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2 special notes...
1. Much of this sermon was from a sermon by Andy Cook of LifeWay - originally published in Proclaim Online. Original sermon & powerpoint at http://www.lifeway.com/article/?id=166510
2. The pictures I mention in the sermon are at the end of my manuscript - you can download it and increase their size if you would like to view them.
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Monday, November 30, 2009
Friday, November 27, 2009
To Rock the boat
I wanted to pass on this great illustration from SermonCentral.com and their daily sermon illustrations they send me free by email...
To Rock the Boat
Survivor Eva Hart remembers the night, April 15, 1912, on which the Titanic plunged 12,000 feet to the Atlantic floor, some two hours and forty minutes after an iceberg tore a 300-foot gash in the starboard side: "I saw all the horror of its sinking, and I heard, even more dreadful, the cries of drowning people." Although twenty life-boats and rafts were launched—too few and only partly filled—most of the passengers ended up struggling in the icy seas while those in the boats waited a safe distance away. Lifeboat No. 14 did row back to the scene after the unsinkable ship slipped from sight at 2:20 A.M. Alone, it chased cries in the darkness, seeking and saving a precious few. Incredibly, no other boat joined it. Some were already overloaded, but in virtually every other boat, those already saved rowed their half-filled boats aimlessly in the night, listening to the cries of the lost. Each feared a crush of unknown swimmers would cling to their craft, eventually swamping it.
"I came to seek and to save the lost," our Savior said. And he commissioned us to do the same. But we face a large obstacle: fear. While people drown in the treacherous waters around us, we are tempted to stay dry and make certain no one rocks the boat.
Contributed by: Ryan Johnson
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To Rock the Boat
Survivor Eva Hart remembers the night, April 15, 1912, on which the Titanic plunged 12,000 feet to the Atlantic floor, some two hours and forty minutes after an iceberg tore a 300-foot gash in the starboard side: "I saw all the horror of its sinking, and I heard, even more dreadful, the cries of drowning people." Although twenty life-boats and rafts were launched—too few and only partly filled—most of the passengers ended up struggling in the icy seas while those in the boats waited a safe distance away. Lifeboat No. 14 did row back to the scene after the unsinkable ship slipped from sight at 2:20 A.M. Alone, it chased cries in the darkness, seeking and saving a precious few. Incredibly, no other boat joined it. Some were already overloaded, but in virtually every other boat, those already saved rowed their half-filled boats aimlessly in the night, listening to the cries of the lost. Each feared a crush of unknown swimmers would cling to their craft, eventually swamping it.
"I came to seek and to save the lost," our Savior said. And he commissioned us to do the same. But we face a large obstacle: fear. While people drown in the treacherous waters around us, we are tempted to stay dry and make certain no one rocks the boat.
Contributed by: Ryan Johnson
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Live holy, preach Jesus!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
7 ways you say thank you to God…
This is a note I found tucked away with some Thanksgiving items...
7 Ways you say thank you to God…
1) When Spend time with Him daily (not just on Sunday)
2) When you forgive others
3) When you serve in His church
4) When you reach out to hurting people
5) When you share His Plan of salvation
6) When you give God the best of your time, talents, and treasures
7) When you praise Him enthusiastically from the heart
Live holy, preach Jesus!
7 Ways you say thank you to God…
1) When Spend time with Him daily (not just on Sunday)
2) When you forgive others
3) When you serve in His church
4) When you reach out to hurting people
5) When you share His Plan of salvation
6) When you give God the best of your time, talents, and treasures
7) When you praise Him enthusiastically from the heart
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Monday, November 23, 2009
Sunday's Sermon - 5 Commands of thanksgiving
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Sunday, November 22, 2009
Soldier Enrollment of Michaela Franklin
Our Corps was privileged today to have Michaela Franklin choose to become a soldier of Christ in The Salvation Army. Listen here for her enrollment.
Here is a copy of the promises one makes when the become a Salvation Army Soldier...
