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# KARNS CHURCH OF CHRIST

A Church in Knoxville, TN

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- [Biblical Articles](https://karnschurch.org/articles/)
- ["The Truth Will Set You Free"](https://karnschurch.org/the-truth-will-set-you-free-2/) - Many in the world are familiar with the phrase “the truth will set you free,” which originates from John 8:32 - “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” Considering this biblical truth, what is the truth about Jesus? Jesus was in the very beginning, and through him all things
- [Our Service](https://karnschurch.org/our-service/) - Last Sunday’s sermon was “Same God. New Year.” Steve emphasized God doesn’t change; however, will 2026 find a new you (me) or someone who is content to continue old ways? Secondly, will we serve God with vigor and zeal more than before? Every Christian should strive to improve their service to God, and a good
- [In Your Brokenness](https://karnschurch.org/in-your-brokeness/) - There are times in life when you may be fearful, overwhelmed, or broken, and don’t really know what to do or if you can even keep on going. It may be because of sin you have committed or a situation you find yourself in that is causing great uncertainty or anguish. In these times, you
- [What Delights You?](https://karnschurch.org/what-delights-you-2/) - What do you think of when you think about being delighted? The dictionary defines delight as pleasing someone greatly, causing a high degree of satisfaction, and something that gives great pleasure. The world is full of many things that have the potential to delight us, some of these things are good things and some are
- [Pay Close Attention](https://karnschurch.org/pay-close-attention/) - Later this month, humans will once again attempt to orbit the moon. As you can imagine, strong navigation skills are essential for a successful mission. Compared to Mars, this mission is somewhat more straightforward because the destination is visible. However, mistakes can still occur, even when you can see exactly where you need to be.
- [Respect For the Things of God](https://karnschurch.org/respect-for-the-things-of-god/) - The respect one should have for the things of God is a lesson urgently needed today. We can begin with David’s treatment of the young man who claimed to have killed Saul. Upon learning of the deaths of Saul and Jonathan, David and all his men mourned and fasted. In 2 Samuel 1:14, David asks
- [Honor and Respect](https://karnschurch.org/honor-and-respect/) - Have you ever been surprised by someone’s actions showing honor and respect toward you or your family? I would like to share with you my memory of sister Shelba’s funeral procession. All of this took place in Crossville, TN. While heading out from the funeral home onto the main turnpike, we had a police
- [Additional Study Tools](https://karnschurch.org/additional-study-tools/) - One of the truths of life that I have learned and which has given me comfort is that anything that I have been through, I am not alone. Throughout life, I have read the Bible multiple times and still find passages that did not sink in during one of my previous readings. For this
- [Wonders](https://karnschurch.org/wonders/) - On that great day of Pentecost, the inspired Peter preached to the people who were gathered together. He spoke very boldly and truthfully to them without fear. He told them the wrongs they had committed and of the truth of salvation, but he also spoke of the power and the miracles of Jesus. Brother Rod
- [Intentional Living](https://karnschurch.org/intentional-living/) - We are all familiar with Galatians 5:22-23: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” But how about verse 24, which says, “And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.” This is a
- [Defining Down Deviancy](https://karnschurch.org/defining-down-deviancy/) - A 2025 Department of Defense investigation revealed that both the Army and the Navy had lowered recruitment standards in order to meet recruitment goals. In other words, they “Dumbed-Down” their standard in order to accommodate recruits with lower mental and physical abilities. It’s not just the Department of Defense; it’s our culture. Since our prisons
- [The Salvation Army: To Give or Not to Give](https://karnschurch.org/the-salvation-army-to-give-or-not-to-give/) - I wish you well as you brave the cold winter weather, the agitated shoppers, and the long lines at the check-out stands. Along with these holiday standards are the “soldiers” from the Salvation Army, ringing bells and soliciting donations to help the needy. The Salvation Army raises approximately $100 million through these holiday donations. Their
- [I Have Been Looking For Someone](https://karnschurch.org/i-have-been-looking-for-someone/) - I have been looking for someone for nearly the entirety of my forty-two years of preaching. Yet, he remains elusive. I have never met him. I heard of him when I lived in West Virginia, and when we moved to Kentucky, the church there knew of him as well. Then, of all things, when we
- [Abide](https://karnschurch.org/abide/) - “Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do
- [Family Traditions](https://karnschurch.org/family-traditions/) - Every Christmas Eve, my wife’s family gathers to celebrate traditions that I’ve grown to love over the years. We share a meal, tell familiar and new stories, and reflect on the past year, often celebrating weddings, babies, new jobs, and meaningful experiences. We share life together, supporting and loving one another with joy and laughter.
- [A Hospital Room](https://karnschurch.org/a-hospital-room/) - I’ve been fortunate in life not to spend much time in hospitals. Our family has been blessed with good health. But last week, that changed. I found myself sitting in a hospital room beside my dad after his surgery, doing my best to care for him, though most of the night was spent simply watching,
- [Get Out](https://karnschurch.org/get-out/) - In the book of Revelation, a voice cries out from heaven, saying, “Come out of her, my people, lest you share in her sins and receive her plagues” (Rev 18:4). Or perhaps more powerfully, “Get out.” But what does this mean? The preceding chapter reveals that she is a “great city which reigns over the
- [Is Christianity Relevant?](https://karnschurch.org/is-christianity-relevant/) - It can be frustrating when we try to share the good news about Jesus, especially when it seems that Christianity has no relevance in people’s lives. They may believe in God, but committing to a religious practice often feels like a barrier. This can leave us feeling dejected and powerless, as if our efforts are
- [Miracles in the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/miracles-in-the-bible-2/) - In Psalm 119:160 David says, "The entirety of Thy Word is true." That great chapter (incidentally, the longest chapter in the Bible), has to do almost exclusively with the Word of God. Over and over, David uses the phrase “Word of God,” but in verse 160 he is says, "Thy word is true from the
- [Must Jesus Bear the Cross Alone?](https://karnschurch.org/must-jesus-bear-the-cross-alone-2/) - In 1693, Thomas Shepherd wrote the song entitled "Must Jesus Bear the Cross Alone." Two of the verses of that song read as follows: Must Jesus bear the cross alone,and all the world go free?No, there's a cross for everyone,and there's a cross for me. The consecrated cross I'll bear,till he shall set me free,and
- [Kindness in the Midst of Our Trials](https://karnschurch.org/kindness-in-the-midst-of-our-trials/) - Life is filled with challenges — some seen, some hidden deep within our hearts. Whether it’s a heavy burden we carry, a disappointment we didn’t expect, or a season of waiting that tests our faith, trials are part of our shared human experience. Yet, in these moments of struggle, God calls us to something powerful:
- [Humility, Service, and Submission](https://karnschurch.org/humility-service-and-submission/) - Part of humility involves valuing others above self (Phil. 2:3) and submitting ourselves to God’s will (James 4:6,7). Christ is the perfect example of humility, service, and submission in many ways. One example is found in Philippians 2:3-11, where we see that we are not to be selfish or conceited, but humble. We are to
- [Humility](https://karnschurch.org/humility/) - Humility should be part of every Christian’s character (Col. 3:12-17). A humble spirit will: Count others better than themself - “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself” (Phil. 2:3). Show respect to others (especially those older) and be accountable to others
- [Gifts From God](https://karnschurch.org/gifts-from-god/) - In Matthew 25:14-30, we read the Parable of the Talents. The master gave one servant 5 talents, another 2 talents, and a third 1 talent. While the master was away on his journey, two of the servants traded and doubled their talents, while the third servant hid his and did nothing with it. When the
- [How Will You Act?](https://karnschurch.org/how-will-you-act/) - “But I say to you who hear, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from one who takes away your cloak do not withhold your tunic either. Give
- [Salt and Light](https://karnschurch.org/salt-and-light/) - With all of the social and political chaos occurring around us in the world, we, as Christians, are called to be a healing salve of salt and light. Matthew 5:13-16 says, “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how can it be made salty again? It is no
- [Rise This Fall](https://karnschurch.org/rise-this-fall/) - This fall, we are entering a season of new beginnings. The leaves are changing, football is in the air, and school is back in full swing. Here at Karns, we are also launching our fall season of fellowship events and activities. We must be careful not to slip back into old patterns of thinking about
- [Wonderful Sounds](https://karnschurch.org/wonderful-sounds/) - I absolutely love it when we all come together to worship our Lord on the first day of the week as we are command to do. Now on the first day of the week when the disciples came together to break bread… (Acts 20:7). It fills my heart with joy to take part in the
- [Do You Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness?](https://karnschurch.org/do-you-hunger-and-thirst-for-righteousness/) - I love this group of Christians, who compose the church in Karns. I hope you know how special you are. In my 42 years of ministry, I have visited hundreds of congregations, and few, if any, approach the level of spirituality and Christian service quite like Karns. One way our congregation stands out to visitors
- [One Family - Deacons](https://karnschurch.org/one-family-deacons/) - As we focus on the theme of ONE family this year, a vital part of our Karns family are the deacons. Karns is blessed to have seventeen men serving as deacons, and we give thanks for their service in the Lord’s kingdom. Jesus Christ is head of the church; however, scripture provides the structure for
- [Back to School](https://karnschurch.org/back-to-school-2/) - As summer fades, the excitement and anticipation of a new school year is upon us. These times can be very scary and exciting for students and parents. This is a time of new routines, new friends, and seeing old friends. For parents, it can also be stressful. We have questions and worry about the challenges
- [Rest](https://karnschurch.org/rest/) - In our culture, busyness is praised and held up like a badge of honor. We glorify over-packed schedules, filling our calendars to the brim. If I am honest, I struggle with this all the time. I always want to be on the move. The world has taught me, and maybe even you, that taking time
- [Showing Reverence](https://karnschurch.org/showing-reverence/) - Let’s discuss reverence towards God. Throughout the writing of the Old Testament, we see this mentioned multiple times. Deuteronomy 5 describes God instructing the Israelites on how to show proper reverence. This begins with the Ten Commandments and includes laws regarding purity, holiness, and worship. One of the purposes of these strict laws was to
- [Return to Joy](https://karnschurch.org/return-to-joy/) - If you are a Christian, you are assured in scripture that you can have joy in life. In fact, it is a fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22-23). The joy discussed in scripture is not derived from your status in life such as wealth, family, or job title. Instead, it comes from knowing that no
- [When Tempted, Make Mental Note](https://karnschurch.org/when-tempted-make-mental-note/) - As a young boy, I always looked forward to visiting my grandfather's farm. One day I climbed high in the hay barn to retrieve several bales of hay. As I was sitting at the top of the stack, I felt a sharp prick in my back. I turned around to see a snake. I didn't
- [Does Satan Attend Services More Than You?](https://karnschurch.org/does-satan-attend-services-more-than-you/) - And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. So it is no surprise if his servants, also, disguise themselves as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their deeds (2 Corinthians 11:14-15, ESV). Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the
- [Am I Too Timid?](https://karnschurch.org/am-i-too-timid/) - Before we realize it, a few weeks will pass, and Summer will be coming to an end. That reminds me of an observation made by the prophet Jeremiah. He said, “The harvest is past, The summer is ended, And we are not saved” (Jeremiah 8:20).It could be that some of us have not been saved
- [Are You Planning the Right Trip?](https://karnschurch.org/are-you-planning-the-right-trip/) - Summer is here, and many families are in full vacation-planning mode. Whether it’s a road trip across the country, a week at the beach, or a once-in-a-lifetime overseas adventure, we tend to pour time and energy into planning the perfect getaway. We check reviews, compare prices, pack carefully, and make sure every detail is in
- ["I Can Fix Anything"](https://karnschurch.org/i-can-fix-anything/) - Our culture revolves around self-reliance. If you can’t figure it out yourself, tough luck. The danger of this mindset is that it leads to a self-reliance in our faith in which we seek to try and figure it out all on our own. When we operate off this assumption, we don’t learn how to rely
- [Defending the Truth with a Broken Sword:  “Peter Could Not Be the Pope – He Was Married”](https://karnschurch.org/defending-the-truth-with-a-broken-sword-peter-could-not-be-the-pope-he-was-married/) - I am borrowing this title from our late brother, Wayne Jackson. Wayne had a series of lessons under this title in which he challenged the sometimes flawed reasoning of some brethren. When trying to arrive at truth, we must use sound reasoning.Someone may ask, “Does it matter if the reasoning is flawed as long as
- [Appointments](https://karnschurch.org/appointments/) - Appointments are important. When you make an appointment with someone you and they are committing to be there at the time of the appointment. If you do not keep your commitment you are basically breaking a promise. People do it all the time. Sometimes it is due to circumstances outside their control, sometimes from an
- [The Hardest Part is Asking](https://karnschurch.org/the-hardest-part-is-asking/) - For me, the most challenging part of evangelism isn’t conducting Bible studies or knocking on doors—it’s finding the courage to ask someone to study. That moment carries the greatest tension, where all the effort either bears fruit or falls flat. It’s when a person chooses to accept or reject your invitation. In many ways, asking
- [An Oft Asked Question](https://karnschurch.org/an-oft-asked-question/) - How many times have you heard the question, “Why does God allow good people to suffer?” One way to answer that question is to simply say, “Well, that’s only happened once, and the reason God allowed it was so that Jesus could save us.” After all, he alone is good and righteous. However, that
- [Your Mission](https://karnschurch.org/your-mission/) - Does the state of our country’s morality get to you? Do you let politics and disagreements boil your blood? Does the unfairness of it all get under your skin and make you want to either explode or turn your back? If any of the above is true, then we need to re-ground ourselves and ask,
- [Life Without a Prom](https://karnschurch.org/life-without-a-prom/) - Before picking out a dress or a tux, or helping your children do so, I would like for you to weigh the following thoughts concerning the Prom. First, let me answer the question, “Is dancing wrong?” Listen to me, my answer is “No, not necessarily.” There is no sin in moving one’s feet to the
- [A Family With Favor](https://karnschurch.org/a-family-with-favor/) - When we read the early chapters of Acts, one striking aspect is the quality of the early family of God. They not only spent time together but also had “favor with all the people” (Acts 2:47). They were well-respected by the community for their actions and attitudes. This raises an important question for us: Are
- [The Approachability of God](https://karnschurch.org/the-approachability-of-god-2/) - As you know, I talk to my daughters about bulletin article topics. I have come to appreciate and respect the depth of thought that they have about spiritual matters. I was talking to one of them about my article this week. As I write this, she is on study abroad with Freed-Hardeman University and currently
- [HERmeneutics](https://karnschurch.org/hermeneutics/) - Unfortunately, churches have always struggled against being influenced by the values of the cultures that surround them. For instance, the city of Corinth was known for its immorality, and it’s no surprise that immorality had also crept into the church there (1 Corinthians 5). Today, our culture highly values the equality of men and women,
- [Redeeming the Time](https://karnschurch.org/redeeming-the-time/) - How can we make good use of our time in 2025 to glorify God? Ephesians chapter 5 offers the following: A. Verses 15-17 indicate we are to “walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time” and “understand what the will of the Lord is.” Circumspectly means carefully in a manner that exhibits
- [As a Preacher, I Desire...](https://karnschurch.org/as-a-preacher-i-desire/) - The Knowledge to be Truthful. A preacher can never stop being a student of God’s word. He should enter the pulpit with trepidation. Speaking for God must not be taken lightly (James 3:1). A preacher does not want to be guilty of “not speaking of God what is right” (Job 42:8). He needs to be
- [How Will They Believe?](https://karnschurch.org/how-will-they-believe/) - Some denominations today teach a doctrine rooted in Calvinism, which holds that the Holy Spirit grants the gift of faith, enabling people to believe in the Gospel. This perspective suggests that faith is passive; it is not something we can achieve but rather something God does for us. However, the problem with this claim is
- [Stronger Together](https://karnschurch.org/stronger-together/) - Two are better than one,Because they have a good reward for their labor.For if they fall, one will lift up his companion.But woe to him who is alone when he falls,For he has no one to help him up.Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm;But how can one be warm alone? Though
- [Religious Titles in the Church](https://karnschurch.org/religious-titles-in-the-church/) - In Matthew 23:8-10 Jesus taught his disciples not to wear religious titles. Such titles were coveted by the Scribes and Pharisees, who wanted the praise of men. However, Jesus said that his disciples should not wear such titles of distinction, for they were “all brethren.” This is why we do not address our preachers with
- [Can We Celebrate Christmas?](https://karnschurch.org/can-we-celebrate-christmas/) - With the holiday season upon us, we may wonder if it is wrong for Christians today to celebrate Christmas in ways like putting up a Christmas tree and giving gifts. We hear of Christmas Day being designated as the birth date of our Lord, even though nothing is found in the New Testament stating such.
- [Jesus' Weird Math](https://karnschurch.org/jesus-weird-math/) - I do not like math, but I understand it serves an important purpose in our world. Jesus had a way of doing math that confused and called us to rethink our world. For example, Luke records in Luke 15:4 “What man among you, if he has a hundred sheep and has lost one of them,
- [Betting On God](https://karnschurch.org/betting-on-god/) - Why are you a Christian? Are you a Christian to please your family? Are you a Christian because it brings you comfort or offers some benefit? Are you a Christian out of fear of hell? Do you see it as the safest choice? Your reasoning may differ, but how we answer this question reveals the
- [Qualms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs](https://karnschurch.org/qualms-hymns-and-spiritual-songs/) - The apostle Paul instructed the church at Colossae to “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord” (Colossians 3:16). Note that not only is our singing directed to the Lord,
- [A Hedge of Thorns](https://karnschurch.org/a-hedge-of-thorns/) - Not long ago, I read a memoir of a man who lived and died over 200 years ago. His name was John Carrol, and he died at the young age of twenty-two years. Instead of being bitter about his circumstances (e.g., the death of both his parents and his illnesses), he was somehow able to
- [Working Together in Time of Need](https://karnschurch.org/working-together-in-time-of-need/) - The Scripture tells us in 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 (ESV): “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which
- [Religious Truth](https://karnschurch.org/religious-truth/) - As Jesus taught the multitudes, some would come to believe in him and others would reject him. To those who believed in him, he said, "If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free" (John 8.31ff). We have here the
- [Is the Invitation Biblical?](https://karnschurch.org/is-the-invitation-biblical/) - Recently, there has been considerable discussion about the practice of extending an invitation at the end of a sermon. Here are a few contributions to that discussion that may be valuable. First, we should recognize that the modern practice of the invitation originated in the 18th and 19th centuries through revivalists like John Wesley and
- [Leadership Camp](https://karnschurch.org/leadership-camp-2/) - The things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also (2 Timothy 2:2). Likewise urge the young men to be sensible; in all things show yourself to be an example of good deeds, with purity in doctrine, dignified,
- [Welcoming Hearts](https://karnschurch.org/welcoming-hearts/) - We are blessed to gather on the first day of the week to worship the Father and to build up the brethren through song, prayer, partaking of communion, reading and preaching God’s word, and giving to further the work of the kingdom. We are also blessed to have visitors each week, and it is encouraging
- ["Life Is a Highway"](https://karnschurch.org/life-is-a-highway/) - This past week, a group of just over forty of us traveled across the state for our Summer Advance. We worshiped, laughed, and enjoyed being God’s people together. The verses that seemed to ring through all the lessons were Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own
- [Is Your Cup Half Empty or Full?](https://karnschurch.org/is-your-cup-half-empty-or-full/) - I want to discuss the well-known idiom that asks whether the cup is half empty or half full. A person who sees a cup as half full is usually more optimistic and focuses on what is already present in the cup. Someone who sees the cup as half empty is more pessimistic, focusing on what
- [Be Strong and Very Courageous](https://karnschurch.org/be-strong-and-very-courageous-2/) - “Only be strong and very courageous; be careful to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may have success wherever you go” (Joshua 1:7, NASB). After the death of Moses, God appointed Joshua to lead
- [One Generation Away From Ruin](https://karnschurch.org/one-generation-away-from-ruin/) - How many generations does it take for a faithful group of people to fall away from the LORD? For Israel, it only took one. We might think that after God delivered them from Egypt, parted the Red Sea, gave them a land to dwell in, and drove out their enemies, the people of Israel would
- [Lectureship Week](https://karnschurch.org/lectureship-week/) - I can think of no greater obligation or responsibility that an eldership has than to ensure that the church is provided with biblical instruction and motivation to put that instruction into practice. In spite of technology and handy resources at our fingertips, statistics tell us that Americans are more biblically illiterate today than we were
- [Walk This Way](https://karnschurch.org/walk-this-way/) - When I use the phrase “walk this way”, I am not referring to the song by Aerosmith. I am thinking about a brief comment Steve made as a side note in class last Sunday. He said you cannot walk with God and with Satan because they are traveling in opposite directions. This got me thinking
- [A Story Misspoken](https://karnschurch.org/a-story-misspoken/) - As we focus on the theme of “One Family” this year, I am reminded of my church family as a child and some memorable lessons. A teacher taught us a valuable lesson on gossip by conducting a common exercise; he whispered something to the first person in the front row who in turn whispered it
- [Spring Storms](https://karnschurch.org/spring-storms/) - This time of year is very exciting! It is a time of new growth, bringing spring flowers and a newness in life with the birds and forest animals. This time also brings those spring storms which we expect each year, allowing us to prepare for them. Wouldn’t it be a little easier if we knew
- [What Makes a Successful Church?](https://karnschurch.org/what-makes-a-successful-church/) - The answer to that question depends on whom you ask. Most people think a successful church is measured in large numbers, big budgets, programs that meet their needs, and state-of-the-art facilities. However, none of those “standards” are proof of success. In fact, each one of those standards could just as well be present in a
- [Believe](https://karnschurch.org/believe/) - How many times in our discussions with friends or co-workers has the subject of baptism come up, and they have responded with, “That’s not necessary; you only have to believe in Jesus.” Denominational followers subscribe to the idea that belief is the only requirement for salvation. Let’s examine what the Bible says about this matter.
- [The Approachability of God](https://karnschurch.org/the-approachability-of-god/) - As you know, I talk to my daughters about bulletin article topics. I have come to appreciate and respect the depth of thought that they have about spiritual matters. I was talking to one of them about my article this week. As I write this, she is on study abroad with Freed-Hardeman University and currently
- [In Your Striving Against Sin...](https://karnschurch.org/in-your-striving-against-sin/) - Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin. As a result, he does not live the rest of his earthly life for evil human desires, but rather for the will of God”(1 Peter 4:1, ESV). Fighting against
- [Choose Your Friends Wisely](https://karnschurch.org/choose-your-friends-wisely/) - Through the years, I have had parents periodically ask me if they had a right to have a say in the friendships of their children. Every time I have been asked that question, I have had to curb the passion and enthusiasm with which I wanted to answer. However, my answer still came out as
- [One Big Happy Family!](https://karnschurch.org/one-big-happy-family/) - Someone once told me that my family was one big happy family, and I took it as a tremendous compliment. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if the same could be said about our church family? As children of God, we are brothers and sisters in Him and should strive to become one big happy family. "Father
- ["Say You're Sorry!"](https://karnschurch.org/say-youre-sorry/) - How often have you been told to "say you're sorry," or told your child to "say you're sorry"? It is important in training a child to teach humility, kindness, empathy, honesty, forgiveness, and many other principles involved in Christian living. Have you ever considered that using the phrase, "say you're sorry" could be the wrong
- [The Letter of the Law vs The Spirit of the Law](https://karnschurch.org/the-letter-of-the-law-vs-the-spirit-of-the-law/) - By Steve Higginbotham "[God] made us sufficient as ministers of the new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life." (2 Corinthians 3:6). A common application of the above passage goes something like this... "While the "letter of the law" may state one thing, the
- [Redeeming the Time in 2025](https://karnschurch.org/redeeming-the-time-in-2025/) - How can we make good use of our time in 2025 to glorify God? Ephesians chapter 5 offers the following: A. Verses 15-17 indicate we are to “walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time” and “understand what the will of the Lord is.” Circumspectly means carefully in a manner that
- [His Word](https://karnschurch.org/his-word/) - God created each one of us in his image, but as humans, we are all very different. We all see things differently, handle situations differently, and we like and dislike many different things. Regardless, there is one thing we can and should agree on, God’s word! The Bible is God’s Instruction Manual given to us
- [Seasons](https://karnschurch.org/seasons/) - "To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven: A time to be born, And a time to die; A time to plant, And a time to pluck what is planted; A time to kill, And a time to heal; A time to break down, And a time to build up;
- [Fishers of Men](https://karnschurch.org/fishers-of-men/) - In Matthew 4:19, Jesus tells his disciples to follow him and become fishers among men. As fishermen, they were used to spending many hours at sea catching large quantities of fish with nets or using a line to catch fish one at a time. Sometimes they were successful, but sometimes they caught nothing. In John
- [Reflecting](https://karnschurch.org/reflecting/) - It is the time of year where we as a culture typically take some time to reflect on the past year and assess if there are any areas where we want to make changes for the next year. There are many areas of our lives where we might consider changing our behaviors. Some may focus
- [Shaping of Our Lives](https://karnschurch.org/shaping-of-our-lives/) - It’s the holiday season, which means eating too much and committing to losing it in January. As the saying goes, “You are what you eat.” The things we put in our stomach can literally change our bodies. While not exactly a spiritual principle, there is a shared kernel of truth here. The things we pursue
- [The Ship's Rudder](https://karnschurch.org/the-ships-rudder/) - In our daily walk, we constantly struggle with several stumbling blocks. Controlling our tongue is one of the difficulties we deal with. The book of James is filled with the most valuable advice relating to human emotion. James said, “For we all stumble in many things. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is
- [Which is the Oldest?](https://karnschurch.org/which-is-the-oldest/) - If I were to ask you which is oldest, the telephone, the radio, or the fax machine, what would you guess? I would think that most of you would guess either the telephone or the radio. You might not know between the two, which is older, but you’re probably sure that both were invented before
- [Giving Thanks](https://karnschurch.org/giving-thanks/) - The Mayo Clinic reports that expressing gratitude is associated with a host of mental and physical benefits. They say if there were a pill that would give these benefits, then everyone would be taking it. Studies have shown that being thankful can improve mood, sleep, and even immunity. It can decrease depression, anxiety, chronic pain,
- [One Church, Many Members](https://karnschurch.org/one-church-many-members/) - The human body is an amazing and wonderful creation of God. The body’s complex systems and members work together to ensure a fully functioning body. More importantly, the body of Christ (the church) is a truly amazing and wonderful blessing from God. The church consists of many members who work together ensuring a fully functioning
- [Get Plugged In](https://karnschurch.org/get-plugged-in/) - Eli had surgery to repair a torn labrum and was released to play baseball 2 days before his senior season. He was way behind in hitting because he hadn’t swung a bat in 5 months. He told me it was ok because the coach was going to use him as runner and he would do
- [Grow](https://karnschurch.org/grow/) - As the years go by in our faith, we can sometimes become accustomed to life as it is and forget to focus on growth. This, I believe, is an unfortunate habit for many of us. Of course, this becomes a problem for the household of faith, which is called to take the things God has
- [Giving Aid](https://karnschurch.org/giving-aid/) - With all of the devastation in Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia due to the recent hurricane, I have been completely blown away by the outpouring of love and concern for others. At Karns alone, what we thought would be under $10,000 to aid our sister churches in the affected areas, was over $60,000. WOW! I
- [You Get to Choose](https://karnschurch.org/you-get-to-choose/) - Last Sunday, Steve presented a two-part lesson on two of the characteristics of God: His goodness and His severity. Steve’s lessons reminded me of something Christy and I would tell our children as we parented them through the years, which is, “You get to choose your parent.” This did not mean that they controlled who
- [How Strong is Your Belief in Satan?](https://karnschurch.org/how-strong-is-your-belief-in-satan/) - Over the last few years, I have been blessed to spend time with many of our new Christians here at Karns. One of the surprising outcomes of this work is that my belief in Satan has grown stronger. No, I haven’t become a Satanist or anything of that nature, but I am more acutely aware
- [Evangelism in Large Churches](https://karnschurch.org/evangelism-in-large-churches/) - How do you implement congregational evangelism in a larger church? Turning a large ship takes more time, so how do we do it? Integrate with existing ministries rather than trying to compete with them. Large churches often have established, long-running programs such as L2L, VBS, youth activities, and education. Many dedicated volunteers are already serving in
- [Knocking Doors](https://karnschurch.org/knocking-doors/) - By Spencer Clark This past week, several members of our congregation have been engaged in an active door-knocking campaign throughout the Karns, Powell, and Amherst communities. Around 27 Karns members and Southeast students knocked on over 1,600 doors and completed around 50 neighborhoods. As a result, we have about 71 new contacts to follow up
- [Connection](https://karnschurch.org/connection/) - Over time, we have found that people require many things to survive and thrive. The bare necessities – food, shelter, and water, are easy to see and understand. Yet I would then add a fourth thing: connection to other people and, more importantly, our God, our Creator. God created man in His image, which I
- [The Preacher's Wife](https://karnschurch.org/the-preachers-wife/) - Through the years, many students have arrived at preaching school whose wives have been a bit concerned about whether they could meet the expectations of being a “Preacher’s Wife. Since I’ve been pretty close to a “preacher’s wife” for the past 40 years, I thought I would risk presumption and weigh in on this issue.So
- [Every Day](https://karnschurch.org/every-day/) - “And he said to them, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.” This infers that the Christian must follow Christ every day. Perhaps the best item to look at regarding following Christ every day would be daily study. Acts 17:11 says, “These
- [Who Can Stop Us?](https://karnschurch.org/who-can-stop-us/) - As I pen this article, the date is September 27. That’s a significant date to me because on this same date, September 27, 2009, 15 years ago to the day, it was announced that Kim and I would be moving to Karns. During these past 15 years, there have been countless changes. Many people who
- [Have You Forgotten You Died?](https://karnschurch.org/have-you-forgotten-you-died/) - Paul reminds us in Romans 6:1-4, “What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it? Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death?
- [Fine Print](https://karnschurch.org/fine-print/) - Promotional offers, sweepstakes, new internet and wireless services, car and home purchases, and contracts in general all have one thing in common - the “fine print”. Many individuals take a “30,000 foot elevation” view of such documents and either skim or look beyond the “fine print”, as it can be filled with legal terms and
- [The Truth and Nothing But the Truth!](https://karnschurch.org/the-truth-and-nothing-but-the-truth/) - “Do you agree strongly, agree somewhat, disagree somewhat, or disagree strongly with the following statement: There is no such thing as absolute truth; different people can define truth in conflicting ways and still be correct.” How would you answer the above query? George Barna, in his book What Americans Believe, found that 72% of the
- [Here I Am, Send Me](https://karnschurch.org/here-i-am-send-me/) - I recently went to Bojangles to try their new chicken wings and learned that the employee who was talking with me was in training. I let him know that was completely understandable and to take his time. We have all been in this worker's position at some point in our lives. This conversation made me
- [The Preacher's Importance](https://karnschurch.org/the-preachers-importance/) - The late gospel preacher Leroy Brownlow reportedly said, “No church will ever outgrow its parking lot or its pulpit.” If I might presume to modify that, I would add, “No church will ever outgrow its parking, its pews, and its pulpit.” Whether that should be the case or not is another discussion, but I
- [Where Are You?](https://karnschurch.org/where-are-you/) - In Genesis chapter 3, we learn much about Satan, man, and God. It was a time when Adam and Eve lived in the Garden of Eden and God walked on the earth. They had everything they needed and God had told Adam there was only one rule. They must not eat of the tree of
- [Commit](https://karnschurch.org/commit/) - There are six words I constantly think of as a Christian, a minister, and a guide for my students. I didn’t invent them; I am not the first to use them nor hope to be the last. The first of these words is “commit”. Everyone must decide what they will be dedicated to. There is
- [Sowing Spiritual Seeds](https://karnschurch.org/sowing-spiritual-seeds/) - Twenty-six years ago, we bought the property that we have today. We tried for many years to build a garden and even plant fruit trees, but all attempts were unsuccessful. Unbeknownst to us, we had black walnut trees on the property. We discovered you can’t grow anything within fifty yards of a black walnut tree because
- [Train Up Your Children and Yourselves](https://karnschurch.org/train-up-your-children-and-yourselves/) - Christy and I have 4 daughters. When they were very young, we started teaching them 3 very basic but critical lessons: 1) listen for the sound of my voice, 2) come when I call, and 3) do what I ask the first time. These are necessary things to instill in every child for them to
- [Finding Your Place in Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/finding-your-place-in-evangelism/) - Every Christian has a role to play in evangelism. It is part of our identity as followers of Jesus (Matthew 28:19-20). However, even though we are one body, we have diverse members and functions (Rom 12:4-6). Not all of us are teachers or evangelists (1 Cor 12:29), but we should all be evangelistic. While not
- [Fill in the Blank](https://karnschurch.org/fill-in-the-blank-2/) - In a moment, I am going to give you the opportunity to “fill in the blank” with either the word, “and” or the word, “but.” Although you may not recognize the passage I am about to share with you, I want you to insert the word you think best fits the context and belongs in
- [New Beginnings](https://karnschurch.org/new-beginnings-2/) - For most, the year starts on January 1st, but for many of us, our lives revolve around a school calendar. Ever since I was little, the year always seemed to start in August. The first week of school came with new friends, new classes, and a choice… Who will I be this year? For many
- [The Secret to Church Growth](https://karnschurch.org/the-secret-to-church-growth/) - Does your church want to grow? I believe most churches want more baptisms, numerical growth, and to see their pews filled with eager listeners. We don’t want to grow for the wrong reasons (think Joel Osteen), but we don’t always know why we aren’t growing or how to fix it. So we try to solve
- [Loitering Around Useless Words](https://karnschurch.org/loitering-around-useless-words/) - Do people feel social media has a positive or negative impact on society? That was the question at the heart of a Pew Research poll conducted a few years ago. The results showed most Americans felt social media had a negative impact on society. What is interesting is despite these overwhelming feelings, the use of
- [Be Strong and Very Courageous](https://karnschurch.org/be-strong-and-very-courageous/) - "Only be strong and very courageous; be careful to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may have success wherever you go" (Joshua 1:7 NASB). After the death of Moses, God appointed Joshua to lead
- [Daily Religion](https://karnschurch.org/daily-religion-2/) - “And he said to them, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.” In Luke 9:23, we are reminded by the Lord to “take up (our) cross DAILY” – not just on the first day of the week, but every day. In this
- [If I Had Three (Or More) Wishes](https://karnschurch.org/if-i-had-three-or-more-wishes/) - The political season is upon us. Two parties who want to shape the future of America, but each in their own way, have ramped up the rhetoric. Then, sadly a young man attempted to assassinate the former president last Sunday. Since then, the nation has been abuzz! Everyone is talking. Social media has exploded. Everyone
- [Our Example is Stronger than Our Words!](https://karnschurch.org/our-examples-are-stronger-than-our-words/) - By Gregg Woodall When Jesus had finished washing the disciples' feet, he asked them a simple question: "Do you know what I have done to you?" Jesus also gave them the answer, "For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done to you" (John 13:12, 15). Paul
- [God and Family](https://karnschurch.org/god-and-family/) - Earthly choices can drive one’s faithfulness to God if permitted. Work, recreation, and hobbies can distract and take precedence over one’s service to God. While these activities are not inherently wrong, one must guard against things and “stuff” that redirect focus away from God. Sometimes a family member (grandparent, parent, spouse, etc.) can influence another
- [Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/salvation-benner/) - The dictionary defines salvation as deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss. In spiritual terms it is deliverance from sin and its consequences. We can say that deliverance from sin is the theme of the Bible. We learn that salvation from sin comes only through our Lord, Jesus Christ. A common expression these days is, "What
- [Starting Small](https://karnschurch.org/starting-small/) - Doing something new can be intimidating. We work really hard to avoid doing things that make us uncomfortable, sometimes going to greater lengths and effort just to avoid them! We may never even try just because we are afraid of doing something new or challenging. Evangelism is like this for many people. It seems to
- [What Delights You?](https://karnschurch.org/what-delights-you/) - What do you think of when you think about being delighted? The dictionary defines delight as pleasing someone greatly, causing a high degree of satisfaction, and something that gives great pleasure. The world is full of many things that have the potential to delight us, some of these things are good things and some are
- [Friend in Need](https://karnschurch.org/friend-in-need/) - While I was on my way to get more chicken feed in Oak Ridge, I saw a person ahead of me jogging. It was a cold, cloudy morning which is not the kind of day I would picture someone being out for a jog. As I got closer, I noticed the runner was pushing something,
- [It's Hard to Imagine](https://karnschurch.org/its-hard-to-imagine/) - Imagine if there were a way we could go back in time to the 1st century and be given an opportunity to speak to those people about life in the 21st century. How much of what we take for granted on a daily basis would they be able to comprehend? Imagine trying to explain television,
- [Truth:  What Is It?](https://karnschurch.org/truth-what-is-it/) - Before he washed his hands of the guilt of crucifying Jesus, Pilot said to Jesus “What is truth?” (John 18:38) Man has long struggled with this question. Many in our society have lost sight of truth and of the ability to reach rational conclusions about truth. Aristotle said absolute truth (Sophia) is knowable. Aristotle also
- [Serving Out of Love](https://karnschurch.org/serving-out-of-love/) - The older you get, the more you wonder where your get up and go, got up and went. We recently drove to West Tennessee and back for a weekend visit for our grandson's second birthday. Was it a tiring drive? Yes. Was it a lot of playtime with Webb? Yes. Was it a burden? No.
- [They Could Not Drive Them Out](https://karnschurch.org/they-could-not-drive-them-out/) - The beginning of Joshua chapter 15 explains the territory Joshua is dividing for the tribe of Judah obtained through their conquest and God's promise. At the end of the chapter, there is a subtle mention in the last verse that this was not completely accomplished. "As for the Jebusites, the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the children
- [Follow Your Heart](https://karnschurch.org/follow-your-heart/) - The more we are immersed in the world, the harder it can be to see the contrast between the world’s view of life and that of Jesus Christ. We hear popular sayings like “Follow your heart,” “Believe in yourself,” “Discover yourself,” or “Be true to yourself.” These kinds of statements are everywhere, from t-shirts to
- [Transactional Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/transactional-salvation/) - What motivated you to first become a Christian? Was it a powerful sermon, the realization of your sinful state, or the fear of judgment? For me, it was the realization that I wasn’t ready for Jesus’s return. Jesus himself regularly discussed discipleship as inheriting eternal life and avoiding punishment (Matt 19:29; John 3:15). However, if
- [May I Have This Dance?](https://karnschurch.org/may-i-have-this-dance/) - Several years ago, I was assigned to preach on the topic of “The Dangers of the Modern Dance” at a lectureship in West Virginia. Knowing the average age of the attendees of this lectureship being around 60-70 years of age, I jokingly told my wife that the greatest danger of the modern dance for this audience
- [The Measure of a Preacher](https://karnschurch.org/the-measure-of-a-preacher/) - Paul instructed young Timothy to “Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching” (2 Tim. 4:2). Again, in verse 5, he writes, “As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.” How exactly does one
- [A Time For Everything Under Heaven](https://karnschurch.org/a-time-for-everything-under-heaven/) - Solomon, a very wise man, wrote, “To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven” (Ecclesiastes 3:1). He then gave a series of contrasts such as a time to laugh and a time to mourn. In 3:7b he wrote, “A time to keep silence, and a time to speak.” Every Christian
- [Exercise Your Right](https://karnschurch.org/exercise-your-right-2/) - These days we hear a lot about our rights. We are fortunate to live in a country where we have rights as a citizen, guaranteed by the Constitution. We learn in Acts 22:28 that Paul was born a Roman citizen which gave him certain rights. Elsewhere in Acts, we see him claiming his rights in
- [On Multi-Generational Christianity](https://karnschurch.org/on-multi-generational-christianity/) - While talking with my dad last week, I discovered I am at least a fifth-generation Christian. This is something incredible that few people have. I have the privilege of knowing that all of my relatives who helped make me the Christian man I am today were surrounded and taught by Christian relatives- at least four
- [You Say](https://karnschurch.org/you-say/) - I would like to share the song “You Say” by Lauren Daigle. The lyrics are: “I keep fighting voices in my mind that say I'm not enoughEvery single lie that tells me I will never measure upAm I more than just the sum of every high and every lowRemind me once again just who I
- [Are You Proactive or Reactive?](https://karnschurch.org/are-you-proactive-or-reactive/) - In one of my previous bulletin articles I mentioned how I often call or text my daughters to connect with them and pursue a relationship with them even though they are adults now. We talk about how they are doing and what has been on their minds lately. I based that previous article off of
- [Neutral](https://karnschurch.org/neutral-2/) - We have heard a lot recently of the world engaging in wars, nation against nation and league against league. However, some nations decline to take any part in the conflict. Though they may have many commercial relationships and other forms of contact with other nations at war, they have chosen to remain neutral as long
- [I Want to Ride With My Dad](https://karnschurch.org/i-want-to-ride-with-my-dad-2/) - Have you heard the story about a family moving from the East Coast to the West Coast? Due to the size of the family and all the luggage, they decided they were going to have to drive in two vehicles. The father of the family was going to drive one vehicle, and he talked his brother into
- [Encouraged](https://karnschurch.org/encouraged/) - This past week, we were treated to amazing truths from God’s word presented by some of the finest preachers you will ever hear. If you missed out, the loss is yours. If you missed out, make plans now to be here next year. You can still get the lectureship book as well as all of
- [49th Annual Southeast Lectureship](https://karnschurch.org/49th-annual-southeast-lectureship/) - Welcome to the Karns church of Christ. The 49th Annual Southeast Lectureship begins today. The theme is “Encouraged: Finding Comfort in Christ” and will focus on studies in 2 Corinthians. Jesus displayed his love and compassion for all mankind through many events recorded in scripture. Upon seeing Mary and others weeping over the death of
- [Lectureship Time](https://karnschurch.org/lectureship-time/) - As the home of the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies, we are fortunate to host their annual lectureship. This year’s theme is “Encouraged: Finding Comfort in Christ.” This is the 49thth annual lectureship and the lessons are drawn from II Corinthians. The lectureship starts next Sunday, April 21 and continues through Wednesday, April 24. During
- [Jesus and a Lunchbox](https://karnschurch.org/jesus-and-a-lunchbox/) - A few months ago, while at CYC in Gatlinburg, we heard many great lessons. One of the speakers talked about the idea of being a part of grand traditions. He brought up the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000. In John's account, he points out that there was a boy with a small lunch: "Here
- [Memory Challenge](https://karnschurch.org/memory-challenge/) - How’s your memory? Let’s take a test and see what you can recall. I’ll start the first part of a saying and you finish it. “Like a good neighbor...” “Sometimes you feel like a nut, sometimes you …” This one is old school: “You got your chocolate in my peanut butter, No ……..” How did
- [Intentionality](https://karnschurch.org/intentionality/) - I often call or text my daughters and ask how they are doing. This is one of the ways I continue to pursue a relationship with them even though they may be married and living in a different state or in college and learning how to be an independent adult. I talked to one of them
