I'm a retired Southern Baptist pastor of almost 40 years. My wife Cheryl & I moved to Norman, OK in March of 2025. I share a weekly overview for Sunday School teachers of the weekly Lifeway "Explore the Bible" lesson, as well as texts of my sermons and other articles.
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- Teacher's Overview of Matthew 2:1-12, Lifeway Explore the Bible lesson, "Worship the King," for 12/21/25
- “Immanuel: God With Us” (Matthew 1:23 sermon)
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- "He Will Save His People From Their Sins" (Matthew 1:21 Sermon)
- "The Greatest Verse in the Bible?" (John 3:16 sermon)
- "A 'Real Life' Christmas" (Luke 2:1-11 sermon)
- “Building Your Life On The Rock” (Matthew 7:24-27 sermon)
- "Your Response to Christmas" (Matthew 2:1-12 Sermon)
- Teacher's Overview of Matthew 4:12-25, Lifeway Explore the Bible lesson "Invitation," for 12/14/25
- "God's Purpose For Your Life" (I Peter 2:4-5 sermon)
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Tag Archives: “Sovereignty of God”
Fear God, Not Men
Many of us are afraid of the wrong people. In Ezra 5, the leaders of Israel explained to those who were opposed to the rebuilding of the Temple, what had led to its destruction. In verse 12 they explained: “But … Continue reading
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Tagged "Sovereignty of God", Ezra 5, fear, intimidation, John 19:11
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Because …
In Psalm 9:4 David prays: “For You have maintained my just cause; You have sat on the throne judging righteously.” The word “for” here is an important one. Just as in English, the Hebrew word “qi” is a small word, … Continue reading
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Tagged "Sovereignty of God", because, for, Hebrew word qi, Psalm 9:4, trust
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He Does Whatever He Pleases
Psalm 115:3 is one of my favorite verses; it says: “But our God is in the heavens; He does whatever He pleases.” The context of this statement is the question of :2, “Why should the nations say, ‘Where now, is … Continue reading
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Tagged "Sovereignty of God", God, goodness of God, Isaiah 55:8-9, kingdom, Psalm 100:5, Psalm 115:3, purpose, wisdom
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Tremble Not On God’s Behalf
In I Samuel 4, the people of Israel brought the Ark of the Covenant into battle against the Philistines. Verse 13 of that chapter says “Behold, Eli was sitting on his seat by the road eagerly watching, because his heart … Continue reading
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Tagged "Sovereignty of God", awe of God, Eli, I Samuel 4:13
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Our God Does Whatever He Pleases!
Psalm 115:2-3 says: “Why should the nations say, ‘Where now is their God?’ But our God is in the heavens; He does whatever He pleases.” Just like in Israel’s day, there WILL be times in ours when those who do … Continue reading
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Tagged "Sovereignty of God", doubt, faith, Psalm 103:19, Psalm 115:2-3, questions, where is their god?
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Your Focus in the Storm
It seems like the eyes of everyone on the Gulf Coast are glued to the Weather Channel, with the rapid approach of a potential hurricane. It’s good to stay informed, but our constant focus should be where it is always … Continue reading
Posted in Current Events, Devotions/Bible Studies
Tagged "Sovereignty of God", Hurricane Isaac, Psalm 33:7-8, trust
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My Times Are In Your Hand
David Boudia, who just won the gold medal in the 10 meter platform diving in the 2012 Olympics in London, had a very shaky preliminary round, and thought he might not even make it to the finals. But he was calm … Continue reading
“Our Sovereign God”
Psalm 103:19 “Our Sovereign God” Centuries ago, King Canute was one of the most powerful kings of England ever – but he also knew his limits. Canute reigned over what is now England, Denmark, and much of Europe, and as … Continue reading
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Tagged "Sovereignty of God", A.W. Tozer, II Peter 3:9, J.I. Packer, Luke 7:30, Psalm 103:19, sovereignty vs. free will
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