The 'Articles of War' or "The soldier's covenant
HAVING accepted Jesus Christ as my Saviour and Lord, and desiring to fulfil my membership of His Church on earth as a soldier of The Salvation Army, I now by God’s grace enter into a sacred covenant.
I believe and will live by the truths of the word of God expressed in The Salvation Army’s eleven articles of faith:
We believe that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments were given by inspiration of God: and that they only constitute the Divine rule of Christian faith and practice.
We believe that there is only one God, who is infinitely perfect, the Creator. Preserver, and Governor of all things, and who is the only proper object of religious worship.
We believe that there are three persons in the Godhead—the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost—undivided in essence and coequal in power and glory.
We believe that in the person of Jesus Christ the Divine and human natures are united, so that He is truly and properly God and truly and properly man.
We believe that our first parents were created in a state of innocency, but by their disobedience they lost their purity and happiness; and that in consequence of their fall all men have become sinners, totally depraved, and as such are justly exposed to the wrath of God.
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ has, by His suffering and death, made an atonement for the whole world so that whosoever will may be saved.
We believe that repentance towards God, faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and regeneration by the Holy Spirit are necessary to salvation.
We believe that we are justified by grace, through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ; and that he that believeth hath the witness in himself.
We believe that continuance in a state of salvation depends upon continued obedient faith in Christ.
We believe that it is the privilege of all believers to be wholly sanctified, and that their whole spirit and soul and body may be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
We believe in the immortality of the soul; in the resurrection of the body; in the general judgment at the end of the world; in the eternal happiness of the righteous; and in the endless punishment of the wicked.
THEREFORE I will be responsive to the Holy Spirit’s work and obedient to His leading in my life, growing in grace through worship, prayer, service and the reading of the Bible.
I will make the values of the Kingdom of God and not the values of the world the standard for my life.
I will uphold Christian integrity in every area of my life, allowing nothing in thought, word, or deed that is unworthy, unclean, untrue, profane, dishonest or immoral.
I will maintain Christian ideals in all my relationships with others: my family and neighbours, my colleagues and fellow Salvationists, those to whom and for whom I am responsible, and the wider community.
I will uphold the sanctity of marriage and of family life.
I will be a faithful steward of my time and gifts, my money and possessions, my body, my mind and my spirit, knowing that I am accountable to God.
I will abstain from alcoholic drink. tobacco, the non-medical use of addictive drugs, gambling, pornography, the occult, and all else that could enslave the body or spirit.
I will be faithful to the purposes for which God raised up The Salvation Army, sharing the good news of Jesus Christ, endeavouring to win others to Him, and in His name caring for the needy and the disadvantaged.
I will be actively involved, as l am able, in the life, work, worship and witness of the corps, giving as large a proportion of my income as possible to support its ministries and the worldwide work of the Army.
I will be true to the principles and practices of The Salvation Army, loyal to its leaders, and I will show the spirit of Salvationism whether in times of popularity or persecution.
I now call upon all present to witness that I enter into this covenant and sign these articles of war of my own free will, convinced that the love of Christ, who died and now lives to save me, requires from me this devotion of my life to His service for the salvation of the whole world; and therefore do here declare my full determination, by God’s help, to be a true soldier of The Salvation Army.
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Live holy, preach Jesus!
Here is a copy of the promises one makes when the become a Salvation Army Soldier...
The 'Articles of War' or "The soldier's covenant
HAVING accepted Jesus Christ as my Saviour and Lord, and desiring to fulfil my membership of His Church on earth as a soldier of The Salvation Army, I now by God’s grace enter into a sacred covenant.
I believe and will live by the truths of the word of God expressed in The Salvation Army’s eleven articles of faith:
We believe that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments were given by inspiration of God: and that they only constitute the Divine rule of Christian faith and practice.
We believe that there is only one God, who is infinitely perfect, the Creator. Preserver, and Governor of all things, and who is the only proper object of religious worship.