- [Religious Assumptions](https://karnschurch.org/religious-assumptions/) - The story is told of a lady who walked into a pharmacy and asked the pharmacist if he had a cure for the hiccups. The pharmacist said, "I sure do," and immediately and unexpectedly yelled, "boo!" at the top of his lungs. Well, this nearly scared the lady half to death! She looked at the
- [What Is A Soul Worth To You?](https://karnschurch.org/what-is-a-soul-worth-to-you/) - We often sing the song “What is He Worth to Your Soul?” But what if we turn the tables a bit and ask, “What is a Soul Worth to You?” Hopefully, we do make great sacrifices to obtain God’s Kingdom for our own souls, just like the man and the Pearl of Great Price. But
- [To Whom Shall We Go?](https://karnschurch.org/to-whom-shall-we-go/) - In John, chapter 6, a whole lot is going on. At the end of this chapter, Jesus gives his disciples a hard truth. Only those who eat his flesh and drink his blood will inherit eternal life. Hold on, did you read that right? Eat his flesh and drink his blood? What kind of messed
- [Innovation Versus Expedience](https://karnschurch.org/innovation-versus-expedience/) - When we sit in our pews this morning and lend our attention to the song leader, we will notice two, perhaps three objects that will assist him as he directs us in worship. First, notice the microphone that he sings into. The microphone was not used in the first century, nor is the use of
- [Ministering to the Grieving](https://karnschurch.org/ministering-to-the-grieving/) - On the heels of our “Loss Seminar,” allow me to offer a few pieces of advice when ministering to those who have suffered loss.1. Give them your presence. Don’t allow a person to suffer alone. You don’t have to say anything. Just be there. Your presence is what will be remembered and treasured, not your words.
- [A Forgiving Heart](https://karnschurch.org/a-forgiving-heart/) - Why is it hard for some to forgive others? Perhaps one has a grudge due to a disagreement, rift, or unkind words. Grudges are sometimes held for years and even decades. Often the cause of a broken relationship is simply due to a misunderstanding where no harm was intended. Where is the love in these
- [How Long Will You Waver?](https://karnschurch.org/how-long-will-you-waver/) - In 1 Kings 18, we read of an incredible showdown between God and the false god Baal. It sets up like many professional sports today, with a pre-showdown press conference and getting the spectators to the arena. In professional sports, this usually occurs at a large stadium or an arena in a large city with
- [Choose Two](https://karnschurch.org/choose-two/) - What if the body of Christ could triple in one year? Is that far-fetched? Perhaps, but let’s look smaller. What if every Christian could reach two people in one year? Not just sowing seeds, but actually leading them to salvation through the truth of the Gospel. The body of Christ would triple in one year.
- [2](https://karnschurch.org/2-2/) - The number 2 is prevalent all throughout scripture. Like God’s creation man and woman (2) were united through marriage into one. The number two in the Bible is also a symbol of the connection between Jesus and the church (1 Corinthians 12). God’s word is spread throughout the New and Old Testaments (2). The first
- [Unexpected Visitors](https://karnschurch.org/unexpected-visitors/) - For as long as I have been preaching, when it is around holiday time, I will hear some tell me that the reason they weren’t at church services was because they had “unexpected visitors.” This explanation is usually offered without any shame or embarrassment, indicating that in their way of thinking, their behavior was totally
- [Happy New Year!](https://karnschurch.org/happy-new-year-2/) - Tomorrow is the first day of 2024! As I grow older, the new year seems to come faster and faster. The beginning of the year is a time that is often a starting point to resolve to do better the upcoming year. The beginning of New Year’s resolutions has religious origins going back to the
- [If Jesus Couldn't, Why Do We Think We Can?](https://karnschurch.org/if-jesus-couldnt-why-do-we-think-we-can-2/) - As we approach the end of another year, we will probably engage in some reflection. Did we reach our goals? Are we where we wanted to be as the year comes to a close? Surely, all of us will have some regrets. But for others, they may easily fall into depression because some of their
- [Christian Living](https://karnschurch.org/christian-living/) - In last week’s bulletin article Terry Clark showed us how the truth will set you free (John 8:32). He showed us how Jesus is the only way to the Father and heaven (John 14:6), that we must do His will (Matthew 7:21), believe and be baptized (Mark 16:16; Romans 6:3-7; Galatians 3:27). He shared I
- [Change We Must!](https://karnschurch.org/change-we-must/) - By Gregg Woodall In one of our shepherds’ meetings recently we discovered that our church website is better at giving directions to the building than it is at giving directions to heaven. We are going to change that. But it did get me to thinking, does this same issue apply to us individually? Are we
- [Grafting Branches](https://karnschurch.org/grafting-branches/) - Grafting Branches By Spencer Clark The self-help industry is a multi-billion-dollar industry that relies on the desire of people to improve themselves and become something new. We now have access to an overwhelming amount of information in what many call the "marketplace of ideas." Reading every book is practically impossible. There just isn't enough time,
- [Unbelievable](https://karnschurch.org/unbelievable/) - by Steve Higginbotham Several weeks ago, a brother in Christ sent me a book he had written and asked me to review his book and share my thoughts on it. As I began reading his book, it didn't take long until I closed it with the intent to never open it again. This brother, who
- [Praise the Lord!](https://karnschurch.org/praise-the-lord/) - By Gary Woodall Is your praise absent or misplaced? Often, we will forget to praise God. We are quick to ask him for whatever we want, maybe even very worthy and noble things, but praise is often left out. Sometimes our praise is reserved for favorite actors, automobiles, athletic teams, beloved coaches, etc. Starting every
- [A Test for Spiritual Maturity](https://karnschurch.org/a-test-for-spiritual-maturity-2/) - The church of Corinth faced a problem: they were divided around personalities and preferences for different preachers and teachers, aligning themselves with Apollos, Paul, or others. Despite their affinity for spiritual gifts, Paul was deeply concerned with the unity and maturity of the congregation. In his letter to the Corinthians, Paul wrote, “For while there is
- [Faithful Living - Holding Fast the Pattern](https://karnschurch.org/faithful-living-holding-fast-the-pattern/) - By Gregg Woodall In January, we shared with the congregation our church family's theme for 2023, which is Faithful Living, Holding Fast the Pattern. This idea comes from Paul's letter to Timothy where the apostle says in 1Timothy 1:13, "Hold fast the pattern of sound words which you have heard from me, in faith and
- [Say What? Is There a Baptismal Formula?](https://karnschurch.org/say-what-is-there-a-baptismal-formula/) - By Steve Higginbotham The headlines read, "Thousands of Baptisms Invalidated." Apparently, a Catholic priest in Arizona used the words "we baptize you.." instead of "I baptized you..." resulting in the invalidation of thousands of baptisms, according to the Catholic Church. This news story raises a couple of questions that I have heard Christians sometimes ask.
- [What is the Bible Really?](https://karnschurch.org/what-is-the-bible-really/) - By Spencer Clark You may have heard of the Berean Jews who were "more noble than those in Thessalonica" because they "received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so" (Acts 17:11). The Jews in Thessalonica were especially malicious, following Paul to Berea and running him off
- [Why the World Hates Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/why-the-world-hates-jesus/) - By Spencer Clark If you surveyed people on the street today whether they hate Jesus, I doubt you would find many that do. They might hate Christianity as a religion, based on some ideological basis or negative experience with some individual or group. But Jesus as an idea is quite appealing so long as he
- [What is Your Delight?](https://karnschurch.org/what-is-your-delight/) - by Steve Higginbotham By definition, the word "delight" means "to have a high degree of gratification, joy, and extreme satisfaction. Something that gives great pleasure." I believe it is true that the character of a man can be measured by the things in which he delights. The Bible records for us the delights of several
- [White unto Harvest](https://karnschurch.org/white-unto-harvest/) - By Spencer Clark According to the 2020 US Census, there are 31,358 people who live in the same zip code as the Karns church of Christ. Only 167 of them, including children, are members at Karns. That means around 0.5% (including children) of our community is regularly hearing the Gospel. Of course, some may attend
- [Departure from Within](https://karnschurch.org/departure-from-within/) - By Tony Williams Very shortly after the success of the new church in Rome (historical sources reveal there could have possibly been as many as six million Christians there), one would expect that growth would continue. However, there is disappointment in this expectation. Some years prior to the close of the first century there was
- [What Every Preacher Needs](https://karnschurch.org/what-every-preacher-needs/) - A little over a year ago, I heard my friend, Hiram Kemp, ask a question from the pulpit while preaching to many preachers. He asked, “Do you have a passion to preach or a desire to perform?” That’s a penetrating question that preachers need to ask themselves. Since hearing that question, I tried to summarize
- [Why I Love Youth Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/why-i-love-youth-ministry/) - Spencer Clark Recently I was invited to speak in Southeast Institute's chapel on "Why I Love Youth Ministry." By request, here is an adapted version of that same chapel talk. First, I love youth ministry because you get to spend time with young people. Young people are going through an exciting time in their lives
- [Preparing for the Journey](https://karnschurch.org/preparing-for-the-journey/) - By Dave Benner Recently I went on a fishing trip to Quebec. I enthusiastically prepared for this trip. I watched fishing shows to determine the best walleye lures. I used Amazon to order the latest great thing. I bought a new sonar unit to be able to see the depth and even fish under the
- [The Problem of People](https://karnschurch.org/the-problem-of-people/) - By Spencer Clark I often hear the phrase, "the church is great except for the people." While I understand the sentiment that humans are imperfect and full of struggles, there are a few problems with this statement. First, it speaks from a place of superiority, looking down on "other people" who are the problem and
- [Holding Fast the Pattern](https://karnschurch.org/holding-fast-the-pattern/) - By Terry Clark Every year the shepherds decide on a theme, which will be the focus for many of the lessons. This year's theme is "Faithful Living: Holding Fast the Pattern". "Hold fast the pattern of sound words which you have heard from me, in faith and love which are in Christ Jesus" (2 Timothy
- [Fight, Fight, Fight!](https://karnschurch.org/fight-fight-fight/) - Steve Higginbotham While in college, I was playing in an "all-important" intramural basketball game when things got rather chippy. Then it happened - someone on the opposing team punched a player on my team. My teammate fell to the floor, the benches cleared, spectators spilled onto the floor, and instantaneously, everyone circled around the two
- [Overcoming Evil](https://karnschurch.org/overcoming-evil/) - Do you feel like the world is coming unglued? If you spend any time watching the news or browsing social media it seems like there is evil at every turn. There are terrorist attacks in the Middle East. There is war in Europe. There is sex trafficking and human smuggling across our Southern border. The
- [The Evangelist in Decapolis](https://karnschurch.org/the-evangelist-in-decapolis/) - By Spencer Clark In the first century, a man walked to his city in Decapolis, on the eastern side of the Jordan River. It had been a long time since he had been home or been around anyone who wasn't trying to chain him up. They had tried to bind him, but the supernatural strength
- [There is no "Alone" in Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/there-is-no-alone-in-salvation/) - by Steve Higginbotham When someone begins a sentence by saying, "The only thing necessary to be saved is..." you can know that they are in error and will eventually employ double-talk. There is no "alone" in the salvation process. It takes a combination of things, on man's part as well as God's part, to accomplish
- [Watch Out! Satan is at the Door!](https://karnschurch.org/watch-out-satan-is-at-the-door/) - Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil (Ephesians 6:10-11). Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist
- [Bring Them In!](https://karnschurch.org/bring-them-in-2/) - By Gary Woodall What if you were raised in a situation where you had no real family or good influence in your life? Or perhaps you fell into the world and things of the world and found yourself on drugs, homeless, and hopeless. Would you want someone to show you a better way? If you
- [How Blessed Are We?](https://karnschurch.org/how-blessed-are-we-2/) - By Dave Benner In Matthew chapter 13, just after the parable of the soils, Jesus tells the 12 how fortunate they are. He said, "But blessed are your eyes for they see, and your ears for they hear; for assuredly, I say to you that many prophets and righteous men desired to see what you
- [Who Needs Evangelism?](https://karnschurch.org/who-needs-evangelism/) - Spencer Clark Why don't we evangelize? Maybe it's fear of rejection, inadequate knowledge, concern about damaged relationships, and other factors. But one reason we may overlook is this: What if we do not believe that people need to hear the Gospel? What if we don't think the people around us are actually lost? Most of
- [30-Day Bible Challenge](https://karnschurch.org/30-day-bible-challenge/) - By Steve Higginbotham How many of you are up to a worthwhile challenge? Well, I'd like to challenge you to a 30-day Bible Challenge. Beginning September 1 and going through September 30, I want to challenge us to read through the New Testament. Now what does that look like? Let me break it down. Reading
- [Bear One Another's Burdens](https://karnschurch.org/bear-one-anothers-burdens/) - By Gregg Woodall In a display of unwavering unity and compassion, the members of our church have exemplified the true essence of family by coming together to lend a helping hand to one another. In a world often marked by individualism, our congregation has risen above, showing that the bonds of fellowship run deep within
- [Humble Servant](https://karnschurch.org/humble-servant/) - By Gary Woodall "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God" (Jn 1:1). "For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich" (II Cor.
- [Rip Current of Sin](https://karnschurch.org/rip-current-of-sin/) - Recently, the Maness family went to the beach. One day, the tides were such that they weren’t allowed in the water. As Graham said, “It was a double red flag day.” The double red flag meant that there was a high chance of rip currents, which are a terrible hazard for swimmers. Nobody was allowed
- [Be Still Like Mary](https://karnschurch.org/be-still-like-mary/) - Spencer Clark Be still, and know that I am God (Psalm 46:10 ESV). Earlier this month, some of our youth attended Horizons Camp at Freed-Hardeman University. The theme, "Still" from Psalm 46:10 encouraged us to find rest in God through the busyness of life -- perhaps one of the greatest threats to a faithful Christian
- [A Lost Person](https://karnschurch.org/a-lost-person/) - By Tony Williams Many times, when we attempt to share the gospel with folks who are lost, they will respond with conversation that indicates they believe they are saved. Many believe they are saved in their current condition though they have not complied with the mercy and grace God gives freely, but conditionally. This, I
- [Evangelism is Our Greatest Need](https://karnschurch.org/evangelism-is-our-greatest-need/) - By Gregg Woodall There are many needs in our world today: the need for peace in war-torn areas around the world, the need for food and clothing in poverty-stricken countries, the need for loving families, civil rights, good paying jobs, etc. But the greatest need for our world is evangelism. Sharing the gospel with every
- [Man or God?](https://karnschurch.org/man-or-god/) - The 2023 Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies lectureship focused on church unity and becoming one in Christ. We know Jesus wanted and prayed for this for us (John 17:11, 20-21). For unity to happen, we must consciously – in every time, every way, and every place – choose to obey God over man. It cannot
- [Great Start to the End of a Great Week](https://karnschurch.org/great-start-to-the-end-of-a-great-week/) - Southeast Leadership Camp concludes this morning, but it is just the beginning. We are so thankful for all the young men and women who participated. We are grateful for all that worked hard this week in support of Spencer and David to make the camp successful again this year. It would be difficult to name
- [The Busy Month of June](https://karnschurch.org/the-busy-month-of-june/) - By Dave Benner June is a busy month here at Karns Church of Christ. This evening the 20th Southeast Leadership Camp begins. Young men and women will be spending this week learning to develop and teach Bible lessons. They will also be participating in service projects. Next Sunday some young women will lead the women's
- [When Silence is Painful](https://karnschurch.org/when-silence-is-painful/) - When Silence is Painful By Spencer Clark Depending on your personality, you may enjoy silence or absolutely hate it. A long walk in the silence of nature can be rejuvenating for some, while others prefer the excitement of a sporting event or crowded space. Even for those who enjoy silence, we learned over the past
- [A False Doctrine](https://karnschurch.org/a-false-doctrine/) - By Tony Williams Several people today believe God gives them guidance apart from the written Word. One may sincerely believe the Holy Spirit guides him by putting thoughts in his or her mind. However, the Holy Spirit does not reveal apart from the New Testament. One may ask why pray if God does nothing outside
- [My Mother's Hands](https://karnschurch.org/my-mothers-hands/) - By Steve Higginbotham Shortly after my dad passed away in 2013, I was visiting with my mom, and I was taken by surprise when I looked at her hands. Somehow, my mother and her hands had aged when I wasn't watching. I asked her if I could take a picture of her hands so that
- [Southeast Lectureship Begins Today!](https://karnschurch.org/southeast-lectureship-begins-today/) - By Terry Clark The Karns congregation began as the result of a gospel meeting that was conducted by Billy (Bill) Nicks, a young preacher from Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The gospel meeting was held in a tent near our current location. Bill Nicks preached the good news of Jesus Christ, and nine souls were added to
- [April is Bible Education Month](https://karnschurch.org/april-is-bible-education-month/) - By Dave Benner This weekend we spent Friday and Saturday in Nashville at the Lads2Leaders Convention. Nashville's Convention is only 1 of 9 in the US and had an attendance of 9100. Total attendance this year is estimated at 30,000. Adult and youth participation at Karns increased from 35 to 60 this year. How encouraging
- [A Test for Spiritual Maturity](https://karnschurch.org/a-test-for-spiritual-maturity/) - By Spencer Clark The church of Corinth faced a problem: they were divided around personalities and preferences for different preachers and teachers, aligning themselves with Apollos, Paul, or others. Despite their affinity for spiritual gifts, Paul was deeply concerned with the unity and maturity of the congregation. In his letter to the Corinthians, Paul wrote,
- [The Church Culture at Karns](https://karnschurch.org/the-church-culture-at-karns/) - By Steve Higginbotham I've said this before, and I'm going to say it again, not to brag, but to build you up and to give honor to those who are worthy of honor. "There aren't many churches in our country quite like the Karns congregation." I've travelled to many places, and worshiped with many congregations
- [Keeping God's Commandments](https://karnschurch.org/keeping-gods-commandments/) - By Gary Woodall We all should know the ten commandments given by God to Moses on Mt. Sinai and recorded for us in Exodus 20:2-17 and Deuteronomy 5:6-21. Keeping commandments has always been very important to God and is emphasized heavily in the Old Testament: If you will give earnest heed to the voice of
- [God's Instruction](https://karnschurch.org/gods-instruction/) - By Terry Clark God's word is complete so that we may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work (II Timothy 3:16-17). Many, however, will lean on their own understanding instead of seeking the instruction of the Lord (Proverbs 3:5-6). Some may rationalize and decide to forego God's will due to the present circumstances or
- [Get Involved](https://karnschurch.org/get-involved/) - By Dave Benner By now, most members know that our theme for this year is "Faithful Living: Holding Fast the Pattern." This theme is based on the scripture found in 2 Timothy 1:13, "Hold fast the pattern of sound words which you have heard from me, in faith and love which are in Christ Jesus."
- [Are You Still Learning?](https://karnschurch.org/are-you-still-learning/) - By Spencer Clark When was last time you learned something about God or His Word? Hopefully, the answer is "recently". Experienced Bible students will tell you that they are constantly learning new things. Every reading brings fresh insights into life and the world we live in. The enemies of growth are complacency and pride. When
- [The Many "Isms"](https://karnschurch.org/the-many-isms-2/) - Premillennialism, postmodernism, liberalism, Gnosticism, Protestantism, Catholicism, Arianism, Calvinism, the list could go on and on. If you are like me, when you consider the many "isms" which are present in today’s religious society, it makes your head hurt. Where did all of these "isms" come from? Who started them and why? It would appear that
- [Ask for the Old Paths](https://karnschurch.org/ask-for-the-old-paths/) - By Steve Higginbotham Last Sunday, our shepherds revealed our theme for the year, "Faithful Living: Holding Fast the Pattern" (2 Timothy 1:13). This theme or emphasis for the upcoming year is very timely. We live in a time when we're hearing about and seeing things in our nation and in our churches that we would
- [Faithful Living: Holding Fast the Pattern](https://karnschurch.org/faithful-living-holding-fast-the-pattern-2/) - By Gregg Woodall Today we share with the congregation our church family's theme for 2023, which is Faithful Living: Holding Fast the Pattern. This idea comes from Paul's letter to Timothy where the apostle says, Hold fast the pattern of sound words which you have heard from me, in faith and love which are in
- [Forgiveness](https://karnschurch.org/forgiveness/) - By Gary Woodall Have you been hurt, done wrong, abused, made fun of, or bullied? We all have at one time or another, some of us more than others, but it is common to all mankind. How do you handle that? We know that God made us (Genesis 1:27) and that he loves us (Ephesians
- [How Can I Help?](https://karnschurch.org/how-can-i-help/) - By Terry Clark As members of a congregation, a body of the Lord's church, we are instructed by scripture to consider one another in order to stir up love and good works (Hebrews 10:24). This can be accomplished when we tell a brother or sister in Christ (young and old alike) how much their faith
- [Leading Like Nehemiah](https://karnschurch.org/leading-like-nehemiah/) - By Dave Benner In our Wednesday night leadership class, Steve used Nehemiah as a good example of leadership. Let's consider his actions when leading the effort to rebuild Jerusalem's wall. This is found in Nehemiah 1-6. He secured resources from Artaxerxes, king of Persia. Nehemiah was thus able to make safe passage to Jerusalem and
- [The Sabbath Year](https://karnschurch.org/the-sabbath-year/) - By Spencer Clark In Leviticus 25, God prescribed something that was known as a "Sabbath of solemn rest for the land." Six years they would work and the fourth they would rest. No farming was permitted, instead the people would eat off the land God had given them. Slaves would be released and debts forgiven.
- [Winter in Ukraine](https://karnschurch.org/winter-in-ukraine/) - By Tony Williams You may recall that we helped the Ukrainian refugees in recent weeks with our bucket campaign. This is where we asked the congregation to volunteer to fill buckets with needful items to be sent to the refugees. You will be glad to know that the shipment of buckets made it to the
- [Investing in the Future](https://karnschurch.org/investing-in-the-future-2/) - By Terry Clark There will always be things and subjects in which people will have no interest. And while some things may pique one's interest, they may choose to remain uninvested. To be uninvested in something or someone will likely mean the person will be unengaged, unattached, and uncommitted. Sadly, some may choose to be
- [The Truth Will Set You Free](https://karnschurch.org/the-truth-will-set-you-free/) - By Terry Clark Many in the world are familiar with the phrase "the truth will set you free", which originates from John 8:32 - "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." Considering this biblical truth, what is the truth about Jesus? Jesus was in the very beginning, and through
- [Let the Little Children Come to Me](https://karnschurch.org/let-the-little-children-come-to-me/) - By Dave Benner In Matthew 19, the disciples rebuked the people who were bringing their children to Jesus. However, Jesus rebuked the disciples saying, "Let the little ones come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 19:14, ESV). The Christian family has an obligation to raise
- [The Remedy](https://karnschurch.org/the-remedy/) - By Dave Benner In Numbers 21 we read about an episode that occurred during the exodus. The people spoke against God and Moses. As a result of their sin, God sent fiery serpents among them and many were bitten and died. The people cried out for God to remove the serpents. Moses prayed for the
- [I Don't Know](https://karnschurch.org/i-dont-know/) - by Steve Higginbotham Just last week, one of my best friends in college lost his daughter, son-in-law, and little twoyear-old grandbaby to the tornado that swept through Cookeville. As I tried to imagine his pain and grief, I mused over such questions as "What words of comfort can I offer to my friend?" "Why do
- [Friendship Day!](https://karnschurch.org/friendship-day/) - By Steve Higginbotham We are now just three weeks until our "Friendship Day" is upon us. By way of reminder, we are putting forth this special effort to invite people to church with us in order to: Introduce people to Jesus. Allow people to see the love of Christ in His church at Karns. Give
- [A Righteousness That Exceeds](https://karnschurch.org/a-righteousness-that-exceeds/) - By Steve Higginbotham I recently read of a man who was arrested for getting involved in a drunken brawl at a bar. When it came time for the man to stand before the judge in court, the judge asked the man, "Sir, what do you have to say for yourself?" The man looked directly at
- [Walk in Light](https://karnschurch.org/walk-in-light/) - By Terry Clark Christians walking according to God's commands can have assurance that God will forgive sins. I John 1:5-10 tells us "if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin." Secondly, "If
- [Who's Next to be Baptized?](https://karnschurch.org/whos-next-to-be-baptized/) - By Gregg Woodall "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another" (John 13:34-35). Why greet visitors every service? Why go out of your
- [A Mind To Work](https://karnschurch.org/a-mind-to-work-4/) - by Steve Higginbotham As you probably know by now, our theme for 2013 is "The People Had A Mind To Work." This phrase comes from Nehemiah 4:6, and explains why God's people were able to accomplish the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. I don't need to tell you that we, as a church, have
- [A Double Standard?](https://karnschurch.org/a-double-standard/) - By Steve Higginbotham In our house, our television viewing is pretty much limited to watching DVD's and "MeTV" which is a channel that replays old television shows like "Gunsmoke," "Perry Mason," "The Donna Reed Show," and "Leave it to Beaver." So I knew nothing about the recent fiasco surrounding Miley Cyrus and her performance at
- [A Diamond Ring](https://karnschurch.org/a-diamond-ring/) - By Steve Higginbotham While preaching in a gospel meeting, I had the opportunity to have lunch across the table from a little 8-year-old girl. I noticed she had a "diamond" ring on her finger so I decided to have a little fun with her. I asked her, "What does a girl get from a man
- [Building Courage to Tell Others about Christ](https://karnschurch.org/building-courage-to-tell-others-about-christ/) - Many Christians have been hindered in their efforts to tell others about Christ because of fear of rejection or being shunned. Focus on pleasing God, not man. Remember the words of Paul, who wrote, For do I now persuade men, or God? Or do I seek to please men? For if I still pleased men,
- [A Mind To Work](https://karnschurch.org/a-mind-to-work-3/) - by Steve Higginbotham As you probably know by now, our theme for 2013 is "The People Had A Mind To Work." This phrase comes from Nehemiah 4:6, and explains why God's people were able to accomplish the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. I don't need to tell you that we, as a church, have
- [The Love of a Child](https://karnschurch.org/the-love-of-a-child/) - By Steve Higginbotham Every parent has moments that are etched in their memory which will never be forgotten. One of those moments occurred to me several years ago with Anne Marie, our youngest daughter. When she was only four years old, I came home from work one day and received my usual greeting from her.
- [Whatever Happened On The Yellow Brick Road?](https://karnschurch.org/whatever-happened-on-the-yellow-brick-road/) - by Steve Higginbotham Times sure do change. Stop and think of the changes that have been occurring in the past 100 years. There have probably been more changes during this period of time than in the rest of human history combined. While I don't consider myself to be "old," I can say I grew up
- [Wisdom from an Owl](https://karnschurch.org/wisdom-from-an-owl/) - by Steve Higginbotham I'm sure that you have heard the story about the two taxidermists who were walking down the street and stopped in front of a store window. In the window, an old owl was on display. These two specialists immediately began to criticize the way it was mounted: its eyes were not natural,
- [Spiritual Triage](https://karnschurch.org/spiritual-triage/) - by Steve Higginbotham Several years ago, Matthew was in our bedroom practicing his "swordsmanship" with his plastic sword. As he was slaying dragons and other imaginary threats to his family, he made a mighty swing of his sword and connected just above the eyebrow of his unsuspecting sister who happened to walk around the corner.
- [God Bless All Nations](https://karnschurch.org/god-bless-all-nations/) - By Steve Higginbotham Have you ever been offended by a bumper sticker on the car in front of you? I have. In fact, there are times I hoped that my children weren't able to read the obscenities. Some people have lost all sense of shame. However, what I might find even more disturbing are the
- [What Would Jesus Like?](https://karnschurch.org/what-would-jesus-like/) - By Steve Higginbotham In 1995, Joan Osborne released a song that asked the question, "What if God was one of us?" Every time I heard that song play on the radio, I would think to myself, and frequently answer aloud to the radio, "He was one of us in the person of Jesus" (John 1:14)!
- [This Is Just The Elevator](https://karnschurch.org/this-is-just-the-elevator/) - By Steve Higginbotham The story is told of an old hermit who called into a radio station during a contest, and being the fifth caller, he won an all expenses paid trip to New York City. The hermit, used to being all alone and never really seeing much beyond his plot of land in the
- [Must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone?](https://karnschurch.org/must-jesus-bear-the-cross-alone/) - by Steve Higginbotham In 1693, Thomas Shepherd wrote the song entitled, "Must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone." Two of the verses of that song read as follows: Must Jesus bear the cross alone, And all the world go free? No, there's a cross for everyone, And there's a cross for me. The consecrated cross I'll
- [If I Should Die Before I Wake](https://karnschurch.org/if-i-should-die-before-i-wake/) - by Steve Higginbotham "Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take." The possibility of dying before you wake is filled with implications. Are you prepared to die? Have you made preparation for such
- [He Being Dead Still Speaks](https://karnschurch.org/he-being-dead-still-speaks/) - by Steve Higginbotham It was close to 43 years ago, and I was a little boy standing by my dad's side after he had preached a funeral. The funeral was conducted at the Church of Christ in Daybrook, WV. As the people were leaving the church building, I remember an elderly lady by the name
- [Jonestown Revisited](https://karnschurch.org/jonestown-revisited/) - By Steve Higginbotham It happened on Saturday, November 18, 1978, 31 years ago this past week. A total of 918 members of the People's Temple Church in Jonestown, Guyana committed suicide/murder. Of this number, 294 of the dead were children under the age of 18. I was 16 years old at the time. I remember
- [Like a Persecuted Church](https://karnschurch.org/like-a-persecuted-church/) - By Steve Higginbotham It's Sunday morning. You and your family put on jeans and t-shirts and get ready to go to the mountains. You carry with you a large picnic basket, and your children carry with them a baseball and a couple gloves. You arrive at the mountains, pile out of the car and take
- [Thanksgiving](https://karnschurch.org/thanksgiving-3/) - by Steve Higginbotham "Count your many blessings, name them one by one, count your blessings see what God hath done. Count your blessings name them one by one, and it will surprise you what the Lord hath done." These words were penned by Johnson Oatman, Jr. in 1897. They serve to remind us that we
- [Lord, Give Us More...](https://karnschurch.org/lord-give-us-more/) - By Steve Higginbotham It is often the case that when God's people stand in opposition to cultural trends which violate the will of God, our society will attempt to discredit our opposition by "name-calling" and "false-labeling." However, such tactics should not dissuade one who is standing in the right. God's people have been called troublemakers
- [That Has To Be a Mistake](https://karnschurch.org/that-has-to-be-a-mistake/) - By Steve Higginbotham Have you ever seen Bob Ross on television? Don't recognize the name? He's the artist with the fuzzy hair. You know, the guy who stands in front of a canvas with his color palette and paints? I understand he died a few years ago, but they air his television show, teaching people
- [Buried Treasure In Your Back Yard](https://karnschurch.org/buried-treasure-in-your-back-yard/) - By Steve Higginbotham Did you ever dream as a child, of finding buried treasure in your back yard? Did you ever imagine some pirate might have buried a chest full of gold and treasure and that it was buried in your back yard just waiting for you to find it? Ok, so maybe it's just
- [A Cure for Hiccups](https://karnschurch.org/a-cure-for-hiccups/) - by Steve Higginbotham The story is told of a lady who walked into a pharmacy and asked the pharmacist if he had a cure for the hiccups. The pharmacist said, "I sure do," and immediately and unexpectedly yelled, "boo!" at the top of his lungs. Well, this nearly scared the lady half to death! She
- [The Day I Caused Someone to Die](https://karnschurch.org/the-day-i-caused-someone-to-die/) - by Steve Higginbotham Growing up on the banks of the Ohio River was filled with adventure, but also wrought with danger. I did a lot of fishing with my friends, skipped a lot of rocks, and did a lot of day dreaming. However, one thing I did not do a lot was to get into
- [The Bible: the Mini-Series](https://karnschurch.org/the-bible-the-mini-series/) - By Steve Higginbotham Roma Downy, the former star of "Touched by an Angel" and her husband, Mark Burnett, a renowned Hollywood producer recently produced a mini-series on the Bible. I must admit that when Hollywood attempts to retell stories from the Bible, I get a little uneasy. Biblical accuracy has apparently never been high on
- [Jesus Is Beautiful](https://karnschurch.org/jesus-is-beautiful/) - By Steve Higginbotham Probably none of us will ever forget our first love. You know, the person with whom you were absolutely convinced you would spend the rest of your life. Do you remember your first love? Well, I sure do. It was during kindergarten (okay, so maybe it wasn't really "love"). I was all
- [It's A Marathon, Not A Sprint](https://karnschurch.org/its-a-marathon-not-a-sprint/) - By Steve Higginbotham On May 20, 1978, Mavis Hutchinson, at the age of 53, became the first woman to run all the way across the United States. Beginning in Los Angeles, she finished her run 2,871 miles later in New York City. If that weren't amazing enough, she completed this race in only 70 days,
- [It Won't Be Long!](https://karnschurch.org/it-wont-be-long/) - By Steve Higginbotham On September 27, 2009, it was announced that I would be moving to Karns to work with the church. At that time, this move seemed so far away. However, the time is now upon us. As I write this article, I have only 17 days left in Glasgow. This life change will
- [Stop Dating the Church](https://karnschurch.org/stop-dating-the-church/) - By Steve Higginbotham A couple of years ago, I read a book by Joshua Harris entitled, "Stop Dating the Church: Fall In Love With The Family Of God." In this book Harris affirmed that there are many people who "date" the church, but who are unwilling to fall in love with and be committed to
- [Time Zones](https://karnschurch.org/time-zones-2/) - by Steve Higginbotham Anyone who has ever done any traveling realizes that "Time Zones" have to be taken into account. While visiting Israel a few years ago, I found myself wide awake at 3:00 a.m. every night. It just didn't seem like it should be bedtime, but according to the time zone we were in,
- [The Silence Of Scriptures](https://karnschurch.org/the-silence-of-scriptures-2/) - By Steve Higginbotham Without a common understanding of how the Bible authorizes, even the most earnest desire and irenic spirit are insufficient to attain and maintain unity. A brief examination of our own history over the past 150 years will bear this out. A little more than a century ago, the United States Census Bureau,
- [Quartus & Me](https://karnschurch.org/quartus-me/) - by Steve Higginbotham It seems we are always wanting more. No matter the subject, and no matter how much we already have, we always seem to want more. But when is enough, enough? Can we be content with "enough"? Is it enough to have a car, or must we have the latest model? Is it
- [Fight, Fight, Fight](https://karnschurch.org/fight-fight-fight-2/) - Steve Higginbotham While in college, I was playing in an "all important" intramural basketball game. Things were getting rather chippy when it finally happened. Someone on the opposing team punched a player on my team. My teammate fell to the floor, the benches cleared, spectators spilled onto the floor, and instantaneously everyone circled around the
- [The Beauty of Holiness](https://karnschurch.org/the-beauty-of-holiness/) - by Steve Higginbotham On at least four occasions in the Old Testament, the expression, the Beauty of Holiness is employed (1 Chronicles 16:19; 2 Chronicles 20:21; Psalm 29:2; Psalm 96:9). It goes without saying that the Bible is right. Holiness is indeed beautiful. As beautiful and good as repentance, confession and forgiveness are, holiness is
- [Mood Rings](https://karnschurch.org/mood-rings/) - By Steve Higginbotham I'm sure all of you probably know what a "Mood Ring" is. My sister had one when I was growing up. The stone in a "Mood Ring" changes colors depending upon the warmth of your body temperature. Thus, the color of the stone is said to indicate the "mood" of the one
- [Stop Praying!](https://karnschurch.org/stop-praying/) - By Steve Higginbotham Stop praying? Now, that's not what you typically hear, but that's exactly what God once told Moses. Not that God was frowning on prayer, but the time for praying without action had passed. It was time to act. God told Moses to tell the children of Israel to "move forward!" (Exodus 14:15).
- [A "Squeak" In The Pulpit](https://karnschurch.org/a-squeak-in-the-pulpit/) - by Steve Higginbotham Several years ago, I read of an entry found in an old church record of a business meeting. The entry stated the following: "A committee was appointed to investigate the squeak in the pulpit." While I am sure the business of this church meeting described in this entry was not referring to
- [If At First You Don't Succeed, Lie, Lie Again](https://karnschurch.org/if-at-first-you-dont-succeed-lie-lie-again/) - By Steve Higginbotham Guys like Lance Armstrong and Pete Rose make themselves easy targets. They are men who had great careers, great reputations, and after years and years of vehement denials of wrong- doing, they finally admitted they were lying. This isn't my attempt to "pile on," plenty of that has already taken place on
- [What Can Stop Us?](https://karnschurch.org/what-can-stop-us/) - By Steve Higginbotham Last week's sermon identified three qualities, that if possessed, can empower us to do whatever we set our mind to do (Genesis 11:1-9). As we reflect upon our accomplishments from last year, we have much for which to give thanks to God. But I'm excited about our potential as we look forward
- [Thanksgiving](https://karnschurch.org/thanksgiving-2/) - By Steve Higginbotham About five years ago, I was asked to conduct a seminar for a congregation in Huntsville, Alabama. Just a few minutes after my arrival at the church building that Sunday afternoon, a man entered the office in which I was sitting and pointed a gun at a fellow preacher and myself, demanding
- [Give Till It Hurts?](https://karnschurch.org/give-till-it-hurts/) - By Steve Higginbotham You've probably heard the story about a man who had just purchased a brand new Mercedes-Benz automobile and while he was driving home, he lost control of his car. His new car rolled three times, fortunately throwing him from the wreckage just before the car plummeted several hundred feet over a cliff.
- [Friendship Day!](https://karnschurch.org/friendship-day-3/) - By Steve Higginbotham By the time you are reading this article, you will have one more week until our "Friendship Day" is upon us. As has been stated, this day is a special effort to: Introduce people to Jesus. Allow people to see the love of Christ in His church at Karns. Give us an
- [The Road Less Traveled](https://karnschurch.org/the-road-less-traveled/) - By Steve Higginbotham Richie Incognito, an offensive lineman for the Miami Dolphins, isn't "incognito" anymore. Rather he's been the lead story in sporting news for the past week. Incognito was thrust into the national spotlight because of accusations his fellow teammate, Jonathan Martin, leveled against him for bullying. A message left on Martin's voice mail
- [No God, No Worries?](https://karnschurch.org/no-god-no-worries/) - By Steve Higginbotham A few years ago, The British Humanist Association began a "Bus Campaign" in which they printed the following on the sides of British buses, "There's Probably No God. Now Stop Worrying And Enjoy Life." Well, there are many things I might say about this, but I will confine my remarks to just
- [Converted to Baptism or Jesus?](https://karnschurch.org/converted-to-baptism-or-jesus/) - By Steve Higginbotham May I ask you a question? We all know of our obligation to be evangelistic. Hence, we try to find opportunities, walk through open doors that will allow us to talk to our friends, neighbors, and co-workers. But here is my question. When such opportunities arise, what do you talk about? What
- [She Smiled at Me!](https://karnschurch.org/she-smiled-at-me/) - By Steve Higginbotham In our house, newborn babies were under the management of my wife. She was the expert in that phase of life. Oh, I suppose I could have been too, but when our children were that small, and their heads bobbed around like a "bobble head" mounted on the dashboard of one's car,
- [If Jesus Couldn't, Why Do We Think We Can?](https://karnschurch.org/if-jesus-couldnt-why-do-we-think-we-can/) - By Steve Higginbotham Expectations have much to do with our contentment. Those who place unrealistic expectations upon themselves are generally discouraged, and feel as though they are a failure. I'm convinced that if people had proper expectations, they would not be so soon moved to discouragement, depression, and despair. An obvious step to "reeling in"
- [Hold to God's Unchanging Hand](https://karnschurch.org/hold-to-gods-unchanging-hand/) - By Steve Higginbotham More than one hundred years ago, Franklin L. Eiland penned these words: Time is filled with swift transition, Naught of earth unmoved can stand, Build your hopes on things eternal, Hold to God's unchanging hand. The events of the past couple months have reminded my family and me of just how true
- [For Such a Time as This](https://karnschurch.org/for-such-a-time-as-this/) - One of the most humbling thoughts one may ever entertain is the fact that our omnipotent God has chosen to depend upon us. The very thought that our God, who spoke the universe into existence, formed man from the dust of the ground and holds the cosmos and our lives together, would allow me to
- [Church Leadership](https://karnschurch.org/church-leadership/) - We are excited about our leadership class that has been in session on Wednesday nights this quarter. The number of men who have chosen to attend has exceeded our expected number and the discussions have been excellent. While the purpose of the class is to discuss the biblical requirements and characteristics of church leaders, the
- [Diligent Study](https://karnschurch.org/diligent-study/) - In the familiar text in II Timothy 2:15, the apostle writes words many of us have memorized: "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needs not be ashamed rightly dividing the word of truth." The New King James renders it in this fashion: "Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a
- [The Coming of the Lord Draweth Nigh...](https://karnschurch.org/the-coming-of-the-lord-draweth-nigh/) - In James chapter 5 verse 8 we read; "Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh". The New King James reads, "You also be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand." I was eating lunch with a friend who has young daughters
- [Daily Religion...Conclusion](https://karnschurch.org/daily-religion-conclusion/) - "And he said to them, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me." In earlier articles we examined the Lord's words in Luke 9:23 when He admonishes the reader to "take up his cross DAILY." This should occur not just on the first
- [Did You Resist, Fully Resist?](https://karnschurch.org/did-you-resist-fully-resist/) - "Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you." (James 4:7). This scripture from the New Testament really gave me issues in times past. I knew that the whole of God's Word is true. I knew there were no discrepancies, but why did the Lord say that if you resist the
- [Do You Do Well to Be Angry?](https://karnschurch.org/do-you-do-well-to-be-angry/) - Over the past few years, I have labored in my yard in an attempt to get grass to grow into a lawn. I have also taken somewhat of an interest in shrubs, planting several in various locations around the yard. Each year the labor seems to be in vain as the heat and lack of
- [AN HOUR ON ICE...](https://karnschurch.org/an-hour-on-ice/) - The Middle School/High School youth group had an ice skating outing last weekend. I had only been ice skating once in my life and that was 36 years earlier. However, my wife and I were determined to participate in this outing with the kids. I, as expected, hit the ice hard with my first fall
- [Amen!](https://karnschurch.org/amen/) - As you are all aware, we recently returned from a mission trip to the island of St. Croix. Clancy Etienne, who is the minister we support and a native of the Caribbean, does a wonderful job proclaiming the gospel in a fashion well received among Caribbean folks. This was my third trip to a Caribbean
- [A Sign in Our Time...](https://karnschurch.org/a-sign-in-our-time/) - The Oak Ridge highway is the main road between Oak Ridge and Knoxville. For over 50 years the Karns church building has been incredibly close to the Oak Ridge highway - so close, but still, in some aspects, very, very far away. The building has always seemed to lack a great presence from the road.
- [Awake or Asleep...](https://karnschurch.org/awake-or-asleep/) - But let us who are of the day be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and as a helmet the hope of salvation. For God did not appoint us to wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us, that whether we wake or sleep, we should
- [Another Men's Retreat...](https://karnschurch.org/another-mens-retreat/) - We have just completed our yearly men's retreat. Those men who attended have enjoyed the company and camaraderie of church brothers. I discover that in this setting, men discuss matters more openly and spiritually than in normal settings. I have often wondered why it takes a retreat setting to encounter the heightened spiritual discussion, and
- [Commands...](https://karnschurch.org/commands/) - As followers of God, there are things we have to comply with in order to walk in the light. Through the centuries, God has preserved His word for those with the desire to learn more about Him and His will. Thus, we have commands of God. One can hear objections from modernists who claim that
- [Another Fine Lectureship](https://karnschurch.org/another-fine-lectureship/) - The 2018 Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies Lectureship has ended and is now in the books. Speaking of books, there are copies of the Lectureship books available, please consider purchasing one for your library. The event began last Sunday morning at the West End congregation with a presentation from Bro. Baggett. We are indeed grateful
- [Barber Shop Talk...](https://karnschurch.org/barber-shop-talk/) - I went to see my regular barber a few weeks back for my quarterly hair cut. The barber I use has a shop where you seem to step back in time three decades when you enter. My barber has a two-chair shop, although he is the only barber because there is just not enough business
- [A Successful VBS!](https://karnschurch.org/a-successful-vbs/) - I remember attending Vacation Bible School in 1968 during a hot summer in an old Tudor style building without air conditioning. Yes, they had VBS back then. I loved going to VBS as a lad. It made me want to go to church. It has been four decades since then, and I still fondly remember
- [DAILY RELIGION](https://karnschurch.org/daily-religion/) - "And he said to them, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me." The Lord gives the faithful Christian this daily charge found in Luke 9:23. I often wonder if our day by day lives become so regimented, we often lose sight of
- [Another Failed Attempt...](https://karnschurch.org/another-failed-attempt/) - In an earlier article I discussed Matthew 22, where the Pharisees, along with their normally disliked opponents, the Herodians, attempted to confuse Jesus in hopes of trapping Him into saying something which could be used against Him. The Pharisees thought Jesus would have to answer the "paying taxes" question in a way that would either
- [Confess Your Sins...](https://karnschurch.org/confess-your-sins/) - "If we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin. If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.8 If we confess our sins, He
