When We All Get to Heaven at Porter Wagoner Funeral
A Nashville visit on November 1, 2007 recalls Porter Wagoner’s home going at the Grand Ole Opry House. Attendees included Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, George Jones, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, and Dolly Parton. Jerry Sutton delivered the message, praising Wagoner as the face and voice of the Opry. The writer credits Wagoner with helping produce gospel albums for his family and sharing a dream of heaven, ending with gratitude for Wagoner’s influence on his recordings.
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Cultural tension and evangelicals on immigration
An essay discusses evangelical Christians fearing immigrant cultural change yet claiming a duty to evangelize globally. It notes a paradox: protection of Christian society alongside outreach, while criticizing segregation and condemning non Christians. The piece concludes by inviting readers to Sjolander Road Fellowship.
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Jesus
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Don's Daily Parable On Lonely Hearts And Nursing Home Love
A personal reflection urges readers to connect with lonely nursing home residents. The author recalls visiting relatives in Palestine and emphasizes small acts of kindness, such as a smile and a hand touch, as meaningful ministry. He argues Christians should serve beyond church activities and be Jesus to the hurting and dying, including those in nursing homes.
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Roy Orbison
Rocky Mountains
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Jimmy
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Some Assembly Is Required for a Wordly Church Family
A sermon urges believers to unite as a gathered community, not abandon assembly, and to be the church beyond the building. It defines ekklesia as those called out for worship, mutual support, and spiritual gifts, then sent back into the world to make a difference.
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Jesus
Howe
Blues Brothers
Little Biddy Bits from a cattle hand and pastor
A pastor recalls growing up around cattle work and repairs where minor injuries were common. He describes his father carrying a wallet first-aid band aid, replacing it at home, and the power of a kind word. Proverbs 25 11 compares timely words to apples of gold. Danny R Biddy, Pastor of Old River Baptist since 1977.
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