We believe that there are three persons in the Godhead—the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost—undivided in essence and coequal in power and glory.
We believe that in the person of Jesus Christ the Divine and human natures are united, so that He is truly and properly God and truly and properly man.
We believe that our first parents were created in a state of innocency, but by their disobedience they lost their purity and happiness; and that in consequence of their fall all men have become sinners, totally depraved, and as such are justly exposed to the wrath of God.
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ has, by His suffering and death, made an atonement for the whole world so that whosoever will may be saved.
We believe that repentance towards God, faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and regeneration by the Holy Spirit are necessary to salvation.
We believe that we are justified by grace, through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ; and that he that believeth hath the witness in himself.
We believe that continuance in a state of salvation depends upon continued obedient faith in Christ.
We believe that it is the privilege of all believers to be wholly sanctified, and that their whole spirit and soul and body may be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
We believe in the immortality of the soul; in the resurrection of the body; in the general judgment at the end of the world; in the eternal happiness of the righteous; and in the endless punishment of the wicked.
THEREFORE I will be responsive to the Holy Spirit’s work and obedient to His leading in my life, growing in grace through worship, prayer, service and the reading of the Bible.
I will make the values of the Kingdom of God and not the values of the world the standard for my life.
I will uphold Christian integrity in every area of my life, allowing nothing in thought, word, or deed that is unworthy, unclean, untrue, profane, dishonest or immoral.
I will maintain Christian ideals in all my relationships with others: my family and neighbours, my colleagues and fellow Salvationists, those to whom and for whom I am responsible, and the wider community.
I will uphold the sanctity of marriage and of family life.
I will be a faithful steward of my time and gifts, my money and possessions, my body, my mind and my spirit, knowing that I am accountable to God.
I will abstain from alcoholic drink. tobacco, the non-medical use of addictive drugs, gambling, pornography, the occult, and all else that could enslave the body or spirit.
I will be faithful to the purposes for which God raised up The Salvation Army, sharing the good news of Jesus Christ, endeavouring to win others to Him, and in His name caring for the needy and the disadvantaged.
I will be actively involved, as l am able, in the life, work, worship and witness of the corps, giving as large a proportion of my income as possible to support its ministries and the worldwide work of the Army.
I will be true to the principles and practices of The Salvation Army, loyal to its leaders, and I will show the spirit of Salvationism whether in times of popularity or persecution.
I now call upon all present to witness that I enter into this covenant and sign these articles of war of my own free will, convinced that the love of Christ, who died and now lives to save me, requires from me this devotion of my life to His service for the salvation of the whole world; and therefore do here declare my full determination, by God’s help, to be a true soldier of The Salvation Army.
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Live holy, preach Jesus!
Friday, November 20, 2009
Captain's meditation on Luke 10:38-42
Luke 10:38-42 At the Home of Martha and Mary
38 As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, "Lord, don't you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!" 41 "Martha, Martha," the Lord answered, "you are worried and upset about many things, 42 but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her."
Jesus Himself was in their home. That is an amazing thought by itself. Make sure you realize that God Himself through His Holy Spirit is with you everywhere you go today (your home included). It's also important to realize that they opened their home to him. He is always wanting to come close to you, but you must be open to receive Him. During this busy season, it is right to serve the Lord by serving the "least of these". Touch others in His name, do "intakes", make food boxes, prep the chapel, prepare bible studies, plan services, plan holiday meals, do street ministry, etc., etc., etc., but make sure that you don't leave Him sitting there while you run around busy. Make sure you have opened yourself to be beside Him throughout your day, and also be sure you spend some time alone .... ... still... ... sitting at the feet of Jesus.
I leave you with these words from the song by John Wesley...
LO! I come with joy to do The Master's blessed will;
Him in outward works pursue, And serve his pleasure still;
Faithful to my Lord's commands, I still would choose the better part,
Serve with careful Martha's hands, And loving Mary's heart.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
38 As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, "Lord, don't you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!" 41 "Martha, Martha," the Lord answered, "you are worried and upset about many things, 42 but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her."