- [The Silence of Scriptures](https://karnschurch.org/the-silence-of-scriptures/) - By Steve Higginbotham How one understands the authority of Scripture is, in my understanding, the single most important component to achieving and maintaining unity among God's children. Without a common understanding of how the Bible authorizes, even the most earnest desire and irenic spirit are insufficient. Just look at our own history. We are the
- [The Pool of Bethesda](https://karnschurch.org/the-pool-of-bethesda/) - "Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew, Bethesda, having five porches. In these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralyzed, waiting for the moving of the water. For an angel went down at a certain time into the pool and stirred up the
- [He Shall Be Called a Nazarene...](https://karnschurch.org/he-shall-be-called-a-nazarene/) - In Matthew 2, verse 23 we read, "And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, `He shall be called a Nazarene.'" We are all familiar with the Savior being referred to as a Nazarene, but who are the prophets who spoke the
- [Keeping Nothing Back](https://karnschurch.org/keeping-nothing-back/) - By Tony Williams, for the eldership And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you (Acts 20:20). The Lord always does His part. The words the apostle stated long ago should bring great comfort to all who seek the Lord. God and Christ have kept nothing back that would be profitable to men.
- [I have Both Glorified it, and Will Glorify it Again...](https://karnschurch.org/i-have-both-glorified-it-and-will-glorify-it-again/) - Shortly after the Lord's triumphal entry into Jerusalem, there were two Gentiles who wished to have a conference with Him. Being in a place where Gentiles were not expected or welcomed, they asked one of His disciples if they could see Him. We read of this in John chapter 12 beginning in verse 21, where
- [Keep the Book...](https://karnschurch.org/keep-the-book/) - "You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength. And these words which I command you today shall be in your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk
- [Respect for the Things Which Belong to God](https://karnschurch.org/respect-for-the-things-which-belong-to-god/) - The respect someone should have for the things of God is a lesson so necessary for today. We can begin with the example of David and his treatment of the young man who claimed to have killed Saul. Upon learning of the death of Saul and Jonathan, David and all his men mourned and fasted.
- [Our Honored Guests...](https://karnschurch.org/our-honored-guests/) - Growing up in our home congregation, I remember when I became old enough as a young man to serve as an usher. The age requirement for this post was the ninth or tenth grade. I was baptized at age eleven. I had served on the table since junior high school. But now my service would
- [Unto His Own Place...](https://karnschurch.org/unto-his-own-place/) - The amount of technology available to us today is astounding. Considering this, you may have often heard the question, "What does the future hold?" We have so many devices used for communication and the technology development which provides ease for our lives has been amazing over the past fifty years. How Gabriel can sit calmly
- [The Many "Isms"...](https://karnschurch.org/the-many-isms/) - Premillennialism, postmodernism, liberalism, Gnosticism, Protestantism, Catholicism, Arianism, Calvinism, the list could go on and on. If you are like me, when you consider the many "isms" which are present in today's religious society, it makes your head hurt. Where did all of these "isms" come from? Who started them and why? It would appear that
- [Heaven, Lonely?](https://karnschurch.org/heaven-lonely/) - I was listening to a talk radio show during my drive home from work one day where the host and a guest were discussing recent developments revolving around a television personality and reactions to his comments regarding alternative lifestyles. Then the host, in defense of the statements, quoted the following verses from First Corinthians 6:9-10,
- [Maintenance](https://karnschurch.org/maintenance/) - Over the past several months we have had several items done to the building here at Karns to maintain or improve it. All of it seemed to be necessary work done in order to keep it in good order or to improve the appearance. The carpet needed to be replaced due to age. Because it
- [Neutral](https://karnschurch.org/neutral/) - When nations of the world engage in wars, nation against nation and league against league, there are some nations that decline to take any part in the conflict. Though they may have had many commercial relations and other forms of contact with the other nations at war, they choose to remain neutral as far as
- [Render Unto Caesar...](https://karnschurch.org/render-unto-caesar-2/) - At this time of year, while preparing my taxes, I become somewhat "put out" that I have to send money to a government that does not always seem to have the agenda that would promote Christ. I always remember how the tax collectors were regarded by the Jews during the first century. The Jews did
- [It is Amazing...](https://karnschurch.org/it-is-amazing/) - When we consider the wonderful blessings God affords us, the blessing of prayer is truly one of the most grand and amazing He has bestowed upon us. When one gives any thought to this divine communication they can be overwhelmed by the fact that (1) God is the creator of the universe, and (2) He
- [The Presence Test...](https://karnschurch.org/the-presence-test/) - On Sunday, August 29th, Steve presented an excellent lesson on knowing right from wrong. In the lesson, he incorporated five tests to help us determine if what we are doing, or neglecting to do, is right or wrong. When Steve arrived at his fourth point, the "presence test," he asked if we would perform the
- [Welcome to the Lectureship...](https://karnschurch.org/welcome-to-the-lectureship/) - Today is the kick off day to begin the 2014 Lectureship of the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies. We would like to thank you for being here and being part of this event. We are very excited about the lectureship this year. The program is very impressive and we would like to thank the director
- [Miracles in the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/miracles-in-the-bible/) - In Psalm 119:160 David says, "The entirety of Thy Word is true." That great chapter (incidentally, the longest chapter in the Bible), has to do almost exclusively with the Word of God. Over and over, David uses the phrase "Word of God," but in verse 160 he is says, "Thy word is true from the
- [Faith and Works](https://karnschurch.org/faith-and-works/) - Throughout the Bible we see many examples of God's love demonstrated in His giving of gifts. After the Jews were brought out of Egypt and while wandering in the desert, we read of the manna being given as food from heaven. This gift from God came to include quail as well. Although these gifts were
- [The Gall of Bitterness...](https://karnschurch.org/the-gall-of-bitterness/) - As Christians, our adversary seeks out ways to cause us to stumble. In his arsenal are ways to tempt us that are very appealing. If they were not appealing, where would the temptation be? In Acts 8:4-24. Philip had gone down to Samaria and "proclaimed to them Christ." There was a man named Simon who
- [Most of the Time...](https://karnschurch.org/most-of-the-time/) - Most of the time, I act like a Christian should. Most of the time, I can withstand Satan and his temptations. Most of the time, I read my Bible on a regular basis. Most of the time, I am a good father and husband. Most of the time, I try to be cheerful and think
- [Kool-Aid...](https://karnschurch.org/kool-aid/) - I was recently having lunch with a colleague, when we began to talk about the church he and his wife attended. He had been married for a few years and I knew he and his wife had denominational differences before they married. He mentioned the denominational church that they now attended was the one he
- [Time Flies By...](https://karnschurch.org/time-flies-by/) - As difficult as it may be to believe, we are in the year 2010. As a young lad, my thoughts of the future surrounding the year 2010 were filled with space ships and robots performing our everyday tasks. Now the year 2010 is here, and although much has changed, the church of Christ in 2010
- [Even So the Tongue...](https://karnschurch.org/even-so-the-tongue/) - In our daily walk we are in a constant struggle with several stumbling blocks. Controlling our emotions is one of the difficulties we deal with. The book of James is filled with most valuable advice that relates to human emotion. James said, "For we all stumble in many things. If anyone does not stumble in
- [Religious Illiteracy...](https://karnschurch.org/religious-illiteracy/) - My oldest daughter, Claire, was working on a report for her high school language composition class. The report was on religious literacy. Her instructor assigned some reading for the students to base the report on. She shared some statistical evidence about the lack of desire this country has for the Word of God. The seemingly
- [People...](https://karnschurch.org/people/) - The statement has been made on many occasions that the "problem with the church is people!" It is true that since the church is made up of people, any problems arising within are highly likely to find "people" as the source. I use the plural form of person in the word "people" due to the
- [More Daily Religion...](https://karnschurch.org/more-daily-religion/) - "And he said to them, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me". In an earlier article we mentioned what the Lord said in Luke 9:23 about taking "up his cross DAILY". Not just on the first day of the week, but every
- [On the Just and Unjust...](https://karnschurch.org/on-the-just-and-unjust-2/) - Having just completed our Thanksgiving holiday and enjoyed the company of family and friends, I often wonder if I am doing enough for those who are less fortunate. Considering how God has blessed me, do I show appreciation? Do I take any of His marvelous blessings for granted? A part of Scripture which causes me
- [Friendship Day!](https://karnschurch.org/friendship-day-2/) - The Karns church of Christ is a FAMILY. Today is the day the family has invited company over for dinner. We are so glad you are here for our special day. We are simply Christians. We believe the Bible is the inspired word of God and we try to follow it as our only authority
- [The Limited Commissions...](https://karnschurch.org/the-limited-commissions/) - The "Limited Commission" which Jesus gave to the twelve apostles is recorded by divine inspiration in Matthew 10, Mark 6, and Luke 9. However, only in Luke do we find where He appointed seventy others to whom He also gave a similar commission. Luke tells us in Chapter 10: After these things the Lord appointed
- [Innovation or Expedient?](https://karnschurch.org/innovation-or-expedient/) - When we sit in our pews this morning and lend our attention to the song leader we notice two, perhaps three objects that will assist him as he directs us in worship. First, notice the microphone he sings into. The microphone was not used in the first century, nor is the use of a microphone
- [The Early Church](https://karnschurch.org/the-early-church/) - "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!" (Matt. 3:2) began the announcement of Jesus Christ, in the wilderness of Judea. At that time, there had never been an announcement with more importance than this one. It foretold the promise of Isaiah who said, "Prepare the way of the Lord; Make His paths straight"
- [Be Still and Know That I Am God (Psalm 46:10)](https://karnschurch.org/be-still-and-know-that-i-am-god-psalm-4610/) - If we adopt the thinking of Psalm 46, should we expect a miraculous deliverance from trouble? No. God does not need to work a miracle to help us in trouble. The miracles of the past continue to teach us (cf. John 20:30-31); their repetition is unnecessary for the accomplishment of His will. Trust in Him,
- [Mid-Year Resolutions](https://karnschurch.org/mid-year-resolutions/) - Often, at the beginning of the year, we all make resolutions to improve or do better or just start doing what we know we need to do. Well, how about a mid-year checkup on ourselves? How are we doing? Why don't we all adopt the following resolutions for the remainder of year and continuing forward?
- [A Mind To Work](https://karnschurch.org/a-mind-to-work-2/) - (Nehemiah 4:6) Sherrye has been reading the Bible nearly each day for quite some time now and as she finishes her daily reading we often discuss what she has read. Currently, she is in Nehemiah and we were discussing the passage found in Nehemiah 4:6. It is amazing to think about the amount of work
- [We're Not All Here!](https://karnschurch.org/were-not-all-here/) - I know we have heard of the concept of continuous improvement and most of us think the Japanese invented the idea. But it all began with our Lord and Savior who will work with us to continuously improve our work until He comes again. For I am confident of this very thing, that He who
- [The Greatest Need](https://karnschurch.org/the-greatest-need/) - Many are the needs of our day. The need for peace in war-torn areas around the world, the need for food and clothing in poverty-stricken countries, the need for loving families, civil rights, good paying jobs, etc. Yet, I suggest the greatest need for our world is evangelism. Sharing the gospel with every person (Mark
- [Doing Good](https://karnschurch.org/doing-good/) - You know of Jesus of Nazareth, how God anointed Him with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him (Acts 10:38). One of the simplest and yet powerful descriptions of our Lord and Savior while He
- [Friendship Day Thanks](https://karnschurch.org/friendship-day-thanks/) - To our wonderful Karns church family from your humble shepherds: We cannot begin to express the tremendous debt of gratitude we owe to each and every one of you for your participation in our first annual Friendship Day. We had 592 precious souls meeting for worship and fellowship. This entire event would not have been
- [Sin-Sick](https://karnschurch.org/sin-sick/) - Sherrye and I have spent all day just laying around on the couches and generally feeling sore and run-down. You see, we both came down with this dreaded stomach virus which is going around. Sherrye's bout started yesterday and mine was last night. We obviously did not intend to get sick and if we had
- [Stewardship of Our Time](https://karnschurch.org/stewardship-of-our-time/) - Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of your time, because the days are evil (Ephesians 5:15-16). When it comes to stewardship of our time we all have the same amount, which is to say that we all have 24 hours a day, 7 days a
- [The Flywheel Effect](https://karnschurch.org/the-flywheel-effect/) - The flywheel effect is a commonly used business term referring to the idea that once forward progress is being made, it is the best time to keep things going and increasing. It is also related to the idea that consistent steady work is the key to success, not some sudden great big thing. Old tractors
- [The Higginbotham's are Coming!](https://karnschurch.org/the-higginbothams-are-coming/) - Karns family we are indeed among God's most blessed! What a tremendous conclusion to our weekend to have Steve, Kim and the Higginbotham family cast their lot with us as we work together to serve the Lord in our community. God has certainly answered our prayers for which we are very thankful. Let us continue
- [Evangelism - A Daily Affair](https://karnschurch.org/evangelism-a-daily-affair/) - Sherrye's breast cancer has brought about some opportunities for good in the Lord's Kingdom. That sounds like an odd statement at first, until you look further. Romans 8:28 says, "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His
- [Influence - We've All Got It!](https://karnschurch.org/influence-weve-all-got-it/) - There are two kinds of influence (Matt. 7:15-20). (1) There is bad influence. Solomon's wives (I Kings 11:1-13), Ahaz (II Chron. 28:33), the Pharisees (Matt 23:13), and Jezebel of Thyatira (Rev. 2:20) all exerted a bad influence. (2) There is good influence. Esther (Esther 4:14), Paul in Caesar's household (Phil. 4:22; Acts 28:30, 31), the
- [Good Job!](https://karnschurch.org/good-job/) - There are times when some things just need to be said and this is one of those times. As a whole, we at Karns are doing a good job. We must always seek to improve at becoming more Christ- like every day. But, we should not fail to give praise and thanks for the progress
- [Keep on Climbing!](https://karnschurch.org/keep-on-climbing/) - I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith (II Timothy 4:7, NASB). Sherrye and I were at the rock climbing center this evening cheering Jonathan on as he climbed the various courses on the wall that were chosen for the competitors. He did very well and worked
- [I Left My Heart in San Francisco](https://karnschurch.org/i-left-my-heart-in-san-francisco/) - You may recognize the title of this article as the name of a song. That is what I used to think as well, but now I think of it as a way to express my feelings about our recent mission trip to Villa de San Francisco in Honduras. What a tremendous blessing it was to
- [New Year Resolutions](https://karnschurch.org/new-year-resolutions/) - Often, at the beginning of the year, we all make resolutions to improve or do better or just start doing what we know we need to do. Well, how about giving yourself a check-up on how you are doing relative to spiritual matters? Why don't we all consider adopting the following resolutions for the New
- [Purposes and Goals - We All Need Them!](https://karnschurch.org/purposes-and-goals-we-all-need-them/) - Many of us speak in generalities when it comes to stating objectives in life, such as "I want to go to heaven" or "I want to be a better student of the Bible." These expressions, while admirable, are lacking any specific goals through which these purposes will be realized. God has designated many purposes for
- [My Family is the Best!](https://karnschurch.org/my-family-is-the-best/) - My Church family here at Karns is truly second to none. The turnout for our Fall Festival (Trunk or Treat) was overwhelmingly amazing. We had 120 sign up to eat and nearly 200 showed up to enjoy the plentiful supply of hot dogs, chili, desserts and other fixins'. Others came just for the trunk or
- [Known for Our Love](https://karnschurch.org/known-for-our-love/) - Sherrye and I have been overwhelmed with the care and concern that you, our brothers and sisters, have shown toward us in this time of her affliction. We are not the first to go through this ordeal and I am certain that we are not the last. I often wonder how people of the world
- [Love Your Brethren Every Day](https://karnschurch.org/love-your-brethren-every-day/) - In the minds of many, love is simply an emotion, a feeling that cannot be forced, an emotion which comes and goes. Yet we are commanded to love, and not just in the sense of active good will, but also in the sense of affection, care and friendship. It is common to distinguish between two
- [Thanks for Coming!](https://karnschurch.org/thanks-for-coming/) - The Bible records many events for us to consider and practice in our own lives. Just as Philip invited Nathanael to "come and see," many of our members have asked you to come and see - and we thank you for being here. "Nathanael said to him, `Can any good thing come out of Nazareth?'
- [A Sign for the Times](https://karnschurch.org/a-sign-for-the-times/) - We all travel through life looking for signs. When we are going to some place we have never been before, we follow the road signs that give us direction. Even if we are fairly certain of the direction we need to travel, we find it especially comforting to have a sign confirming our path. And,
- [Count Your Many Blessings](https://karnschurch.org/count-your-many-blessings/) - All of us have problems and they can at times overwhelm us. If you come to know anyone deeply enough you'll discover they too have problems. Usually everyone feels that their problems are the worst of all problems. It is in this kind of situation we need to pause and remember our blessings in order
- [Between a Rock and a Hard Place](https://karnschurch.org/between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place/) - There are many times that we all fall under a tremendous amount of pressure or stress just from the events in our daily lives. Stress can also occur at times when we are trying to do good things but are unduly criticized or feel inadequate because we have not accomplished our goals. Often in these
- [Proper Perspective](https://karnschurch.org/proper-perspective/) - By the time you are reading this we should have our new carpet installed. Thanks to everyone for your contribution towards its cost. We hope that this will be received as an appropriate enhancement to our auditorium. To keep things in their proper perspective please consider the following Scriptures and thoughts: Matthew 6:31 "Do not
- [Say Something Nice](https://karnschurch.org/say-something-nice/) - Often we may hear a mother telling her young child, "If you don't have anything nice to say, then, just say nothing at all". As adults, we also need to be reminded to "say something nice." We are often quick to make comments or point out our own preferences about things others have done or
- [Commitment and Involvement Are Not Easy](https://karnschurch.org/commitment-and-involvement-are-not-easy/) - Many of us have at least on occasion had eggs and bacon for breakfast. We realize that the chicken was involved in providing the eggs and that the pig was fully committed to providing the bacon. Involvement is fine in and of itself, but we often find biblical admonitions to be fully committed to the
- [Increasing Opportunities to Share the Gospel](https://karnschurch.org/increasing-opportunities-to-share-the-gospel/) - The importance of sharing the gospel of Christ with those who are lost cannot be over-emphasized. Jesus wants everyone to hear the good news of salvation (Mark 16:15-16), and has provided the gospel as God's power to save all who obey it (Rom. 1:16-17). The Institute for American Church Growth asked over 10,000 people this
- [Just Too Busy!](https://karnschurch.org/just-too-busy/) - Sherrye, Jonathan and I spent several days this last week clearing out a large section of overgrown landscape beds at our house. There were several large creeping junipers that had literally crept along over the years and had overtaken and killed just about everything else trying to grow in the landscape beds. It took a
- [Lessons from Jeremiah](https://karnschurch.org/lessons-from-jeremiah/) - Sherrye and I having been reading through the Bible this year and are presently about to finish Jeremiah. We often discuss what we have read and try to make application to the church and our lives. Recently, we were reading Jeremiah chapter 32, where he is in prison and buys a field knowing destruction is
- [Planting and Watering Time](https://karnschurch.org/planting-and-watering-time/) - What then is Apollos? And what is Paul? Servants through whom you believed, even as the Lord gave opportunity to each one. I planted, Apollos watered, but God was causing the growth. So then neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but God who causes the growth. Now he who
- [Be Nice](https://karnschurch.org/be-nice/) - Often we may hear a mother telling her young child to "Be nice" when they have said or done something rash to another child. As adults, we are no less reminded to "Be nice." We may be too quick to make comments or point out our own observations about things others have done or decided
- [God Answers Prayer - This I Know!](https://karnschurch.org/god-answers-prayer-this-i-know/) - Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much (James 5:16). I am so thankful there are so many righteous people who have prayed for Sherrye and me during her battle with cancer. I know God
- [Leave Rejoicing](https://karnschurch.org/leave-rejoicing/) - "When a child is born into this world it cries and others rejoice. Live your life in such a way that when leaving this world it is you who rejoices and others that cry." Sherrye recently read this interesting saying from a book she is using to help with teaching the ladies class. Not only
- [Start Time](https://karnschurch.org/start-time/) - In the beginning God... (Genesis 1:1) Have you ever given serious thought about the infinite eternal existence of our Almighty God? The beginning talked about in Genesis 1:1 is for us, not God. We have a beginning and it all started with the very first second. We measure time which always begins with the number
- [Should I or Shouldn't I?](https://karnschurch.org/should-i-or-shouldnt-i/) - This article has been adapted from an article in the Christian Courier written by Wayne Jackson entitled, "The Silence of the Scriptures: Permissive or Prohibitive?" It has been evident of late that there are a great many in the world of Christianity who have expressed their opinions as it relates to the authority of the
- [God's Mountains](https://karnschurch.org/gods-mountains/) - As I am writing this article I have returned from Pigeon Forge after attending a CPA conference this week. Sherrye and I were able to go to Cades Cove before the conference began and truly enjoyed the beauty of God's creation. The mountains and the trees are in full array and the tapestry God has
- [Wipe the Slate...](https://karnschurch.org/wipe-the-slate/) - God is good. He promises to take care of us, He provides for us, and He gave His only Son for us. In spite of all that God does for us, we still let Him down. As humans, we will sin, and we will sin again. The Bible tells us in a familiar verse, "But
- [We All Need Encouragement](https://karnschurch.org/we-all-need-encouragement/) - Then news of these things came to the ears of the church in Jerusalem, and they sent out Barnabas to go as far as Antioch. When he came and had seen the grace of God, he was glad, and encouraged them all that with purpose of heart they should continue with the Lord. For he
- [What Are We Waiting For?](https://karnschurch.org/what-are-we-waiting-for/) - We are at a point in time at Karns where we have every opportunity to take advantage of all the positive momentum that has already been generated and do some great things for the Lord. We should offer our collective talents and abilities to get more done. God has always used leaders from among His
- [What's Ya Doing?](https://karnschurch.org/whats-ya-doing/) - Sherrye and I just had a great weekend spending time with all four of our grandchildren. Although it can be tiring and trying to keep up with all the things they want you to do with them, it is also very rewarding. Many times throughout the weekend either Adalynn or Wrigley would ask, "what's ya
- [God Will Take Care of You!](https://karnschurch.org/god-will-take-care-of-you/) - Often, while singing during the worship service, I wonder if we truly pay attention to the words of the songs. Do we believe what we are singing and more importantly, do we live our lives in concert with those words? The song "God Will Take Care of You," has some lines that we (myself included)
- [Weigh Yourself](https://karnschurch.org/weigh-yourself/) - Life Benefit Christ Death Benefit You This time of year many of us are weighing ourselves and finding we are not pleased with the answer. Because of this we resolve to do better and then we will continue weighing, even daily, to see if we have progressed toward our goal. Just as we do this
- [We Should All be BP](https://karnschurch.org/we-should-all-be-bp/) - I know you are thinking that by the use of BP I am talking about British Petroleum, but I am not. For each of us, BP can mean to strive to be Blameless and Perfect. The scriptures talk about this in I Thessalonians 5:23, " Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely;
- [Who Cares, Anyway!](https://karnschurch.org/who-cares-anyway/) - Perhaps you have said it yourself or at least had the thought when failing to do something which needed to be done. There are trivial matters in life where it may well be appropriate to say, "who cares, anyway?" Like maybe failing to trim your toenails or drinking the last of the milk, etc.., But
- [Young People are Important!](https://karnschurch.org/young-people-are-important/) - But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 19:14). Young people should be welcomed, not just accommodated. Here at Karns I hope our youth understand and sense that we very much want them here and enjoy them being a
- [To Karns and Beyond](https://karnschurch.org/to-karns-and-beyond/) - In the Disney/Pixar Movie "Toy Story", the character Buzz Lightyear would often exclaim, "To Infinity and Beyond". In saying this he would imply that things go well beyond our present place and circumstances. Well, many of the things we do here at Karns also go way beyond our own four walls. I am so glad
- [The Right Motivation in Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/the-right-motivation-in-evangelism/) - What should be our motivation in evangelism? What motivated Jesus? Certainly He was very successful in reaching His goals. Since He is to be our example (1 Pet. 2:21), whatever motivated Him should be the driving force to motivate us. Jesus was moved with compassion when He saw the mass of lost souls (Matt. 9:35-36;
- [Things: Earthly and Heavenly](https://karnschurch.org/things-earthly-and-heavenly/) - ... As we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal (2 Corinthians 4:18, ESV). During this time of year, most of us will likely participate in the giving and receiving of
- [To Such Belongs the Kingdom of God!](https://karnschurch.org/to-such-belongs-the-kingdom-of-god/) - Have you taken a moment to really observe our little men as they dutifully go around and collect our attendance cards at each service? They are so anxious and full of joy to have an opportunity to help in the worship service. You can see the enthusiasm in their diligent effort to make sure they
- [What a Blessing](https://karnschurch.org/what-a-blessing/) - What a blessing it was to be a part of our Southeast lectureship this year. There were reunions of the many friendships made over the last 37 years of lectureships which took place here at Karns. The subject, "Lord, Make Me a Servant" was very well done and presented challenges for improvement to us all.
- [Trust and Obey](https://karnschurch.org/trust-and-obey/) - We all are most likely fairly familiar with the often sung hymn, "Trust and Obey". Before we got the new song books it was number 702, if memory serves me correctly. We sometimes sing a song that we have sung for years and perhaps not pay as much attention to the meaning as we should.
- [The Only Time Our Lord Ever Used the Word "Easy" It Was Attached to a Yoke](https://karnschurch.org/the-only-time-our-lord-ever-used-the-word-easy-it-was-attached-to-a-yoke/) - "For My yoke is easy and My burden is light" (Matthew 11:30). We all want things to be easy. We want a life of ease, our tasks to be easy and our requirements simple. But, we all know all good things in life come with a price and that price is not always so easy
- [There's No Place like Home!](https://karnschurch.org/theres-no-place-like-home/) - Whenever I hear someone say, "There's no place like home," I cannot help but think about those famous words as they were spoken by Dorothy in the movie The Wizard of Oz. For Sherrye and me, those words ring so true. As most of you know, we have just returned from spending a couple of
- [Winning the War over Worry (Matthew 6:25-34)](https://karnschurch.org/winning-the-war-over-worry-matthew-625-34/) - The present news as it relates to the economy and its effect on us personally has caused a greater level of anxiety and worry for many. In Matthew Jesus tells us not to worry and He makes four arguments as to why we shouldn't: 1. Is not life and body more important than food and
- [Think on These Things](https://karnschurch.org/think-on-these-things/) - As I am sitting at my computer writing this article I can't help but think about Benjamin turning 20 today. Wow! Where has the time gone? He has grown up in a very different world than when Sherrye and I were his age. We have done our best to maintain a stable Christian environment and
- [Why Attend Every Service?](https://karnschurch.org/why-attend-every-service/) - In every church there are some Christians who attend every service of the church whenever possible. However, there are other Christians whose attendance is infrequent, often missing Sunday and Wednesday night. Why do some Christians attend every service, and others do not? Does it really make a difference? I believe it makes a very real
- [We're All Going to Honduras!](https://karnschurch.org/were-all-going-to-honduras/) - It is indeed a marvelous blessing to be part of the church family here at Karns. We asked for your help to defray the costs of going to Honduras and you came through. As your shepherds we are very pleased with everyone's willingness to participate in our family's efforts to take the gospel to the
- [Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!](https://karnschurch.org/thank-you-thank-you-thank-you/) - "Therefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, do not cease to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers" (Ephesians 1:15-16). We at Karns are so blessed to have so many people willing to step in and help wherever
- [Today is the Day...](https://karnschurch.org/today-is-the-day/) - "This is the day which the LORD has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it" (Psalm 118:24). "But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which is alive today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will He not much more clothe you? You of little faith!" (Matthew 6:30) "But encourage
- [Do Natural Disasters Prove God is Evil?](https://karnschurch.org/do-natural-disasters-prove-god-is-evil/) - By Steve Higginbotham How are we supposed to believe in a God who created a world that includes tornadoes, earthquakes, hurricanes, and tidal waves? Each year, thousands of people are injured, maimed, and killed by these forces of nature. So I must ask, "Does this `natural evil' prove that God is `morally evil?'" Surely not!
- [Your Legacy](https://karnschurch.org/your-legacy/) - by Steve Higginbotham Several years ago, I received a phone call telling me that my maternal grandmother had passed away. When I hung up the phone, I sat down on the side of my bed and was immediately flooded with memories that filled my mind. If you will indulge me, I'll share a few of
- [Mental Illness](https://karnschurch.org/mental-illness/) - by Steve Higginbotham You finish the sentence. "I was sick and you _____________." Now, if we're talking about heart disease, diabetes, or cancer, I'm pretty sure we could fill in the blank with "visited me." But what if we're talking about mental illness? Might the sentence more truthfully be completed as follows: "I was sick
- [A Lawsuit Against God](https://karnschurch.org/a-lawsuit-against-god/) - by Steve Higginbotham Several years ago, Donald Drusky of Pennsylvania, named God as a defendant in a lawsuit. Mr. Drusky was suing God for failing to bring him justice in a thirty year battle with his former employee. Of course, his case was dismissed as "frivolous" by U.S. District Judge Norman Mordue, but isn't this
- [Christianity Demands More](https://karnschurch.org/christianity-demands-more/) - By Steve Higginbotham The story is told of a man who was arrested for getting involved in a drunken brawl at a bar. When it came time for this man's court appearance, the judge asked, "Sir, what do you have to say for yourself?" The man looked directly at the judge and said, "Your honor,
- [A Living Martyr](https://karnschurch.org/a-living-martyr/) - by Steve Higginbotham "Stephen wasn't a martyr because he died; he died because he was a martyr." After reading that sentence, you may be saying, "Steve, I don't get it. What do you mean?" Well let me see if I can explain. Did you know that the Greek word translated as "martyr" (Gr. martureo) is
- [Time Zones](https://karnschurch.org/time-zones/) - by Steve Higginbotham Anyone who has ever done any traveling realizes that "Time Zones" have to be taken into account. While visiting Israel a few years ago, I found myself wide awake at 3:00 a.m. every night. It just didn't seem like it should be bedtime, but according to the time zone we were in,
- [Life at the Bottom of a Ship](https://karnschurch.org/life-at-the-bottom-of-a-ship/) - by Steve Higginbotham Did you know that some ancient ships were driven, not only by wind and sail, but by slaves who rowed in the belly of a ship? These slaves would sit on wooden benches, have their ankles chained to the floor, and spent their life rowing at their Captain's command. A drummer would
- [The Church & Politics](https://karnschurch.org/the-church-politics/) - by Steve Higginbotham It's the political season, and at this time, people often ask, "Should the church get involved in politics?" I'll answer that question, but first I want you to consider the following points. I wish more disciples of Christ would practice their religion like they do their politics. I wish more Christians would
- [A Successful Church](https://karnschurch.org/a-successful-church/) - by Steve Higginbotham No matter what the undertaking may be, we desire to be successful. That can be no more true than when it comes to the success of the Lord's church. However, in the minds of many people, a successful church is measured in size, numbers, facilities, and reputation within a community. People often
- [Missing](https://karnschurch.org/missing/) - By Steve Higginbotham One Sunday morning, a preacher pointed out to one of the elders that the flower arrangement that sits in front of the pulpit was missing. The elder hadn't noticed it, but he certainly did now. This elder pulled all the other elders to the side and asked them if they had any
- [Be Loyal To The King](https://karnschurch.org/be-loyal-to-the-king/) - By Steve Higginbotham The political machine in America seems to be humming right now. Although we are more than a year away, we are getting ready to elect a new president. Along with this election comes all the political rhetoric (e.g. if this party gets in power, this calamity will occur. If the other party
- [We Don't Grow The Church](https://karnschurch.org/we-dont-grow-the-church/) - by Steve Higginbotham I don't like to hear people use the expression, "grow the church." You might be right in calling it a personal "pet peeve," or even a scruple, but I believe I have good reason for not using such relatively new verbiage. Allow me to share a few reasons I think we ought
- [Five](https://karnschurch.org/five/) - by Steve Higginbotham We tend to measure life in "milestones." These milestones usually center around the beginning of something like having a family, or the completion of something like when we celebrate anniversaries. And even when we celebrate anniversaries, some of them have greater significance than others, such as 25 and 50. But as I
- [Why Christianity is So Offensive](https://karnschurch.org/why-christianity-is-so-offensive-2/) - By Steve Higginbotham This past Wednesday night, Chris Cox delivered an excellent devotional message about how hard it is to love. I thought today's bulletin article would complement Chris' thoughts. The real reason so many people find Christianity offensive - and why they want nothing to do with it - may not be what you
- [Do We Need A Name Change?](https://karnschurch.org/do-we-need-a-name-change/) - By Steve Higginbotham In some circles, there is an effort, or at least a desire, to change the name that is on the sign out in front of our church buildings. We're being told that we would be more effective in our communities if we would remove the name "Church of Christ" and replace it
- [The Good Soil](https://karnschurch.org/the-good-soil/) - In Luke chapter 8, Jesus tells the parable of the sower, or also known as the parable of the soils. Matthew 13:23 says, "As for what was sown on good soil, this is the one who hears the word and understands it. He indeed bears fruit and yields, in one case a hundred fold, in
- [Daddy-Daughter Date Night...](https://karnschurch.org/daddy-daughter-date-night/) - On Friday, August 29th, we had daddy-daughter date night here at the building. This is an event held annually for dads with daughters in the youth group. I had looked forward to this event all week. Although all three of my daughters now meet the age criteria for the youth group, I wanted to only
- [Anvil Sparks...](https://karnschurch.org/anvil-sparks/) - While reading a book titled Doctrinal Discourses by Robertson Whiteside, I came along a piece that he calls "Anvil Sparks." These little tidbits are over a hundred years old and were written for members of the church at that time. It is interesting to note how they can apply to us today. I thought I
- [Your Prayers Be Not Hindered...](https://karnschurch.org/your-prayers-be-not-hindered/) - In I Peter chapter 3 verse 7, it says, "You husbands likewise, live with your wives in an understanding way, as with a weaker vessel, since she is a woman; and grant her honor as a fellow heir of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered." Recently, while reading this
- [The Sword and the Ear...](https://karnschurch.org/the-sword-and-the-ear/) - We are told in Matthew of the dreadful day when our Lord was betrayed and arrested: Now His betrayer had given them a sign, saying, "Whomever I kiss, He is the One; seize Him." Immediately he went up to Jesus and said, "Greetings, Rabbi!" and kissed Him. But Jesus said to him, "Friend, why have
- [God's Gifts...](https://karnschurch.org/gods-gifts/) - Throughout the Bible we see many examples of God's love for mankind demonstrated through His gifts. When the Jews were brought out of Egypt and wandering in the desert, He blessed them with manna from heaven. This gift from God not only included manna, but quail as well. Although these gifts were from God, we
- [Fulfil the Law](https://karnschurch.org/fulfil-the-law/) - When reading the Old Testament, (if you have not, I strongly suggest you read the Bible in its entirety), you will discover several specific commands given by God to Moses and Aaron to give to the people of Israel (see Exodus through Deuteronomy). The articles regarding sacrifices alone make my head spin. There are many
- [Will He Find Faith on Earth?](https://karnschurch.org/will-he-find-faith-on-earth/) - In Luke chapter 18, Jesus is discussing the parable of the persistent widow. He closes the parable in verse 8 by describing that God will give justice speedily and ends with the question, "Nevertheless when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?" The last words "will he find faith on earth"
- [Doing is Believing](https://karnschurch.org/doing-is-believing/) - You have often heard it said that "seeing is believing," but from a biblical point of view it is actually doing that is believing. I am sure you have read Hebrews chapter 11 time and time again and have thought of it as the great faith chapter. Indeed, it is the great faith chapter that
- [Dealing with Discouragement!](https://karnschurch.org/dealing-with-discouragement/) - There are times in all of our lives when we are faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles and hardships. Often, when those times come we may feel as though God and our Christian family have overlooked us and let us down. There are many great examples in the Bible of people who faced horrendous circumstances and
- [Consider Your Giving Practice](https://karnschurch.org/consider-your-giving-practice/) - In Old Testament history, the patriarchal period, there are two examples of great servants of the Lord offering gifts to the Creator from their prosperity. Abraham gave to Melchizedek, a priest of God, ten percent of the "chief spoils" he recently had taken from some pagan kings (Genesis 14:20; Hebrews 7:4). Later Jacob, after his
- [Help Wanted - Lectureship is Coming!](https://karnschurch.org/help-wanted-lectureship-is-coming/) - By Gregg Woodall, for the elders Ahhh! The smell of spring is in the air, taxes are filed (you hope) and it's time once again for the Southeast annual lectureship. This year we expect a large number of people to attend our lectureship and we want them all to have a great experience and be
- [Not All Giants are Huge in Stature!](https://karnschurch.org/not-all-giants-are-huge-in-stature/) - We are all still grieving over the passage of our dear friend and fellow brother, Wendell Agee. On the night of his passing we were there with June and her daughters sharing our mutual respect and awe at all that Wendell has done. At one point, while talking with his daughter Christine, I mentioned to
- [Fill In The Blank](https://karnschurch.org/fill-in-the-blank/) - by Steve Higginbotham In a moment, I am going to give you the opportunity to "fill in the blank" with either the word, "and" or the word, "but." Although you may not recognize the passage I am about to share with you, I want you to insert the word you think best fits the context
- [Training Men to Preach](https://karnschurch.org/training-men-to-preach/) - by Steve Higginbotham For the past forty-five years, the Karns church of Christ has embraced the ministry of training faithful men to preach the gospel (2 Timothy 2:2). Over those 45 years, more than 400 men have been supported, taught, and trained through an intensive two-year program. Although there have been many changes in facilities,
- [Why Christianity is So Offensive](https://karnschurch.org/why-christianity-is-so-offensive/) - by Steve Higginbotham Why is it that many people are antagonistic toward Christianity and those who wear the name of Christ? Many might think it's because Christianity is too harsh, too narrow, too judgmental, and too irrelevant. But that's really not the reason. Truth be told, people find Christianity offensive for one surprising reason...LOVE. Yes,
- [Don't Forget Gethsemane](https://karnschurch.org/dont-forget-gethsemane/) - by Steve Higginbotham I don't remember where I first heard the following comment, but I would like for you to consider it. As one reads the account of Jesus entering the garden of Gethsemane just prior to his betrayal and crucifixion, one can notice that there are four groups of people present. 1. The Lord
- [A Book Review](https://karnschurch.org/a-book-review/) - By Steve Higginbotham The church of our Lord is going through a very difficult period of time. Many individuals and congregations are charting new courses that are taking people away from the old paths set forth in God's word. Some of our best thinkers have set out to write articles and books that are intended
- [St. Croix 2016](https://karnschurch.org/st-croix-2016/) - As you read this on Sunday, June 12th, the mission team is already on the ground in St. Croix. Even with the hard work, long hours, and very warm temperatures, I enjoy being a part of this wonderful group. It brings me pleasure to work with Clancy and the dynamic team from Karns, laboring together
- [Success and Failure](https://karnschurch.org/success-and-failure/) - Steve discussed the topic of temptation during his lesson last Wednesday and one of his points caused me to consider something. He stated that when we are successful at overcoming temptation we keep it to ourselves. If we have successes in other aspects of our lives, we share the details, but not when we have
- [Keep the Law...](https://karnschurch.org/keep-the-law/) - You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength. "And these words which I command you today shall be in your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk
- [Be on Guard](https://karnschurch.org/be-on-guard/) - This morning we are installing three additional elders at Karns. We should be very thankful to the three men and their families for the willingness to do the work and the sacrifices that they will make to oversee this congregation. The installation of additional elders is very serious business for the congregation. Please pray for
- [Early Church Growth](https://karnschurch.org/early-church-growth/) - In Acts chapter 6, Luke informs us of the gradual development in the early church and a problem associated with growth in the church at Jerusalem. It had been about 4 to 5 years since the church was established and it is indicated that all 12 apostles were in Jerusalem at the time. The increase
- [Twice Owned](https://karnschurch.org/twice-owned/) - by Steve Higginbotham One of the pleasant memories my wife has of her childhood is when she and her father would perform a duet together. Kim would play the piano and her father would play the fiddle. Their duets brought them a lot of joy and family fun. However, Kim's dad suffered from the crippling
- [Wild Thing](https://karnschurch.org/wild-thing/) - In the spring of my senior year (1966 and yes, I am old) the number one hit song was "Wild Thing." This was a somewhat short and silly song about someone who made "everything groovy!" When I hear or think about this song today, I think about that wild thing that lives in the mouths
- [Lessons from Josiah](https://karnschurch.org/lessons-from-josiah/) - II Chronicles 34 & 35 tells us of the "good" King Josiah of Judah. By my count, here were only 8 kings of Judah considered good because they did what was right in the sight of God. My judgment is that Josiah was not just good, but really good! Here is a sample of what
- [We Are Family](https://karnschurch.org/we-are-family/) - The theme for our family retreat on September 2-3 is "We are Family." This theme reminded me of the 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates who used the Sister Sledge anthem, "We Are Family," throughout the year. They ended up winning the World Series over the Baltimore Orioles in 7 games. In fact, the Pirates were down 3-1
- [Let's Give Him Our Best](https://karnschurch.org/lets-give-him-our-best/) - In Malachi, the last book in the Old Testament, God gives His people final warnings and prophecies before Christ's ministry. These words were to be His last recorded communication for over 400 years. God clearly describes His displeasure with His people. They were not honoring Him in the way He expected. God said: They were
- [Hope](https://karnschurch.org/hope/) - The Bible concept of hope is clouded by our everyday use of that word. We hope our team wins, we hope for a nice day for outdoor activities, we hope we have enough resources to retire and we hope our country affords us the freedom to worship according to the Bible. This kind of hope
- [Don't Miss Your Rest](https://karnschurch.org/dont-miss-your-rest/) - We live in a fast-paced world. We often do not get the rest we need before the chaos seems to start over again. This adversely affects all of us and can wear down the best of us. When we do get enough rest we feel so grateful and relieved. Remember that God has promised his
- [Abundant Living](https://karnschurch.org/abundant-living/) - In Ecclesiastes, Solomon considers the meaning of life. He concludes that everything "under the sun" is vanity. Vanity here means utter emptiness or uselessness. Solomon was in a position to experience all that the world had to offer to a human. Being very wise (although he did many unwise things), he decided to tell us
- [Eclipses, Eclipses](https://karnschurch.org/eclipses-eclipses/) - Unless you've been living under a rock you know we had a total eclipse of the sun this past Monday. Most of you probably saw it. I did and I could not help but be amazed at the clear, beautiful, and faith- building evidence of intelligent design. Physics and science (science which is not the
- [The Church is Like...](https://karnschurch.org/the-church-is-like/) - Steve Higginbotham (04-30-17) P.M. The Church Is Like... (2 Timothy 2:1-13) Introduction: 1. 2. 3. 4. A metaphor is a figure of speech in which you make compare one thing to another. A mixed metaphor is when one makes an incongruous comparison; for example: a. We can stand here and talk until the cows turn
- [The Church is Like...](https://karnschurch.org/the-church-is-like-2/) - Steve Higginbotham (04-30-17) P.M. The Church Is Like... (2 Timothy 2:1-13) Introduction: 1. 2. 3. 4. A metaphor is a figure of speech in which you make compare one thing to another. A mixed metaphor is when one makes an incongruous comparison; for example: a. We can stand here and talk until the cows turn
