religious Broadcasters. [Read more…]

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Feb. 15: Return to the Restoring God

February 10, 2015

ss-exploreBy J.D. Davis
Senior Pastor, Dublin Baptist Church, Dublin, OH

Focal Passage: Nehemiah 9:32-37

One of the amazing things about my children is their memory. They do not seem to hear me when I remind them of their chores, but let me forget to do something they wanted to do and I am immediately met by “But Dad, you promised.” They remember my promises and do not hesitate to remind me when they are in danger of not being met. [Read more…]

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Feb. 15: Ready When Homosexuality Devastates

February 10, 2015

ss-lifeBy Randall Pressnell
Senior Pastor, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Mount Carmel

Focal Passage: Romans 1:18-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

During a family vacation, Sarah got a little ornery and pushed Hannah. “Did you push your sister?” I asked. “No,” she denied. Since this was becoming a growing pattern for Sarah, I decided to take a walk with her to get to the bottom of things. “Sarah,” I told her, “I’m really disappointed with your behavior. What do you need to do about it?” [Read more…]

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Feb. 8: Get an Understanding

February 2, 2015

ss-exploreBy J.D. Davis
Senior Pastor, Dublin Baptist Church, Dublin, OH

Focal Passage: Nehemiah 8:1-12

I was taught the FAITH evangelism strategy in Auburn, Ala., almost 20 years ago. I went because my church was planning on making it their method of outreach and since I was on staff, it was a good idea that I be trained in it. I did not go because I wanted to learn more about evangelism, and to be honest, I had not done a lot of evangelism. I was intimidated and uncertain concerning this week of training. I smile now, remembering how that week of training changed my life and equipped me to share my faith. [Read more…]

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Feb. 8: Ready When Sex Destroys

February 2, 2015

ss-lifeBy Randall Pressnell
Senior Pastor, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Mount Carmel

Focal Passage: Ephesians 5:1-10

Pastor Andy Stanley recently gathered with about 250 singles to answer questions on the topic of love, sex, and dating. The most pointed question of the night came from a middle-aged gentleman. “Why save sex for marriage?” [Read more…]

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Feb. 1: Do Your Appointed Part

January 27, 2015

ss-exploreBy J.D. Davis
Senior Pastor, Dublin Baptist Church, Dublin, OH

Focal Passage: Nehemiah 7:1-8

I have had the privilege of being a part of helping to start two new churches. I have arrived early on Sunday morning and set up folding chairs in a gym for the morning worship and stayed to take them down and put them away. There were a lot of inconveniences along the way, but there was also a special sense of excitement and fellowship. With both those churches, the first Sunday in a permanent building was a spiritual milestone. [Read more…]

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Feb. 1: Ready When Sickness Comes to Stay

January 27, 2015

ss-lifeBy Randall Pressnell
Senior Pastor, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Mount Carmel

Focal Passage: II Corinthians 4:16-18; 12:7-10

After living as a quadriplegic for 45 years, Joni Eareckson Tada reflected on the diving accident that changed her life. Immediately after the accident, Joni told God, “You’ll never be trusted with another of my prayers.” But after struggling with anguish and anger Joni said, “I prayed one short prayer that changed my life: ‘Oh God, if I can’t die, show me how to live.’ That was probably the most powerful prayer I had ever prayed.” [Source: Marvin Olasky, “Loving Life,” World (1-12-13)] [Read more…]

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Jan. 25: Be Faithful in Adversity

January 19, 2015

ss-exploreBy J.D. Davis
Senior Pastor, Dublin Baptist Church, Dublin, OH

Focal Passage: Nehemiah 6:1-19

We enjoy the great benefits of digital resources and the Internet. I can do Bible research in a fraction of the time. I can quickly copy and paste any valuable information into my document and mark its source with ease. I can communicate with other ministers and missionaries quickly through e-mail and social media. It has made work and personal connections easier. However, there is a negative aspect to the Internet, e-mail, and social media. The attacks and rumors have become more frequent and harder to resolve. [Read more…]

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Jan. 25: Ready to Help the Poor

January 19, 2015

ss-lifeBy Randall Pressnell
Senior Pastor, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Mount Carmel

Focal Passage: Deuteronomy 15:7-11

Herschel Hobbs told a story of one man asking another, “If you had a thousand hogs, would you give me half of them?” “Sure!” came the man’s reply. “Well, if you had a hundred hogs, would you give me half of them?” Again, “Sure!” was the answer. “Okay, if you had two hogs would you give me half of them?” “That isn’t fair!” came the reply. “You know that I have two hogs!” The man was generous with what he did not have, but was miserly with what he did have. [Read more…]

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