Jesus Himself was in their home. That is an amazing thought by itself. Make sure you realize that God Himself through His Holy Spirit is with you everywhere you go today (your home included). It's also important to realize that they opened their home to him. He is always wanting to come close to you, but you must be open to receive Him. During this busy season, it is right to serve the Lord by serving the "least of these". Touch others in His name, do "intakes", make food boxes, prep the chapel, prepare bible studies, plan services, plan holiday meals, do street ministry, etc., etc., etc., but make sure that you don't leave Him sitting there while you run around busy. Make sure you have opened yourself to be beside Him throughout your day, and also be sure you spend some time alone .... ... still... ... sitting at the feet of Jesus.
I leave you with these words from the song by John Wesley...
LO! I come with joy to do The Master's blessed will;
Him in outward works pursue, And serve his pleasure still;
Faithful to my Lord's commands, I still would choose the better part,
Serve with careful Martha's hands, And loving Mary's heart.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Tis the season to be busy and focussed.
To all our soldiers and freinds of The Salvation Army Homer Corps,
I just wanted to mention that during this Holy season I will be busy, but more than just busy I want to stay focussed on Christ. It will be my goal to update the blog as I am able, but instead of posting daily (as was my habit), I will most likely only post my sermons and possible one other a week until the new year. I had hoped to continue daily, but we'll see what the Lord allows. SO - Keep checking in for the sermon, and to see what comes next. I will plan to be faithful to God honoring blogs in the New Year.
During this season take every opportunity to point people to Christ.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
I just wanted to mention that during this Holy season I will be busy, but more than just busy I want to stay focussed on Christ. It will be my goal to update the blog as I am able, but instead of posting daily (as was my habit), I will most likely only post my sermons and possible one other a week until the new year. I had hoped to continue daily, but we'll see what the Lord allows. SO - Keep checking in for the sermon, and to see what comes next. I will plan to be faithful to God honoring blogs in the New Year.
During this season take every opportunity to point people to Christ.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Monday, November 16, 2009
Sunday's Sermon - Don't miss miracles for "stuff"
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Live holy, preach Jesus!
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Monday, November 9, 2009
Sunday's Sermon - Does the grass grow on your path? Prayer
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Sunday, November 8, 2009
Have a blessed Sunday - Is grass growing on your path?
I read this article from "Today in the Word", June 29, 1992.
Early African converts to Christianity were earnest and regular in private devotions. Each one reportedly had a separate spot in the thicket where he would pour out his heart to God. Over time the paths to these places became well worn. As a result, if one of these believers began to neglect prayer, it was soon apparent to the others. They would kindly remind the negligent one, "Brother, the grass grows on your path."
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So my friends, does the grass grow on your path? How are you doing in time with the Lord? Are you spending adequate time for your soul in His Word, and in prayer with Jesus? If not, intentionally make time today. He's waiting to talk with you.
God bless your Sunday,
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Early African converts to Christianity were earnest and regular in private devotions. Each one reportedly had a separate spot in the thicket where he would pour out his heart to God. Over time the paths to these places became well worn. As a result, if one of these believers began to neglect prayer, it was soon apparent to the others. They would kindly remind the negligent one, "Brother, the grass grows on your path."
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So my friends, does the grass grow on your path? How are you doing in time with the Lord? Are you spending adequate time for your soul in His Word, and in prayer with Jesus? If not, intentionally make time today. He's waiting to talk with you.
God bless your Sunday,
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
The Salvation Army responsding to Fort Hood
This article from The Salvation Army - Southern Territory - Released 6 November 2009
http://uss.salvationarmy.org/uss/www_uss.nsf
SALVATION ARMY PROVIDES PASTORAL CARE AT FORT HOOD
The Salvation Army is responding this morning to an urgent request from the State of Texas to report to Fort Hood near Killeen, Texas, site of the tragic shooting incident of Thursday afternoon, to provide pastoral care and counseling to first responders, family members and children affected by this horrific tragedy.
