Karns Church of Christ

A church in Knoxville, TN moving forward by going back to the Bible.

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We often mistake performance for participation. By elevating only the best voices, we risk devaluing those who aren't perfect. True community isn't about hitting every note; it’s about the value we place on every person involved. #Community #Inclusion

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The focus on a cappella worship stems from a commitment to biblical authority. The argument is simple: if scripture authorizes singing but remains silent on instrumentation, then singing alone is the path of obedience. Ever thought about this? #Worship #Theology

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Beauty is never a substitute for biblical authority. A cappella singing isn't defined by how good it sounds, but by what is authorized in Scripture. The standard for worship isn't aesthetic preference, but adherence to the Word. #Theology #Worship

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Struggling with lust? Accountability is key. Confess your faults to one another and pray for each other, not just in public settings, but in genuine, personal connection. True prayer and healing come from shared vulnerability. #Accountability #SpiritualGrowth

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David: man after God's own heart, yet succumbed to lust, murder. He wasn't defined by his sin, but by his faith. He failed, but he was more than his worst moments. #FaithJourney #BiblicalLessons

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Job 31:1 says to 'Make a covenant with your eyes.' Decide not to linger on what you see. You can't stop thoughts from flying over, but you can stop them from nesting. Choose to look away and take control of your mind. #Mindfulness #SelfControl

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Take every thought captive, whether it's anger, lust, or grudges. As Paul said, 'Think on these things' – whatsoever is true, pure, and good. You control your thoughts; reel them in when going in the wrong direction. #Mindfulness #ChristianLiving

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Don't be deceived: you cannot mock God. Whatever you sow, you shall reap. Sowing wild oats and praying for crop failure is a futile attempt to escape spiritual law. What you put out, you will get back. #SpiritualLaw #ReapWhatYouSow #Faith

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This world isn't our permanent home, but it IS our home for now. We're here to live, not just wait for the next life. Our citizenship is in heaven, but that doesn't mean we sit idle until then. Let's engage with the time we have here. #Faith #Purpose #Living

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Don't let the hope of heaven make your present actions irrelevant. While we anticipate Christ's return, we must actively live out our faith and understand that our current actions hold profound importance. #ChristianLife #FaithInAction

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True freedom in Christ isn't just about personal liberation; it's also about the responsibility to avoid causing harm or stumbling to other believers. #ChristianFreedom #Responsibility

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God's message is clear: be productive, build, grow, and find purpose in your present. While working towards a future hope, prepare the way for those who will come after. #PurposeDriven #FutureHope

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Sacrificial love means refraining from what you can do if it causes your brother or sister to stumble. It's about empathy and support, not showing off your own abilities. #Love #Empathy #Support

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What if courage failed? Stories of bravery, foresight, and wisdom could become tales of cowardice and self-preservation. True impact comes from caring for others, not just ourselves. #Courage #Empathy #Impact

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The Lord's Supper isn't just about the right actions; it's about remembering Jesus and His sacrifice. Obeying the purpose is as crucial as obeying the command. #Remembrance #Faith #ChristianLife

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What's celebrated today was once unspeakable. Just like in Jeremiah's time, people chose sin over God's word, hardening their hearts to His message to live as they pleased. #Sin #Christianity #GodsWord

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What should non-Christians do to be forgiven? They cried out, 'What shall we do?' Peter's answer: 'Repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. #Forgiveness #Christianity

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Some react with anger, not to man's laws, but to God's. Confronting sin, especially when it's incestuous and adulterous like Herod's, reveals a preference for palatable truths over conviction. When truth condemns, some check out. #SpiritualTruth #ConfrontingSin

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Do we only accept truths that comfort us? Or do we shut down when words of truth challenge or correct us? Be honest: Is your mind open to truth, or only when it feels good? #Truth #SelfReflection

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Some react strongly to the word 'homosexuality.' Churches face a choice: affirm, or hold to biblical teaching? 1 Corinthians 6 states 'But such were some of you... you can't continue in sin.' #Faith #Theology #Bible