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“I AM the Living One” (Revelation 1:17-18 sermon)

Posted on 2023/04/10 by Shawn Thomas

It’s interesting to read the little “Twitter bios” people have on their Twitter home page, which give a brief introduction about themselves to those who read their tweets. Some of them are pretty straightforward, like: “I am a husband, father, … Continue reading →

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“Stars and Lampstands” (Revelation 1:12-20 sermon)

Posted on 2023/04/03 by Shawn Thomas

One thing you notice when you move from out of state, to Texas, is how popular the flag of the State of Texas is here. Texas flags are everywhere, flying from homes, schools, and businesses — and decorating ice chests … Continue reading →

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“The Glorious Vision” (Revelation 1:12-17 sermon)

Posted on 2023/03/27 by Shawn Thomas

George Washington was not only “the father of our country” and one of the greatest men in American history, he also LOOKED the part. Historian Ron Chernow writes: “People were transfixed by Washington’s lean, virile presence. … Washington had … Continue reading →

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“The Lord’s Day Message to John Your Brother” (Revelation 1:9-11 sermon)

Posted on 2023/03/20 by Shawn Thomas

About a month ago, February 8, an assistant soccer coach at a small Christian college got up to speak in chapel, gave his message and the invitation, and left the chapel. As he left he sent his wife a text: … Continue reading →

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“Our Glorious King” (Revelation 1:6-7 sermon)

Posted on 2023/03/05 by Shawn Thomas

In 1941, Lyndon B. Johnson was running for U.S. Senate from Texas in a time when President Franklin D. Roosevelt was very popular. So in a deft political masterstroke, Johnson decided to totally align his campaign with the President. His … Continue reading →

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Revelation 1:3-5, “Comfort & Challenge”

Posted on 2023/02/20 by Shawn Thomas

Some of you can really relate to this thought: if you have a child who is in some ways both the greatest comfort and love in your life — but also in other very real ways, a great challenge to … Continue reading →

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