Grace: a license to sin?
After last week’s update for Christian Community Church of Clarksville, I was hit with quite a few irritated emails. Yes, it was expected. Quite frankly, I was hoping to get a few people riled up....
View ArticleNew flier for Christian Community Church of Clarksville
This is our new flier that will be posted around town. Its message is just what I’ve been sharing here. “We’re sorry for being self-righteous, judgmental bastards.” I wanted to thank Jay Bakker of...
View ArticleBut what if we offend someone with the word "bastards?"
Of late, there has been quite a bit of discussion among friends, family, and brethren over the fliers that we’re starting to distribute around town. There have been some VERY reasonable concerns...
View ArticleGrace: Revealing our secret, most powerful desire
Okay, before I even begin this next post on grace, I have a confession. As we continue to explore the concept of grace and all of its applications in the life of a Christian, we’re naturally going to...
View ArticleOf Passions and Commandments
That’s right, friends… it’s April 8, the biggest “church day” of the year, where people everywhere put on their freshest Sunday best, new suits, new dresses, and those oh-so-cute little suits for the...
View ArticleSam Sampson coming to Christian Community Church of Clarksville
Sam Sampson, pastor, teacher, and musician, will have a concert and sermon at 4:00 PM THIS SUNDAY, March 25 at The Riverview Inn! Some Clarksville residents might remember Sam from when he was pastor...
View ArticlePassion for God, Compassion for People
The more I use words like “love,” I am forced to consider the reality that its definition is as subjective as it is confusing. The English language is kind of awkward with some of its words, and “love”...
View ArticleDoes our love have a hook?
Recently, I had a conversation recently which focused on matters of faith and Christian ideals. The person I was talking with had her share of Christianity, and was nonplussed at many of the things...
View ArticleWe’re podcasting!
Well, it’s been a long time coming, and we’re officially podcasting our weekly sermons and teaching at CCC-Clarksville now! Here’s a link to the podcast site:...
View ArticleUpdates for Christian Community Church of Clarksville
Hey everyone! I hope you’re having a blessed day as you read this. If you’ve not been able to visit with us at CCC-Clarksville lately, we MISS YOU! Don’t forget, we have our weekly sermons and Bible...
View ArticleReflecting on Falwell’s passing
I offer my sincere condolences to his family and those closest to Jerry Falwell. They have lost a father, friend, and pastor. To many, he was a leader, a voice, and a statesman. To many others, he was...
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