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The Meaning of a White Lie by bob

July 19th, 2009

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“The Meaning of a White Lie”
(Genesis 12:10-20)
Corinth Reformed Church
150 Sixteenth Avenue NW
Hickory, North Carolina 28601
Robert M. Thompson, Pastor
July 19, 2009
 (© 2009 by Robert M. Thompson.  Unless otherwise indicated, Scriptures quoted are from The Holy Bible,
New International Version, Copyright 1978 by New York International Bible Society.)

In our depravity we transgress your holy commandments without end or [...]

Claude Abernethy was more than a parishioner to me; he was a friend, a colleague, and a support.  I suspect most of you feel the same way.  He was more than a business colleague, more than a fellow board member, more than someone you went to church with, even more than a father or grandfather.  [...]

Why So Much Calvin? by bob

July 13th, 2009

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At least a few of you are probably already weary of hearing about John Calvin’s 500th birthday (July 10).  Actually, I’m just getting started.  You’ll be hearing Calvin’s name from me for a few more weeks.
I’m well aware there are a few reasons people don’t want several consecutive weeks of Calvin name-dropping.
1.       He’s dead.

Chosen People by bob

July 12th, 2009

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“Chosen People”
(Genesis 12:1-9)
Corinth Reformed Church
150 Sixteenth Avenue NW
Hickory, North Carolina 28601
Robert M. Thompson, Pastor
July 12, 2009
 (© 2009 by Robert M. Thompson.  Unless otherwise indicated, Scriptures quoted are from The Holy Bible,
New International Version, Copyright 1978 by New York International Bible Society.)

There are three principles of the Christian faith – humility, humility, and humility.
A boy named [...]

Who is it? by bob

July 6th, 2009

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Whose life fits these facts?
·         He left the land of his birth by God’s calling to start a new movement.
·         He’s considered a spiritual father to many people of diverse faith.
·         Millions of people since the time he lived acknowledge his greatness.
·         The concept of covenant is key to understanding his legacy.
·         Those who look [...]