- [Forgive](https://karnschurch.org/forgive/) - Steve Higginbotham (04-30-17) A.M. Forgive (Ephesians 5:32) Introduction: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Those of you who are old enough will remember the Academy Award winning movie from 1970 called, "Love Story." This movie popularized the phrase, "Love means never having to say you're sorry." That's about the worst explanation of love I've ever
- [Forgive](https://karnschurch.org/forgive-2/) - Steve Higginbotham (04-30-17) A.M. Forgive (Ephesians 5:32) Introduction: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Those of you who are old enough will remember the Academy Award winning movie from 1970 called, "Love Story." This movie popularized the phrase, "Love means never having to say you're sorry." That's about the worst explanation of love I've ever
- [A Mind to Work](https://karnschurch.org/a-mind-to-work/) - We read in the book of Nehemiah how the wall of Jerusalem was rebuilt in only 52 days (6:15). This great accomplishment was achieved through trust in GOD and a desire to work. "And I told them of the hand of my God which had been good upon me, and also of the king's words
- [James 5:19-20](https://karnschurch.org/james-519-20/) - Last Sunday morning, Steve challenged the congregation to consider one another in order to stir up love (Hebrews 10:24). He asked us to tell a brother or sister in Christ how much their faith encourages us and how we appreciate them; and he asked us to encourage a family member, one of our youth, and
- [Relationships](https://karnschurch.org/relationships/) - When I graduated from college, I accepted a job offer as a resident engineer on a large construction project. My job responsibilities included day-to-day interface with contractors and observing construction progress for compliance with the project drawings. I gained a lot of knowledge and experience during the four years I was onsite and I am
- [Keep That Light Burning!](https://karnschurch.org/keep-that-light-burning/) - How do others characterize us? What do friends, coworkers, classmates, and neighbors think and say about us? While we cannot always control what others think or say, we can strive daily to walk according to the will of God. I Corinthians 9 and Hebrews 12 likens Christianity to running a race. Hebrews 12:1-2 tells us
- [Let Us Draw Near to God](https://karnschurch.org/let-us-draw-near-to-god/) - Habakkuk (1:2-4) lamented the society in which he lived. Judah had been torn apart by injustice. Laws were being ignored, and justice was perverted. Habakkuk was further troubled over God's silence (1:2) and thought his prayers were going unanswered. God tells Habakkuk that the Chaldeans will chasten Judah (1:5-11). While Habakkuk does praise God, he
- [Watch Where You Walk!](https://karnschurch.org/watch-where-you-walk/) - Since we are expanding the auditorium we have dealt with construction hazards around the hallways. We have warned parents (and grandparents) to closely watch where the children walk. Do you know that it behooves every Christian to take care in our walk? Consider Paul's advice in Colossians 2:7, "As you therefore have received Christ Jesus
- [Come to Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/come-to-jesus/) - John 5:39-47 records a confrontation with the Jews who sought to kill Jesus. Jesus tells them in verses 39 and 40, "You search the Scriptures, for in them you think you have eternal life; and these are they which testify of Me. But you are not willing to come to Me that you may have
- [I Am Barabbas](https://karnschurch.org/i-am-barabbas/) - Pontius Pilate had a problem. The Jewish leaders charged Jesus with blasphemy and unruly behavior. Pilate tried to sidestep the problem by referring Him to Herod. Herod mocked Jesus and sent Him back to Pilate (Luke 23). Pilate had another political maneuver he hoped would work. He traditionally released a Jewish prisoner during the Passover.
- [Shooting Stars](https://karnschurch.org/shooting-stars/) - When our daughter was in junior high, we got up at 4 a.m. to observe a meteor shower. First we drove to a dark rural area where there were few artificial lights. We then reclined in deck chairs and let our eyes adjust. As I recall, we saw an average of one "shooting star" or
- [A Royal Priesthood](https://karnschurch.org/a-royal-priesthood/) - In 1 Peter 2:9, Peter tells us that we (Christians) "are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light." This scripture is full of meaning for us today. We as Christians are
- [Spiritual Resolutions](https://karnschurch.org/spiritual-resolutions/) - There isn't time in this short article to cover all the possible New Year's resolutions we might make for 2017. Statistically, we humans show a very poor batting average for actually achieving New Year's resolutions. Studies show that writing down your goals greatly increases the odds of actually doing them. We often have resolutions about
- [The Day that Changed the World](https://karnschurch.org/the-day-that-changed-the-world/) - A young, recently married woman was keeping the two boys of an unwed mother in the 1930's when the mother did not return for her children. She and her husband elected to raise them as their own. Soon after, her husband died and she raised these two boys by herself. Bo, as her grandchildren affectionately
- [Calamity and Destruction!](https://karnschurch.org/calamity-and-destruction/) - Albert Einstein said, "Nothing happens until something moves." There must be action for anything to happen. Others have said, "Nothing gets done unless you move." We have to move, we have to take action to get anything done. If we sit complacently idle then nothing happens. Jesus said, "You are the light of the world.
- [Crime and Forgiveness](https://karnschurch.org/crime-and-forgiveness/) - "Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you; leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother, then come and offer your gift" (Matthew 5:23-24). God wants us to get along; God wants us to
- [Important Business Meeting](https://karnschurch.org/important-business-meeting/) - What's important? We all think we are prioritizing appropriately, but are we really? There are all kinds of techniques for ordering our tasks, projects, and objectives for each day and most are pretty good as long as we actually follow them. They try to guide us toward spending time on what is most important rather
- [Heart Problems](https://karnschurch.org/heart-problems/) - Zechariah chapter 7 tells us that worship motivated by the desire to please self rather than God is condemned. Such worship is shown through selfishness, unwillingness to follow God's pattern of worship, refusal to worship, laziness, or just going to worship to get rid of our feelings of guilt rather than to please God. We
- [Beware the Wolves!](https://karnschurch.org/beware-the-wolves/) - For I know this, that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock. Also from among yourselves men will rise up, speaking perverse things, to draw away the disciples after themselves. Therefore watch, and remember that for three years I did not cease to warn everyone night and day
- [It's Not About You!](https://karnschurch.org/its-not-about-you/) - When you make the decision to be a Christian you are deciding to be Christ-like. None of us does this perfectly, but it is our goal and the ideal to which we aspire. Nothing about Jesus was about him. If he was about himself he would never have left heaven to come to earth to
- [Just Such a Time as This](https://karnschurch.org/just-such-a-time-as-this/) - In recent articles, we have read about the Israelites giving so much the leadership had to tell them to stop. We also read about how God's people tended to their own homes and interests while neglecting the house of the Lord and how they were condemned for it. We know from scripture that we are
- [New Beginnings](https://karnschurch.org/new-beginnings/) - We've all experienced the excitement and even anxiety of starting something new. Maybe it was the excitement of a new school year, a new job, starting your life together as a new married couple. There is the birth of a child and the complete change of perspective which accompanies that. Things seem different, strange, exciting,
- [Consider Your Ways](https://karnschurch.org/consider-your-ways/) - (Haggai 1:4-11) "Is it time for you yourselves to dwell in your paneled houses, and this temple to lie in ruins?" Now therefore, thus says the Lord of hosts: "Consider your ways!" (Haggai 1:4, 5 NKJV) In verses 6-11 of Haggai, God goes on to say how they sow much but reap little, drink but
- [Southeast is Special](https://karnschurch.org/southeast-is-special/) - The Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies is a very important and long-standing work of this church. Training men to go out into the world and spread the gospel is not only vital for those lost souls in the world, but it is the mission of the church (Matt. 28:19-20). Study and preparation to preach are
- [Be Thankful for the Opportunity to Serve!](https://karnschurch.org/be-thankful-for-the-opportunity-to-serve/) - Sherrye, on certain occasions, reminds me and herself that we need to be thankful for all of the opportunities we have to serve. This quote from her often comes when I may be expressing some level of concern or disappointment over someone's reaction to some service provided to them. There are times when people we
- [God Gives the Increase!](https://karnschurch.org/god-gives-the-increase/) - The year 2017 has certainly been a year of change for us here at Karns. The tree has come down, the house has been removed, the school staff is occupying the basement, the elders are meeting in the library, our resource room and many of our classrooms have been relocated to accommodate the growth the
- [Heavenly Minded](https://karnschurch.org/heavenly-minded/) - (Matthew 6:25-34) What if you were to wake up one day and realize you didn't have a single worry in the world? Suppose you did not have any concern about what you would wear that day, what projects or work was to be accomplished, what you were going to eat, where you were going to
- [Ready, Set, Grow!](https://karnschurch.org/ready-set-grow/) - For quite some time now we have been working toward an expansion of our facilities. There has been a lot of preparation, planning and effort going into the physical expansion. You might say we have been getting READY for a long time and we are now SET to see the beginnings of our efforts and
- [Doing Our ONE Thing](https://karnschurch.org/doing-our-one-thing/) - "Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord" (Romans 12:10-11). Often we think about Scriptures that talk of the many talents that exists among us for the building up of the body. We also tend to think we
- [Good Words](https://karnschurch.org/good-words/) - ...They sent out Barnabas ...he was glad, and encouraged them all... he was a good man (Acts 11:22-24, NKJV). The scriptures reserved this "good man" description for use only 10 times in the Bible. Barnabas was attributed with that description and for good reason as he exemplified the man of God who always encouraged the
- [Our Growing Church Family](https://karnschurch.org/our-growing-church-family/) - Our families are vital to our lives and have had tremendous influence on us. We are all shaped and molded by the experiences we have had while growing up in our families and by the families we ourselves have established. Our church family is no different in that it has a tremendous impact on our
- [Do What Is Right!](https://karnschurch.org/do-what-is-right/) - While attending the FHU Benefit dinner a few years ago, Sherrye and I were privileged to hear General Norman Schwarzkopf give a talk. He covered several things that had occurred throughout his military career and how he was able to cope under so much pressure in the Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm. He offered
- [No leaks in the ARK!](https://karnschurch.org/no-leaks-in-the-ark/) - Sherrye and I recently made a visit to the "Ark Encounter" in Kentucky with our friends, the Tidwells, from Ohio. The day started out a little rainy and overcast, a perfect setting for visiting the ark. As we toured the ark I asked Sherrye to see if she could find any leaks anywhere inside. We
- [Doing Without](https://karnschurch.org/doing-without/) - by Steve Higginbotham Samuel B. Pierce was a good man and a devoted follower of Jesus. One year, when Sam's oldest daughter was about to start a new school year, he bought her a new outfit to wear to school, for each day of the week. Money was scarce, and the little girl was thrilled
- [Harsh And Graceless Preaching](https://karnschurch.org/harsh-and-graceless-preaching/) - by Steve Higginbotham Several years ago, I read a book written by a brother who set out to describe the preaching that took place 60 to 70 years ago. Here is what he said: "The sermons just seemed so harsh and graceless...If you were going to preach in the 1940's and 50's in the Churches
- [Where Did You Get Your Training?](https://karnschurch.org/where-did-you-get-your-training/) - By Steve Higginbotham We've all seen it happen, haven't we? We've all witnessed or maybe experienced the pride and joy grandparents have for their grandchildren. If you're a grandparent, I'm sure you've "whipped out" the latest pictures of your grandchildren to show your friends. And if you're not a grandparent, you've probably been an "innocent
- [Five Challenges Facing the Church](https://karnschurch.org/five-challenges-facing-the-church/) - By Steve Higginbotham Preaching For "The Choir" But Not To "The Choir." The church doesn't need professional pulpiteers to please the church. Rather, what the church needs are men of conviction who will preach not only "for" the church but "to" the church, challenging her ethics, calling for repentance, upholding God's doctrine, and leading the
- [Do I Have to Go to Church?](https://karnschurch.org/do-i-have-to-go-to-church/) - By Steve Higginbotham Through the years, I have had people ask the following question, "Do I have to go to all of the services of the church? I mean, what if I don't go on Sunday night? Would it be a sin if I stayed home?" Well, allow me to answer that question by asking
- [God Is Good All The Time](https://karnschurch.org/god-is-good-all-the-time/) - by Steve Higginbotham Imagine the joy, strength, and encouragement that must have been experienced as they witnessed the miraculous deliverance from generations of Egyptian bondage. I can only imagine how they must have felt as they witnessed the power of God in the plagues, the exuberance of freedom and a new life! It's easy to
- [You Must Be Doing Something Right](https://karnschurch.org/you-must-be-doing-something-right/) - By Steve Higginbotham Through the years, I've heard numerous people say, "You must be doing something right, you all are really growing." This comment has led me to conclude that there is a misconception among us that if a church is growing, someone must be doing something right. However, is "church growth" really proof that
- [Only a Handful](https://karnschurch.org/only-a-handful/) - by Steve Higginbotham During a great famine in the days of King Ahab (1 Kings 17), Elijah, the prophet, asked a widow for a piece of bread. Her response to him was, "I do not have any bread, only a handful of flour in a bin, and a little oil in a jar." To the
- [What's Your Bible IQ?](https://karnschurch.org/whats-your-bible-iq/) - By Steve Higginbotham How well can you do on this brief, five-question quiz? Who was rebuked by Jesus for caring more about temporal things than eternal things? To whom did Jesus offer "living water" that would cause one to never again thirst? Which disciple was given a second chance to follow Jesus after denying him?
- [If It Isn't Broken...Break It](https://karnschurch.org/if-it-isnt-broken-break-it/) - by Steve Higginbotham The truism that states, "If it isn't broken, don't fix it" may be true with some things, but not the human heart (Psalm 51:17). If our hearts aren't broken, they need to be. Have you ever heard of "Kintsugi?" Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with a "glue" made
- [It Still Doesn't Know!](https://karnschurch.org/it-still-doesnt-know/) - By Steve Higginbotham I am a faithful devotee of WordPerfect. For those of you who may not know what WordPerfect is, it is a word processing program. Oh, I know that Microsoft Word has the "lion's share" of the market, but WordPerfect cannot be beaten when it comes to outlining (and I do a lot
- [I Don't Know](https://karnschurch.org/i-dont-know-2/) - by Steve Higginbotham When we're looking for an answer to our spiritual questions, "I don't know" doesn't seem to be very helpful or satisfactory. However, for a people who are dedicated to "speaking where the Bible speaks and being silent where the Bible is silent," sometimes "I don't know," is not only a good answer,
- [Canceling Church](https://karnschurch.org/canceling-church/) - by Steve Higginbotham The story is told of two preachers who were visiting over a cup of coffee one morning. The first preacher said to the second, "I cancelled our Sunday night services about five months ago." "You did?" the second preacher replied. "What do your church members think?" The first preacher said, "I suspect
- [Roll the Gospel Chariot Along](https://karnschurch.org/roll-the-gospel-chariot-along/) - By Steve Higginbotham Many of you know the song children sing during VBS entitled, "Roll the Gospel Chariot." This was one of my favorite songs as a young boy, especially when we got to the line that said, "When the Devil's in the way, we will run right over him." When we sang that line,
- [Good Intentions and Their Consequences](https://karnschurch.org/good-intentions-and-their-consequences/) - Parents instruct their children to avoid certain things that are harmful because there are consequences associated with that particular action or behavior. Adults have learned through life experiences that certain actions and behaviors result in consequences. Although aware of regulations and warnings, some rationalize and decide it is acceptable to forego God's will due to
- [Fond Memories](https://karnschurch.org/fond-memories/) - When the current auditorium was constructed twenty-five years ago, our shepherds had the foresight to plan and prepare for growth beyond the immediate need. Their vision included designing and constructing our auditorium with capability to address future, additional needs. The Karns congregation has grown in number over the past 25 years, and the Karns community
- [Forbear One Another](https://karnschurch.org/forbear-one-another/) - As members of the body of Christ we share a special relationship with one another (I Cor. 12:12). We have a responsibility to love and care for one another (I John 4:7) and we have a responsibility to forbear one another. "I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the
- [One Body, So Many Parts!](https://karnschurch.org/one-body-so-many-parts/) - The human body is an amazing and wonderful creation of God. The body's systems and its members work together to ensure a fully functioning body; each is interdependent on the other. More importantly, the body of Christ (the church) is a truly amazing and wonderful blessing from God. The church consists of many members, working
- [Peace Is Found Only in God](https://karnschurch.org/peace-is-found-only-in-god/) - This month's events in Virginia remind us of the hatred that exists in our country, both historically and presently. What can we do? It begins with you and me demonstrating our love for each other. "Jesus said to him, "`You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and
- [Christianity Should Not Be a Well-Kept Secret](https://karnschurch.org/christianity-should-not-be-a-well-kept-secret/) - Before the 9/11 tragedy, I traveled to New York for a business meeting. I flew to Newark, NJ and boarded a bus service to New York City. After my meeting, I walked to a bus ticketing and transfer station in the ground floor of the World Trade Center. I purchased my return ticket, thanked the
- [Your Bill Has Been Paid](https://karnschurch.org/your-bill-has-been-paid/) - Bills, bills, and more bills. They keep coming with no end in sight. This year our family had the pleasure (exaggerates) of paying for several sets of new car tires, a new heat and air system, and medical bills, to name a few. Now Christmas time is upon us and there will be even more
- [His Decision](https://karnschurch.org/his-decision/) - We are told in Matthew of the dreadful day when our Lord was betrayed and arrested: Now His betrayer had given them a sign, saying, "Whomever I kiss, He is the One; seize Him." Immediately he went up to Jesus and said, "Greetings, Rabbi!" and kissed Him. But Jesus said to him, "Friend, why have
- [Part of the Growth Process](https://karnschurch.org/part-of-the-growth-process/) - It is a blessing to experience growth in our congregation. During the planning stages and when, Lord willing, the expansion will soon be underway, we will encounter some crowded Sundays. While growing up in my home congregation, there was a time we had to expand our building and we experienced the same situation. I remember
- [Keep Nothing Back...](https://karnschurch.org/keep-nothing-back/) - "... I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you" (Acts 20:20). These words, stated by the apostle long ago, should bring great comfort to all who seek the Lord. The Lord always keeps his part. God and Christ have kept nothing back that would be profitable to men. They have done everything and provided
- [A Clean Slate](https://karnschurch.org/a-clean-slate/) - God is good. He promises to take care of us. He provides for us and gave His only Son for us. In spite of all God does for us, we still let him down. As humans, we will sin and we will sin again. A familiar verse of the Bible says, "But if we walk
- [If We Don't Give Up...](https://karnschurch.org/if-we-dont-give-up/) - And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up (Galatians 6:9, English Standard Version). The New King James Version is similar, except that it says, "we shall reap if we do not lose heart." After exhorting the believers in Galatia and warning
- [Groundbreaking Day 2017](https://karnschurch.org/groundbreaking-day-2017/) - The Karns church of Christ is a FAMILY. Today is the day our family celebrates the beginning of our auditorium expansion and school building construction with a groundbreaking ceremony. Of course this event will not be a part of our worship service to God. However, it will be a small celebration of thanks with an
- [It's All About the Heart](https://karnschurch.org/its-all-about-the-heart/) - There are hundreds of Bible verses that mention the heart. In the Bible, the heart refers to your core being. It's the decision center where you decide what is right and wrong. It is essentially the real you. Recently I was studying Acts chapter 8. It contains two important stories and both mention the heart.
- [Hate Our Parents?](https://karnschurch.org/hate-our-parents/) - In Luke 14 starting at verse 26, Jesus makes an astounding statement, "If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes and his own life also, he cannot be My disciple." Wow, how can this be, Jesus? You taught us on the Sermon on
- [The Scariest Verse in the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/the-scariest-verse-in-the-bible/) - You probably have a Bible verse that scares you, but the one that scares me the most is Luke 4:13: "Then when the devil had ended every temptation, he departed from Him, until an opportune time." This verse scares me because if the devil was unwilling to give up on Jesus after taking his best
- [Flying Upside Down](https://karnschurch.org/flying-upside-down/) - In 1986, "Top Gun" was a blockbuster movie starring Tom Cruise. It was the highest grossing movie that year. The story was about an F-14 Tomcat fighter crew who progress through the Navy's Top Gun school. The school teaches advance fighter tactics to the Navy's elite fighter pilots. Soon after the movie, I was in
- [Sojourners and Pilgrims](https://karnschurch.org/sojourners-and-pilgrims/) - As you read this, Sue and I are on a sojourn through National Parks and other sights out West. We hope to be back by the 30th of March. According to the dictionary, a sojourner is a person who resides temporarily in a place that is not their home. We plan to stay one night
- [Easter](https://karnschurch.org/easter/) - Today is the day that most people who identify as Christians call Easter. Those who celebrate it in a spiritual sense are setting this Sunday aside to remember the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Such a holiday is not mentioned in the New Testament. The word Easter does not occur in our Bibles except for some
- [Come to the Family Retreat](https://karnschurch.org/come-to-the-family-retreat/) - God instituted marriage and the family in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 2). He created Eve as a helpmeet for Adam. This started the family of man. Within the family of man is the family of God. God called the Israelites His family in Amos 3:1 and Christians are considered God's family today (Ephesians 3:15).
- [Be Like the Wise Man](https://karnschurch.org/be-like-the-wise-man/) - During VBS the children sing a clever and catchy song. It's about the wise man who built his house upon the rock. You know the song: "the rains came down and the floods came up." Admit it, you are singing this in your mind right now. Go ahead and do the hand motions too, nobody
- [Envy, Jealousy and Covetousness](https://karnschurch.org/envy-jealousy-and-covetousness/) - Envy is one of those things the Bible says makes us worthy of death (Rom. 1:29-32), defiles us (Mark 7:22), and will keep us out of heaven (Gal 5:19-21). So, it's vitally important that we understand what it is and that we purge it from ourselves. Covetousness and jealousy are similarly condemned. Envy and jealousy
- [ONE](https://karnschurch.org/one/) - One of the things I have always loved about the church since I was very young is that we are one (Phil 1:1-13, Gal 3:26-29). We are "red and yellow, black and white," rich, poor, old, young, of various nationalities. Some were raised in the church while others came into the Lord's church later in
- [Listening](https://karnschurch.org/listening/) - Last week I attended some company training which is being rolled out to all employees. The corporation I work for wants employees to adopt some specific principles and practices in order to improve communication and work flow up and down the chain. It is interesting that most of the principles are biblical and ones we
- [Us and Them](https://karnschurch.org/us-and-them/) - I do not recall my parents ever talking badly about our church family, the ministers, or the eldership where we attended church. I knew that my parents didn't agree with some decisions made by the leadership, but they respected and supported them. An atmosphere of "us and them" did not exist in our home. If
- [Together Again!](https://karnschurch.org/together-again/) - Many great things happened this past weekend. Nine graduates of the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies were honored last Saturday (six graduated May 2018 and three will graduate December 2018). Sunday, representatives of Freed Hardeman University were present to provide information and conduct a college planning session; President David Shannon taught the adult Bible class
- [Discipline Motivated by Love](https://karnschurch.org/discipline-motivated-by-love/) - The motivation for any discipline should be love for the other person. While no discipline seems pleasant when being administered, it should not be avoided at all cost. Hebrews 12:3-11 describes God's discipline of those whom He loves. The purpose is to bring about change for the good of those being disciplined. Verse 11 states,
- [Doing Our Share](https://karnschurch.org/doing-our-share/) - Considering one another also means the willingness to serve wherever needed in the Lord's church. Many years ago, I knew of an individual who was asked by the elders to help in a particular area; however, the person did not think it was the best use of their talents and believed they should be used
- [2019](https://karnschurch.org/2019-2/) - We often sing the hymn "I Am Resolved." Resolve can be defined as a firm determination to do something. For 2019, let us resolve to: Give more attention to spiritual and Godly matters and less to the care and many distractions of the world Be regular in attendance when our church family meets for worship
- [Barton Warren Stone](https://karnschurch.org/barton-warren-stone/) - Recently I did some genealogy research for our family. I was surprised to find that my wife is distantly related to Barton Warren Stone. This led me to look into some history of this pioneer in the Restoration Movement. Stone was an ordained Presbyterian minister. As he studied his Bible and the Presbyterian Confession of
- [I Love You Too](https://karnschurch.org/i-love-you-too/) - It is very common these days for loved ones to say, "I love you" with a response of "I love you too." This usually occurs as one is departing or is about to hang up the phone. This, of course, is a good thing. It is also something that didn't happen in my childhood home
- [His Own Word](https://karnschurch.org/his-own-word/) - The interaction between our Lord and the Samaritan woman at the well teaches us many lessons. Today I want to consider what happened when the woman returned to her city. The Bible reports, "And many of the Samaritans of that city believed in Him because of the word of the woman who testified, `He told
- [Jesus and the Woman at the Well](https://karnschurch.org/jesus-and-the-woman-at-the-well/) - As we make our plans to spread the Gospel according to Jesus' command in His Great Commission, we can learn from His example. One of the most revealing examples of His teaching is found in John 4 when He spoke with the Samaritan woman at the well. Just speaking with the woman ran counter to
- [Self-Control](https://karnschurch.org/self-control/) - Self-control is the ability to subdue our impulses in order to achieve longer-term goals. It's the ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and behavior in the face of temptations and impulses. Now for this very reason also, applying all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence, and in your moral excellence, knowledge, and in your
- [Help in Time of Need](https://karnschurch.org/help-in-time-of-need/) - As I write this I am sitting in the hospital with my wonderful, much-tougher-than-she-looks wife who is sleeping after some very serious surgery. In times like this the love we have is more visible, more focused, and more palpable than almost any other time. We know that our brothers and sisters at church are praying
- [Building Patience](https://karnschurch.org/building-patience/) - So here we are! We are finally in the situation we have been preparing for over the last few years. Our mission to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:10) is progressing through this expansion of the church building and the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies. Our expectation is that many lives will be touched
- [Love and Good Works](https://karnschurch.org/love-and-good-works/) - "And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works " (Hebrews 10:24, KJV). It is our job to consider one another and to provoke (arouse, stimulate, encourage, spark, fire up, incite, or instigate) to love and good works. "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your
- [The Most Precious Book](https://karnschurch.org/the-most-precious-book/) - The Bible is a book unique among all the books ever written. First of all it claims to be the word of God in such verses as 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; John 17:7-8, 17-18 and many more. Most "sacred books" never make such a claim. More than 2,000 times the Bible says "the
- [Help Wanted - Evangelist Needed](https://karnschurch.org/help-wanted-evangelist-needed/) - There are many needs in our world: the need for peace in war-torn areas around the globe, the need for food and clothing in poverty-stricken countries, the need for loving families, civil rights, good paying jobs, etc. By far the greatest need for our world is evangelism. Sharing the gospel with every person (Mark 16:15)
- [Glad to Be Here!](https://karnschurch.org/glad-to-be-here/) - No matter your choice of attending the first or the second worship service, we want your attitude to be such that you can truthfully say, "I was glad to be here." Now that we are fully involved in having two Sunday morning worship services, there are some things we should keep in mind. Although there
- [Watch Out - Satan is at the Door!](https://karnschurch.org/watch-out-satan-is-at-the-door-2/) - Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil (Ephesians 6:10-11). Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him,
- [I'm So Excited!](https://karnschurch.org/im-so-excited/) - For so the Lord has commanded us, saying, "`I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth.'" And when the Gentiles heard this, they began rejoicing and glorifying the word of the Lord, and as many as were appointed to eternal life believed. And
- [Consider One Another](https://karnschurch.org/consider-one-another/) - As we enter 2019, we realize God has expectations for each one of us. As we do every year, the elders have chosen a theme for focus in 2019 (not neglecting anything else) and that theme is "Consider One Another." "And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works"
- [KISS Evangelism- Keep It Simple Saints!](https://karnschurch.org/kiss-evangelism-keep-it-simple-saints/) - The KISS principle states that most systems work best if they are kept simple rather than made complicated. Therefore, simplicity should be a key goal in design and unnecessary complexity should be avoided. Evangelism using the KISS method - Keep It Simple Saints 1. God gave everyone a soul 2. God wants every soul to
- [Today is a Day to Rejoice!](https://karnschurch.org/today-is-a-day-to-rejoice/) - This is the day which the LORD has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it (Psalm 118:24). This day has been a long time coming for us here at Karns. Today is a day for rejoicing in the Lord for all the many blessings He has provided. Our last service in this auditorium
- [Planning for Tomorrow (James 4:13-17)](https://karnschurch.org/planning-for-tomorrow-james-413-17/) - Come now, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, and spend a year there and engage in business and make a profit." Yet you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a vapor that appears for a little while and then
- [Preacher, Before You Move...](https://karnschurch.org/preacher-before-you-move/) - By Steve Higginbotham Have you ever considered that possibly the most common reason causing a preacher to move may be the very reason he ought to stay? Is it not because of persecution, false doctrine, and ungodliness within the church that many preachers decide to move and preach elsewhere? I've been a preacher for 34
- [God's Providence? Perhaps...](https://karnschurch.org/gods-providence-perhaps/) - By Steve Higginbotham During the first century, a runaway slave fled from the city of Colossae all the way to Rome, more than 1300 miles away. Apparently, he didn't want to get caught! It was while he was in Rome that he happened to hear and be converted by the imprisoned Apostle Paul. In a
- [Undenominational Christianity](https://karnschurch.org/undenominational-christianity/) - by Steve Higginbotham To many people, Christianity is denominationalism. That's all they've ever known. To many, Christianity consists of "brand names" that identify what "flavor" of Christian you are. But nowhere in Scripture is Christianity presented in such a way. In fact, quite the contrary. Jesus (John 17:20-21) and Paul (1 Corinthians 1:10-13) gave orders
- [Is It Enough?](https://karnschurch.org/is-it-enough/) - By Steve Higginbotham It seems we are always wanting more. No matter the subject, and no matter how much we already have, we seem to always want more. But when is enough, enough? Can we be content with "enough?" Is it enough to have a car, or must we have the latest model? Is it
- [A Kinder, Gentler Brotherhood](https://karnschurch.org/a-kinder-gentler-brotherhood/) - by Steve Higginbotham "Stand your ground." "Don't back down." "Hit him back." "Teach him a lesson." "Don't cry." "Be a man." To many boys, "being a man" is summed up in the rough and tough descriptions above. Consequently, any sign of "softness" seems incompatible with manhood. But just when we think we have "manhood" all
- [True or False?](https://karnschurch.org/true-or-false/) - By Steve Higginbotham "Once saved, always saved" is not a guarantee, but it is a possibility. As you ponder that statement, allow me to make a case to defend its truthfulness. Most of us are familiar with the errant systematic theology of John Calvin represented by the acrostic "TULIP." In this acrostic, the letter, "P"
- [The Problem With Some Christians](https://karnschurch.org/the-problem-with-some-christians/) - by Steve Higginbotham Did you know that not everyone who professes to be a follower of Jesus is committed to the task of discipleship? I'm sure most of us know that to be true. But what I might not realize due to self-deception is that this may describe my relationship with the Lord. Consider the
- [Wrong Prayer](https://karnschurch.org/wrong-prayer/) - by Steve Higginbotham One of the advantages of growing up next door to the church building was that I was able to sleep in longer on Sunday mornings than others who had to drive to the building. One morning, I was running really close, and I was shoveling in my "Quisp" or "Quake" cereal (those
- [My First Lesson in Hermeneutics](https://karnschurch.org/my-first-lesson-in-hermeneutics/) - by Steve Higginbotham My first lesson in hermeneutics came when I was about 8-years-old. I saw a "Tonka Truck" for sale in a local store. It cost $10.00. (Keep in mind that ten dollars in 1970 would be equivalent to $62.00 today). That's quite a price to pay for a toy truck. Of course, I
- [Go Into All the World (Including Your Neighborhood)](https://karnschurch.org/go-into-all-the-world-including-your-neighborhood/) - I recently returned from a trip to Honduras to support a campaign in Villa de San Francisco and encourage the brethren there. It was a short trip, but worthwhile and exhausting. Worthwhile in that it is a wonderful work and exhausting in that the pace was fast and the weather was very hot. I am
- [Survey Says...](https://karnschurch.org/survey-says/) - By Steve Higginbotham A recent survey conducted by the Barna Group asked "Practicing Christian Millennials" (people born between 1981-1996 or to say it this way, 23 to 38 year old's) if they knew what the "Great Commission" was. The results were shocking. Only 10% of these "Practicing Christian Millennials" knew what the Great Commission was.
- [Will Heaven Be Worse Than Hell?](https://karnschurch.org/will-heaven-be-worse-than-hell/) - By Steve Higginbotham The renowned Science Fiction writer, Isaac Asimov once wrote, "I don't believe in an afterlife, so I don't have to spend my whole life fearing hell, or fearing heaven even more. For whatever the tortures of hell, I think the boredom of heaven would be even worse." I think Asimov not only
- [Unexpected Visitors](https://karnschurch.org/unexpected-visitors-2/) - by Steve Higginbotham "Oh, we had unexpected visitors." Through the years, this is the reason many have given me for missing worship. This explanation was offered without embarrassment, indicating that in their way of thinking, this was totally acceptable. But my I ask you to rethink this "excuse" for missing worship services? Suppose it was
- [God May Not Want Your Resolutions](https://karnschurch.org/god-may-not-want-your-resolutions/) - By Steve Higginbotham It is typical to find a person making well-intended resolutions at this time of the year. In a contemplative moment, one may review his life and will decide to make some changes for the new year. While such resolutions are good and deciding to change poor behavior to better behavior is noble,
- [Love Discriminates](https://karnschurch.org/love-discriminates/) - by Steve Higginbotham Because my wife is a Special Education Teacher, I learned a long time ago that "being fair doesn't mean you give everyone the same thing. It does mean you give everyone what they need." That made sense to me when I first heard it, and it still does today. In that same
- [When Compassion and Truth Collide](https://karnschurch.org/when-compassion-and-truth-collide/) - by Steve Higginbotham Recently, a little boy openly wept as he asked the Pope if his deceased, unbelieving father was in heaven? Quite frankly, I felt empathy for the Pope as he had to answer this highly emotional question from a heart-broken little boy. I don't think anyone would relish such a question. However, while
- [A Treasured Gift from My Mother](https://karnschurch.org/a-treasured-gift-from-my-mother/) - By Steve Higginbotham In the Fall of 1980, I ventured away from a small town in northern West Virginia, drove 725 miles, and settled in a small west Tennessee town to spend the next four years of my life. Like most young people my age, this was the first time I was on my own.
- [Why Not Wednesday?](https://karnschurch.org/why-not-wednesday/) - by Steve Higginbotham If you travel much you will soon realize that church attendance on Sunday and Wednesday nights is in a free fall! So what is the problem? Why is there such a dropoff in numbers? Typically, when this question is asked, we begin blaming the "non-attenders" for their spiritual immaturity, misplaced priorities, lack
- [Does Our Heritage Count in Heaven?](https://karnschurch.org/does-our-heritage-count-in-heaven/) - When meeting new people from other congregations of the Lord's Church, I enjoy being able to establish a connection to a mutual friend, an acquaintance, or someone we both knew. In January our youngest son married a beautiful young lady from the Mt. Juliet church of Christ. Prior to the wedding I was looking through
- [Sin Separates Us from the Father](https://karnschurch.org/sin-separates-us-from-the-father/) - The wisdom of the world often defines sin and decides which behaviors should be characterized as sin. For example, worldly wisdom has redefined and justified sinful behavior such as sexual immorality and divorce for any reason. Man's standard must be the Word of God (II Timothy 3:16-17) because God is the final authority. Isaiah 55:8-9
- [Young Adults Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/young-adults-ministry/) - At Karns we are blessed by all age groups, which include the youth, college-age, growing families, middle members, and Young at Heart. Each group serves to help those in similar phases of life to develop bonds here on earth. The shepherds also recognize that Karns has a good number of young adults (approximately 65) that
- [Are You Passively or Actively Involved With Your Church Family?](https://karnschurch.org/are-you-passively-or-actively-involved-with-your-church-family/) - I have good memories of my childhood, and most are associated with being a part of the Lord's church. My parents were actively involved with our congregation and it was a given that I would be too. In addition to worship services and mid-week Bible study, we engaged and spent much time with church family
- [Greet One Another](https://karnschurch.org/greet-one-another/) - In keeping with our theme of "Considering One Another," it is worth mentioning that on four different occasions the Bible instructs us to greet one another (Rom. 16:16, 1 Cor. 16:20, 2 Cor. 13:12, 1 Pet. 5:14). The word "greet" is defined as giving a polite word, sign of welcome or recognition to another person
- [These Were More Fair-Minded](https://karnschurch.org/these-were-more-fair-minded/) - In the book of Acts, we are told of the day when Paul hastily departed Thessalonica under the cover of darkness. He was sent quickly by the brethren in Thessalonica to escape the mob of Jews who were jealous of his success and craving to bring his preaching to a halt. When Paul arrived at
- [Grace for All](https://karnschurch.org/grace-for-all/) - Since the Law of Moses was given exclusively to the Jews, what was to become of the Gentiles - those who were outside that law? Was there no hope for them? Would they be eternally lost? From our Bibles we know there were three periods in which God made His will known to man. The
- [Homecoming Day 2018](https://karnschurch.org/homecoming-day-2018/) - Today is the day our family welcomes those who are former members, former students, friends and family. In addition to homecoming, this is an extra special day in that we also have our open house. This day celebrates completion of the auditorium expansion and the first floor of the school building. Of course, this event
- [Departure from Within](https://karnschurch.org/departure-from-within-2/) - Very shortly after the success of the new church in Rome (some historical sources reveal there could have been as many as six million Christians in Rome), one would expect that growth would continue. However, in this expectation there is disappointment. Some years prior to the close of the first century there was a departure
- [The Church's Beginning](https://karnschurch.org/the-churchs-beginning/) - "Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand" (Matt. 3:2), began the announcement of John the Baptist in the wilderness of Judea. At that time, there was never an announcement with more importance than this one. It fulfilled the promise of Isaiah who said, "Prepare the way of the Lord; Make His paths straight"
- [Sin Willfully](https://karnschurch.org/sin-willfully/) - Some of us have often wondered what the Hebrew writer was referring to in Hebrews 10:26 where he says, "For if we sin willfully after we received the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins." It could well be that when many of our members read this, they are burdened
- [Graduation Day 2019](https://karnschurch.org/graduation-day-2019/) - Yesterday, the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies held their 2019 commencement. This is an extra special day for the men who have completed their studies. Though this "commencement" celebrates the completion of study, the word "commence" indicates the beginning of their labor in fields which are "white unto harvest." They have prepared themselves to be
- [Grateful, or Not](https://karnschurch.org/grateful-or-not/) - In Luke 17:11-19, we have an account of ten men who were afflicted with the dreadful disease of leprosy. When Jesus passed by and came near enough, they began to cry out to Jesus to have mercy on them. When he saw them, he told them to "Go show yourselves to the priests. And it
- [God's Commandments Count](https://karnschurch.org/gods-commandments-count/) - As a reminder to all of us, I present the following verses that can help us to stay on track if we are tempted to think God's rules or commands aren't that important or that he really does not care if we don't pay much attention to them. We are definitely saved by grace, but
- [Homecoming 2019](https://karnschurch.org/homecoming-2019/) - Today is Homecoming at the Karns church of Christ. Our church family welcomes you as honored guests. We are happy that you chose to be with us to worship and honor God, the Father and to remember the great sacrifice made by his Son and Savior, Jesus Christ. This congregation is a result of a
- [Abounding in the Work of the Lord](https://karnschurch.org/abounding-in-the-work-of-the-lord/) - By Dave Benner In I Corinthians 15:58 Paul writes, "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord." This is the theme our elders selected for 2021. We want to be known by our neighbors and the Karns community as a group that exhibits the love of Jesus by
- [It's a Red-Letter Edition!](https://karnschurch.org/its-a-red-letter-edition/) - Many of us use a "Red Letter Edition (RLE)" of God's Word. Of course, this means the words of Jesus are printed in red. There is certainly nothing wrong with an RLE since they can be helpful when looking for a quote from Jesus. However, I see some problems if an RLE Bible is not
- [Forgive Us Our Debts](https://karnschurch.org/forgive-us-our-debts/) - During His sermon on the mount, Jesus taught His listeners how to pray (Matthew 6:9-13). Verse 12 says, "And forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors." This must have been a new concept because Jesus decided to explain this phrase and underscore a critical principle for anyone who would follow Him. Consider verses
- [We Are Back!](https://karnschurch.org/we-are-back/) - By Dave Benner This Sunday is the first Sunday for nearly a year where we can come and worship together both morning and evening. Further, we can enjoy classes for all ages at 9 AM before our 10 AM worship. In addition, we had our first Wednesday night service this week for an awfully long
- [Boldness](https://karnschurch.org/boldness/) - Last Sunday, Justin had an excellent sermon about prayer. If you have not heard it, I suggest that you find it online and listen to it. One of his points was that we need to approach Jesus' throne with boldness. Justin's reference comes from Hebrews chapter 4. Starting at verse 15, the Hebrew writer says,
- [Hate](https://karnschurch.org/hate/) - There is a lot of hate going around in the world today. It makes us consider where hate fits in the life of a Christian. Recently, I read an article by a brother that said that hate has no place in the heart of a Christian. I totally agreed until I remembered that there are
- [Complacency](https://karnschurch.org/complacency/) - The dictionary defines complacency as a feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievement. My definition is "being comfortable." Complacency is something we must all guard against. It is something that will adversely affect our personal life and especially our spiritual life. Being complacent spiritually is not new. Consider Zephaniah's warning of
- [Nurture and Admonition](https://karnschurch.org/nurture-and-admonition/) - By Dave Benner In Ephesians 6:4 Paul advises husbands and wives about marriage and reveals that the church is the bride of Christ. The chapter is loaded with lessons for us today, but I want to focus on Ephesians 6:4 where Paul tells fathers to avoid exasperating their children "but bring them up in the
- [Endurance](https://karnschurch.org/endurance/) - By Gregg Woodall In the first year of his reign, I, Daniel, perceived in the books the number of years that, according to the word of the LORD to Jeremiah the prophet, must pass before the end of the desolations of Jerusalem, namely, seventy years (Daniel 9:2, ESV). God's people suffered for seventy years away
- [Chemo-Walking-Cancer-Sin](https://karnschurch.org/chemo-walking-cancer-sin/) - As most of you know, Sherrye had a return of cancer which had lain dormant for over 12 years. She had surgery to remove the tumor and cancerous lymph nodes. She is now receiving chemotherapy to kill any remaining cancer. This regimen will be every 3 weeks for 6 rounds and then radiation therapy will
- [A New Year, A New Opportunity](https://karnschurch.org/a-new-year-a-new-opportunity/) - By Terry Clark A new year always provides new opportunities to serve the Lord. What if a new year provided "another opportunity" to serve the Lord? Last year's theme for the Vision Book was to be doers of God's word not just hearers only, otherwise we deceive ourselves (James 1:22). While 2020 presented varying challenges
- [Be Watchful](https://karnschurch.org/be-watchful/) - Last week every member in the congregation received a letter from the elders as a reminder of the scheduled worship services and current Bible study opportunities provided to the church family. The pandemic has interrupted some of life's routines; however, we must stay steadfast in our spiritual growth and connection with one another. The shepherds
- [It's Time for a Heart Checkup](https://karnschurch.org/its-time-for-a-heart-checkup/) - By Terry Clark There will always be things vying for our attention, especially on Sundays. I recall a time when stores would be closed on Sunday or open after 12:00 pm, and organized community sports were not played on Sundays. Sadly today, Sunday is just another day for some. Sports, going to the lake, "it's
- [Be Still, and Know that I am God](https://karnschurch.org/be-still-and-know-that-i-am-god/) - Our nation and the world are currently in the middle of a pandemic. The news we receive daily is sobering. Many have been impacted physically and economically; some have lost their lives. The order of events can be very unsettling, causing fear and anxiety. Peace can be found in God and his Son, the Savior.
- [Be Doers of the Word - Be Accountable](https://karnschurch.org/be-doers-of-the-word-be-accountable/) - Elders must give account for the flock (Hebrews 13:17). Must the flock also give account? According to Romans 14:12, each Christian will give account of themselves to God. Each Christian must be an active member of the body (Romans 12, I Corinthians 12), and each member must give consideration to and be responsible to the
