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2020-08-15T11:31:43-05:00

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Fun: A Letter to West Franklin

Last updated on: August 15, 2020 at 11:31 am By Matt Pearson

West Franklin Family, I was reminded this week that Jesus is fun. He’s a blast to hang out with. He’s someone you actually desire and look forward to being with. Consider. . . “On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have no more wine.” (John 2:1-3) In New... Read more

Letters to West Franklin

2020-08-14T12:47:43-05:00

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Clarity: A Mid-Week Letter to West Franklin

Last updated on: August 14, 2020 at 12:47 pm By Matt Pearson

(Emailed to West Franklin members on August 12th, 2020) West Franklin Family, We are approaching the half year mark since the pandemic interrupted all of our lives in March. Needless to say, this has been one of the most trying seasons we have, collectively, experienced in a long time. And, as we all know, it is not going away any time soon. As I write, the college football season is looking less and less likely to happen (insert huge sobs... Read more

Letters to West Franklin

2020-08-08T11:18:09-05:00

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Funeral for Normal: A Letter to West Franklin

Last updated on: August 8, 2020 at 11:18 am By Matt Pearson

West Franklin Family, No one enjoys a funeral. No one gets excited about attending a funeral. No one is eager to get to the funeral home and delights in being around sad people. Due to the nature of my vocation, I have been to my fair share of funerals. Never once have I looked forward to one. I have been blessed by many of them. But never been eager to get there. Yet they are necessary. Critical. In a very... Read more

Letters to West Franklin

2020-08-01T12:15:36-05:00

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Daunting: A Letter to West Franklin

Last updated on: August 1, 2020 at 12:15 pm By Matt Pearson

West Franklin Family, Two very daunting things happened to me recently. First, I had an interaction with a dad who is being incredibly intentional with his family. He takes his job as being the spiritual leader seriously and, in my opinion, is doing a remarkable job. I was encouraged, challenged, and motivated all at the same time. Honestly, it was daunting. Second, we got the news that all Williamson County schools will be remote AT LEAST during the first two... Read more

Letters to West Franklin

2020-07-29T10:34:44-05:00

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Wearing Out

Last updated on: July 29, 2020 at 10:34 am By Matt Pearson

Depending on my mood, I can get into just about any kind of music. I definitely have my favorite genre’s and artists, but love (most) all types of music. There are a couple of artists and songs, however, I have been wearing out over the last several months. This new one by NeedToBreathe will blow your mind (and heart) – feast your soul on these lyrics: “Who Am I?” White lights and desperation Hard times and conversation No one should... Read more

General Challenge

2020-07-26T09:52:34-05:00

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Table Talk Questions – July 26th, 2020 – “Will the One Who Contends with the Almighty Correct Him?” Job

Last updated on: July 26, 2020 at 9:52 am By Matt Pearson

Questions for Family/Individual Do you know anyone who talks too much? When someone is talking all the time, what are they NOT doing? Have you heard many opinions about COVID-19? What are some of them? In Job 1 and 2, Job lost everything but his own life (children, houses, business, health, happy marriage, etc.). In Job 3-37, Job and all his friends share their opinions on what God was doing. All of them had wrong opinions. What does that reveal... Read more

Table Talk Questions

2020-07-25T11:58:38-05:00

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Kind: A Letter to West Franklin

Last updated on: July 25, 2020 at 11:58 am By Matt Pearson

West Franklin Family, There is a phrase from Titus 3 that I haven’t been able to shake. A word, really, rather than a phrase. I haven’t been able to shake it because I haven’t really really wanted to. “But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared...” (Titus 3:4) Isn’t it absolutely breathtaking that our God is kind? Seriously. Think about this with me. God is kind toward you. His thoughts toward you – right now – are... Read more

Letters to West Franklin

2020-07-19T09:51:21-05:00

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Table Talk Questions – June 19th, 2020 Sermon – “What Are You Doing Here, Elijah?”

Last updated on: July 19, 2020 at 9:51 am By Matt Pearson

Questions for Family Discussion: **If you are able, reading the entire story of Elijah is fascinating. You may want to take a couple of days to do so with your family. 1 Kings 17-19; 2 Kings 1-2 1.What are some things that cause you to be down in the dumps? 2.Have there been times during COVID-19 that have caused you to be depressed (sad, bored, lonely, angry, frustrated)? Why do you think that is? 3.Does God ever make fun of... Read more

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2020-07-18T10:10:06-05:00

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Remember: A Letter to West Franklin

Last updated on: July 18, 2020 at 10:10 am By Matt Pearson

West Franklin Family, For years after my paternal grandfather died, suddenly – without warning – in a boating accident while fishing, my grandmother kept a picture of her husband of over 50 years beside her bed. I never asked her why, but I imagine because she was scared to death of forgetting. I imagine a terror in her soul that she might go a day or a week or a short season when she didn’t think about him. To be... Read more

Letters to West Franklin

2020-07-12T10:19:19-05:00

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Table Talk Questions – July 12th, 2020 Sermon – “Do You Have Any Right to be Angry?” (Jonah 4:4, 9)

Last updated on: July 12, 2020 at 10:19 am By Matt Pearson

Questions to Ask With Your Family: What is your favorite part about the story of Jonah? Why was Jonah so angry? What are some things that make you angry? Why do you think they make you angry? Do you believe Jesus knows what He’s doing? Do you believe God’s love is big enough for the whole world? How should we pray today? More In-Depth Questions to Ask with a Group: Name a time you found yourself getting really angry... Read more

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