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The Purity of the Gospel How concerned are we with the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Paul the Apostle said that he was not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ (Romans 1:16). Paul is not saying that he is not embarrassed with the Gospel. He is boldly affirming the power of the Gospel, “It is the power of God. . .”…

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Sure, the nights are shorter and the diapers stinkier; but the love grows stronger. I have only been a father for a short 1 month, but I have already failed. A few nights ago, my son would not stop crying. Call it colic, strong will, or whatever; but I had had enough. I stood up placed my son on the…

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Undoubtedly we will all hear one of the greatest works of musical art in history this Christmas season, “The Messiah” written by Handel. Handel really is responsible for making Isaiah 9:6 a common Christmas passage. “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given and the government shall be upon his shoulder; and his name shall…

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Some have asked for more pictures of Carter so here are few more. I am so sleepy. If young couples were told how much sleep they would get the first few weeks after having a child, we would be a lot less populated society. Seriously, I do praise and thank God for the gift of life that he placed in…

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At long last here he is. My wife and I are happy to announce God’s little gift, Carter Stanley Johnson. He was born on December 8, 2005 at 2:14 pm. He is 7 lb. 4 oz. and 20 inches long. Mother and Carter are doing wonderfully.

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This is one of my personal experiences this fall. On Thursday, October 13, 2005, God taught me a valuable lesson. As an assistant pastor, I relish every chance I get to preach God’s Word. God gave me that opportunity in a way that I will never forget. Five days earlier a 23 year old girl that I had never met…

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