- [Correcting One Another](https://karnschurch.org/correcting-one-another/) - How do we correct others when they openly sin? Our tone, what we say, and how we say it can impact the recipient either positively or negatively. I do not suggest avoiding admonishment for fear of hurting someone's feelings. Because all Christians are at different stages of learning and maturity, our approach should give consideration
- [What Will They See?](https://karnschurch.org/what-will-they-see/) - Our society is currently experiencing many emotions including emptiness, loss, confusion, and anger. The Father provides refuge, so how can we the Church help others see God's goodness too? "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put
- [Lost](https://karnschurch.org/lost/) - Last week, I lost a dear companion and friend of almost 14 years. One of our dogs who was very dear to us wandered off and has not returned. I, along with some great friends and neighbors, searched into the night with flashlights but did not find our dog. The next day, we posted her
- [Opinions](https://karnschurch.org/opinions/) - We all have our opinions. We think our opinion is the best or we would not have it. We have also heard the cries of the old restoration preachers when they say, "Where the scriptures speak, we speak; and where the scriptures are silent, we are silent." What do we do when the scriptures are
- [Give Us a King](https://karnschurch.org/give-us-a-king/) - By Dave Benner In I Samuel chapter 8, God's people demanded that Samuel appoint a king over Israel so they would be "like all the nations." This demand came on the heels of the failure of Samuel's sons as judges. Samuel was depressed over the failure of his sons, his ineffective parenting, and this demand.
- [Back to the Building](https://karnschurch.org/back-to-the-building/) - The last few weeks as we all assembled together electronically to worship God, we sang the same songs at the same times and prayed together. Together we heard the same sermon from God's word preached, and we communed together separated only by space. Thankfully, we could all give electronically or come by the building where
- [What is the Work of the Lord?](https://karnschurch.org/what-is-the-work-of-the-lord/) - By Gary Woodall Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord (I Corinthians 15:58, NASB.) After a very difficult year that may have hindered many of us somewhat in our outreach and in doing the Lord's work
- [Will You Fall Victim to the Deluder?](https://karnschurch.org/will-you-fall-victim-to-the-deluder/) - Our US public school system started with the Massachusetts Bay Colony in Boston in 1647. Supported through tax money, it marked the beginning of the US public schools. The ordinance that established this system was known as "The Old Deluder Satan Act of 1647," and specified that every town with 50 families was required to
- [Stir Up Children to Love and Good Works](https://karnschurch.org/stir-up-children-to-love-and-good-works/) - As you "consider one another in order to stir up love and good works" (Heb. 10:24), think of your children, grandchildren, other children in your family and those of your friends. First and last, we must be an example, role model, and mentor like Christ (John 13:15). Teach them: Right from wrong (Heb. 5:14). Train
- [Tis the Season](https://karnschurch.org/tis-the-season/) - As the world around us pauses to celebrate Christmas and recognize the birth of our savior Jesus Christ, we see it as a season of joy, love, and giving. Joy comes from knowing we can be saved through Christ. We experience God's love in the greatest gift ever given: Jesus Christ. One of the songs
- [How to Hide from God](https://karnschurch.org/how-to-hide-from-god/) - Many of us may have things in our lives which we'd rather were not known about us. So, we often hide and bury them from view. This might work among men, but not with God. He knows! Don't ever allow yourself to think that anything escapes his notice. He makes this very clear in scripture.
- [Seeking Excellence](https://karnschurch.org/seeking-excellence/) - By Gary Woodall While growing up, many of you may have heard something like: "Once a task you've begun leave it not until it's done and be it a matter great or small do it well or not at all" This is good advice for us as we go about our secular work and good
- [Beware the "Not"](https://karnschurch.org/beware-the-not/) - I really wish I could remember where I first heard this idea presented so I can give credit where credit is due, but somewhere along the way I learned about this and want to share it with you. "Not" is an amazingly simple word, a very small word, and an extremely and critically important word.
- [Polarizing Times](https://karnschurch.org/polarizing-times/) - By Gary Woodall Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor; not lagging behind in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, persevering in tribulation, devoted to prayer, contributing to the
- [Doing Brotherly Love](https://karnschurch.org/doing-brotherly-love/) - "But prove yourselves doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude themselves" (James 1:22). "Now for this very reason also, applying all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence, and in your moral excellence, knowledge, and in your knowledge, self-control, and in your self-control, perseverance, and in your perseverance, godliness, and in your
- [Learning to Love...to Serve](https://karnschurch.org/learning-to-love-to-serve/) - By Gary Woodall We are all servants. We serve something or someone. We may think that we don't or that we serve ourselves, but ultimately, we all serve, and we all serve either God or Satan. No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he
- [Do You Need a Haircut?](https://karnschurch.org/do-you-need-a-haircut/) - By Gregg Woodall But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man who looks intently at his natural face in a mirror. For he looks at himself and goes away and at once forgets
- [Be Doers (Just Do It)](https://karnschurch.org/be-doers-just-do-it/) - Just do it! This is a slogan many think Nike created and has since made millions from its use. But Nike did not invent this slogan. James the brother of Jesus did. In James 1:22, he admonishes us to "be doers of the Word..." This year's theme for our Vision book is based on that
- [Attitude of Gratitude](https://karnschurch.org/attitude-of-gratitude/) - Throughout this pandemic we have had to make many, many decisions that required much study, research, input from others, hours upon hours of meetings (via Zoom), texts and emails, thought, prayer and meditation. Our aim has always been to please God and protect the flock. As with all things that require changes involving several people,
- [For the Love of God](https://karnschurch.org/for-the-love-of-god/) - By Gregg Woodall Jesus said: "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend all the Law and
- [Trust God](https://karnschurch.org/trust-god/) - "But I trust in you, O LORD; I say, "You are my God." My times are in your hand (Psalm 31:1415a). In January, Sherrye and I were at Mt. Sinai where Moses received the 10 commandments. We also stood on Mt. Nebo where Moses viewed the Promised Land in Israel. Both events gave us unforgettable
- [What the World Needs Now is Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/what-the-world-needs-now-is-evangelism/) - Many are the needs of our day, the need for peace among people around the world, the need for food and clothing in poverty-stricken countries, the need for loving families, civil rights, good paying jobs, etc. I suggest that the greatest need for our world is evangelism. Sharing the gospel with every person (Mark 16:15)
- [Black Lives Matter](https://karnschurch.org/black-lives-matter/) - By Steve Higginbotham In 2013, when the "Black Lives Matters" movement began, I took offence. I immediately rebutted with, "All Lives Matter." I felt that such a statement elevated one race above another, rather than acknowledging that everyone has worth. I was wrong. I have done a lot of reflection since then and have come
- [Time To Go To Church!](https://karnschurch.org/time-to-go-to-church/) - by Steve Higginbotham "Time to go to church!" Those five words probably resonate with most of us. It may be that we've heard those words spoken by our parents many times on a Sunday morning, or by our spouses as we try to gather up our children and get everyone to the car. According to
- [Joining the Church](https://karnschurch.org/joining-the-church/) - By Steve Higginbotham Question: Why do those who are members of the "church of Christ" object to the phrase, "joining the church?" Answer: First, let's make a distinction between joining the "universal church" and the "local church." After Saul of Tarsus became a Christian, he sought to "join" the church in Jerusalem, but this was
- [Why Worry About What's Next When You Know What's Last?](https://karnschurch.org/why-worry-about-whats-next-when-you-know-whats-last/) - By Steve Higginbotham I have a good friend who lives in Kentucky and he's a huge fan of UK basketball. He's such a fan that he gets way too worked up while watching their games. This has actually posed a health risk to this man because he suffers with high blood pressure. Therefore, instead of
- [Will We Recognize Each Other in Heaven?](https://karnschurch.org/will-we-recognize-each-other-in-heaven/) - by Steve Higginbotham A question that appears to be of great concern to many people is the question of whether or not we will recognize each other in heaven. Of all the questions we entertain concerning the afterlife, this one is probably the one most frequently asked. And of course, having lost loved ones to
- [Theology at a Traffic Light](https://karnschurch.org/theology-at-a-traffic-light/) - by Steve Higginbotham I know that I have shared this story before, but I think it can provide the motivation we need to be more evangelistic in the upcoming year. The small town of Chester is the northernmost city in the state of West Virginia. Just across the Ohio River is the city of East
- [I'm Not Surprised, But I Am Disappointed](https://karnschurch.org/im-not-surprised-but-i-am-disappointed/) - By Steve Higginbotham I know that there is a very real possibility that those who possess a knowledge of the truth may be derelict in passing that truth along to the next generation. The biblical record preserves an example of this exact thing happening. The Bible says: "When all that generation had been gathered to
- [I Want to Ride With My Dad](https://karnschurch.org/i-want-to-ride-with-my-dad/) - by Steve Higginbotham Have you heard the story about the family who was moving from the East coast to the West coast? Due to the size of the family and all the luggage, they decided they were going to have to drive in two vehicles. The father of the family was going to drive one
- [Be Watchful](https://karnschurch.org/be-watchful-2/) - By Steve Higginbotham One of the things that every high school student used to look forward to was getting his or her class ring. I was no exception. I was proud of my ring. It had a light blue stone in it with a gold "OG" (Oak Glen) etched in it, and on the side,
- [Willing to Trade?](https://karnschurch.org/willing-to-trade/) - By Steve Higginbotham Most people like to think of themselves as being shrewd and making good bargains. Many take great pride in running across a good deal, saving a few dollars, and coming out on top in a transaction. Whether it's a yard sale, the purchase of an automobile, or the purchase of a house,
- [My Feelings Are Hurt](https://karnschurch.org/my-feelings-are-hurt/) - by Steve Higginbotham How would you feel if you volunteered to do a much-needed work in the church, but your offer to help was rejected? Surely, all of us have faced rejection, and more than likely we haven't always responded as we should. Maybe we were overcome with disappointment, anger and bitterness, at least for
- [My Thoughts are Not Your Thoughts](https://karnschurch.org/my-thoughts-are-not-your-thoughts/) - by Steve Higginbotham Is it possible to be familiar with the words of a passage, but fail to grasp the proper application of that passage? I believe it is, and want you to consider the possibility of our missing the proper application of a passage I believe you will find familiar. Remember what God said
- [Evangelism is Not a Talent; It's a Command](https://karnschurch.org/evangelism-is-not-a-talent-its-a-command/) - by Steve Higginbotham Do any of you have memories of loading up the car, going to a friend or neighbor's house, and entering their house with a film projector and screen? I have very clear memories of going with my dad as he showed the Jule Miller filmstrips to people and it was my job
- [Lost in the House of the Lord](https://karnschurch.org/lost-in-the-house-of-the-lord/) - Steve Higginbotham After 57 years of godless leadership, Judah found themselves in the midst of a revival under the leadership of King Josiah. One of the amazing discoveries of Josiah's reign was the discovery of the Book of the Law. What is even more amazing is that this long-lost book was found in the House
- [Who Is a Christian?](https://karnschurch.org/who-is-a-christian/) - By Steve Higginbotham "But who is a Christian? I answer, Everyone that believes in his heart that Jesus of Nazareth is the Messiah, the son of God; repents of his sins, and obeys him in all things according to his measure of knowledge of his will...I cannot, therefore make any one duty the standard of
- [A Fresh Start](https://karnschurch.org/a-fresh-start-2/) - by Steve Higginbotham It may seem hard to believe, but we are about to pass from the year 2019 to the year 2020, and do you know what that means? It means we get a "fresh start," a "new beginning," a "second chance," a "clean slate," and a "blank page upon which to be written."
- [Social, Political, and Religious Unrest](https://karnschurch.org/social-political-and-religious-unrest/) - By Steve Higginbotham During this season of partisan politics that often lead to rancor, division, and rashly spoken words, may I invite you to distance yourself from the fray and engage in something much more beneficial - prayer! And if you're not sure what to pray for, allow me to offer a few suggestions: Pray
- [Our Compassionate Savior](https://karnschurch.org/our-compassionate-savior/) - By Terry Clark As a young boy, I recall a waitress in a restaurant who was struggling to serve our family. The whole dining experience was not good. My grandfather left a very generous tip for the waitress, because he looked past the myriad of mistakes and had compassion for her. Jesus Christ demonstrated his
- [Feeling Empty?](https://karnschurch.org/feeling-empty/) - This month many Christians will spend time with family exchanging gifts, eating, and enjoying the sights and sounds of the holiday season. This month will also be difficult for many others. December can serve as a reminder of family members who are no longer with us, living alone, and other painful memories. Whenever you feel
- [Lasting Peace](https://karnschurch.org/lasting-peace/) - By Terry Clark What troubles you? What keeps you awake at night? Peace can be found in Christ, the Savior. We read in John 16 that Jesus would soon be separated from his disciples. Jesus tells the disciples in verse 32 they would be scattered, leaving Him alone; however, the Father was with Him. Jesus,
- [Happy New Year!](https://karnschurch.org/happy-new-year/) - Welcome to the first Sunday of 2020! The beginning of the year is often a starting point to resolve to improve during the upcoming year. Making New Year resolutions has religious origins going back to the days of the Babylonians. The Romans began each year making promises to the god Janus, for whom the month
- [Ask in Faith](https://karnschurch.org/ask-in-faith/) - The story is told of family friends gathered together for dinner and visiting when the time came for the young ones to retire. One young boy, before going upstairs to bed, said to the group, "Does anyone need anything? I am about to go say my prayers and I can ask for you." The young
- [In Him](https://karnschurch.org/in-him/) - By Tony Williams In the first chapter of Ephesians, Paul emphasizes the benefits, both spiritually and physically, of being in Christ. He begins in verse one by addressing the saints in Ephesus who are faithful in Christ Jesus. Here he states that these saints are in Him. Paul uses this phrase one hundred seventy-six times
- [On the Just and Unjust](https://karnschurch.org/on-the-just-and-unjust/) - By Tony Williams As we have just recently completed our Thanksgiving holiday, perhaps we have not been able to enjoy the full complement of family and friends. The Coronavirus has limited my family Thanksgiving to only our immediate family. Rather than two Thanksgiving dinners with each side of our family, we chose to forego traveling.
- [These Were Doers of the Word](https://karnschurch.org/these-were-doers-of-the-word/) - We are told in Acts of the day when Paul hastily departed Thessalonica under the cover of darkness. He was sent quickly by the brethren to escape the mob of Jews who were jealous of his success and who craved to bring his preaching to a halt. When Paul arrived at Berea (about 50 miles
- [Don't Give Up](https://karnschurch.org/dont-give-up/) - In the English Standard Version of the New Testament, we read, "And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up" (Galatians 6:9). The New King James Version is similar with the difference being that it says, "we shall reap if we do
- [Doctrine for All](https://karnschurch.org/doctrine-for-all/) - As we read the New Testament epistles, we find that the apostles' teachings for one church did not differ from the teaching to another one. Paul did not preach one doctrine in Ephesus, another in Philippi, another in Colossae, and another in Corinth. In 1 Corinthians 4:17, Paul says, "For this reason I have sent
- [Know the Doctrine](https://karnschurch.org/know-the-doctrine/) - Tony Williams Note what our Lord says in John 7:17, "If anyone wills to do His will, he shall know concerning the doctrine, whether it is from God or whether I speak on My own authority." Jesus is not saying that if any man will do His will he shall know of the doctrine. That
- [Toilet Paper & Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/toilet-paper-salvation/) - Back in early March 2020, I had gone on a routine trip to get supplies for my office. I was surprised to find it unusually difficult to park. Inside, I could not find a cart and had to search outside for one. Once I got inside to shop it was very crowded and busy. I
- [Objects in Mirror are Closer Than They Appear](https://karnschurch.org/objects-in-mirror-are-closer-than-they-appear/) - Most cars have the following inscribed on the passenger side mirror, "OBJECTS IN MIRROR ARE CLOSER THAN THEY APPEAR." Have we considered that Satan is closer than he appears? "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour" (I Peter 5:8). Satan has his
- [The Engrafted Word](https://karnschurch.org/the-engrafted-word/) - By Dave Benner When I was in my 20's, I worked in an orchard. One job I thoroughly enjoyed was grafting. We were grafting over rabbit damage on young apple trees. Rabbits will girdle trees in winter when other food is scarce. Our grafts enabled the tree to live and produce fruit. Grafting requires preparing
- [Exercise Your Right](https://karnschurch.org/exercise-your-right/) - By Dave Benner These days we hear a lot about our rights. We are fortunate to live in a country where we have rights as a citizen, guaranteed by the Constitution. We learn in Acts 22:28 that Paul was born a Roman citizen which gave him certain rights. Elsewhere in Acts, we see him claiming
- [Gotta Nip It!](https://karnschurch.org/gotta-nip-it/) - By Dave Benner My favorite Mayberry character was Barney Fife. My favorite line he used was, "Gotta nip it in the bud, gotta nip it!" Maybe you too can picture him saying this with both hands on his gun belt. Perhaps you don't know the meaning of this saying. Simply put, Barney was saying that
- [Leadership Camp](https://karnschurch.org/leadership-camp/) - By Dave Benner This is an exciting week at Karns Church of Christ. It is the Southeast Leadership Camp! This is a fun and educational time for young men and women ages 12-18. We have 64 campers, 28 young men and 36 young women. We have campers from New Jersey, Virginia, Alabama and of course,
- [Back to School](https://karnschurch.org/back-to-school/) - By Dave Benner This week marked the start of another year for the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies. Formerly known as the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions, Karns Church of Christ has been training preachers for 50 years. This is largely due to the foresight and leadership of our first elders, Harold Duncan
- [Fruit of the Lips](https://karnschurch.org/fruit-of-the-lips/) - By Dave Benner As every member should know, the theme for this year is "Bearing Fruit for God." Today, I want to focus on one way we can bear fruit, bearing the fruit of the lips. In Hebrews 13:15, we read, "Through Him then, let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God,
- [Compromise](https://karnschurch.org/compromise/) - By Spencer Clark In today's world, Scriptural truth and biblical faith have become less tolerated than it once was. Religious and areligious alike challenge us for our "traditional" beliefs that are out ofstep with modern society. Although Jesus was not accused of being a "traditionalist," he was challenged on his teachings and authority from the
- [Do You Love Your Church Family?](https://karnschurch.org/do-you-love-your-church-family/) - By Terry Clark If I were to ask members of a church if they love their church, I believe those who attend would overwhelming answer yes. What would be the response if I were to ask the same members if they love their church family? Since graduating from college and getting married, Teresa and I
- [To God Be the Glory](https://karnschurch.org/to-god-be-the-glory/) - The Karns congregation began as the result of a gospel meeting that was conducted by Billy (Bill) Nicks, a young preacher from Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The gospel meeting was held in a tent near our current location. Bill Nicks preached the good news of Jesus Christ, and nine souls were added to the Lord's Church
- [Walking Alone?](https://karnschurch.org/walking-alone/) - By Terry Clark Human nature is to be independent and self-sufficient. However, when one is too self-reliant in their relationship with God, there is a tendency to try and handle struggles, conflict, and worries alone. Pride can prevent us from asking God for guidance. When we internalize troubles, the result is never good. We'll never
- [Unrighteousness](https://karnschurch.org/unrighteousness/) - By Tony Williams There is much said in the Bible about sin, and I would like to add what N. B. Hardeman often said in his sermons: "The Bible speaks plenty along that line." He would then mention 1 John 3:4 which says, "Whoever commits a sin transgresses the law, for sin is a transgression
- [What God Had Done](https://karnschurch.org/what-god-had-done/) - By Dave Benner In about 48 AD, Paul and Barnabas set out on the first missionary journey. John Mark started out with them but soon abandoned the mission. Paul and Barnabas traveled for about 2 years over 1200 miles, some by ship and much by foot. Some of the trails and roads they followed were
- [Be Prepared](https://karnschurch.org/be-prepared/) - By Dave Benner "Be prepared" has long been the slogan of the Boy Scouts of America. This is good advice and implies we should think ahead of what may happen and be ready to help in any situation. I am not sure the Boy Scouts intended this slogan to be in accord with the New
- [Twas the Day After Christmas](https://karnschurch.org/twas-the-day-after-christmas/) - By Gary Woodall `Twas the day after Christmas and all through the church every creature was stirring, for souls to save they searched. They found friends, and neighbors They proclaimed the gospel and worked hard at their labors. Helping those who had been enslaved ...from their sins to be saved. They said "it was small
- [The Greatest Generation](https://karnschurch.org/the-greatest-generation/) - By Gary Woodall The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor December 7th, 1941, was planned by Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamato. It has been widely reported that he wrote in his diary after the attack: "I fear all we have done is to awaken a sleeping giant and fill him with a terrible resolve." The attack did
- [Obey God or Obey Men?](https://karnschurch.org/obey-god-or-obey-men/) - By Gary Woodall "The men whom you put in prison are standing in the temple and teaching the people!" Then the captain went along with the officers and proceeded to bring them back without violence (for they were afraid of the people, that they might be stoned). When they had brought them, they stood them
- [Let the Children Come](https://karnschurch.org/let-the-children-come/) - By Gary Woodall So, another Karns VBS is in the books! There seemed to be a special electricity in the air this year as the children's beautiful innocence was on display. Their laughter and joy was overflowing and contagious to the grown-ups too! You could see and almost feel the bonds between them strengthening as
- [Now is the Time to Come to the Aid of Your Country](https://karnschurch.org/now-is-the-time-to-come-to-the-aid-of-your-country/) - By Gary Woodall Over the years the church at Karns has supported missions to many places around the world. Ukraine, Russia, Philippines, St. Croix, St. Vincent, Honduras, Tasmania, New Zealand, Australia, and India to name just a few. All these have had the gospel proclaimed through Karns' efforts and those of many other congregations. We
- [Study -Floss -Teach](https://karnschurch.org/study-floss-teach/) - As elders, preachers, and teachers much time is spent encouraging Bible study. It seems we are always harping on it about as badly as the dentists and hygienists harping on flossing! If you have never heard 2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV) Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed,
- [Hallelujah Praise Jehovah!](https://karnschurch.org/hallelujah-praise-jehovah/) - Hallelujah praise Jehovah! "Hallelujah" means "praise God." It is an expression of adoration, thanksgiving, and recognition of his majesty and omnipotence. It seems that as the years go by, we hear this exclamation less and less. Read the 95th psalm and the following portion of the 96th and see if you are not impressed with
- [Are You Wearing A Mask?](https://karnschurch.org/are-you-wearing-a-mask/) - By Gary Woodall I think many of us feel like we have been released from prison now that masks are optional at the church building. It is truly great to be getting back to a more normal situation as we worship God together. Did you know some people choose to wear masks all the time?
- [Man of God](https://karnschurch.org/man-of-god/) - By Gary Woodall Adam was created in God's image (Gen. 1:26-27). He was assigned responsibilities as a steward of God's creation (Gen. 2:15-18). He was created to think and act in conformity to God's character. Many men have shown us how not to be a man; they have gone against God and perverted his ways.
- [Christian Hospitality](https://karnschurch.org/christian-hospitality/) - On a recent trip to Colorado, I was able to worship with the Pikes Peak church in Colorado Springs. We were so warmly received that Donna and I couldn't help but think about Christian hospitality. I still have fond memories from my preschool years of being welcomed and made to feel like family at the
- [AMC Will Not Be Easy](https://karnschurch.org/amc-will-not-be-easy/) - The only time our Lord ever used the word "easy", it was attached to a yoke. Matthew 11:30 - "For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." We all want things to be easy. We want a life of ease, our tasks to be easy and our requirements simple. But we all know
- [Thankful For My Family](https://karnschurch.org/thankful-for-my-family/) - We give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you (Colossians 1:3). At Karns we have many folks who are all part of our family and for which we should all be thankful: YOU: for being here and edifying others at worship services. BABIES: for being here and reminding
- [Thanks For Coming Back!](https://karnschurch.org/thanks-for-coming-back/) - "Churches have lost millions of congregants during the COVID-19 pandemic. Will they return? As the pandemic recedes, worries of a deepening slide in attendance are universal." I saw this article today and it gave me an additional reason to rejoice over just how great our church family is at Karns. Most everyone in our church
- [The Church is in Good Hands in St. Croix](https://karnschurch.org/the-church-is-in-good-hands-in-st-croix/) - By Gregg Woodall "And when they arrived and gathered the church together, they declared all that God had done with them, and how he had opened a door of faith to the Gentiles" (Acts 14:27, ESV). Last Sunday, Chris Pegg, Dave Benner, and I were worshipping with the West Side Church of Christ in St.
- [Come On, Let's Grow!](https://karnschurch.org/come-on-lets-grow/) - Have you noticed how many scriptures speak of "add", "increase", "multiply", and "grow"? It is our duty and expectation as God's children to be active in always being ready to teach others, proclaiming the Gospel, for God to then bless us with Growth. If we are all working in the kingdom as God desires, then
- [Semper Fidelis - Always Faithful](https://karnschurch.org/semper-fidelis-always-faithful/) - By Gregg Woodall When Jesus finished washing the disciples' feet, he asked them a simple question: "Do you know what I have done to you?" Jesus also gave them the answer, "For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done to you" (John 13:12, 15). Paul also
- [I Love My Church Family](https://karnschurch.org/i-love-my-church-family/) - I count myself very blessed to be a part of the wonderful Lord's body here at Karns. I love the great many folks here who inspire me to do better and be faithful. After all, that is what family is about. Paul wrote about the church at Thessalonica and said they were worthy of imitation
- [AMC is Over. Now What?](https://karnschurch.org/amc-is-over-now-what/) - By Gregg Woodall We had tremendous turnout and participation for the AMC evangelistic outreach and for that we are thankful to everyone who had a part. Now for the most important part: follow-up and continuation of our efforts. We need to follow up on all those contacted during the campaign and we need to continue
- [Bear Fruit for God](https://karnschurch.org/bear-fruit-for-god/) - By Tony Turner The theme for the 2022 Karns vison book is "Bearing Fruit for God," based on Romans 7:4 (ESV). Jesus specifies the purpose of bearing fruit in John 15:8. This purpose is to glorify God. What does it mean to bear fruit? In the context of John 15, one bears fruit by obeying
- [2022 Leadership Camp](https://karnschurch.org/2022-leadership-camp/) - By Spencer Clark Today marks the end of the 18th annual Southeast Leadership Camp at Karns. We had a total of 50 students participate from four states, representing about 11 congregations. This year's theme was "Overflow" which focused on the internal characteristics of the heart that would "overflow" into one's daily Christian life. The students
- [Are You Sure You're Saved?](https://karnschurch.org/are-you-sure-youre-saved/) - By Spencer Clark The letter of 1 John is about, "These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of the Son of God" (1 John 5:13, NKJV).
- [The Harvest is Ripe](https://karnschurch.org/the-harvest-is-ripe/) - The Harvest is Ripe By Spencer Clark These past few weeks have been an incredible whirlwind as we have reached into the Karns community and begun to follow up with the new connections we made. It's an exciting time with all these wonderful things happening through the power of God's Word. Yet, as many of
- [Whose Enemy Would You Rather Be?](https://karnschurch.org/whose-enemy-would-you-rather-be/) - By Spencer Clark Each year, companies, governments, and other entities spend somewhere north of $300 billion to buy your love, attention, and gain access to your wallet. They want us to not only pay attention to them, but integrate their values and products into our lives. When we don't, we are made to feel left
- [Should You Teach?](https://karnschurch.org/should-you-teach/) - Spencer Clark Feb 23, 2022 Two verses when placed alongside one another seem to provide contradictory instructions regarding Christians becoming teachers. The first is in Hebrews 5:12 where it says that "by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God, and
- [Will They Remember?](https://karnschurch.org/will-they-remember/) - Spencer Clark In 2020, the last class of students graduated who were alive during the events of 9/11. Not a single K-12 student alive today can remember experiencing the events of that day. How could they forget the event that shaped the last 20 years of American politics, history, military conflict, social life, travel, and
- [Will We Know One Another in Heaven?](https://karnschurch.org/will-we-know-one-another-in-heaven/) - By Steve Higginbotham A question that appears to be of great concern to many people is whether or not we will recognize each other in heaven. Of all the questions we entertain concerning the afterlife, this one is probably the one most frequently asked. And of course, having lost loved ones to death, I certainly
- [Putting the "Do" Back in DOctrine By Steve Higginbotham](https://karnschurch.org/putting-the-do-back-in-doctrine-by-steve-higginbotham/) - As most of us know, the physical brother of Jesus once instructed followers of Jesus to be "doers of the word and not hearers only" (James 1:22a). But then he continued and said that those who "only hear" and do not "obey the word" are "deceiving themselves: (James 1:22b). James brings to light a truth
- [The Eleventh Hour](https://karnschurch.org/the-eleventh-hour/) - By Steve Higginbotham One week ago, on the morning of Sunday, May 9, 2021, John Dale of Murray Kentucky baptized Lestel Elkins into Christ. Lestel is 100 years old! Can I tell you what makes me so happy about this event? A Soul Has Been Saved in the "Eleventh Hour!" Not every person who has
- [My Friend Who is Not a Christian](https://karnschurch.org/my-friend-who-is-not-a-christian/) - by Steve Higginbotham I'd like to tell you about a good friend of mine. I guess we've been friends now for more than a decade. During that time, I have never known her to drink alcohol, smoke, or do drugs. I've never heard her gossip or tell a single lie, and when I occasionally slip
- [I'm One of Them](https://karnschurch.org/im-one-of-them/) - by Steve Higginbotham As you know, I've been traveling to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX since I was diagnosed with cancer last August. MD Anderson is the number one cancer hospital in the United States. It has over 1.6 million patients and a staff of over 21,000 people strong. It's like a city,
- [Would You Ever Destroy a Bible?](https://karnschurch.org/would-you-ever-destroy-a-bible/) - By Steve Higginbotham Would you ever, with contempt and disregard, destroy a Bible? Just such an event occurred in the 36th chapter of the book of Jeremiah. Jehoiakim, the son of the good king, Josiah, was presented with a copy of God's word. The king commissioned a man to read it for him, and after
- [A Quiz You Had Better Pass](https://karnschurch.org/a-quiz-you-had-better-pass/) - by Steve Higginbotham True or False - God is a rewarder of those, who with mediocrity, seek him. Those who know their Bible well, will answer, "False," recognizing that the above statement is a bit of a "twist" of what Hebrews 11:6 says. What the Bible actually says is that God "is a rewarder of
- [Please Take This Quiz](https://karnschurch.org/please-take-this-quiz/) - By Steve Higginbotham Did you know that not everyone who professes to be a follower of Jesus is committed to the task of discipleship? I'm sure most of us know that to be true. But what I might not realize, due to self-deception, is that this may describe my own relationship with the Lord. Consider
- [In Just a City Block](https://karnschurch.org/in-just-a-city-block/) - by Steve Higginbotham I once preached in a city that had a Catholic church, a Methodist church, a Baptist church, a Presbyterian church, a Community church, and a church of Christ all within a city block. Literally, thousands of people who claimed to have allegiance to Jesus, met in separate buildings within shouting distance of
- [Is It Possible?](https://karnschurch.org/is-it-possible/) - By Steve Higginbotham Questions are a powerful way to help people see truths they otherwise might miss. Jesus was masterful with his use of questions. Rather than preaching a lengthy sermon, he could accomplish the same end with a simple question that elicited reflection and exposed hypocrisy and inconsistency among his hearers. For instance, consider
- [A Book Review to Pique Your Interest](https://karnschurch.org/a-book-review-to-pique-your-interest/) - By Steve Higginbotham Although I am not the most prolific reader, I do continue to read and study. I believe it is a grave mistake for a preacher, or for any Christian to stop reading and studying. We should live our lives in a pursuit for greater knowledge of God's word and how he wants
- [The Thief on the Cross](https://karnschurch.org/the-thief-on-the-cross/) - by Steve Higginbotham The cross of Jesus stands as the central event in human history. Of all the great accomplishments of mankind, none can rival what Jesus accomplished on the cross. That being the case, why then is the record of Jesus' death, the greatest accomplishment in human history, cluttered with peripheral information about the
- [Finding Fault](https://karnschurch.org/finding-fault/) - By Steve Higginbotham Have you heard the story about the two taxidermists who were walking down the street and stopped in front of a store window? In the window, an old owl was on display. These two specialists immediately began to criticize the way it was mounted: its eyes were not natural...its wings were not
- [Protecting the Flock](https://karnschurch.org/protecting-the-flock/) - By Terry Clark John 10 shows us the very important role of a shepherd. In verses 1-6, Jesus uses the illustration of the shepherd who enters the door, or opening to the sheepfold. Upon seeing the shepherd in the doorway and hearing his voice, the sheep follow the shepherd. Yet when a stranger enters the
- [Are You Sowing the Seed?](https://karnschurch.org/are-you-sowing-the-seed/) - By Terry Clark We often sing this hymn. The first verse reads, "Are you sowing the seed of the kingdom, brother, In the morning bright and fair? Are you sowing the seed of the kingdom, brother, In the heat of the noonday's glare? For the harvest time is coming on..." This past week, during the
- [Southeast Annual Lectureship Begins Today!](https://karnschurch.org/southeast-annual-lectureship-begins-today-2/) - By Terry Clark The Karns congregation began as the result of a gospel meeting that was conducted by Billy (Bill) Nicks, a young preacher from Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The gospel meeting was held in a tent near our current location. Bill Nicks preached the good news of Jesus Christ, and nine souls were added to
- [Reminder of An Important Opportunity](https://karnschurch.org/reminder-of-an-important-opportunity/) - By Terry Clark In January of this year, each member of the Karns congregation was presented with a new opportunity as follows: "Perhaps you have not been an active participant in the Lord's body, the church. Perhaps you have only been "present and accounted for" each time the church assembles. Perhaps you have been a
- [Jesus' Compassion, Our Compassion](https://karnschurch.org/jesus-compassion-our-compassion/) - By Terry Clark Jesus displays his love and compassion for all mankind. Upon seeing Mary and others weeping over the death of Lazarus, Jesus "groaned in the spirit and was troubled" (John 11). Though Lazarus would be raised, Jesus demonstrated his love and compassion as he wept for the grieving. On two occasions Jesus fed
- [Time to Declutter](https://karnschurch.org/time-to-declutter/) - By Terry Clark Worldly distractions can inhibit our abounding in the work of the Lord (I Corinthians 15:58). The parable of the sower (Mathew 13:1-9) tells of the seed that fell among thorns and was choked by the thorns. Verse 22 explains "Now he who received seed among the thorns is he who hears the
- [Best Seats in the House](https://karnschurch.org/best-seats-in-the-house/) - By Terry Clark Some of the best seats in the house at sporting events, concerts, shows, and amusement park rides are near the front of the venue. The idea is to be close to the action, not miss any details, and get the most from the experience as the athletes, entertainers, and theme parks give
- [The Lord Being Tempted](https://karnschurch.org/the-lord-being-tempted/) - By Tony Williams In Matthew 4:1-10, we can learn some lessons from our Lord while He was being tempted by Satan: Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. And when He had fasted forty days and forty nights, afterward He was hungry. Now when the
- [Wars and Rumors of Wars...](https://karnschurch.org/wars-and-rumors-of-wars/) - We are certainly in unsettling times. With the invasion of Ukraine, the threat to world peace seems to be greater in Europe than any time since the late 1930's. We all wonder what will happen if the conflict escalates beyond the borders of Ukraine and into a World War III. This level of concern takes
- [Daily Deeds](https://karnschurch.org/daily-deeds/) - By Tony Williams "And he said to them, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me." The Lord gives the faithful Christian this daily charge found in Luke chapter 9 verse 23. I often wonder if our day-by-day lives become so regimented that
- [Graduation Day 2022](https://karnschurch.org/graduation-day-2022/) - By Tony Williams On Saturday, May 21, the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies held their 2022 commencement. This is an extra special day for the men who have completed their studies. This day celebrates the completion of the studies; however, the word commence indicates the beginning of their labors in the fields white unto harvest.
- [Welcome AMC!](https://karnschurch.org/welcome-amc/) - By Tony Williams Welcome to the kick-off of the American Mission Campaign being held in Knoxville, Tennessee! This campaign is taking place through the cooperation of House to House School of Evangelism, the Karns congregation, and the West End congregation. We are glad you are here, and to the folks who came from sister congregations,
- [Those in Error](https://karnschurch.org/those-in-error/) - By Tony Williams It is my belief, and I think many would agree, that in recent times some who proclaim the gospel of Christ opt for a softer approach on the subject when they present it. We expect those in the denominations to preach things designed to make one feel good and share the love.
- [I'm Not Listening](https://karnschurch.org/im-not-listening/) - I'm Not Listening! Spencer Clark Stashed towards the end of Jeremiah is a lesser-known episode in the history of Israel. A group of Judean men fled Babylonian rule, taking Jeremiah with them and sought refuge in Egypt despite God's warnings against this very thing. God tasked Jeremiah to speak to the people of Israel. Here
- [Would You Destroy a Bible?](https://karnschurch.org/would-you-destroy-a-bible/) - by Steve Higginbotham From time to time, Bibles fall into a state of disrepair (e.g., the binding comes apart, pages are torn or lost, etc.). If that were to happen to any other book, I'd just throw it away. However, I just can't bring myself to do that when it comes to a Bible. I
- [Wait for the Lord](https://karnschurch.org/wait-for-the-lord/) - Who likes to wait? I don’t like to wait, and I’m sure that I am not alone on this one. We live in a world today where we have to wait for very little. However, when we pray to the Lord for, well, anything, we usually have to wait for the answer. Waiting is especially
- [How Blessed Are We?](https://karnschurch.org/how-blessed-are-we/) - In Matthew chapter 13, just after the parable of the soils, Jesus tells the 12 how fortunate they are. He said, “But blessed are your eyes for they see, and your ears for they hear; for assuredly, I say to you that many prophets and righteous men desired to see what you see, and did
- [Change is Hard](https://karnschurch.org/change-is-hard/) - Fall is one of my favorite seasons because it brings a dramatic transformation from hot to cool, from green to colorful. It’s a time when going outside becomes enjoyable for many of us. Not all changes are quite so easy: moving to a new place, a new school, a new city, new roads, a new
- [Another Forever His](https://karnschurch.org/another-forever-his/) - Last weekend we had our regular semiannual “Forever His” Day Camp. This is a ministry of the Karns congregation where kids and adults with moderate to severe disabilities come to the building on a Saturday for a six-hour time of activities. Those who attended were able to enjoy the company of volunteer buddies and events
- [Give Thanks](https://karnschurch.org/give-thanks/) - Last week, my daughter and son-in-law had both of their cars stolen in the middle of the night. Such events are disheartening and make us angry. However, after Kelli texted us to let us know what happened to them, the words of the late Matthew Henry came to mind. Matthew Henry was born in 1662.
- [Bring Them In](https://karnschurch.org/bring-them-in/) - What if you were raised in a situation where you had no real family or good influence in your life? Or perhaps you fell into the world and things of the world and found yourself on drugs, homeless, and hopeless. Would you want someone to show you a better way? If you were overtaken in
- [Investing in the Future](https://karnschurch.org/investing-in-the-future/) - There will always be things and subjects in which people will have no interest. And while some things may pique one’s interest, they may choose to remain uninvested. To be uninvested in something or someone will likely mean the person will be unengaged, unattached, and uncommitted. Sadly, some may choose to be uninvested in their
- [Mission Possible](https://karnschurch.org/mission-possible/) - Does the state of our country’s morality get to you? Do you let politics and disagreements boil your blood? Does the unfairness of it all get under your skin and make you want to either explode or turn your back? If any of the above is true, then we need to re-ground ourselves and ask,
- [Thanksgiving](https://karnschurch.org/thanksgiving/) - With Thanksgiving around the corner, thoughts of thankfulness, family, and food are at the front of our minds. A child is thankful for the dollar the tooth fairy left under their pillow. A young mother is thankful for a good night’s rest while caring for an 11-month-old child. A college graduate is thankful for their
- [How Does Jesus View Our Faith?](https://karnschurch.org/how-does-jesus-view-our-faith/) - Last week, during our 70th anniversary celebration, we were treated to a series of lessons on “Why We Believe What We Believe.” David Powell did an excellent job in presenting the truth about the Bible, the church, worship and God’s love using only the Bible. This series was designed to introduce our beliefs to visitors
- [Walking in the Light](https://karnschurch.org/walking-in-the-light/) - By Dave Benner On September 23, we were babysitting Hannah and Graham. It was a breezy, cool day as we went out on our deck. I remember thinking that it sure felt like Fall. Turns out it was the first full day of Fall! It was too cool for Hannah in the shade but when
- [Pass It On](https://karnschurch.org/pass-it-on/) - By Dave Benner In I & II Timothy, Paul gives advice to a young preacher. Much of this advice can and should be applied to all Christians, even old guys like me. I want to emphasize two steps of Christianity as found in II Timothy. II Timothy 1:13 directs Timothy to, "Hold fast to the
- [Our Daily Bread](https://karnschurch.org/our-daily-bread/) - By Gary Woodall Fall is here! It's harvest time! Harvest is celebrated all over the world in virtually every culture. People everywhere realize that without harvest, famine and starvation will come. With a bountiful harvest there is plenty and we can be satisfied with the food that we need to live. It is truly a
- [Control Yourself!!](https://karnschurch.org/control-yourself/) - By Gary Woodall If you have read much scripture at all it becomes apparent that self-control is a critical trait to develop. We are expected to control our thoughts and actions to carry out the will of God and bear fruit. (II Cor. 10:5, Col. 3:1-2, Philippians 4:8, Romans 12:2, Eph. 4:23, Jn 15:1-27, Col.
- [How Do You Win Them?](https://karnschurch.org/how-do-you-win-them/) - How Do You Win Them? By Spencer Clark There is a principle in youth ministry that goes something like this, "What you win them with is what you have to keep them with." The idea is simple: the way in which we attract someone to the church is the way we must strive to keep
- [Too Much Fellowship](https://karnschurch.org/too-much-fellowship/) - By Spencer Clark Would it be possible to spend too much time in fellowship? For some Christians, who isolate themselves from the body of Christ except for worship and the occasional event, the answer is certainly no. More fellowship would be a good step towards remedying the situation. But what if fellowship is the only
- [Are You Healthy?](https://karnschurch.org/are-you-healthy/) - Are You Healthy? By Spencer Clark Our world is obsessed with being healthy. Many of us monitor our eating habits and seek to maintain an active lifestyle to preserve some measure of health and prolong our physical lives (or, at least, to get the doctor to leave us alone). Yet, we can become deluded into
- [Who I Am](https://karnschurch.org/who-i-am/) - By Spencer Clark This world has an identity crisis. It is full of lost people who are struggling to make sense of this life and find meaning and purpose in it. Why is this? Certainly because of sin and rebellion against God, but because they fail to see humanity as the Creator sees us. How
- [Clean the Inside](https://karnschurch.org/clean-the-inside/) - By Spencer Clark We are really good at putting on a show. Indeed, our culture rewards those who excel at seeming to have everything together or appear to be a good person. One glimpse into the dysfunctional lives of so-called celebrities and influencers illustrates perfectly the false veil of greatness such "stars" actually have. We
- [In Whom Do You Trust?](https://karnschurch.org/in-whom-do-you-trust/) - By Steve Higginbotham Years ago, I heard a story of a photographer who was assigned to take pictures of a raging forest fire along the West coast. He was advised that a small plane that would fly him over the fire would be awaiting him at the airport. When the photographer arrived at the airport,
- [What Would It Take?](https://karnschurch.org/what-would-it-take/) - by Steve Higginbotham Generally, people like to think of themselves as being savvy and being able to "sniff out" a good deal. Many take great pride in running across a good deal, saving a few dollars, and coming out on top in a transaction. Whether it's yard sales or the purchase of a house, we
- [A Fresh Start](https://karnschurch.org/a-fresh-start/) - by Steve Higginbotham It may seem hard to believe, but we are about to pass from the year 2019 to the year 2020, and do you know what that means? It means we get a "fresh start," a "new beginning," a "second chance," a "clean slate," and a "blank page upon which to be written."
- [If I Only Knew Then What I Know Now](https://karnschurch.org/if-i-only-knew-then-what-i-know-now/) - By Terry Clark I imagine everyone has made choices in life they regret. Many acknowledge "If I only knew then what I know now, I would have chosen differently." Our choices can have eternal consequences. Jesus states in Mathew 7:13-14 that narrow and difficult is the way which leads to life, and wide is the
- [Bread of Life](https://karnschurch.org/bread-of-life/) - By Terry Clark Our country just completed the celebration of another Thanksgiving holiday. According to Wikipedia, the celebration began historically as a "day of giving thanks for the blessings of the harvest and of the preceding year". While most of us today are not directly involved in harvesting, we are able to partake as a