Salvation Army Officer from Waco, Texas, Captain Russell Czajkowski, a former United States Marine, will be overseeing The Salvation Army’s pastoral response efforts on site with direction from Major James Taylor, The Salvation Army’s Divisional Secretary for Texas.
The Salvation Army is answering the call immediately and will report to the base to provide spiritual care today and through the weekend from 9:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Salvation Army has a long history of meeting not only physical needs of people in the aftermath of tragic events, but also emotional and spiritual needs.
“We are honored to answer this call and to provide what comfort and counseling we can to our brothers and sisters during the aftermath of this horrific day,” said Major James Taylor. ---end
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May God show Himself mightily to all involved in this tragic incident. Our hearts and prayers go first naturally to those who lost loved ones, the wounded, the men and women of Fort Hood, and their families. Next although harder to do, I am reminded that Jesus said to love our enemies and even pray for those who persecute us, so although it is not natural to do, I agree I must also remember Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan in prayer that he might have a true encounter with the One True God through the person of Jesus Christ.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
http://uss.salvationarmy.org/uss/www_uss.nsf
SALVATION ARMY PROVIDES PASTORAL CARE AT FORT HOOD
The Salvation Army is responding this morning to an urgent request from the State of Texas to report to Fort Hood near Killeen, Texas, site of the tragic shooting incident of Thursday afternoon, to provide pastoral care and counseling to first responders, family members and children affected by this horrific tragedy.
Salvation Army Officer from Waco, Texas, Captain Russell Czajkowski, a former United States Marine, will be overseeing The Salvation Army’s pastoral response efforts on site with direction from Major James Taylor, The Salvation Army’s Divisional Secretary for Texas.
The Salvation Army is answering the call immediately and will report to the base to provide spiritual care today and through the weekend from 9:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Salvation Army has a long history of meeting not only physical needs of people in the aftermath of tragic events, but also emotional and spiritual needs.
“We are honored to answer this call and to provide what comfort and counseling we can to our brothers and sisters during the aftermath of this horrific day,” said Major James Taylor. ---end
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May God show Himself mightily to all involved in this tragic incident. Our hearts and prayers go first naturally to those who lost loved ones, the wounded, the men and women of Fort Hood, and their families. Next although harder to do, I am reminded that Jesus said to love our enemies and even pray for those who persecute us, so although it is not natural to do, I agree I must also remember Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan in prayer that he might have a true encounter with the One True God through the person of Jesus Christ.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Friday, November 6, 2009
Songbook Song 415 "From every stain made clean"
Read carefully and meditate on these fantastic promises and declarations from our Salvation Army Songbook written by Herbert Howard Booth ...
1. From every stain made clean, From every sin set free;
O blessed Lord, this is the gift That thou hast promised me.
And pressing through the past Of failure, fault and fear,
Before thy cross my soul I cast, And dare to leave it there.
2. From thee I would not hide My sin, because of fear
What men may think; I hate my pride. And as I am appear,
Just as I am, O Lord, Not what I'm thought to be,
Just as I am, a struggling soul For life and liberty.
3. While in thy light I stand, My heart, I seem to see,
Has failed to take from thy own hand The gifts it offers me.
O Lord, thy plenteous grace, Thy wisdom and thy power,
I here proclaim, before thy face, Can keep me every hour.
4. Upon the altar here I lay my treasure down;
I only want to have thee near, King of my heart to crown.
The fire doth surely burn My every selfish claim;
And while from them to thee I turn, I trust in thy great name.
5. A heart by blood made clean In every wish and thought,
A heart that by God's power has been Into subjection brought,
To walk, to weep, to sing, Within the light of Heaven;
This is the blessing, Saviour-King, That thou to me hast given.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
1. From every stain made clean, From every sin set free;
O blessed Lord, this is the gift That thou hast promised me.
