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The Model Prayer: Spiritual Protection (Matthew 6:13 sermon)

Posted on 2015/06/01 by Shawn Thomas

(Preached at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, May 27, 2015) Much of America cheered some months ago when a Texas mother fought off three masked home invaders who came into the house where she and her little son were. With a … Continue reading →

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Praying For Your Family

Posted on 2014/11/25 by Shawn Thomas

The first chapter of Job describes the central character of this book as a man who was not only “blameless” and “upright” before God (:1) but as one who loved his family, and ministered to them spiritually. Verse 5 says: … Continue reading →

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Breaking the Chain: The Sons of Korah

Posted on 2014/02/12 by Shawn Thomas

Some people feel as if they are “doomed to failure” due to a sin their parents committed, or because of something unsavory in their family background. The story of the sons of Korah reminds us that we are not consigned … Continue reading →

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Christmas in Carolina

Posted on 2014/01/01 by Shawn Thomas

Since two of our children are married with families, attending Southeastern Baptist Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina, and one has a baby and the other is expecting, we needed to take a trip east if we were going to … Continue reading →

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“The Little Condo On The Prairie” (12-17-13)

Posted on 2013/12/17 by Shawn Thomas

“It’s beginning to look at lot like Christmas” at the “Little Condo”: A NEW CHRISTMAS SONG? Michael was very interested in Pastor Ronnie Rogers’ message on the Magi from the Christmas sermon at Trinity, Norman, last Sunday — especially that … Continue reading →

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“The Little Condo on the Prairie” (11-26-13)

Posted on 2013/11/26 by Shawn Thomas

The holidays are upon us, and so Thanksgiving, Christmas shopping — and of course football! — are the focus of “The Little Condo” this week. Cheryl & I began our Christmas shopping one day last week, and we made a … Continue reading →

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The Armor Bearer: Portend of a Spouse and Friend

Posted on 2013/10/03 by Shawn Thomas

In I Samuel 14:7, Saul’s son Jonathan proposed going up against a force of Philistines. His armor bearer, the only other individual with him against the larger enemy force, replied: “Do all that is in your heart; turn yourself, and … Continue reading →

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Little Condo on the Prairie

Posted on 2013/07/01 by Shawn Thomas

GRANDPARENTING BLISS One afternoon while rocking Corley, Cheryl looked down at her and said softly: “It IS fun having a baby — one that you can just hand back over!”

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Your Testimony & Your Family

Posted on 2013/05/24 by Shawn Thomas

In Exodus 18:1-12, Moses’ father-in-law Jethro came to meet him during the Exodus in the wilderness. Moses told him about all that God had done (:8). Jethro rejoiced (:9) and blessed God (:10) and offered God a sacrifice as a … Continue reading →

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“Paradise”: The House Showing

Posted on 2013/02/06 by Shawn Thomas

Following my resignation at First Baptist, Moss Bluff, last Sunday, our house went on the market this week. We will not be able to live at 954 Mission Lane with me being unable to work full-time (or at all, presently) … Continue reading →

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