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- [Vacation Bible School](https://karnschurch.org/vbs/) - VBS is May 31 - June 3! Be sure to join us for great lessons from the Bible, singing, crafts, games and more! This is for all ages!
- [Youth Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/youth/) - Summer Advance 2026 EU 2026 Release Form Event Guidelines About Karns Youth Ministry The purpose of our youth ministry at Karns is to challenge every student to have faith in Jesus Christ, commit their lives to Him by becoming a Christian, live faithfully in the service of His kingdom, and bear fruit in the world
- [Southeast Leadership Camp](https://karnschurch.org/leadershipcamp/) - Saturday, May 30 - Sunday, June 7, 2026 For over 20 years, Southeast Leadership Camp has been held at the Karns church of Christ training teenagers in 6th-12th grades for leadership in the Lord's church. The purpose of the camp is to help teens grow in their relationship with the Lord, strengthen their Bible knowledge,
- [Worship Schedule](https://karnschurch.org/members/worship-schedule/) - Worship schedule 03-26Download
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- [Our Vision](https://karnschurch.org/about/ourvision/) - Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers–not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. 1 Peter 5:2–3 We see the
- [Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/evangelism/) - Our purpose is to glorify God by proclaiming the gospel to all people. Jesus commissioned His disciples to make disciples of all nations by baptizing them and teaching them to follow Jesus Christ (Matt 28:19–20). We believe that evangelism is the role of every Christian because of our love for God (1 John 4:19), our
- [Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies](https://karnschurch.org/about/southeast/) - Southeast Website Faculty and Staff Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies, formerly East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions (ETSPM) was chartered by the state of Tennessee in 1971. The school is operated under the oversight of the elders of the Karns Church of Christ. Southeast is, therefore, a work of the Karns church. The scriptural basis
- [Forever His Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/foreverhis/) - Do you have a child with a disability? If so, you are welcome here! “Forever His” is a ministry of the Karns church of Christ. We have a team of faithful Christians who volunteer to serve our guests and members with disabilities in our camps, Bible classes, worship services, and other church wide events. Each
- [Becoming a Christian](https://karnschurch.org/salvation/) - Deciding to follow Jesus is the most important decision in our lives. But how does a person become a Christian? Today's confusing world makes it very difficult because everyone seems to say something different. The question we should be asking is not "What do most people believe?" but "What does the Bible say about becoming
- [Study the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/study/) - We offer Free Bible Studies and Bible Correspondence Courses. Sign up using our form below. Bible Correspondence Courses by postal mail. We will mail you a course with included postage. International students will need to pay their own postage. We have many courses available. Upon completion you will receive a certificate and can choose to take
- [Ministers](https://karnschurch.org/about/ministers/) - Steve Higginbotham Preaching Minister Articles • Sermons & Outlines Steve Higginbotham is a native of Chester, WV. He and his wife, Kim, have four children: Kelli (husband Justin), Michael, Matthew (wife Claire) and Anne Marie (husband Peyton). They also have two grandchildren, Xavier and Eleanor. Steve has been preaching full-time since 1984. Prior to moving
- [Privacy Policy](https://karnschurch.org/privacy-policy/) - Who We Are Karns Church of Christ a non-profit religious organization. Our primary website address is karnschurch.org. For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at privacy@karnschurch.org or via our mailing address: Karns Church of Christ6612 Beaver Ridge RdKnoxville, TN 37931 What Personal Data We Collect and Why We Collect It Media If you upload images to
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- [Young at Heart](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/young-at-heart/) - But exhort one another daily while it is called today; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin (Hebrews 3:13). The goal for our seniors (lovingly dubbed the “Young at Heart”) is to provide an atmosphere for continued spiritual growth, fellowship, service, and encouragement to pursue Christ-likeness. Seniors have access to a
- [Challenge Youth Conference](https://karnschurch.org/youth/cyc/) - CYC is February 24-26 in Pigeon Forge. Teens/parents, be sure to sign up and pay the $90 fee by December 28th!
- [Ministries](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/) - 5th Grade & Under College-Age & Young Professionals Evangelism Ministry Forever His Ministry Growing Families Lads to Leaders (L2L) Ladies' Ministry Men's Ministry Military Outreach Missions Vacation Bible School Widows & Widowers Young Adults Ministry Young at Heart (Seniors) Youth Ministry (6-12th Grades)
- [Young Adult Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/young-adults/) - The Young Adults ministry was created to have an atmosphere where singles and married couples who do not have children connect with Jesus Christ. This ministry was designed to help those transition from college to life as a young adult Christian in today’s society. Our purpose is to assist these individuals as they continue to
- [Widows & Widowers Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/widows-widowers/) - The purpose of this ministry is to support, encourage, and serve those who are widowed, as described in 1 Peter 3 and Jas 1:27. We aim to meet their spiritual, physical, and social needs and fully integrate them into service and fellowship in the Karns congregation. In widowhood, the need for companionship and inclusion is
- [Missions](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/missions/) - Our purpose is to obey the Lord's command to his disciples before His ascension into heaven. He commissioned His disciples to "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, teaching them to observe all things I have commanded you" (Matt 28:19-20). Foreign mission efforts have been a work of the Karns congregation from its
- [Vimeo Test](https://karnschurch.org/vimeo-test/) - 9
- [Plan Your Visit](https://karnschurch.org/plan-your-visit/) - Sometimes people are hesitant to visit a particular church because they do not know exactly what to expect. People ask: “Will I be embarrassed in any way?” “Will I feel welcome?” “Will I understand what is being done?” Below you will find key information for visiting Karns. A Warm Atmosphere You can expect to find
- [What Happens When We Die?](https://karnschurch.org/after-death/) - Find out if you are Ready
- [Sermon Series](https://karnschurch.org/series/)
- [Men's Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/men/) - “Now therefore, fear the LORD, serve Him in sincerity and in truth... choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve... But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” (Josh 24:14-15)... "As iron sharpens iron, So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend" (Prov 27:17) Karns is dedicated to helping
- [Military Outreach](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/military/) - "Call to Duty" is a publication of the Military Outreach and Encouragement (MORE) ministry over seen by the Farley church of Christ in Huntsville, AL. The purpose of MORE is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the world via the U.S. military & inspire men and women to faithful living. ED Linebaugh, an elder
- [Men's Retreat](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/men/mensretreat/) - The 2024 Men's Retreat be held January 5-6 at LeConte Hotel in Pigeon Forge. If you have signed up and wish to pay, the cost is $35. You may give fee to Walt Hillis, one of the elders or Sherrye Woodall. You may also pay online plus online processing fee. The deadline to sign up
- [Lads 2 Leaders](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/lads-2-leaders/) - Our Lads to Leaders (L2L) ministry exists to help our congregation instill the Word of God into our youth and adults so they will stand firm in the faith. Teaching students to do “Bible things in Bible ways” is the essence of L2L. Lads to Leaders is for children, teenagers, and adults from 3 years
- [College-Age & Young Professional Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/college/) - The purpose of this ministry is to provide an environment where emerging adults can be encouraged, challenged, and strengthened in their faith as they are being transformed into the image of Jesus. This ministry consists of members who are typically between the ages of 18 to 25, regardless of whether they attend one of our
- [Ladies' Ministry](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/ladies/) - “…A woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised” (Proverbs 31:30). The ladies’ programs provide opportunities for women of all ages to serve the body of Christ and both give and receive encouragement to grow spiritually and develop skills needed for service to God. Mentoring is available as women take on new tasks and
- [5th Grade & Under](https://karnschurch.org/ministries/children/) - Our children's ministry exists to provide involvement activities for families with young children and support them as they bring their children up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4). We want to help encourage them and prepare them for a deeper relationship with the Lord. The children’s education program at Karns centers
- [Forever His Event Registration](https://karnschurch.org/foreverhis/fhregistration/)
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- [Karns Kourier](https://karnschurch.org/kourier/) - The Karns Kourier is a monthly newsletter from the Karns church of Christ in Knoxville, TN. Each Karns Kourier contains biblical articles written by the ministers, the elders, and faculty from the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies. If you're interested in receiving this digital publication, sign up here. Remember, you can unsubscribe at any time. Subscribe to Karns Kourier
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- [Evangelism in Acts](https://karnschurch.org/evangelism-in-acts/) - Part 2 of New Testament Evangelism. View Part 1 resources here. Lessons EA-01 Background & Situation of Acts EA01 Background & Situation by Spencer EA-02 Commission & Pentecost EA02 Commission & Pentecost by Spencer EA-03 Early Days in Jerusalem EA03 Early Days in Jerusalem by Spencer
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- [Contact Us](https://karnschurch.org/contact/) - KARNS CHURCH OF CHRIST 6162 Beaver Ridge Road Knoxville, TN 37931 865-691-7411 Office@karnschurch.org
- [New Testament Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/evangelism/new-testament-evangelism/) - Part 1 of New Testament Evangelism with a focus on the Gospels. Wednesday Night Auditorium Class (Fall 2023) by Spencer Clark. New Testament Evangelism is an exploration of the New Testament for evangelistic insights, methods, and strategies. We will also be examining how these things relate to our evangelism model. Lessons Click each lesson below
- [About Us](https://karnschurch.org/about/)
- [Karns History](https://karnschurch.org/about/karns-history/) - The Karns congregation began in June 1953 with a tent meeting on the north side of Oak Ridge Highway near where the Exxon station is now located. Bill Nicks, minister of the Highland View congregation in Oak Ridge, did the preaching and nine people obeyed the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Only one of those nine,
- [Mission Statement](https://karnschurch.org/about/missionstatement/) - It is difficult to summarize the entire New Testament into one concise statement for the church, but we have selected these following verses to highlight the focus of the Karns church of Christ. Go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, teaching them
- [Elders](https://karnschurch.org/about/elders/) - David Baldwin David “Boomer” Baldwin grew up in Coalfield, TN. He became a Christian in 1997, and has been a member at Karns since. David became an Elder in August 2024. He previously served as a deacon for the youth and family ministry from 2016 to 2024. He has taught many middle and high school
- ["Preparing for Loss" Workshop](https://karnschurch.org/preparing-for-loss-workshop/) - Our workshop with Dean Miller has concluded. You can find all the lessons below: Preparing for Loss Recordings Dean Miller is a graduate of Freed Hardeman University (1976). He has preached for over 40 years and is now working full-time with the Widowhood Workshop Ministry. He lives in Villa Rica, GA.