And pressing through the past Of failure, fault and fear,
Before thy cross my soul I cast, And dare to leave it there.
2. From thee I would not hide My sin, because of fear
What men may think; I hate my pride. And as I am appear,
Just as I am, O Lord, Not what I'm thought to be,
Just as I am, a struggling soul For life and liberty.
3. While in thy light I stand, My heart, I seem to see,
Has failed to take from thy own hand The gifts it offers me.
O Lord, thy plenteous grace, Thy wisdom and thy power,
I here proclaim, before thy face, Can keep me every hour.
4. Upon the altar here I lay my treasure down;
I only want to have thee near, King of my heart to crown.
The fire doth surely burn My every selfish claim;
And while from them to thee I turn, I trust in thy great name.
5. A heart by blood made clean In every wish and thought,
A heart that by God's power has been Into subjection brought,
To walk, to weep, to sing, Within the light of Heaven;
This is the blessing, Saviour-King, That thou to me hast given.
Live holy, preach Jesus!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Life speeding up? Slow down.
Just passing this on for my soldier & officer friends as we approach the busy and holy time of Christmas. With all the extra Salvation Army duties I thought this was appropriate.
This was taken from an email "Church leaders intelligence report".
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When Things Speed Up, Leaders Should Slow Down
Leadership development consultant Brad Lomenick suggests that when facing times of great intensity and pressure, leaders should:
Always over-communicate.
Be methodical and calm, not intense and short.
List out priorities, so as to not be overwhelmed by the small things that seem to be incredibly urgent, but really aren’t.
Seek out quiet moments for prayer, reflection and thinking. During times of pressure, that is when we need those quiet moments the most.
Resist the urge to let things slide or just settle for something average because of the pressure to get it done. Keep your standards and levels of excellence at their highest—don’t compromise.
Brad Lomenick, On the Journey
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Live holy, preach Jesus!
This was taken from an email "Church leaders intelligence report".
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When Things Speed Up, Leaders Should Slow Down
Leadership development consultant Brad Lomenick suggests that when facing times of great intensity and pressure, leaders should:
Always over-communicate.
Be methodical and calm, not intense and short.
List out priorities, so as to not be overwhelmed by the small things that seem to be incredibly urgent, but really aren’t.
Seek out quiet moments for prayer, reflection and thinking. During times of pressure, that is when we need those quiet moments the most.
Resist the urge to let things slide or just settle for something average because of the pressure to get it done. Keep your standards and levels of excellence at their highest—don’t compromise.
Brad Lomenick, On the Journey
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Live holy, preach Jesus!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
A pro-life praise report of God touching lives
Just a great report of a Planned Parenthood leader who converts to a pro-life position and resigns after watching the ultrasound of an abortion. She said, “I just thought I can’t do this anymore, and it was just like a flash that hit me and I thought that’s it.” - God is good!
I had a problem with adding the video here, so to see the original news site just click this link for the story...
http://www.breitbart.tv/planned-parenthood-leader-resigns-after-watching-ultrasound-of-abortion-procedure/
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Update... Here is more of the story from http://www.onenewsnow.com/Culture/Default.aspx?id=752102
The director of Planned Parenthood in Bryan, Texas, has resigned after a spiritual experience.
Abby Johnson spoke with local television station KBTX and said she threw in the towel after viewing a sonogram of an unborn baby in September. It was that moment that brought the former director to a realization. "I can't do this anymore," she remembers thinking. "It was just like a flash that hit me, and I thought, 'That's it.'"
Johnson worked at Planned Parenthood for eight years, two of which she spent as director. She says the organization was changing, and that was something she realized when she was instructed to get more abortions to the facility, apparently for financial reasons. This was something she could not do because she felt that God changed her heart.
