September 15, 2024

The Power of Kindness

Teacher: Dr. Mark Foster

Series: 50 Days of Kindness

Passage: Micah 6:8-9

Service Type: Acts 2

The U.S. Presidential election is 50 days away, and the atmosphere is anything but kind. Yet even small acts of kindness can make a significant difference in our communities. This election season, let’s campaign for kindness!

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Scott Hamilton on October 29, 2024 at 7:39 pm

I was greatly encouraged by your part in the article in The Oklahoman this week.
The 50 Days of Kindness theme is good stuff.
Thanks for the refresher during this tense political season.
Sincerely
Pastor Scott Hamilton
First Baptist Church
Asher, OK
Rev. Brandon Blacksten on October 29, 2024 at 9:54 pm

Thanks, Pastor Scott! We’re glad you appreciated the sermon series!

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