## Sermons

- [The Joy of the Kingdom](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-joy-of-the-kingdom/)
- [So Close to the Cross](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/so-close-to-the-cross/)
- [Commit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/commit/)
- [Teaching - Renew Our Mission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/teaching-renew-our-mission/)
- [From Faith to Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/from-faith-to-faith/)
- [Closet Convictions](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/closet-convictions/)
- [Lessons From the Tower of Babel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lessons-from-the-tower-of-babel/)
- [A Trilogy of Joy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-trilogy-of-joy/)
- [A Higher Court](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-higher-court/)
- [Renewed Hope](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/renew-renewed-hope/)
- [The Goodness and Severity of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-goodness-and-severity-of-god/)
- [If the Living Knew What the Dead Know](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/if-the-living-knew-what-the-dead-know/)
- [AI and the Christian](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/ai-and-the-christian/)
- [Go](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/renew-our-mission/)
- [Baptizing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/baptizing-renew-our-mission/)
- [Make Disciples](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/make-disciples/)
- [Silent Killers of Unity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/silent-killers-of-unity/)
- [Waiting](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/waiting/)
- [Renew:  Questions & Answers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/renew-questions-answers/)
- [Renewed Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/renewed-love/)
- [Since You Asked...](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/since-you-asked/)
- [Answering God's Call](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/answering-gods-call/)
- [Kept If We Keep](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/kept-if-we-keep/)
- [An Open Bible and An Open Mind](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/an-open-bible-and-an-open-mind/)
- [Is One Church As Good As Another?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/is-one-church-as-good-as-another-2/)
- [Do You Really Know What You Know?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/do-you-really-know-what-you-know/)
- [What Every Good Mother Wants](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-every-good-mother-wants/)
- [Strengthened By Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/strengthened-by-grace/)
- [But God...](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/but-god/)
- [When Confidence In Scripture Is Lost](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-confidence-in-scripture-is-lost/)
- [The Return of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-return-of-jesus/)
- [The Lord is My Shepherd](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-lord-is-my-shepherd/)
- [May I Have This Dance?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/may-i-have-this-dance/) - What does the Bible say about dancing? Is dancing wrong? Is dancing a sin? Is prom wrong? Answers to these questions in this message.
- [Defining Biblical Obedience](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/defining-biblical-obedience/)
- [The Only Judgment That Matters](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-only-judgment-that-matters/)
- [Later That Same Day](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/later-that-same-day/)
- [The Mystery of Godliness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-mystery-of-godliness-2/)
- [A Hedge of Thorns](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-hedge-of-thorns/)
- [Renewing Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/renewing-evangelism/)
- [From Hostile to Holy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/from-hostile-to-holy/)
- [Beholding God's Glory:  Being Everywhere](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/beholding-gods-glory-being-everywhere/)
- [Beholding God's Glory:  Loving Everyone](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/beholding-gods-glory-loving-everyone/)
- [The Gospel According to Zechariah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-gospel-according-to-zechariah/)
- [Drawing Near to God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/drawing-near-to-god/)
- [Questions About Our Destiny](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-about-our-destiny/) - Will we know each other in heaven? How can I be happy if I know my loved one is not there? Why does God punish people? Why does God send people to hell? Is hell forever?
- [Two Destinies](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/two-destinies/)
- [You Can Do This (Parenting Seminar 5)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/you-can-do-this-parenting-seminar-5/)
- [You Are Not Alone (Parenting Seminar 4)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/you-are-not-alone-parenting-seminar-4/)
- [Challenges and Conquests of Parenting (Parenting Seminar 3)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/challenges-and-conquests-of-parenting-parenting-seminar-3/)
- [Here is How to Get it Right (Parenting Seminar 1)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/here-is-how-to-get-it-right-parenting-seminar-1/)
- [Little Eyes are Watching (Parenting Seminar 2)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/little-eyes-are-watching-parenting-seminar-2/)
- [Ask the Bible Anything](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/ask-the-bible-anything/)
- [How to Compromise](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-compromise/)
- [Waymaker](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/waymaker/)
- [Renew Our Unity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/renew-our-unity/)
- [Renew Me](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/renew-me/)
- [God's Cure For An Anxious Heart](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/gods-cure-for-an-anxious-heart/)
- [Why Do We Follow Jesus?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-do-we-follow-jesus/)
- [How to Minister to Grieving People](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-minister-to-grieving-people/)
- [When One Member Hurts](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-one-member-hurts/)
- [Where Faith Meets Redemption](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/where-faith-meets-redemption/)
- [The Fear of Death](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-fear-of-death/)
- [We May Have it Backwards (Steve Higginbotham)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/we-may-have-it-backwards-steve-higginbotham/)
- [Same God. New Year. (Steve Higginbotham)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/same-god-new-year-steve-higginbotham/)
- [Devotion Without Demand](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/devotion-without-demand/)
- [Faith Is A Muscle](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/faith-is-a-muscle/)
- [Thy Kingdom Came](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/thy-kingdom-came/)
- [Glory to God in the Highest](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/glory-to-god-in-the-highest/)
- [The Goodness of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-goodness-of-god/)
- [Kingdom of Priests](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/kingdom-of-priests/)
- [Traditions of Men Vs. the Commandments of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/traditions-of-men-vs-the-commandments-of-god/)
- [So You Will Be My Disciple](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/so-you-will-be-my-disciple/)
- [Joined Together](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/joined-together/)
- [Reasons to Give Thanks](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reasons-to-give-thanks/)
- [Present Concerns](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/present-concerns/)
- [Is Baptism Necessary To Be Saved?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/is-baptism-necessary-to-be-saved/)
- [Reaching the Lost](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reaching-the-lost-2/)
- [Take a Seat](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/take-a-seat/)
- [Don't Give Up](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/dont-give-up/)
- [What Makes Jesus Sick?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-makes-jesus-sick/)
- [Praying With Bold Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/praying-with-bold-faith/)
- [Compartmentalized Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/compartmentalized-faith/)
- [Lessons From the Baptism of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lessons-from-the-baptism-of-jesus/)
- [The Greatest Story Every Told](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-greatest-story-every-told/)
- [How Not to Deal With Sin](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-not-to-deal-with-sin/)
- [Meet the Deceiver](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/meet-the-deceiver/)
- [Faith Without Feeling Is Dead](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/faith-without-feeling-is-dead/) - # This lesson explores how faith must be felt as well as lived—through awe at God’s holiness, humility in repentance, and gratitude that leads to service.
- [The Exceedingly Sinfulness of Sin](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-exceedingly-sinfulness-of-sin/)
- [The Christianity and Hospitality](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-christianity-and-hospitality/)
- [One Family:  Family Priorities, Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/one-family-family-priorities-part-2/) - Put truth, encouragement, and God first—discover His priorities for His family, the church.
- [A Study of Romans 10](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-study-of-romans-10/)
- [Why Are You Waiting?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-are-you-waiting/) - # #
- [Having Martha's Hands And Mary's Heart](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sunday-am-september-21-mike-green/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [Show Us The Father](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/show-us-the-father/)
- [What Will I Do With Jesus?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-will-i-do-with-jesus/)
- [One Family:  Family Responsibilities](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/one-family-family-responsibilities/)
- [Teach Me Lord to Wait](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/teach-me-lord-to-wait/)
- [I Couldn't Sleep At All Last Night](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-couldnt-sleep-at-all-last-night/)
- [Churches of Christ: Who Are These People?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/churches-of-christ-who-are-these-people/)
- [Churches of Christ: The Silence of the Scriptures](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/churches-of-christ-the-silence-of-the-scriptures/)
- [Churches of Christ: So-Called Troublemakers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/churches-of-christ-who-are-these-people-part-3/)
- [The Fifth Sparrow](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-fifth-sparrow/)
- [Broken But Blessed](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/broken-but-blessed/)
- [Tell No One](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/tell-no-one/)
- [Why Focus On God?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-focus-on-god/)
- [The Election](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-election/)
- [How to Select a Bible Translation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-select-a-bible-translation/)
- [Seven Events When Jesus Comes Again](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/seven-events-when-jesus-comes-again/)
- [He's Got the Whole World in His Hands](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hes-got-the-whole-world-in-his-hands/)
- [The Danger of Faith Deconstruction](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-danger-of-faith-deconstruction/)
- [A Study Through 1 Timothy 4](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-study-through-1-timothy-4/)
- [Setting Things in Order](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/setting-things-in-order/)
- [What More Do You Need?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-more-do-you-need/)
- [One Family With Favor](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/one-family-with-favor/)
- [The What, How, Where, and When Of Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-what-how-where-and-when-of-salvation/)
- [Bold Morality](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/bold-morality/)
- [One Family:  Family Priorities](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/one-family-family-priorities/)
- [The God Who Sees Me](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-god-who-sees-me/)
- [The Apple of His Eye](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-apple-of-his-eye/)
- [Struggling With a Bitter Mindset](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/struggling-with-a-bitter-mindset/)
- [The Body of Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-body-of-christ/)
- [Is Your God Too Small?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/is-your-god-too-small/)
- [The Christian and the Government](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-christian-and-the-government-2/)
- [The Hushed Truth About Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-hushed-truth-about-faith/)
- [A Promise From the Lord](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-promise-from-the-lord/)
- [Who Is Jesus?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/who-is-jesus-3/)
- [Where Do I Start?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/where-do-i-start/)
- [Judas Unmasked](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/judas-unmasked/)
- [Expect the Unexpected, Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/expect-the-unexpected-part-2/)
- [Expect the Unexpected (Part 1)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/expect-the-unexpected-part-1/)
- [Marks of a Disciple](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/marks-of-a-disciple/)
- [True Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/true-grace/)
- [Don't Let Water Quench Your Thirst](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/dont-let-water-quench-your-thirst/)
- [When a Friend Takes a Wrong Turn](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-a-friend-takes-a-wrong-turn/)
- [Seek Wisdom in Trials](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/seek-wisdom-in-trials/)
- [Our Conflict With the World](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-conflict-with-the-world/)
- [Bouncing Back From Burnout](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/bouncing-back-from-burnout/)
- [Empty, Swept, and Clean](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/empty-swept-and-clean/)
- [What Does a Satanist Look Like?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-does-a-satanist-look-like/)
- [What Did You Expect?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-did-you-expect/)
- [Simon Of Cyrene:  Possibilities and Certainties](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/simon-of-cyrene-possibilities-and-certainties/)
- [Victory in Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/victory-in-jesus/)
- [Pride Month](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/pride-month/)
- [Jesus:  The Chief Cornerstone](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-the-chief-cornerstone/)
- [Song of Solomon: The Crescendo of Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-crescendo/)
- [Song of Solomon: The Beauty of Marital Intimacy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-beauty/)
- [Was Peter the First Pope?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/was-peter-the-first-pope/)
- [Life, Love, and Loss](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/life-love-and-loss/)
- [Song of Solomon: A Chill in the Garden of Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-chill/)
- [What Our Mothers Would Want](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-our-mothers-would-want/)
- [Song of Solomon: Love in the Garden](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-love-garden/)
- [Dreams, Dungeons, and Destiny](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/dreams-dungeons-and-destiny/)
- [Christ's Church:  Being](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/christs-church-being/)
- [Christ's Church:  Belonging](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/christs-church-belonging/)
- [Song of Solomon: Solomon at His Best](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-best/) - Mike finishes up with last week's content and continues into Song of Solomon chapter 3
- [New Lessons From Different Perspectives: Guilt](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/new-lessons-from-different-perspectives-guilt/)
- [Observations on the Resurrection](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/observations-on-the-resurrection/)
- [Hidden Truths:  God's Presence Brings Blessings](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hidden-truths-gods-presence-brings-blessings/)
- [Song of Solomon: For Everything There is a Season](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-season/)
- [Song of Solomon: Language of Love Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-language-2/) - Michael Green continues the discussion of the language of love in Chapter 1 and 2.
- [Song of Solomon: Language of Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-language/) - Michael Green discusses how the Language of Love work in the Song of Solomon and discusses more from the first chapter.
- [The Prayer of the Righteous](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-prayer-of-the-righteous/)
- [Family Priorities](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/family-priorities/)
- [Song of Solomon: Rhythm](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-rhythm/) - Michael Green discusses the rhythm of the book and begins looking at the first chapter of the Song of Solomon.
- [Biblical Metaphors](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/biblical-metaphors/)
- [A Penknife at a Sword Fight](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-penknife-at-a-sword-fight/)
- [Just As He Said to Them](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/just-as-he-said-to-them/)
- [Noah's Godliness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/noahs-godliness/)
- [Song of Solomon: 4 Keys to Grasping its Message](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-4-keys/) - Michael Green surveys the history of interpretation of the book and 4 keys for proper interpretation.
- [Jesus Loves the Little Children](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-loves-the-little-children-2/)
- [A Family Resemblance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-family-resemblance/)
- [Song of Solomon Literary Type](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-literary-type/) - Rick Harrison explores the literary type of the Song of Solomon and its importance for proper interpretation of the book.
- [Their Works Deny Him](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/their-works-deny-him/)
- [Song of Solomon Introduction](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/song-of-solomon-introduction/)
- [How to Think in Philippians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/think-philippians/)
- [Citizenship in Heaven](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/citizenship-heaven-philippians/)
- [Responsibility in Philippians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/responsibility-philippians/)
- [Partnership Through Generosity (Philippians 4)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/partnership-generosity-philippians/)
- [Spiritual Growth (Philippians 3)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spiritual-growth-philippians/)
- [Peace Through Prayer (Philippians 4)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/peace-prayer-philippians/)
- [Contentment in Philippians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/contentment-philippians/)
- [Rejoice in Philippians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/rejoice-philippians/)
- [Jesus-Centered (Philippians 1:21)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-centered/)
- [Humility Through Service (Philippians 2)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/humility-through-service/)
- [Introduction to Philippians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/introduction-to-philippians/)
- [The Good Shepherd](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-good-shepherd/)
- [What We Ought to Do When We Are Overwhelmed](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-we-ought-to-do-when-we-are-overwhelmed/)
- [Is the Lord Your Portion?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/is-the-lord-your-portion/)
- [Divine Justice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/divine-justice/)
- [India Mission Report](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/india-mission-report/)
- [The Gospel of the Passover](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-gospel-of-the-passover/)
- [The New Covenant](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-new-covenant/)
- [Why Are We a Family?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-are-we-a-family/)
- [The Ten Commandments:  Introduction](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-ten-commandments-introduction/)
- [Solving Church Problems](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/solving-church-problems/)
- [Excuses, Excuses](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/excuses-excuses/)
- [One Family, One Mission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/one-family-one-mission/)
- [God, Our Redeemer](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/god-our-redeemer/)
- [Reading the Book of Esther](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reading-the-book-of-esther/)
- [The Mystery of Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-mystery-of-salvation/)
- [Who is Jesus?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/who-is-jesus-2/)
- [God Has Placed Eternity in Our Hearts](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/eternity-in-our-hearts/) - God has placed eternity in our hearts. We are spiritual beings with an awareness of a higher purpose. But many people ignore this and fail to find fulfillment.
- [Drawing Lines of Fellowship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/drawing-lines-of-fellowship/)
- [Hope In Hardship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hope-in-hardship/)
- [The Truth About Truth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-truth-about-truth/)
- [Putting the "Do" in "Doctrine"](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/putting-the-do-in-doctrine/)
- [What if Jesus Had Never Been Born?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-if-jesus-had-never-been-born-2/)
- [Won't You Be My Neighbor?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/wont-you-be-my-neighbor-2/)
- [Plant, Water, Increase](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/plant-water-increase/)
- [More on the Return of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/more-on-the-return-of-jesus/)
- [Lessons Learned From Eutychus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lessons-learned-from-eutychus/)
- [Spiritual Disciplines:  The Discipline of Service](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spiritual-disciplines-the-discipline-of-service/)
- [3 Things About God's Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-gods-grace/)
- [Spiritual Disciplines:  Giving](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spiritual-disciplines-giving/)
- [Abundance & Adversity:  Finding Wisdom in Job's Story](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/abundance-adversity-finding-wisdom-in-jobs-story/)
- [Speak to the Rock](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/speak-to-the-rock/)
- [The Healing of the Paralytic](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-healing-of-the-paralytic/)
- [The Need for Balance:  The Goodness of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-need-for-balance-the-goodness-of-god/)
- [The Need for Balance:  The Severity of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-need-for-balance-the-severity-of-god/)
- [God's Word is Right](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/gods-word-is-right/)
- [Redeeming the Times](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/redeeming-the-times/)
- [The Veiled Gospel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-veiled-gospel/)
- [The Church Then and Now](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-church-then-and-now/)
- [Peace Perfect Peace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/peace-perfect-peace/)
- [Dinner With Sinners](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/dinner-with-sinners/)
- [You Are the Salt of the World](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/you-are-the-salt-of-the-world/)
- [3 Things About Government](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-government/)
- [Underline It!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/underline-it/)
- [The Lord Has Been Mindful of Us](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-lord-has-been-mindful-of-us/)
- [Lord, Teach Us to Pray](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lord-teach-us-to-pray/)
- [Finding Rest](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/finding-rest/)
- [3 Things About Prophecy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-prophecy/)
- [Bent Out of Shape](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/bent-out-of-shape-2/)
- [Prophet 401:  Questions](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/prophet-401-questions/)
- [Prophet 401](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/prophet-401/)
- [Finding Your Place in Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/finding-your-place-in-evangelism/)
- [Eternal Life in Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/eternal-life-in-christ/)
- [The Night the Jailhouse Rocked](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-night-the-jailhouse-rocked/)
- [Under the Sun Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/under-the-sun-living/)
- [A Church With Glass Walls](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-church-with-glass-walls/)
- [3 Things About the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-the-church/)
- [Change May Be Better Than You Think](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/change-may-be-better-than-you-think/)
- [Have You Lost Your Mind?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/have-you-lost-your-mind/)
- [For Want of a Nail](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/for-want-of-a-nail/)
- [Tempted to Go Back?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/tempted-to-go-back/)
- [Bible Genealogies](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/bible-genealogies/)
- [Approaching God With an Idol in Your Heart](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/approaching-god-with-an-idol-in-your-heart/)
- [Church Discipline: Questions & Answers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/church-discipline-questions-answers/)
- [Church Discipline](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/church-discipline-2/)
- [3 Things About John's Revelation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-johns-revelation/)
- [Spiritual Disciplines:  Anger Management](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spiritual-disciplines-anger-management/)
- [God and the Nations](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/god-and-the-nations/)
- [Routine Christianity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/routine-christianity/)
- [The Authority of Biblical Examples](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-authority-of-biblical-examples/)
- [The ABC's of Discipleship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-abcs-of-discipleship/)
- [Who is the Angel of the Lord?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/who-is-the-angel-of-the-lord/)
- [If It's Not One Thing It's Another](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/if-its-not-one-thing-its-another/)
- [What's Next?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/whats-next/)
- [Fathers Like Our Heavenly Father](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/fathers-like-our-heavenly-father/)
- [Godly Leadership](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/godly-leadership/)
- [Memorial Day](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/memorial-day/)
- [The Lord's Memorial](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-lords-memorial/)
- [Education Presentation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/education-presentation/)
- [All Men Everywhere](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/all-men-everywhere-2/)
- [3 Things About Successful Marriages](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-successful-marriages/)
- [Success in the Lord's Kingdom](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/success-in-the-lords-kingdom/)
- [Servant Savior](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/servant-savior/)
- [The Mystery of Godliness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-mystery-of-godliness/)
- [The Widow of Nain](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-widow-of-nain/)
- [Encouraged to Reconcile](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encouraged-to-reconcile/)
- [Encouraged to Forgive](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encouraged-to-forgive/)
- [3 Things About Baptism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-baptism/)
- [To Sum It All Up](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/to-sum-it-all-up/)
- [Use It Or Lose It](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/use-it-or-lose-it/)
- [I Am Not Ashamed](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-not-ashamed/)
- [Repentance and Remission of Sins](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/repentance-and-remission-of-sins/)
- [The Greatest Commands, Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-greatest-commands-part-2/)
- [The Greatest Commands, Part 1](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-greatest-commands-part-1/)
- [The Sermon That Made Felix Tremble](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-sermon-that-made-felix-tremble/)
- [3 Things about the Return of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-the-return-of-jesus/)
- [Not My Neighbor, Not My Problem](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/not-my-neighbor-not-my-problem/)
- [Spiritual Disciples: Bible Memorization](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spiritual-disciples-bible-memorization/)
- [Widowhood: Divine Perspective](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/widowhood-divine-perspective/)
- [Praise the Lord... No Matter What](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/praise-the-lord-no-matter-what/)
- [3 Things About Angels](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/3-things-about-angels/)
- [What is the Bible?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-is-the-bible/)
- [Becoming an Unattractional Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/becoming-an-unattractional-church/)
- [Spiritual Disciplines: The Call to Change](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spiritual-disciplines-the-call-to-change-steve-higginbotham/)
- [How to Have Peace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-have-peace/)
- [Speaking the Truth in Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/speaking-the-truth-in-love/)
- [Are You a Disciple of Jesus?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/are-you-a-disciple-of-jesus/)
- [Three Things About Miraculous Gifts](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/three-things-about-miraculous-gifts/)
- [Things That Accompany Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/things-that-accompany-salvation/)
- [The Power of a Family](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-power-of-a-family/)
- [Choose Two](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/choose-two/)
- [Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/now-i-lay-me-down-to-sleep/)
- [Slaying Giants In Our Lives](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/slaying-giants-in-our-lives/)
- [The Greatest Gift](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-greatest-gift/)
- [Contrasting the Comings of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/contrasting-the-comings-of-jesus/)
- [Baptism, Raising Hands, Omnipresence of Jesus, and Proverbs Contradictions (Questions Part 10)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-and-answers-part-10/) - Christ sent me not to baptize? (1 Corinthians 1:17) Is it wrong to raise hands in prayer? How can Jesus be on earth and heaven at the same time? Would it be scriptural if an unbeliever performed a baptism? How can Proverbs 26:4 be harmonized with Proverbs 24:6?
- [No Room In the Inn](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/no-room-in-the-inn/)
- [A Place of Refuge](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-place-of-refuge-2/)
- [Be Still and Know That I Am God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/be-still-and-know-that-i-am-god-2/)
- [Why Jesus Grew Up](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-jesus-grew-up/)
- [Samson's Sin](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/samsons-sin/)
- [Waters above the Firmament, Going Forward, Living Together, Degrees of Punishment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-and-answers-part-9/) - What Were the Waters Above the Firmament? When Should a Person “Go Forward” for Sin? Can a Christian Live with Someone of the Opposite Sex? Are There Degrees of Punishment in Hell?
- [ThanksLiving](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/thanksliving/)
- [Why We Believe What We Believe About Right & Wrong](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-we-believe-what-we-believe-about-right-wrong/)
- [Why We Believe What We Believe About the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-we-believe-what-we-believe-about-the-church/)
- [Why We Believe What We Believe About the Home](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-we-believe-what-we-believe-about-the-home/)
- [Why We Believe What We Believe About God's Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/test/)
- [Why We Believe What We Believe About the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-we-believe-what-we-believe-about-the-bible/)
- [Faithful Work](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/faithful-work-2/)
- [What Does it Mean to be a Christian?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-christian/)
- [Faithful Work](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/faithful-work/) - testst
- [The Brevity of Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-brevity-of-life/)
- [Psalm 23](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/speaking-to-one-another-in-psalms-psalm-23/)
- [What the Lord Has Done for You](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-the-lord-has-done-for-you/)
- [Sinners Prayer, Holidays, & is Peter the Pope? (Questions Part 8)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-and-answers-part-8/)
- [Israel and Palestine](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/israel-and-palestine/)
- [Our Imperfect Family](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-imperfect-family/)
- [Christ Our Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/christ-our-life/)
- [The Gospel Culture](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-gospel-sermon/)
- [Fishers of Men](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/fishers-of-men-2/)
- [Walk in Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/walk-in-love/)
- [Last Words of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/last-words-of-jesus/)
- [Invitation, Membership, & Giving (Questions Part 7)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-answers-part-7/)
- [Pure Religion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/pure-religion/)
- [Judas: The Betrayer](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/judas-the-betrayer/)
- [The Story of the Rich Man](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-story-of-the-rich-man/)
- [Clean the Inside](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/clean-the-inside/)
- [Psalm 29](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/speaking-to-one-another-in-psalms-psalm-29/)
- [Summer Has Ended and We Are Not Saved](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/summer-has-ended-and-we-are-not-saved-2/)
- [Saved before Baptism, Baptism Formula, Dying before Baptism (Questions Part 6)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-and-answers-part-6/)
- [How Did the Early Church Grow?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-did-the-early-church-grow/)
- [Welcoming the Unwelcome](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/welcoming-the-unwelcome/)
- [Adam & Eve and Jesus & Me](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/adam-eve-and-jesus-me/)
- [Seeing Beyond the Fog](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/seeing-beyond-the-fog/)
- [Seven People Every Church Needs: Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/seven-people-every-church-needs-part-2/)
- [Seven People Every Church Needs: Part 1](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/seven-people-every-church-needs-part-1/)
- [What Jesus Said About Divorce](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-jesus-said-about-divorce/)
- [What Time Is It?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-time-is-it/)
- [God Has Plans For You](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/god-has-plans-for-you/)
- [White Unto Harvest](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/white-unto-harvest/)
- [Lord's Day, Mental Illness, Homosexuality, & Tattoos (Questions Part 5)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-answers-part-5/)
- [Do Not Worry](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/do-not-worry/)
- [Psalm 90](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/speaking-to-one-another-in-psalms-psalm-90/)
- [The Greater Law](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-greater-law/)
- [The Core of the Gospel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-core-of-the-gospel/)
- [Sincere Christianity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sincere-christianity/)
- [The Devil, Our Adversary](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-devil-our-adversary/)
- [Why Am I Here?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-am-i-here/)
- [Roots Before Fruits](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/roots-before-fruits/)
- [Priority of Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/priority-of-evangelism/)
- [Biblical Advice to Shepherds and the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/biblical-advice-to-shepherds-and-the-church/)
- [Lead Like Joash](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lead-like-joash/)
- [Do I Have to Go to Church to Go to Heaven?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/do-i-have-to-go-to-church-to-go-to-heaven/)
- [God Never Said That](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/god-never-said-that/)
- [The Cost of Discipleship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-cost-of-discipleship/)
- [Imprecatory Psalms](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/imprecatory-psalms/)
- [Presbyters, Pastors, and Bishops, Oh My!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/presbyters-pastors-and-bishops-oh-my/)
- [Denominationalism, Fornication, Adultery, Satan, & Phil 4:13 (Questions Part 4)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-and-answers-part-4/)
- [If His Aunt Didn't Get Him, His Grandma Would](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/if-his-aunt-didnt-get-him-his-grandma-would/)
- [Standing On the Edge](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/standing-on-the-edge/)
- [Our Resurrection](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-resurrection/)
- [The Blood of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-blood-of-jesus/)
- [True Repentance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/true-repentance/)
- [Psalm 100](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/psalm-100/)
- [The Resurrection](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-resurrection/)
- [Loving the One We Have Not Seen](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/loving-the-one-we-have-not-seen/)
- [What is the Church?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-is-the-church/)
- [Fear, Day of Judgement, Forgiveness, Recognition in Heaven (Questions Part 2)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-and-answers-part-2/) - Is “Fearing” Right or Wrong? Will a Christian’s Sins Be Remembered in the Day of Judgment? Should We Forgive Someone Who Has Not Asked for Forgiveness? Can We Be Happy if there is Recognition in Heaven?
- [Questions and Answers Part 3](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-and-answers-part-3/) - Were Adam and Solomon saved or lost? Is gambling and playing the lottery sinful? How do we respond to gender-fluidity issues? How do we harmonize Hebrews 5:12 with James 3:1?
- [Church Culture](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/church-culture/)
- [After Amen: What to Do After We Pray](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/after-amen-what-to-do-after-we-pray/)
- [Regrets - I Have More Than a Few](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/regrets-i-have-more-than-a-few/)
- [Imitate Me](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/imitate-me/)
- [Comfortably Unfaithful](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/comfortably-unfaithful/)
- [Psalm 11](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/psalm-11/)
- [The Christian Walk](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-christian-walk/)
- [Will You Go to Heaven With Me?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/will-you-go-to-heaven-with-me/)
- [Your Children, Their Children & Their Children](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/your-children-their-children-their-children/)
- [Hold Fast the Pattern](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hold-fast-the-pattern/)
- [What We Owe the Government](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-we-owe-the-government/)
- [Psalm 49](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/psalm-49/)
- [What Does It Mean to Take God's Name in Vain?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-does-it-mean-to-take-gods-name-in-vain/)
- [Three Amazing Invitations](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/three-amazing-invitations/)
- [The Pattern](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-pattern/)
- [Degrees of Punishment, Ephesians 3:10, Suicide (Questions Part 1)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-answers-part-1/) - Are There Degrees of Punishment and Reward in Hell and Heaven? Please Explain Ephesians 3:10 Does a Person Who Commits Suicide Go to Hell?
- [Our God is Loving and Merciful](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-god-is-loving-and-merciful/)
- [Marks of An Effective Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/marks-of-an-effective-church/)
- [Will We Know One Another in Heaven?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/will-we-know-one-another-in-heaven/)
- [What's In a Name?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/whats-in-a-name/)
- [A Better You](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-better-you/)
- [New Beginnings](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/new-beginnings/)
- [Preaching Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/preaching-christ-3/)
- [What Will You Do With Jesus?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-will-you-do-with-jesus/)
- [Dinner With Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/dinner-with-jesus/)
- [Hanukkah and Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hanukkah-and-jesus/)
- [Above and Beyond](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/above-and-beyond/)
- [Was Jesus Woke?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/was-jesus-woke/)
- [The Prophet Like Moses](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-prophet-like-moses/)
- [Jesus in Prophecy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-in-prophecy/)
- [Tasmania Mission Report](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/tasmania-mission-report/)
- [The Jesus Paradox](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-jesus-paradox/)
- [Transformed By the Grace of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/transformed-by-the-grace-of-god/)
- [The Way of the Spirit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-way-of-the-spirit/)
- [Jesus Is King](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-is-king/)
- [What Made Jesus Weep?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-made-jesus-weep/)
- [Glory: The View from Heaven](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/glory-the-view-from-heaven-2/) - Part of the 2022 M2Y Conference
- [A Fresh Start](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-fresh-start/)
- [Desperate Disciples](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/desperate-disciples/)
- [Leading the Little Ones](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/leading-the-little-ones/)
- [Our God is Forgiving](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-god-is-forgiving/)
- [What Did Jesus Say About Materialism?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-did-jesus-say-about-materialism/)
- [Generous Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/parables-of-grace-generous-grace/)
- [Changes Death Will Bring](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/changes-death-will-bring/)
- [The Judgment Day](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-judgment-day/)
- [Trusting God's Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/parables-of-grace-trusting-gods-grace/)
- [Hidden Truths](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hidden-truths/)
- [What Did Jesus Say About Religious Sects?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-did-jesus-say-about-religious-sects/)
- [Forgiving Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/parables-of-grace-forgiving-grace/)
- [What Did Jesus Say About Modesty?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-did-jesus-say-about-modesty/)
- [The Woman at the Well: Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-woman-at-the-well-part-2/)
- [The Woman at the Well: Part 1](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-woman-at-the-well-part-1/)
- [Receiving God's Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/parables-of-grace-receiving-gods-grace/)
- [Making a Profit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/making-a-profit/)
- [What Makes a Healthy Church?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-makes-a-healthy-church/)
- [Three Men On a Street Called Straight](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/three-men-on-a-street-called-straight/)
- [What We Believe](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-we-believe/)
- [What Did Jesus Say About Hell?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-did-jesus-say-about-hell/)
- [Fasting 101](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/fasting-101/)
- [Paul's Conscience](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/pauls-conscience/)
- [The Joy of Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/parables-of-grace-the-joy-of-grace/)
- [What Did Jesus Say About Abortion?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-did-jesus-say-about-abortion/)
- [Parables of Grace: Offer of Gra](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/parables-of-grace-an-offer-of-grace/)
- [What Did Jesus Say About Lying?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-did-jesus-say-about-lying/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: Two Thieves](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-the-thieves-on-the-cross/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: Pontius Pilate](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-pontius-pilate/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: The Ten Lepers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-the-ten-lepers/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: The Blind Man](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-the-blind-man/)
- [Encounters With Jesus: The Nazarenes](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-the-nazarenes/)
- [God's Wrath](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/gods-wrath/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: Traditionalists](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-traditionalists/)
- [Encounters With Jesus: The Pharisees](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-the-pharisees/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: The Rich Young Ruler](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-the-rich-young-ruler/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: Would Be Disciples](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-would-be-disciples/)
- [Found in My Father's House](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/found-in-my-fathers-house/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: Faith, Hope, and Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-faith-hope-and-love/)
- [Encounters with Jesus: Woman at the Well](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/encounters-with-jesus-woman-at-the-well/)
- [I AM the Vine](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-the-vine/)
- [I AM the Way, the Truth, and the Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-the-way-the-truth-and-the-life/)
- [I AM the Resurrection and the Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-the-resurrection-and-the-life/)
- [I AM the Good Shepherd](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-the-good-shepherd/)
- [I AM the Door](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-the-door/)
- [I AM the Light of the World](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-the-light-of-the-world/)
- [I AM the Bread of Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-the-bread-of-life/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Return](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-return/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-church/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Death & Resurrection](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-death-resurrection/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Anger](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-anger/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-love/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Outreach](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-outreach/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Focus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-focus/)
- [Unity in the Body](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/unity-in-the-body/)
- [The Motive for Reaching the Lost](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-motive-for-reaching-the-lost/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Mission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-mission/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Birth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-birth/)
- [Bearing Fruit: Purpose & Identity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/bearing-fruit-purpose-identity/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: His Identity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus-his-identity/)
- [Digital Church: Rebooting Christianity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/digital-church-rebooting-christianity/)
- [Amos Should Be Famous](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/amos-should-be-famous/)
- [There's Something About That Name](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/theres-something-about-that-name/)
- [This Is The Will Of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/this-is-the-will-of-god/)
- [The Hour Is Coming](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-hour-is-coming/)
- [A Closer Look At The Birth Of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-closer-look-at-the-birth-of-jesus/)
- [Will The Real Jesus Please Stand Up?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/will-the-real-jesus-please-stand-up-2/)
- [The Wrath of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-wrath-of-god/)
- [Known As We Are or As We Were?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/known-as-we-are-or-as-we-were/)
- [Lessons From Jonah Hidden in Plain Sight](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hidden-in-plain-sight-jonah/)
- [The Sum of Thy Word is Truth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-sum-of-thy-word-is-truth/)
- [The Value of Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-value-of-faith-3/)
- [There is Power In the Blood](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/there-is-power-in-the-blood/)
- [How to Walk](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-walk/)
- [John's 3:16](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/johns-316/)
- [Things That Go Bump in the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/things-that-go-bump-in-the-church-2/)
- [Can I Get a Witness?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/can-i-get-a-witness/)
- [Sinners Jesus Will Receive](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sinners-jesus-will-receive/)
- [Time, Grace & God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/time-grace-god/)
- [Do You Want the Control?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/do-you-want-the-control/)
- [Does Prayer Make a Difference?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/does-prayer-make-a-difference/)
- [Coming to Grips With Sin](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/coming-to-grips-with-sin/)
- [Rise Up and Build](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/rise-up-and-build-2/)
- [Remember Lot's Wife](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-lots-wife/)
- [This is Your Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/this-is-your-life/)
- [Think and Do Better](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/think-and-do-better/)
- [Three Reasons to Keep the Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/three-reasons-to-keep-the-faith/)
- [Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/salvation/)
- [Everyone Needs a Paul & Timothy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/everyone-needs-a-paul-and-a-timothy/)
- [Stop Sharing the Gospel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/stop-sharing-the-gospel/) - %todo_render%
- [Are You Ready?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/are-you-ready/)
- [The Believing Nobleman](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-believing-nobleman-2/)
- [Whose House Is It?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/whose-house-is-it/)
- [The Jesus Factor](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-jesus-factor/)
- [A Penny For Your Thoughts](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-penny-for-your-thoughts/)
- [The Patience of Job](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-patience-of-job-2/)
- [Lord Reign in Me](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lord-reign-in-me/)
- [Compassion & the Good Samaritan](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/compassion-the-good-samaritan/)
- [Christian Morals in an Immoral Age](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/christian-morals-in-an-immoral-asge/)
- [Spiritual Leadership](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spiritual-leadership/)
- [Unashamed](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/unashamed/)
- [Change Without Fear](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/change-without-fear/)
- [A Pharisee Worthy to Follow](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-pharisee-worthy-to-follow/)
- [A Generation Who Knows: Sexual Purity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-generation-who-knows-sexual-purity/)
- [The Glory of God's Word](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-glory-of-gods-word/)
- [A Generation Who Knows: Male Spiritual Leadership](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-generation-who-knows-male-spiritual-leadership/)
- [Behold Your Mother](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/behold-your-mother/)
- [A Generation Who knows: Instrumental Music](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-generation-who-knows-instrumental-music/)
- [Face to Face](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/face-to-face/)
- [A Generation Who Knows: Marriage & Divorce](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-generation-who-knows-marriage-divorce/)
- [Our House is a Very, Very, Very Fine House](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-house-is-a-very-very-very-fine-house/)
- [A Generation Who Knows: The Importance of Baptism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-generation-who-knows-the-importance-of-baptism/)
- [Restoring a Passion for Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/restoring-a-passion-for-evangelism/)
- [A Generation Who Knows: The Uniqueness of the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-generation-who-knows-the-uniqueness-of-the-church/)
- [Swine or Savior?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/swine-or-savior/)
- [A Generation Who Knows: The Inspiration of the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-generation-who-knows-the-inspiration-of-the-bible/)
- [Being the Best at Something](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/being-the-best-at-something/)
- [A Generation Who Knows: The Existence of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-generation-who-knows-the-existence-of-god/)
- [Pew Bibles and You](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/pew-bibles-and-you/)
- [The Importance of Preaching](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-importance-of-preaching/)
- [The Gospel and Manasseh](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-gospel-and-manasseh/)
- [Trivia Isn't Always Trivial](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/trivia-isnt-always-trivial/)
- [The Hand of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-hand-of-god-2/)
- [I Hate to Burst Your Bubble](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-hate-to-burst-your-bubble-2/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 11](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-11/)
- [Three Steps to Change](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/three-steps-to-change/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 10](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-10/)
- [I'm Warning You](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/im-warning-you/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 9](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-9/)
- [Restraining Our Madness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/restraining-our-madness/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 8](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-8/)
- [What I Need God to Say to Me](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-i-need-god-to-say-to-me/)
- [Merry Christmyths: More Than Just Bible Trivia](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/merry-christmyths-more-than-just-bible-trivia/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 7](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-7/)
- [Creating God in Our Image](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/creating-god-in-our-image/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 6](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-6/)
- [The Cross, the Crook, and the Crown](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-cross-the-crook-and-the-crown/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 5](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-5/)
- [Giving Thanks in Everything](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/giving-thanks-in-everything/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 4](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-4/)
- [Wrestling With God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/wrestling-with-god/)
- [Nadab & Abihu](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/nadab-abihu/)
- [Challenges to Christian Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/challenges-to-christian-living-2/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 3](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-3/)
- [Could You Prove You Are a Disciple?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/could-you-prove-you-are-a-disciple/)
- [Church Discipline](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/church-discipline/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken-part-2/)
- [Baptism by Immersion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/baptism-by-immersion/)
- [Heirs of Righteousness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/heirs-of-righteousness/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken Part 1](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/remember-the-words-spoken/)
- [Understanding the Heart of the Kingdom](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/understanding-the-heart-of-the-kingdom/)
- [What's On Your Bucket List?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/whats-on-your-bucket-list/)
- [What's With the "Holier Than Thou" Attitude?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/whats-with-the-holier-than-thou-attitude/)
- [Redigging the Wells](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/redigging-the-wells/)
- [Five Smooth Stones](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/five-smooth-stones/)
- [Every Scar Tells A Story](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/every-scar-tells-a-story/)
- [Please Don't Send Me to Africa](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/please-dont-send-me-to-africa/)
- [What Are Your Weapons of Choice?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-are-your-weapons-of-choice/)
- [Let Justice Roll down Like Waters](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/let-justice-roll-down-like-waters/)
- [Out of Exile](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/out-of-exile/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 10)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-10/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 9)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-9/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 8)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-8/)
- [What Therefore Is There For](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/therefore/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 7)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-7/)
- [Direction or Perfection?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/direction-or-perfection/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 6)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-6/)
- [COVID 19: Sign of the Times?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/covid-19-sign-of-the-times/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 5)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-5/)
- [Because He Lives](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/because-he-lives/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 4)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-4/)
- [40 Days in the Wilderness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/40-days-in-the-wilderness/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 3)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-3/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 1)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-1/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible (Part 2)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible-part-2/)
- [Astonished at His Teaching](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/astonished-at-his-teaching/)
- [Allegiance to God's Word](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/allegiance-to-gods-word/)
- [I Do Not Count My Life Dear](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-do-not-count-my-life-dear/)
- [Challenging God With Foolish Questions](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/challenging-god-with-foolish-questions/)
- [Serve Like Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/serve-like-jesus/)
- [The Politics of Those Who Follow Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-politics-of-those-who-follow-jesus/)
- [Lay Aside Every Weight](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lay-aside-every-weight/)
- [Preaching Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/preaching-christ-2/)
- [The One Who Lifts Up My Head](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-one-who-lifts-up-my-head/)
- [Don't Blink or You'll Miss It!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/dont-blink-or-youll-miss-it/)
- [When One Breaks Rank: Church Discipline Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/church-discipline-part-2/)
- [When One Breaks Rank: Church Discipline Part 1](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/church-discipline-part-1/)
- [What is Faithfulness?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-is-faithfulness/)
- [When We Turn From Sin](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-we-turn-from-sin/)
- [Will You Help Me?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/will-you-help-me/)
- [At the Foot of the Cross](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/at-the-foot-of-the-cross-2/)
- [Will You Be the One?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/be-the-one/)
- [Bearing Fruit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/bearing-fruit-2/)
- [The Gardener](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-gardener/)
- [Faking It](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/faking-it/)
- [From One Backslider to Another](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/from-one-backslider-to-another/)
- [Reasons for Our Thankfulness #3](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reasons-for-thankfulness-3/)
- [Comparing David's Life & Our Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/comparing-davids-life-our-life/)
- [Reasons for Our Thankfulness #2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reasons-for-thankfulness-2/)
- [Reasons for Our Thankfulness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reasons-for-thankfulness/)
- [My Phylacteries](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/my-phylactery/)
- [My "Achan" Heart](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/my-achan-heart/)
- [Christianity Can Help](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/christianity-can-help/)
- [What Does Faith Look Like?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-does-faith-look-like/)
- [Think on These Things](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/think-on-these-things/)
- [He Knows My Name](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/he-knows-my-name/)
- [Busy Here and There](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/busy-here-and-there/)
- [False Confidence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/false-confidence/)
- [A Prepared Heart](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/prepare-your-heart/)
- [Why Do You Wait?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-do-you-wait/)
- [The Rejected Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-rejected-christ/)
- [The Nature of Sin](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-nature-of-sin/)
- [Raising Godly Children](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/raising-godly-children/)
- [Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/blessed-assurance-jesus-is-mine/)
- [Moved, Removed, and Unmoved](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/moved-removed-and-unmoved/)
- [The Greater Question](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-greater-question/)
- [Reasons to Trust God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reasons-to-trust-god/)
- [The 7 Churches of Asia Minor: Laodicea](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/study-of-the-7-churches-of-asia-minor-laodicea/)
- [A Call to Holiness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-call-to-holiness/)
- [What We Can Expect in Heaven](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-we-can-expect-in-heaven/)
- [The 7 Churches of Asia: Philadelphia](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/study-of-the-7-churches-of-asia-minor-philadelphia/)
- [Embrace the Mystery](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/embrace-the-mystery/)
- [For Their Sakes](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/for-their-sakes/)
- [Is One Church As Good As Another?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/is-one-church-as-good-as-another/)
- [The 7 Churches of Asia: Sardis](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/study-of-the-7-churches-of-asia-minor-sardis/)
- [The Gospel in 5 Seconds](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-gospel-in-5-seconds/)
- [The 7 Churches of Asia: Thyatira](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/study-of-the-7-churches-of-asia-minor-thyatira/)
- [Study of the 7 Churches of Asia Minor: Pergamos](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/study-of-the-7-churches-of-asia-minor-pergamos/)
- [His Mercies Never End](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/his-mercies-never-end/)
- [The 7 Churches of Asia Minor: Smyrna](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/study-of-the-7-churches-of-asia-minor-smyrna/)
- [I Missed It!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-missed-it/)
- [Sin's Challenge](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sins-challenge/)
- [The 7 Churches of Asia Minor: Ephesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/study-of-the-7-churches-of-asia-minor-ephesus/)
- [Danger In Delay](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/danger-in-delay/)
- [This World Is Not My Home](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/this-world-is-not-my-home/)
- [Sackcloth Underneath](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sackcloth-underneath/)
- [Identity Theft](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/identity-theft/)
- [The Hermeneutic of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-hermeneutic-of-jesus/)
- [The Connecting Thread of Influence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-connecting-thread-of-influence/)
- [Sailing the 7 C's of Marriage](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sailing-the-7-cs-of-marriage/)
- [Do the Right Thing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/do-the-right-thing/)
- [The Misunderstood Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-misunderstood-jesus/)
- [Simple Christianity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/simple-christianity/)
- [What's Wrong With the church of Christ?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/whats-wrong-with-the-church-of-christ/)
- [When the Faithful Are Fearful](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-the-faithful-are-fearful/)
- [Spiritual Growth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spiritual-growth/)
- [Biting & Devouring One Another](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/biting-and-devouring-one-another/)
- [How to Overcome Besetting Sins](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-overcome-besetting-sins/)
- [Biblical Authority](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/biblical-authority/)
- [The Church of Tomorrow](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-church-tomorrow/)
- [Being a Christian](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/being-a-christian/)
- [Full of Grace & Truth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/full-of-grace-truth/)
- [God Reigns](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/god-reigns/)
- [Preach the Word](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/preach-the-word/)
- [Naaman's Folly](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/naamans-folly/)
- [Out of Darkness & Into the Light](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/out-of-the-darkness-and-into-the-light/)
- [Wash One Another's Feet](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/wash-one-anothers-feet/)
- [How to Be a Better Bible Student](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-be-a-better-bible-student/)
- [Imitate Who?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/imitate-who/)
- [Idolatry Then and Now](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/idolatry-then-and-now/)
- [Grace Exemplified](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/grace-exemplified/)
- [The State of the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-state-of-the-church/)
- [Oh, Yes You Will!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/oh-yes-you-will/)
- ["Nots" Which Cannot Be Untied](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/nots-which-cannot-be-untied/)
- [God So Loved the World](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/god-so-loved-the-world/)
- [Authentic Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/authentic-living/)
- [Mary's First Communion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/marys-first-communion/)
- [Grief & Glory](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/grief-and-glory/)
- [The Three Bears of Galatians 6](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-three-bears-of-galatians/)
- [The Soul's Sole Desire](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-souls-sole-desire/)
- [Overshadowed Truths](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/overshadowed-truths/)
- [Suppose You're Wrong](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/suppose-you-are-wrong/)
- [Ichabod & Ebenezer](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/ichabod-and-ebenezer/)
- [Increase Our Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/increase-our-faith/)
- [Grace In the Garden](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/grace-in-the-garden/)
- [When You Have Doubts](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-you-have-doubts/)
- [A Person After God's Own Heart](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-person-after-gods-own-heart/)
- [Run Toward the Roar](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/run-toward-the-roar/)
- [The Depths of the Riches of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-depths-of-the-riches-of-god/)
- [One of the Greatest ComplimentsGod Ever Gave to a Man](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/one-of-the-greatest-compliments-god-gave-a-man/)
- [Put Your Hand to the Plow](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/put-your-hand-to-the-plow/)
- [Forgiveness Exemplified: Joseph](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/joseph-and-forgiveness-2/)
- [6 Prayers Never Prayed... Well, Almost Never](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/six-prayers-never-prayed-well-almost/)
- [Inside the Mind of the Wicked](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/inside-the-mind-of-the-wicked/)
- [Discovering Hidden Treasure](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/discovering-hidden-treasure/)
- [Intentional Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/intentional-living/)
- [With All Your Strength](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/with-all-your-strength/)
- [The Price of Victory](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-price-of-victory/)
- [Common Responses to Being Wrong](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/common-responses-to-being-wrong/)
- [It Is Good to Be Here](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/it-is-good-to-be-here/)
- [Homecoming](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/homecoming/)
- [The Church Isn't a Denomination](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-church-isnt-a-denomination/)
- [What to Do When Surrounded](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-to-do-when-surrounded/)
- [Young men's lessons - evening service](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/young-mens-lessons-evening-service/)
- [Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/evangelism/)
- [Won't You Be My Neighbor?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/wont-you-be-my-neighbor/)
- [Lessons From the Limited Commission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lessons-from-the-limited-commission/)
- [The Bible and the Future](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-bible-and-the-future/)
- [Go Ye Means Go Me](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/go-ye-means-go-me/)
- [A Survey of Romans 1-3](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-survey-of-romans-1-3/)
- [Lord, Make Me a Servant](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lord-make-me-a-servant/)
- [When God Laughs](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-god-laughs/)
- [Sin's Deception](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sins-deception/)
- [Attention Please!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/attention-please/)
- [There is Water in the Plan](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/there-is-water-in-the-plan/)
- [Why Worship?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-worship-2/)
- [Dealing With Change](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/dealing-with-change/)
- [Jesus' Last Words to Us](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-last-words-to-us/)
- [Don't Forget: Lessons From Galatians 6](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/dont-forget-lessons-from-galatians-6/)
- [Best Day Ever](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/best-day-ever/)
- [A Little Dab Won't Do You](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-little-dab-wont-do-you-2/)
- [When Will Jesus Return?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-will-jesus-return/)
- [Righteousness Never Prevails](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/righteousness-never-prevails/)
- [Boast in the Cross](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/boast-in-the-cross-2/)
- [Have You Ever Saved a Soul?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/have-you-ever-saved-a-soul/)
- [I Am Judas](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-judas/)
- [What a Church Should Be](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-a-church-should-be/)
- [Christianity Makes You a Better Person](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/christianity-makes-you-a-better-persoin/)
- [Why Do Good People Have Bad Children?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-do-good-people-have-bad-children/)
- [Are You Sure You’re Saved?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/assurance-of-salvation/)
- [The Gospel According to a Young Girl](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-gospel-according-to-a-young-girl/)
- [Passing the Baton](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/passing-the-baton/)
- [The Hand of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-hand-of-god/)
- [A Template For Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-template-for-salvation/)
- [A Holier Than Thou Attitude](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-holier-than-thou-attitude/)
- [The Value of Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-value-of-faith-2/)
- [A Tool In God's Providence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-tool-in-gods-providence/)
- [Stubborness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/stubborness/)
- [Is Islam the True Way to God?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/is-islam-the-true-way-to-god/)
- [What if Someone Never Taught Me the Gospel?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-if-someone-never-taught-me-the-gospel/)
- [Pursue Encouragement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/pursue-encouragement/)
- [Assurance and Effort](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/assurance-and-effort/)
- [A Wonderful Opportunity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-wonderful-opportunity/)
- [What Have I Done to You?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-have-i-done-to-you/)
- [Did You Get What You Expected?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/did-you-get-what-you-expected/)
- [Mad Like Paul](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/mad-like-paul/)
- [What More Do We Need?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-more-do-we-need/)
- [Wise Men Still Worship Him](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/wise-men-still-worship-him/)
- [A Man Who Never Heard of the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-man-who-never-heard-of-the-bible/)
- [Lost & Found](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lost-found/)
- [Lessons From the Tomb](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lessons-from-the-tomb/)
- [The Blind Can See](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-blind-can-see/)
- [Open Our Eyes](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/open-our-eyes/)
- [Can You Find The Church in Corinth?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/can-you-find-the-church-in-corinth/)
- [Are You Willing to Pay the Price?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/are-you-willing-to-pay-the-price/) - A sermon about Zacchaeus
- [Does Zeal Consume You?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/does-zeal-consume-you/)
- [Reformation and Restoration](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reformation-and-restoration/)
- [Jesus is Lord](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-is-lord/)
- [Reason to Rejoice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reason-to-rejoice/)
- [None of These Things Move Me](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/none-of-these-things-move-me/)
- [The Servant Who Got No Respect](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-servant-who-got-no-respect/)
- [Unbelieving Believers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/unbelieving-believers/)
- [He Is Coming](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/he-is-coming/)
- [Our Reception of the Gospel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-reception-of-the-gospel/)
- [You're In the Army Now](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/youre-in-the-army-now/)
- [More Than Meets the Eye](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/more-than-meets-the-eye/)
- [An Atmosphere For Growth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/an-atmosphere-for-growth/)
- [Babel Was Not All Babble](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/babel-was-not-all-babble/)
- [Approved of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/approved-of-god/)
- [What Must I Do To Be Lost?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-must-i-do-to-be-lost/)
- [Believing Better than We Behave](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/beliving-better-than-we-behave/)
- [The Importance of Context in Bible Study](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/understanding-the-bible-context/)
- [The People in Our Lives](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-people-in-our-lives/)
- [Now What Do I Do?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/now-what-do-i-do/)
- [Stand Firm](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/stand-firm/)
- [Of Course I Trust In God…Sort Of](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/of-course-i-trust-in-god-sort-of/)
- [Joseph: A Lesson on Guilt](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/joseph-a-study-of-guilt/)
- [God's Commission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/gods-commission-2/)
- [Who Am I? Non-Trivial Trivia](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/who-am-i/)
- [Elephants in the Church: Hell](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/elephants-in-the-church-hell/)
- [Elephants in the Church: Homosexuality](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/elephants-in-the-church-homosexuality/)
- [Are We Reading or Editing the Bible?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/are-we-reading-or-editing-the-bible/)
- [Elephants in the Church: Alcohol](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/elephants-in-the-church-alcohol/)
- [Lessons in Obedience: David and the Ark of the Covenant](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/david-and-the-ark-of-the-covenant/)
- [Outlive Yourself](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/outlive-yourself/)
- [Elephants in the Church: Pornography](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/elephants-in-the-church-pornography/)
- [Family Portraits](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/family-portraits/)
- [Elephants in the Church: Divorce](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/elephants-in-the-church-divorce/)
- [The Virtue of Patience](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/patience/)
- [Elephants in the Church: Modesty](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/elephants-in-the-church-modesty/)
- [An Unshakeable Kingdom](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/steve-higginbotham/)
- [The Elephant in the Church: Introduction](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-elephant-in-the-church-introduction/)
- [We are Family](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/we-are-family/)
- [Strengthening Our Hands for the Work](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/strengthening-our-hands-for-the-work/)
- [The Church is Like...](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-church-is-like/)
- [Forgive](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/forgive/)
- [Burn Your Oxen](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/burn-your-oxen/)
- [The Silence of Saturday](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-silence-of-saturday/)
- [Major Profit From the Minor Prophets: Zechariah & Malachi](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-zechariah-malachi/)
- [Rise Up and Build](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/rise-up-and-build/)
- [Things That Concern Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/things-that-concern-jesus/)
- [Major Profit From the Minor Prophets: Zephaniah & Haggai](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-zephaniah-haggai/)
- [Focused Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/focused-living/)
- [Major Profit from the Minor Prophets: Nahum & Habakkuk](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-nahum-habakkuk/)
- [Hope As An Anchor for the Soul](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hope-as-an-anchor-for-the-soul/)
- [Major Profit from the Minor Prophets: Micah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-micah/)
- [They Begged Him](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/they-begged-him/)
- [How Can I Forgive?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-can-i-forgive/)
- [Major Profit From the Minor Prophets: Jonah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-jonah/)
- [What's Your Legacy Going to Be?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-is-your-legacy-going-to-be/)
- [Major Profit From the Minor Prophets: Obadiah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-obadiah/)
- [Shakespeare & Christianity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/shakespeare-christianity/)
- [How We Can Help the Grieving](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-we-can-help-the-grieving/)
- [What Jesus Teaches Us About Grief and Loss](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-jesus-teaches-us-about-grief-and-loss/)
- [Major Profit From the Minor Prophets: Amos](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-amos/)
- [Can We Trust the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/can-we-trust-the-bible/)
- [Where is My Giant?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/where-is-my-giant/)
- [Major Profit From the Minor Prophets: Joel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-joel/)
- [The Day Jesus Returned](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-day-jesus-returned/)
- [Major Profit From the Minor Prophets: Hosea](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets-hosea/)
- [Why Do You Like It That Way?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-do-you-like-it-that-way/)
- [Postcards From Heaven: 2 John](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/postcards-from-heaven-2-john/)
- [Why It's Hard to Love Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-its-hard-to-love-jesus/)
- [Postcards From Heaven: Jude](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/postcards-from-heaven-jude/)
- [Lost and Found](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lost-and-found/)
- [Postcards From Heaven: Philemon](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/postcards-from-heaven-philemon/)
- [The Good Shepherd](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-good-shepherd-2/)
- [Just Like Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/just-like-jesus/)
- [A Tale of Three Men](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-tale-of-three-men/)
- [God Is in the Interruptions](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/god-is-in-the-interruptions/)
- [Adventures in Preaching](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/adventures-in-preaching/)
- [Appreciating Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/appreciating-jesus/)
- [Blessed](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/blessed/)
- [The Christian & the Government](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-christian-and-the-government/)
- [Haunted By Regret](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/haunted-by-regret/)
- [The "I Am" Statements of Paul](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-i-am-statements-of-paul/)
- [Why Seek the Living Among the Dead?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-seek-the-living-among-the-dead/)
- [The Prototype of False Religion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-prototype-of-false-religion/)
- [The Cross of Calvary](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-cross-of-calvary/)
- [The Bible is Sufficient](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-bible-is-sufficient/)
- [Spirits in Prison](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/spirits-in-prison-2/)
- [How to Stop Backsliding](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-stop-backsliding/)
- [How We Can Reflect Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-we-can-reflect-jesus/)
- [How to Receive Criticism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-receive-criticism/)
- [Of Demons and Men](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/of-demons-and-men/)
- [How to Offer Criticism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-give-criticism/)
- [Swallowed Up In Jonah: Overlooked Lessons from the Book of Jonah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/swallowed-up-in-jonah/)
- [The Bookends of Romans](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-bookends-of-romans/)
- [Have Mercy on Me!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/have-mercy-on-me/)
- [The Great Omission Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-great-omission-part-2/)
- [The Great Omission Part 1](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-great-omission-part-1/)
- [The Judgment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-judgment/)
- [This is the Place](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/this-is-the-place-2/)
- [Questions Concerning Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-concerning-salvation/)
- [Unfinished Business: Racism & Justice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/unfinished-business-a-lesson-on-racism/)
- [Questions Concerning Marriage](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/your-questions-concerning-marriage/)
- [God's Call](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/gods-call/)
- [Questions Concerning Death](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/your-questions-concerning-the-state-of-the-dead/)
- [Can a Christian Fall From Grace? Are We Predestined?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/your-questions-can-a-christian-fall-from-grace-are-we-predestined/)
- [Our Father Loves](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-father-loves/)
- [Our Father Leads](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-father-leads/)
- [Why Don’t We Use Musical Instruments In Worship?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/your-questions-instrumental-music-in-worship/)
- [Our Father Listens](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/our-father-listens/)
- [When Being Good Isn’t Good Enough](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-good-isnt-good-enough/)
- [Is There a Hell? What About Angels and Demons?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/your-questions-is-there-a-hell-what-about-angels-and-demons/)
- [Unlikely Heroes: Ebed-Melech](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/unlikely-heroes-ebed-melech/)
- [The Genealogy of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-genealogy-of-jesus/)
- [What is Church Discipline? Does it Matter Where You Go to Church?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/you-pick-the-sermon-does-it-matter-what-church-you-belong-to-and-church-discipline/)
- [Unlikely Heroes: The Men Who Let Paul Down In A Basket](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/unlikely-heroes-those-who-lowered-paul-in-the-basket/)
- [Unlikely Heroes: Paul's Nephew](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/unlikely-heroes-pauls-nephew/)
- [Mary, the Mother of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/mary-the-mother-of-jesus/)
- [Questions About the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-about-the-church/)
- [The Greatest Commandment in the Book of Romans](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-greatest-commandment-in-the-book-of-romans/)
- [Does Your Church Have Too Many Old People?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/does-your-church-have-too-many-old-people/)
- [The Elements Will Melt](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-elements-will-melt/)
- [The Myth of More](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-myth-of-more/)
- [The Root of All Kinds of Evil: Suspicion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-root-of-all-kinds-of-evil-suspicion/)
- [Four Important Days in History](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/four-important-days-in-history/)
- [The Word of the Lord Came a Second Time](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-word-of-the-lord-came-a-second-time/)
- [To What Shall We Liken a Disciple?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/to-what-shall-we-liken-a-disciple/)
- [The Power of Providence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-power-of-providence/)
- [Irritated By Jesus?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/irritated-by-jesus/)
- [Without Holiness No One Will See the Lord](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/without-holiness-no-one-will-see-the-lord/)
- [Why Does God Look On?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-does-god-look-on/)
- [God Is Not Safe, But He Is Good](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/god-is-not-safe-but-he-is-good/)
- [Five Views of Mark 16:16](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/five-views-of-mark-1616/)
- [60 Minutes With God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/60-minutes-with-god/)
- [Taking Jesus As He Is](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/taking-jesus-as-he-is/)
- [Do I Need to Be Baptized Again?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/do-i-need-to-be-baptized-again/)
- [What We Are Against](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-we-are-against/)
- [What We Are For](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-we-are-for/)
- [Imperfect Followers of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/imperfect-followers-of-jesus/)
- [Fishers of Men](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/fishers-of-men/)
- [A Place of Refuge](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-place-of-refuge/)
- [Where Are You?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/where-are-you/)
- [Desire For Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/desire-for-jesus/)
- [I Hate to Burst Your Bubble](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-hate-to-burst-your-bubble/)
- [Sin's Weight](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sins-weight/)
- [Snapshots at the Cross](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/snapshots-at-the-cross/)
- [For Me, For Me?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/for-me-for-me/)
- [Things That Last](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/things-that-last/)
- [Squeezing the Most Out of the Scripture](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/squeezing-the-most-out-of-the-scripture/)
- [The Scribes' Might and the Widow's Mite](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-scribes-might-the-widows-mite/)
- [Four Reasons to Be Faithful](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-should-we-be-faithful/)
- [Tears In a Bottle](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/tears-in-a-bottle/)
- [Why Do We Worship?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-do-we-worship/)
- [Reaching the Lost](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/reaching-the-lost/)
- [And It Came to Pass](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/and-it-came-to-pass/)
- [The Curtain Lifted](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-curtain-lifted/)
- [Another Night With the Frogs](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/another-night-with-the-frogs/)
- [Maturity & the Spiritual Mind](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/maturity-the-spiritual-mind/)
- [Christ's Death Instituted the New Covenant](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/christs-death-instituted-the-new-covenant/)
- [What Happens When Jesus Comes to Your Home?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-if-jesus-came-to-your-home/)
- [Life Lessons](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/life-lessons/)
- [Jesus Loves the Little Children](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-loves-the-little-children/)
- [Family Glory](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/family-glory/)
- [Conversion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/conversion/)
- [Helping Without Hurting](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/helping-without-hurting/)
- [The Hidden Truth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/hidden-truth/)
- [Sinner to Saint](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sinner-to-saint/)
- [Summer Has Ended and We Are Not Saved](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/summer-has-ended-and-we-are-not-saved/)
- [Jesus Marveled!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-marveled/)
- [The One Not Chosen](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-one-not-chosen/)
- [Skeletons In God’s Closet?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/skeleton-in-gods-closet/)
- [The Greatest Man to Ever Live](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-greatest-man-to-ever-live/)
- [Jesus Does All Things Well](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-does-all-things-well-2/)
- [Why the Bible?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-the-bible/)
- [Weightier Matters](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/weightier-matters/)
- [Why Praise God?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-praise-god/)
- [Seven Deadly Virtues Part 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/seven-deadly-virtues-part-2/)
- [Seven Deadly Virtues Part 1](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/seven-deadly-virtures-part-1/)
- [Lies Told in Church: God Views All Sin the Same](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lies-told-in-church-god-views-all-sin-the-same/)
- [If the Foundations Be Destroyed](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/if-the-foundations-be-destroyed/)
- [Sins of Saints](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sins-of-saints/)
- [Why Be a Christian?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-be-a-christian/)
- [Just Christians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/just-christians/)
- [Jesus Among the Sects](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/jesus-among-the-sects/)
- [Get Real](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/get-real/)
- [Do This In Remembrance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/do-this-in-remembrance/)
- [What We Owe Each Other](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-we-owe-each-other/)
- [The Battle Is the Lord's](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-battle-is-the-lords/)
- [Are You My Mother?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/are-you-my-mother/)
- [Lessons From Aeropagus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/lessons-from-aeropagus/)
- [A Soft Answer](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/a-soft-answer/)
- [Slow Down and Read It Again](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/slow-down-and-read-it-again/)
- [Preaching Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/preaching-christ/)
- [All I Need to Know I Learned From My Children](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/all-i-need-to-know-i-learned-from-my-children/)
- [Magnifying Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/magnifying-jesus/)
- [This Will Be On the Test](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/this-will-be-on-the-test/)
- [Four Things I Need to Hear God Say](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/four-things-i-need-to-hear-god-say/)
- [Doom, Despair, & Agony on Me!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/doom-despair-agony/)
- [Credit the Assist](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/credit-the-assist/)
- [Sacred Cow Tipping](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/sacred-cow-tipping/)
- [You Have to Believe It to See It](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/believing-is-seeing/)
- [Why Israel Fell](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-israel-fell/)
- [Be Still & Know That I Am God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/be-still-and-know-that-i-am-god/)
- [Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/will-the-real-jesus-please-stand-up/)
- [It's a Miracle! Or Is It?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/its-a-miracle-or-is-it/)
- [Roots](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/roots/)
- [When God Is Late](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/when-god-is-late/)
- [Grace Anatomy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/grace-anatomy/)
- [Cure for the Common Christian](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/cure-for-the-common-christian/)
- [The Most Misunderstood Page in the Bible](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-most-misunderstood-page-in-the-bible/)
- [Maintaining Our Focus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/maintaining-our-focus/)
- [Challenges to Christian Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/challenges-to-christian-living/)
- [Church Shopping?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/church-shopping/)
- [Wounded But Not Defeated](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/wounded-but-not-defeated/)
- [Unexpected Commands](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/unexpected-commands/)
- [Priorities](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/pauls-priorities/)
- [If Jesus Couldn't, Why Do We Think We Can?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/if-jesus-couldnt-why-do-we-think-we-can/)
- [You Don't Have to Be One of the Wise Men to See...](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/you-dont-have-to-be-one-of-the-wise-men-to-see/)
- [Four Great Losses](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/four-great-losses/)
- [Worship Wars](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/worship-wars/)
- [How to End Wars](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/how-to-end-wars/)
- [Habakkuk: From Doubt To Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/habakkuk-from-doubt-to-faith/)
- [Why Me?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/why-me/)
- [The Thief On the Cross](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-thief-on-the-cross/)
- [Determining Right From Wrong](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/determining-right-from-wrong/)
- [The Apple of Eden](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-apple-of-eden/)
- [Open Doors](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/open-doors/)
- [The Beauty of His Nature](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-beauty-of-his-nature/)
- [Things That Go Bump in the Church 3](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/things-that-go-bump-in-the-church-part-3/)
- [The Fifth Gospel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-fifth-gospel/)
- [Things That Go Bump in the Church 2](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/things-that-go-bump-in-the-church-part-2/)
- [Questions God Asked Man](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/questions-god-asked-man/)
- [Things That Go Bump in the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/things-that-go-bump-in-the-church/)
- [Left Behind](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/left-behind/)
- [All I Really Need to Know I Learned at Home](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/all-i-really-need-to-know-i-learned-at-home/)
- [Test of Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/test-of-faith-2/)
- [Amazing Grace!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/amazing-grace-how-sweet-the-sound/)
- [What Opportunity Looks Like](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-opportunity-looks-like/)
- [Experiments In Christian Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/experiments-in-christian-living/)
- [The Providence of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/the-providence-of-god/)
- [I Once Was Blind](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-once-was-blind/)
- [What Will They Say?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/what-will-they-say/)
- [I Am Statements](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-am-statements/)
- [I Have Enlisted](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/i-have-enlisted/)
- [This is the Place!](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/this-is-the-place/)
- [Heaven is a Wonderful Place](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/heaven-is-a-wonderful-place/)