"I feel so pure in heart. I don't have this guilt," she is relieved to report. "I don't have this burden on me anymore, and that's how I know that this conversion was a spiritual conversion." Johnson adds that she now supports the Brazos Vally Coalition for Life and other volunteers to pray with the group at the Planned Parenthood, just as volunteers in the past had prayed for the babies' lives. She is also encouraging them to pray for a change in the heart of Planned Parenthood's employees.
Associated Press is reporting today that Planned Parenthood has filed a temporary injunction to prevent Johnson from teaming up with the Coalition for Life to release records from her eight years of work at the clinic. Johnson says she never planned to release the records.
Shawn Carney, director of the Brazos Valley Coalition for Life, says Johnson experienced "a religious change of mind or change of heart and it has nothing to do with documents."
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I had a problem with adding the video here, so to see the original news site just click this link for the story...
http://www.breitbart.tv/planned-parenthood-leader-resigns-after-watching-ultrasound-of-abortion-procedure/
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Update... Here is more of the story from http://www.onenewsnow.com/Culture/Default.aspx?id=752102
The director of Planned Parenthood in Bryan, Texas, has resigned after a spiritual experience.
Abby Johnson spoke with local television station KBTX and said she threw in the towel after viewing a sonogram of an unborn baby in September. It was that moment that brought the former director to a realization. "I can't do this anymore," she remembers thinking. "It was just like a flash that hit me, and I thought, 'That's it.'"
Johnson worked at Planned Parenthood for eight years, two of which she spent as director. She says the organization was changing, and that was something she realized when she was instructed to get more abortions to the facility, apparently for financial reasons. This was something she could not do because she felt that God changed her heart.
"I feel so pure in heart. I don't have this guilt," she is relieved to report. "I don't have this burden on me anymore, and that's how I know that this conversion was a spiritual conversion." Johnson adds that she now supports the Brazos Vally Coalition for Life and other volunteers to pray with the group at the Planned Parenthood, just as volunteers in the past had prayed for the babies' lives. She is also encouraging them to pray for a change in the heart of Planned Parenthood's employees.
Associated Press is reporting today that Planned Parenthood has filed a temporary injunction to prevent Johnson from teaming up with the Coalition for Life to release records from her eight years of work at the clinic. Johnson says she never planned to release the records.
Shawn Carney, director of the Brazos Valley Coalition for Life, says Johnson experienced "a religious change of mind or change of heart and it has nothing to do with documents."
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Monday, November 2, 2009
Sunday's Sermon - Overcoming Sinful Addictions, pornography
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God bless your study!
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For past sermons or podcasting options see the full size sermon player at the very bottom of this blog page OR you can always access my sermon player site (and countless other preachers) at http://sermon.net/The_Salvation_Army_Homer
God bless your study!
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Sunday, November 1, 2009
Blessed Sunday, White Ribbon Against Pornography (W.R.A.P.)
Check in tomorrow for a post of my sermon on the topic of "overcoming sinful addictions".
This past week has been a focus on White Ribbon Against Pornography. For those wanting more information about the actual campaign and what you can do - visit http://www.moralityinmedia.org/
Other great sites for those needing help and freedom from pornography there is a great site called... http://www.settingcaptivesfree.com/ They have free interactive, Christ-centered, accountability bible studies on a range of topics.
You can also put free accountability software on your comupter like... http://x3watch.com/
And at least have a free internet filter and parental controls for the kids computers - we just installed K9 Web Protection at http://www1.k9webprotection.com/
Live holy, preach Jesus!
This past week has been a focus on White Ribbon Against Pornography. For those wanting more information about the actual campaign and what you can do - visit http://www.moralityinmedia.org/
Other great sites for those needing help and freedom from pornography there is a great site called... http://www.settingcaptivesfree.com/ They have free interactive, Christ-centered, accountability bible studies on a range of topics.
You can also put free accountability software on your comupter like... http://x3watch.com/
And at least have a free internet filter and parental controls for the kids computers - we just installed K9 Web Protection at http://www1.k9webprotection.com/
Live holy, preach Jesus!
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