## Categories

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## Tags

- [church](https://karnschurch.org/tag/church/)
- [talk](https://karnschurch.org/tag/talk/)
- [work](https://karnschurch.org/tag/work/)
- [evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/tag/evangelism/)
- [faith](https://karnschurch.org/tag/faith/)
- [family](https://karnschurch.org/tag/family/)
- [prayer](https://karnschurch.org/tag/prayer/)
- [Thankfulness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/thankfulness/)
- [Patience](https://karnschurch.org/tag/patience/)
- [Persistence](https://karnschurch.org/tag/persistence/)
- [Trust](https://karnschurch.org/tag/trust/)
- [Change](https://karnschurch.org/tag/change/)
- [Outreach](https://karnschurch.org/tag/outreach/)
- [Forever His](https://karnschurch.org/tag/forever-his/)
- [Involvement](https://karnschurch.org/tag/involvement/)
- [Satan](https://karnschurch.org/tag/satan/)
- [Temptation](https://karnschurch.org/tag/temptation/)
- [Vigilance](https://karnschurch.org/tag/vigilance/)
- [Unity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/unity/)
- [gospel](https://karnschurch.org/tag/gospel/)
- [Steadfastness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/steadfastness/)
- [Lukewarmness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/lukewarmness/)
- [Persistance](https://karnschurch.org/tag/persistance/)
- [Faithfulness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/faithfulness/)
- [Blessings](https://karnschurch.org/tag/blessings/)
- [unbelief](https://karnschurch.org/tag/unbelief/)
- [belief](https://karnschurch.org/tag/belief/)
- [Dedication](https://karnschurch.org/tag/dedication/)
- [attendance](https://karnschurch.org/tag/attendance/)
- [priorities](https://karnschurch.org/tag/priorities/)
- [example](https://karnschurch.org/tag/example/)
- [resolutions](https://karnschurch.org/tag/resolutions/)
- [improvement](https://karnschurch.org/tag/improvement/)
- [speaking](https://karnschurch.org/tag/speaking/)
- [tongue](https://karnschurch.org/tag/tongue/)
- [resolve](https://karnschurch.org/tag/resolve/)
- [Forgiveness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/forgiveness/)
- [Forgive](https://karnschurch.org/tag/forgive/)
- [Love](https://karnschurch.org/tag/love/)
- [Kindness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/kindness/)
- [grief](https://karnschurch.org/tag/grief/)
- [grieving](https://karnschurch.org/tag/grieving/)
- [loss](https://karnschurch.org/tag/loss/)
- [death](https://karnschurch.org/tag/death/)
- [dying](https://karnschurch.org/tag/dying/)
- [widows](https://karnschurch.org/tag/widows/)
- [widowers](https://karnschurch.org/tag/widowers/)
- [music](https://karnschurch.org/tag/music/)
- [instrument](https://karnschurch.org/tag/instrument/)
- [authority](https://karnschurch.org/tag/authority/)
- [singing](https://karnschurch.org/tag/singing/)
- [Doctrine](https://karnschurch.org/tag/doctrine/)
- [Study](https://karnschurch.org/tag/study/)
- [Obedience](https://karnschurch.org/tag/obedience/)
- [Error](https://karnschurch.org/tag/error/)
- [Discipleship](https://karnschurch.org/tag/discipleship/)
- [Christian living](https://karnschurch.org/tag/christian-living/)
- [purpose](https://karnschurch.org/tag/purpose/)
- [memory](https://karnschurch.org/tag/memory/)
- [memorization](https://karnschurch.org/tag/memorization/)
- [Scripture](https://karnschurch.org/tag/scripture/)
- [Bible](https://karnschurch.org/tag/bible/)
- [talents](https://karnschurch.org/tag/talents/)
- [service](https://karnschurch.org/tag/service/)
- [diligence](https://karnschurch.org/tag/diligence/)
- [Southeast](https://karnschurch.org/tag/southeast/)
- [lectureship](https://karnschurch.org/tag/lectureship/)
- [fellowship](https://karnschurch.org/tag/fellowship/)
- [growth](https://karnschurch.org/tag/growth/)
- [learning](https://karnschurch.org/tag/learning/)
- [compassion](https://karnschurch.org/tag/compassion/)
- [care](https://karnschurch.org/tag/care/)
- [comfort](https://karnschurch.org/tag/comfort/)
- [Encouragement](https://karnschurch.org/tag/encouragement/)
- [Lovingkindness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/lovingkindness/)
- [War](https://karnschurch.org/tag/war/)
- [separation](https://karnschurch.org/tag/separation/)
- [worldliness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/worldliness/)
- [focus](https://karnschurch.org/tag/focus/)
- [warfare](https://karnschurch.org/tag/warfare/)
- [soldier](https://karnschurch.org/tag/soldier/)
- [lukewarm](https://karnschurch.org/tag/lukewarm/)
- [battle](https://karnschurch.org/tag/battle/)
- [maturity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/maturity/)
- [spitituality](https://karnschurch.org/tag/spitituality/)
- [habit](https://karnschurch.org/tag/habit/)
- [Wisdom](https://karnschurch.org/tag/wisdom/)
- [Self-control](https://karnschurch.org/tag/self-control/)
- [Speech](https://karnschurch.org/tag/speech/)
- [Proverbs](https://karnschurch.org/tag/proverbs/)
- [preaching](https://karnschurch.org/tag/preaching/)
- [preachers](https://karnschurch.org/tag/preachers/)
- [dancing](https://karnschurch.org/tag/dancing/)
- [prom](https://karnschurch.org/tag/prom/)
- [salvation](https://karnschurch.org/tag/salvation/)
- [self-denial](https://karnschurch.org/tag/self-denial/)
- [heart](https://karnschurch.org/tag/heart/)
- [God's promises](https://karnschurch.org/tag/gods-promises/)
- [serving](https://karnschurch.org/tag/serving/)
- [truth](https://karnschurch.org/tag/truth/)
- [first-century church](https://karnschurch.org/tag/first-century-church/)
- [early church](https://karnschurch.org/tag/early-church/)
- [New Testament church](https://karnschurch.org/tag/new-testament-church/)
- [helping others](https://karnschurch.org/tag/helping-others/)
- [spiritual growth](https://karnschurch.org/tag/spiritual-growth/)
- [loving God](https://karnschurch.org/tag/loving-god/)
- [Word of God](https://karnschurch.org/tag/word-of-god/)
- [pleasing God](https://karnschurch.org/tag/pleasing-god/)
- [self-assessment](https://karnschurch.org/tag/self-assessment/)
- [Psalm 1](https://karnschurch.org/tag/psalm-1/)
- [personal growth](https://karnschurch.org/tag/personal-growth/)
- [Politics](https://karnschurch.org/tag/politics/)
- [Voting](https://karnschurch.org/tag/voting/)
- [Elections](https://karnschurch.org/tag/elections/)
- [Gratitude](https://karnschurch.org/tag/gratitude/)
- [government](https://karnschurch.org/tag/government/)
- [complaining](https://karnschurch.org/tag/complaining/)
- [adversity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/adversity/)
- [opportunity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/opportunity/)
- [social media](https://karnschurch.org/tag/social-media/)
- [conversation](https://karnschurch.org/tag/conversation/)
- [words](https://karnschurch.org/tag/words/)
- [Christ-likeness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/christ-likeness/)
- [Evangelistic](https://karnschurch.org/tag/evangelistic/)
- [Persecution](https://karnschurch.org/tag/persecution/)
- [Parenting](https://karnschurch.org/tag/parenting/)
- [Children](https://karnschurch.org/tag/children/)
- [Teaching](https://karnschurch.org/tag/teaching/)
- [Commitment](https://karnschurch.org/tag/commitment/)
- [Light](https://karnschurch.org/tag/light/)
- [evangelist](https://karnschurch.org/tag/evangelist/)
- [minister](https://karnschurch.org/tag/minister/)
- [preacher](https://karnschurch.org/tag/preacher/)
- [pulpit](https://karnschurch.org/tag/pulpit/)
- [doubt](https://karnschurch.org/tag/doubt/)
- [Instruction](https://karnschurch.org/tag/instruction/)
- [letter of the law](https://karnschurch.org/tag/letter-of-the-law/)
- [spirit of the law](https://karnschurch.org/tag/spirit-of-the-law/)
- [Law](https://karnschurch.org/tag/law/)
- [Spirit](https://karnschurch.org/tag/spirit/)
- [commandments](https://karnschurch.org/tag/commandments/)
- [Baptism](https://karnschurch.org/tag/baptism/)
- [Sin](https://karnschurch.org/tag/sin/)
- [Knowledge](https://karnschurch.org/tag/knowledge/)
- [Evangelize](https://karnschurch.org/tag/evangelize/)
- [choice](https://karnschurch.org/tag/choice/)
- [choose](https://karnschurch.org/tag/choose/)
- [free will](https://karnschurch.org/tag/free-will/)
- [benevolence](https://karnschurch.org/tag/benevolence/)
- [needs](https://karnschurch.org/tag/needs/)
- [help](https://karnschurch.org/tag/help/)
- [deeds](https://karnschurch.org/tag/deeds/)
- [support](https://karnschurch.org/tag/support/)
- [Responsibility](https://karnschurch.org/tag/responsibility/)
- [Team](https://karnschurch.org/tag/team/)
- [Grateful](https://karnschurch.org/tag/grateful/)
- [Thanksgiving](https://karnschurch.org/tag/thanksgiving/)
- [Blessed](https://karnschurch.org/tag/blessed/)
- [Relationships](https://karnschurch.org/tag/relationships/)
- [Anger](https://karnschurch.org/tag/anger/)
- [distraction](https://karnschurch.org/tag/distraction/)
- [treaure](https://karnschurch.org/tag/treaure/)
- [decisions](https://karnschurch.org/tag/decisions/)
- [behavior](https://karnschurch.org/tag/behavior/)
- [review](https://karnschurch.org/tag/review/)
- [committment](https://karnschurch.org/tag/committment/)
- [Purity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/purity/)
- [Celebration](https://karnschurch.org/tag/celebration/)
- [Inspiration](https://karnschurch.org/tag/inspiration/)
- [time](https://karnschurch.org/tag/time/)
- [brotherhood](https://karnschurch.org/tag/brotherhood/)
- [righteousenss](https://karnschurch.org/tag/righteousenss/)
- [connection](https://karnschurch.org/tag/connection/)
- [Sincerity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/sincerity/)
- [Authenticity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/authenticity/)
- [Engage](https://karnschurch.org/tag/engage/)
- [teamwork](https://karnschurch.org/tag/teamwork/)
- [friends](https://karnschurch.org/tag/friends/)
- [friendship](https://karnschurch.org/tag/friendship/)
- [choices](https://karnschurch.org/tag/choices/)
- [influence](https://karnschurch.org/tag/influence/)
- [Godliness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/godliness/)
- [Holiness](https://karnschurch.org/tag/holiness/)
- [Trials](https://karnschurch.org/tag/trials/)
- [Suffering](https://karnschurch.org/tag/suffering/)
- [Reputation](https://karnschurch.org/tag/reputation/)
- [Gossip](https://karnschurch.org/tag/gossip/)
- [Golden Rule](https://karnschurch.org/tag/golden-rule/)
- [optimism](https://karnschurch.org/tag/optimism/)
- [pessimism](https://karnschurch.org/tag/pessimism/)
- [providence](https://karnschurch.org/tag/providence/)
- [negativity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/negativity/)
- [half full](https://karnschurch.org/tag/half-full/)
- [perspective](https://karnschurch.org/tag/perspective/)
- [half empty](https://karnschurch.org/tag/half-empty/)
- [positivity](https://karnschurch.org/tag/positivity/)
- [hope](https://karnschurch.org/tag/hope/)

## Service Types

- [Sunday AM](https://karnschurch.org/sermons//sunday-am/)
- [Sunday PM](https://karnschurch.org/sermons//sunday-pm/)
- [Wed PM](https://karnschurch.org/sermons//wed-pm/)
- [Gospel Meeting](https://karnschurch.org/sermons//gospel-meeting/)
- [Bible Class](https://karnschurch.org/sermons//bible-class/)
- [Seminar](https://karnschurch.org/sermons//seminar/)

## Series

- [Summer Series 2010](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/summer-series-2010/)
- [Lost in the Credits](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/lost-in-the-credits/)
- [Lectureship 2011](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/lectureship-2011/)
- [Glimpses in the Life of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/glimpses-in-the-life-of-jesus/)
- [Red Letter Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/red-letter-living/)
- [iBelieve](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/ibelieve/)
- [Beyond Nostalgia: Great Flannelgraph Stories](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/beyond-nostalgia/)
- [Praying for Reign](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/praying-for-reign/)
- [Reality from TV](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/reality-from-tv/)
- [DiscipleShift](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/discipleshift/)
- [Ripple Effect](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/ripple-effect/)
- [Things That Go Bump in the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/things-that-go-bump-in-the-church/)
- [Lies Told in Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/lies-told-in-church/)
- [Questions and Answers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/questions-and-answers/)
- [You Pick It; I’ll Preach It](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/you-pick-it-ill-preach-it/)
- [Unlikely Heroes](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/unlikely-heroes/)
- [Our Father](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/our-father/)
- [Postcards from Heaven](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/postcards-from-heaven/)
- [Major Profit from the Minor Prophets](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/major-profit-from-the-minor-prophets/)
- [Grief Workshop](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/grief-workshop/)
- [Elephants in the Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/elephants-in-the-church/)
- [Prove It (Summer Series)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/prove-it/)
- [What if Jesus Wrote a Letter to This Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/what-if-jesus-wrote-a-letter-to-this-church/)
- [Reasons for Thankfulness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/reasons-for-thankfulness/)
- [Missionary Reports](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/missionary-reports/)
- [Notes from the Margin of My Bible](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/notes-from-the-margin-of-my-bible/)
- [Remember the Words Spoken](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/remember-the-words-spoken/)
- [A Generation Who Knows](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/a-generation-who-knows/)
- [Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/turn-your-eyes-upon-jesus/)
- [I AM](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/i-am/)
- [Encounters with Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/encounters-with-jesus/)
- [Parables of Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/parables-of-grace/)
- [What Did Jesus Say About...](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/what-did-jesus-say-about/)
- [Speaking to One Another in Psalms](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/speaking-to-one-another-in-psalms/)
- [Why We Believe What We Believe (70th Homecoming)](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/why-we-believe-what-we-believe-70th-homecoming/)
- [Three Things About...](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/three-things-about/)
- [Spiritual Disciplines](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/spiritual-disciplines/)
- [Churches of Christ: Who Are These People?](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/churches-of-christ-who-are-these-people/)
- [Preparing for Loss Workshop](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/preparing-for-loss-workshop/)
- [The Ten Commandments](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/the-ten-commandments/)
- [One Family](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/one-family/)
- [Joy for the Journey: A Thematic Study of Philippians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/joy-for-the-journey/)
- [Song of Solomon Class](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/song-of-solomon-class/)
- [Hidden Truths](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/hidden-truths/)
- [Parenting Seminar](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/parenting-seminar/)
- [Renew Our Mission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_series=/renew-our-mission/)

## Speakers

- [Steve Higginbotham](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/steve-higginbotham/) - Steve Higginbotham was raised in Chester, WV. He and his wife, Kim, are the parents of four children: Kelli (husband Justin), Michael, Matthew (wife Claire) and Anne Marie (husband Peyton). They also have two grandchildren, Xavier and Eleanor. Steve graduated from Freed-Hardeman University in 1984 (B.S. Bible). Prior to moving to Knoxville, Steve served as the pulpit minister in two congregations, one in West Virginia and the other in Kentucky. Steve presently serves as the preaching minister for the Karns congregation and also serves as an adjunct faculty member of the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies. Steve loves to write and has written several books and regularly contributes to several brotherhood publications. In addition to writing, Steve has been preaching full-time since 1984, and has preached in over 250 gospel meetings and lectureships in 22 states and has taught in 10 mission trips to foreign countries.
- [James Meadows](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/james-meadows/) - James Meadows (1930-2018) was born in Cuba, KY. In 1949 he graduated from Sedalia High School in Sedalia, KY, in 1955 from Freed-Hardeman University with an AA Degree, 1961-64 he did further work at Union University in Jackson, TN and in 1997 at the Theological University of America with a DM Degree. James had 62 years experience in preaching, local work in TN, KY and SC, meetings and lectures, radio and television. He was Director Emeritus of East TN School of Preaching and Missions (SEIBS), authored 42 Bible study books and mission work around the world.
- [David Pharr](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/david-pharr/)
- [Gary Hampton](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/gary-hampton/)
- [David Lipe](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/david-lipe/)
- [Spencer Clark](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/spencer-clark/)
- [Will Hanstein](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/will-hanstein/) - Will Hanstein is the Executive Director of the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies.
- [Donnie Iverson](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/donnie-iverson/)
- [Mark Hanstein](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/mark-hanstein/) - Mark Hanstein is the Dean of Academics at Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies.
- [Don Williams](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/don-williams/)
- [Ron Williams](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/ron-williams/)
- [Roy Lanier Jr.](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/roy-lanier-jr/)
- [Rod Rutherford](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/rod-rutherford/)
- [Hugh Fulford](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/hugh-fulford/)
- [Billy Smith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/billy-smith/)
- [Kirk Brothers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/kirk-brothers/)
- [Brett Rutherford](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/brett-rutherford/)
- [Michael Moon](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/michael-moon/)
- [Rick Harrison](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/rick-harrison/) - Rick Harrison is the Director of Development and a faculty member of the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies.
- [Mike Green](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/mike-green/) - Mike Green is the Dean of Students at Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies.
- [David Powell](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/david-powell/)
- [Christian Frans](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/christian-frans/)
- [Dean Miller](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/dean-miller/)
- [Westley Hazel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/westley-hazel/)
- [Chris Jackson](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/chris-jackson/)
- [Daniel Salmon](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/daniel-salmon/)
- [Don Iverson](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/don-iverson/)
- [Lovell Hayes](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/lovell-hayes/)
- [Bill Watkins](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/bill-watkins/)
- [Will Kirby](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/will-kirby/)
- [Bohdan Riaboshapka](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/bohdan-riaboshapka/)
- [Kevin Cain](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/kevin-cain/)
- [Mike Hixson](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/mike-hixson/)
- [Dan Winkler](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/dan-winkler/)
- [Neal Pollard](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_speaker=/neal-pollard/)

## Topics

- [Work](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/work/)
- [Elders](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/elders/)
- [Afterlife](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/afterlife/)
- [Heaven](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/heaven/)
- [Hell](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/hell/)
- [Evangelism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/evangelism/)
- [Service](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/service/)
- [Hope](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/hope/)
- [Thanksgiving](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/thanksgiving/)
- [Church Discipline](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/church-discipline/)
- [Death](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/death/)
- [Estchatology](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/estchatology/)
- [Hades](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/hades/)
- [Male Leadership](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/male-leadership/)
- [Unity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/unity/)
- [Thief on the Cross](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/thief-on-the-cross/)
- [Faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/faith/)
- [Assurance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/assurance/)
- [Salvation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/salvation/)
- [Home](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/home/)
- [Eschatology](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/eschatology/)
- [Rapture](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/rapture/)
- [Suffering](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/suffering/)
- [Women's Leadership](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/womens-leadership/)
- [Worship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/worship/)
- [Lord's Supper](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lords-supper/)
- [Persecution](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/persecution/)
- [Benevolence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/benevolence/)
- [Justice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/justice/)
- [Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/love/)
- [Prayer](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prayer/)
- [Resolution](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/resolution/)
- [Tolerance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/tolerance/)
- [Children](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/children/)
- [Discipleship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/discipleship/)
- [Materialism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/materialism/)
- [Sinners](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sinners/)
- [Sin](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sin/)
- [Baptism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/baptism/)
- [Rebaptism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/rebaptism/)
- [Providence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/providence/)
- [Eternal Security](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/eternal-security/)
- [Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/grace/)
- [Divorce](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/divorce/)
- [Marriage](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/marriage/)
- [Pornography](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/pornography/)
- [Remarriage](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/remarriage/)
- [Racism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/racism/)
- [Adam & Eve](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/adam-eve/)
- [Garden of Eden](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/garden-of-eden/)
- [Prodigal Son](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prodigal-son/)
- [Minor Prophets](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/minor-prophets/)
- [Grief](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/grief/)
- [Inspiration](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/inspiration/)
- [Scripture](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/scripture/)
- [Forgiveness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/forgiveness/)
- [Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/church/)
- [Family](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/family/)
- [Modesty](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/modesty/)
- [Alcohol](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/alcohol/)
- [Homosexuality](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/homosexuality/)
- [Church Growth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/church-growth/)
- [Second Coming](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/second-coming/)
- [Birth of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/birth-of-jesus/)
- [Leadership](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/leadership/)
- [Islam](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/islam/)
- [Naaman](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/naaman/)
- [Parenting](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/parenting/)
- [Cross of Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/cross-of-christ/)
- [Endurance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/endurance/)
- [Satan](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/satan/)
- [Bible Study](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/bible-study/)
- [Preaching](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/preaching/)
- [Abraham](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/abraham/)
- [Fear](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/fear/)
- [Hermeneutics](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/hermeneutics/)
- [Interpretation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/interpretation/)
- [Influence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/influence/)
- [Angels](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/angels/)
- [Suffering Servant](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/suffering-servant/)
- [Priorities](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/priorities/)
- [MIssions](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/missions/)
- [Apologetics](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/apologetics/)
- [Existence of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/existence-of-god/)
- [God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/god/)
- [Bible](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/bible/)
- [Instrumental Music](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/instrumental-music/)
- [Gender Roles](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gender-roles/)
- [Men](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/men/)
- [Purity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/purity/)
- [Sexuality](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sexuality/)
- [Parables](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/parables/)
- [Fasting](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/fasting/)
- [spiritual disciplines](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/spiritual-disciplines/)
- [Holy Spirit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/holy-spirit/)
- [Degrees of Punishment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/degrees-of-punishment/)
- [Suicide](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/suicide/)
- [Day of Judgement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/day-of-judgement/)
- [Happiness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/happiness/)
- [Sins](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sins/)
- [Adultery](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/adultery/)
- [Denominations](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/denominations/)
- [Fornication](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/fornication/)
- [Bishops](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/bishops/)
- [Eldership](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/eldership/)
- [Pastors](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/pastors/)
- [Shepherds](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/shepherds/)
- [Christlike](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/christlike/)
- [Christlikeness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/christlikeness/)
- [Disciple](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disciple/)
- [Follower](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/follower/)
- [Attendance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/attendance/)
- [Dedication](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/dedication/)
- [Adam](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/adam/)
- [Gambling](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gambling/)
- [Gender](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gender/)
- [Lottery](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lottery/)
- [Solomon](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/solomon/)
- [Commission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/commission/)
- [Gospel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gospel/)
- [Outreach](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/outreach/)
- [Mental Illness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/mental-illness/)
- [Sunday](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sunday/)
- [Tattoos](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/tattoos/)
- [Denominationalism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/denominationalism/)
- [Doctrine](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/doctrine/)
- [Culture](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/culture/)
- [Evil](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/evil/)
- [Good](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/good/)
- [Morality](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/morality/)
- [Truth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/truth/)
- [Thankfulness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/thankfulness/)
- [Cohabitating](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/cohabitating/)
- [Creaiton](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/creaiton/)
- [Going Forward](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/going-forward/)
- [Living Together](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/living-together/)
- [The Invitation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/the-invitation/)
- [holy hands](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/holy-hands/)
- [Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/jesus/)
- [raiisng hands](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/raiisng-hands/)
- [Faithfulness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/faithfulness/)
- [anxiety](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/anxiety/)
- [Comfort](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/comfort/)
- [peace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/peace/)
- [worry](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/worry/)
- [Churches](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/churches/)
- [Authority](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/authority/)
- [Widowers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/widowers/)
- [Widowhood](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/widowhood/)
- [Widows](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/widows/)
- [patience](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/patience/)
- [waiting](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/waiting/)
- [Grieving](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/grieving/)
- [Loss](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/loss/)
- [Widow](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/widow/)
- [Widower](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/widower/)
- [Command](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/command/)
- [neighbor](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/neighbor/)
- [resurrection](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/resurrection/)
- [ability](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/ability/)
- [talent](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/talent/)
- [Hospitality](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/hospitality/)
- [Readiness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/readiness/)
- [Stewardship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/stewardship/)
- [Talents](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/talents/)
- [obedience](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/obedience/)
- [Sinner's Prayer](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sinners-prayer/)
- [Works](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/works/)
- [Dating](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/dating/)
- [Communion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/communion/)
- [Crucifixion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/crucifixion/)
- [Memorial](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/memorial/)
- [Guilt](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/guilt/)
- [Fathers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/fathers/)
- [Growth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/growth/)
- [Involvement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/involvement/)
- [New Christian](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/new-christian/)
- [New Convert](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/new-convert/)
- [Blessings](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/blessings/)
- [Angel of the Lord](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/angel-of-the-lord/)
- [Jesus Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/jesus-christ/)
- [Old Testament](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/old-testament/)
- [Perseverance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/perseverance/)
- [Attitude](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/attitude/)
- [Nations](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/nations/)
- [Omnipotence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/omnipotence/)
- [Power](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/power/)
- [Sovereignty](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sovereignty/)
- [United States](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/united-states/)
- [Anger](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/anger/)
- [Self-Control](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/self-control/)
- [Wrath](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/wrath/)
- [End times](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/end-times/)
- [Judgement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/judgement/)
- [Premillinialism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/premillinialism/)
- [withdrawal](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/withdrawal/)
- [Commitment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/committment/)
- [idolatry](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/idolatry/)
- [Defeat](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/defeat/)
- [Falling Away](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/falling-away/)
- [temptation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/temptation/)
- [worldliness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/worldliness/)
- [Teamwork](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/teamwork/)
- [Gift](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gfit/)
- [New Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/new-life/)
- [Apostasy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/apostasy/)
- [Reformation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/reformation/)
- [Restoration](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/restoration/)
- [Devil](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/devil/)
- [Paul](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/paul/)
- [Eternal Life](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/eternal-life/)
- [Law of Moses](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/law-of-moses/)
- [Compassion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/compassion/)
- [False Prophets](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/false-prophets/)
- [Prophecy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prophecy/)
- [Rest](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/rest/)
- [Sabbath](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sabbath/)
- [Brotherhood](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/brotherhood/)
- [Elect](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/elect/)
- [predestination](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/predestination/)
- [predestined](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/predestined/)
- [saved](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/saved/)
- [Government](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/government/)
- [leaders](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/leaders/)
- [political](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/political/)
- [politics](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/politics/)
- [Fellowship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/fellowship/)
- [Deceived](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/deceived/)
- [Testaments](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/testaments/)
- [Bible Translations](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/bible-translations/)
- [ESV](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/esv/)
- [King James Bible](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/king-james-bible/)
- [KJV](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/kjv/)
- [NASB](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/nasb/)
- [NKJV](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/nkjv/)
- [NLT](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/nlt/)
- [Theology](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/theology/)
- [Miracles](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/miracles/)
- [Life of Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/life-of-christ/)
- [Moses](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/moses/)
- [Wisdom](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/wisdom/)
- [Job](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/job/)
- [Adversity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/adversity/)
- [Giving](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/giving/)
- [Generosity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/generosity/)
- [Tithing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/tithing/)
- [Selflessness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/selflessness/)
- [Neighborliness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/neighborliness/)
- [Sacrifice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sacrifice/)
- [knowledge](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/knowledge/)
- [Opinion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/opinion/)
- [Belief](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/belief/)
- [Discouragement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/discouragement/)
- [Disblief](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disblief/)
- [Eternity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/eternity/)
- [Prepare](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prepare/)
- [Persistence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/persistence/)
- [Division](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/division/)
- [Plan](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/plan/)
- [doubt](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/doubt/)
- [courage](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/courage/)
- [dispute](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/dispute/)
- [disagreement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disagreement/)
- [problem](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/problem/)
- [delegation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/delegation/)
- [cooperation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/cooperation/)
- [Disbelief](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disbelief/)
- [Law](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/law/)
- [Commandments](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/commandments/)
- [Old Law](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/old-law/)
- [New Law](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/new-law/)
- [Mosaic Law](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/mosaic-law/)
- [New Testament](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/new-testament/)
- [Covenant](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/covenant/)
- [mission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/mission/)
- [Great Commission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/great-commission/)
- [Mercy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/mercy/)
- [Steadfastness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/steadfastness/)
- [Humility](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/humility/)
- [Contentment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/contentment/)
- [Rejoice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/rejoice/)
- [Spiritual Growth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/spiritual-growth/)
- [Partnership](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/partnership/)
- [Responsibility](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/responsibility/)
- [Citizenship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/citizenship/)
- [Nationalism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/nationalism/)
- [Think](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/think/)
- [Mindset](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/mindset/)
- [Deeds](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/deeds/)
- [Opportunity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/opportunity/)
- [Pattern](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/pattern/)
- [Zeal](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/zeal/)
- [Child](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/child/)
- [Song of Solomon](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/song-of-solomon/)
- [Lukewarmness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lukewarmness/)
- [Secrecy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/secrecy/)
- [Words of Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/words-of-christ/)
- [God's promises](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-promises/)
- [Response](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/response/)
- [Longsuffering](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/longsuffering/)
- [Words](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/words/)
- [Communication](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/communication/)
- [Steward](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/steward/)
- [Soldier](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/soldier/)
- [Athlete](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/athlete/)
- [Farmer](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/farmer/)
- [Vessel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/vessel/)
- [Servant](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/servant/)
- [Character](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/character/)
- [Values](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/values/)
- [Trust](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/trust/)
- [Reverence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/reverence/)
- [proof](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/proof/)
- [atonement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/atonement/)
- [evidence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/evidence/)
- [Body](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/body/)
- [Care](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/care/)
- [Provide](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/provide/)
- [Lovingkindness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lovingkindness/)
- [mothers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/mothers/)
- [motherhood](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/motherhood/)
- [Bishop](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/bishop/)
- [Papal](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/papal/)
- [Vicar](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/vicar/)
- [Pontiff](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/pontiff/)
- [Catholicism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/catholicism/)
- [Tradition](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/tradition/)
- [Elijah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/elijah/)
- [Identity of Jesus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/identity-of-jesus/)
- [Support](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/support/)
- [Reputation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/reputation/)
- [Righteousness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/righteousness/)
- [Trustworthiness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/trustworthiness/)
- [Reproach](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/reproach/)
- [Godly living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/godly-living/)
- [Victory](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/victory/)
- [Race](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/race/)
- [Prize](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prize/)
- [Steadfast](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/steadfast/)
- [Trophy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/trophy/)
- [Crown](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/crown/)
- [Winning](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/winning/)
- [Expectations](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/expectations/)
- [Adversary](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/adversary/)
- [Opposition](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/opposition/)
- [Conduct](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/conduct/)
- [Pride](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/pride/)
- [Deception](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/deception/)
- [Self-Examination](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/self-examination/)
- [Repentance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/repentance/)
- [Struggle](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/struggle/)
- [Shame](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/shame/)
- [Weakness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/weakness/)
- [Unworthiness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/unworthiness/)
- [Immorality](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/immorality/)
- [Loyalty](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/loyalty/)
- [Spiritual Warfare](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/spiritual-warfare/)
- [Trials](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/trials/)
- [problems](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/problems/)
- [discernment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/discernment/)
- [difficulty](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/difficulty/)
- [Failure](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/failure/)
- [Provision](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/provision/)
- [God's Presence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-presence/)
- [Complaining](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/complaining/)
- [False Doctrine](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/false-doctrine/)
- [Fruit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/fruit/)
- [Betrayal](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/betrayal/)
- [Heart](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/heart/)
- [Deceive](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/deceive/)
- [Lord](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lord/)
- [Preparation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/preparation/)
- [Expectation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/expectation/)
- [Preparedness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/preparedness/)
- [wealth](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/wealth/)
- [illness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/illness/)
- [promises](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/promises/)
- [Civics](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/civics/)
- [Duty](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/duty/)
- [President](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/president/)
- [Respect](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/respect/)
- [God's Care](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-care/)
- [Submission](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/submission/)
- [Protection](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/protection/)
- [Bitterness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/bitterness/)
- [Grudges](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/grudges/)
- [Cynical](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/cynical/)
- [Disgruntled](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disgruntled/)
- [Resentment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/resentment/)
- [Hostility](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/hostility/)
- [Isolation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/isolation/)
- [Loneliness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/loneliness/)
- [Redemption](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/redemption/)
- [Hopelessness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/hopelessness/)
- [God's Family](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-family/)
- [Kindness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/kindness/)
- [Holiness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/holiness/)
- [Dancing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/dancing/)
- [Prom](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prom/)
- [Responsibiity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/responsibiity/)
- [Choices](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/choices/)
- [Decisions](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/decisions/)
- [Know](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/know/)
- [Knowlege](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/knowlege/)
- [Seek](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/seek/)
- [Spirit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/spirit/)
- [Indwelling](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/indwelling/)
- [Guidance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/guidance/)
- [Witness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/witness/)
- [Mary](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/mary/)
- [Martha](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/martha/)
- [Procrastination](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/procrastination/)
- [Urgency](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/urgency/)
- [seek first the kingdom](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/seek-first-the-kingdom/)
- [Christian encouragement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/christian-encouragement/)
- [power of words](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/power-of-words/)
- [spiritual priorities](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/spiritual-priorities/)
- [Hospitable](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/hospitable/)
- [Sharing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sharing/)
- [God's Glory](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-glory/)
- [Awe](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/awe/)
- [brokeness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/brokeness/)
- [feeling](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/feeling/)
- [emotion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/emotion/)
- [Faith in action](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/faith-in-action/)
- [living faith](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/living-faith/)
- [Sinfulness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sinfulness/)
- [Deceit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/deceit/)
- [Lies](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lies/)
- [Disobeidence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disobeidence/)
- [Rebellion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/rebellion/)
- [Blame](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/blame/)
- [Seriousness of Sin](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/seriousness-of-sin/)
- [Israel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/israel/)
- [Kingdom](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/kingdom/)
- [praying](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/praying/)
- [Apathy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/apathy/)
- [Indifference](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/indifference/)
- [Unfaithfulness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/unfaithfulness/)
- [Foregiveness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/foregiveness/)
- [Baptize](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/baptize/)
- [Role of women](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/role-of-women/)
- [Thankkfulness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/thankkfulness/)
- [Gratitude](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gratitude/)
- [Fruit of the Spirit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/fruit-of-the-spirit/)
- [Vine](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/vine/)
- [Traditions](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/traditions/)
- [Manmade](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/manmade/)
- [Priest](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/priest/)
- [Priesthood](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/priesthood/)
- [Shepherd](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/shepherd/)
- [Glory of Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/glory-of-christ/)
- [Incarnation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/incarnation/)
- [Revelation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/revelation/)
- [Fulfillment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/fulfillment/)
- [Promise](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/promise/)
- [Kingship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/kingship/)
- [Allegiance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/allegiance/)
- [Identity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/identity/)
- [Rule](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/rule/)
- [Governance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/governance/)
- [Transformation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/transformation/)
- [Lordship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lordship/)
- [Action](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/action/)
- [Practice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/practice/)
- [Testing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/testing/)
- [Goals](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/goals/)
- [New Year](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/new-year/)
- [Reliability](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/reliability/)
- [Renewal](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/renewal/)
- [Relationship](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/relationship/)
- [Dying](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/dying/)
- [Shadows](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/shadows/)
- [Types](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/types/)
- [helping](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/helping/)
- [Bereaved](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/bereaved/)
- [Entertainment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/entertainment/)
- [Disciplehip](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disciplehip/)
- [Motivation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/motivation/)
- [upset](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/upset/)
- [unease](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/unease/)
- [distress](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/distress/)
- [revive](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/revive/)
- [rejuvenate](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/rejuvenate/)
- [purpose](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/purpose/)
- [repentence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/repentence/)
- [confession](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/confession/)
- [self-sacrifice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/self-sacrifice/)
- [compromise](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/compromise/)
- [disobedience](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disobedience/)
- [false teaching](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/false-teaching/)
- [Moraslity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/moraslity/)
- [Worldiness](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/worldiness/)
- [Abortion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/abortion/)
- [Relationships](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/relationships/)
- [Judgement Day](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/judgement-day/)
- [Cleansing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/cleansing/)
- [justification](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/justification/)
- [Honor](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/honor/)
- [Omnipresence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/omnipresence/)
- [all-knowing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/all-knowing/)
- [Presence of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/presence-of-god/)
- [Attributes of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/attributes-of-god/)
- [Nature of God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/nature-of-god/)
- [God’s Power](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-power/)
- [Understanding God](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/understanding-god/)
- [God's Love](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-love/)
- [Jesus' Sacrifice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/jesus-sacrifice/)
- [Evangelize](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/evangelize/)
- [Send](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/send/)
- [Go](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/go/)
- [Teach](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/teach/)
- [Lost](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lost/)
- [Good News](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/good-news/)
- [Teaching](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/teaching/)
- [judging](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/judging/)
- [conscience](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/conscience/)
- [Obey](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/obey/)
- [Surrender](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/surrender/)
- [Discipline](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/discipline/)
- [Dance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/dance/)
- [Sheep](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sheep/)
- [Psalm 23](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/psalm-23/)
- [God's protection](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-protection/)
- [Confidence](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/confidence/)
- [Skepticism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/skepticism/)
- [Conviction](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/conviction/)
- [Foundation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/foundation/)
- [Christian Living](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/christian-living/)
- [Becoming a Christian](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/becoming-a-christian/)
- [God's Grace](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/gods-grace/)
- [Strength](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/strength/)
- [Christ's Church](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/christs-church/)
- [Disciples](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/disciples/)
- [Glory](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/glory/)
- [Warnings](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/warnings/)
- [Questions](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/questions/)
- [Pharisees](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/pharisees/)
- [Sadducees](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/sadducees/)
- [Taxes](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/taxes/)
- [Messiah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/messiah/)
- [Christ](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/christ/)
- [Renew](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/renew/)
- [Revival](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/revival/)
- [Remembrance](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/remembrance/)
- [Prophecies](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prophecies/)
- [Prophets](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prophets/)
- [Prepared](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/prepared/)
- [Suspicion](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/suspicion/)
- [Judgemental](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/judgemental/)
- [Baptizing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/baptizing/)
- [Technology](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/technology/)
- [AI](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/ai/)
- [Ethics](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/ethics/)
- [Rich Man](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/rich-man/)
- [Lazarus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/lazarus/)
- [Uzzah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/uzzah/)
- [Ark of Covenant](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/ark-of-covenant/)
- [Immodesty](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/immodesty/)
- [Dress](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/dress/)
- [Pure](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/pure/)
- [Clothing](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/clothing/)
- [Restore](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/restore/)
- [Restoration Movement](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/restoration-movement/)
- [Christianity](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/christianity/)
- [Apostles](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/apostles/)
- [Acts](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/acts/)
- [Creeds](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/creeds/)
- [Catechism](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/catechism/)
- [Barton Stone](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/barton-stone/)
- [Cane Ridge](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/cane-ridge/)
- [Seeking](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/seeking/)
- [commit](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/commit/)
- [Cross](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/cross/)
- [Judgment](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/judgment/)
- [Unbelief](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/unbelief/)
- [Choice](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/choice/)
- [Thief](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/thief/)
- [Joy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/joy/)
- [Treasure](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_topics=/treasure/)

## Books

- [Philippians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/philippians/)
- [Galatians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/galatians/)
- [John](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/john/)
- [1 Timothy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/1-timothy/)
- [2 Timothy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/2-timothy/)
- [Philemon](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/philemon/)
- [Haggai](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/haggai/)
- [Zephaniah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/zephaniah/)
- [Matthew](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/matthew/)
- [1 Samuel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/1-samuel/)
- [2 Samuel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/2-samuel/)
- [Deuteronomy](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/deuteronomy/)
- [James](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/james/)
- [Psalms](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/psalms/)
- [2 Peter](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/2-peter/)
- [Ephesians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/ephesians/)
- [Luke](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/luke/)
- [Proverbs](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/proverbs/)
- [Mark](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/mark/)
- [Hebrews](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/hebrews/)
- [Ezra](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/ezra/)
- [Daniel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/daniel/)
- [Romans](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/romans/)
- [2 Corinthians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/2-corinthians/)
- [Exodus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/exodus/)
- [Colossians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/colossians/)
- [Joel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/joel/)
- [1 Thessalonians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/1-thessalonians/)
- [2 Chronicles](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/2-chronicles/)
- [1 Corinthians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/1-corinthians/)
- [1 Peter](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/1-peter/)
- [Joshua](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/joshua/)
- [2 Kings](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/2-kings/)
- [Titus](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/titus/)
- [Genesis](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/genesis/)
- [Jeremiah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/jeremiah/)
- [Revelation](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/revelation/)
- [Judges](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/judges/)
- [Isaiah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/isaiah/)
- [1 John](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/1-john/)
- [Numbers](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/numbers/)
- [Ecclesiastes](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/ecclesiastes/)
- [Lamentations](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/lamentations/)
- [Job](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/job/)
- [Acts](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/acts/)
- [1 Kings](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/1-kings/)
- [I Thessalonians](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/i-thessalonians/)
- [Ezekiel](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/ezekiel/)
- [Esther](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/esther/)
- [Song of Solomon](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/song-of-solomon/)
- [Hosea](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/hosea/)
- [Zechariah](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/zechariah/)
- [2 John](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/2-john/)
- [3 John](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/3-john/)
- [Jude](https://karnschurch.org/sermons/?sermon_book=/jude/)