Faith Focus: "A Spiritual Solution to a Physical Problem" by Matt Shaw

First Presbyterian Church, Clarksville, TN

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Faith Focus: "A Spiritual Solution to a Physical Problem" by Matt Shaw

January 31, 2024 • Matt Shaw • James 2:26

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Matt Shaw discusses the methodology behind Alcoholics Anonymous and how its principles can help anyone heal from selfishness and fear.

This week's Practicing our Faith Exercise:

The foreword to the Big Book suggests that "And besides, we are sure that our way of living has its advantages for all." This week, try this prayerful exercise suggested for alcoholics: "Continue to watch for selfishness, dishonesty, resentment, and fear. When these crop up, we ask God at once to remove them. We discuss them with someone immediately and make amends quickly if we have harmed anyone. Then we resolutely turn our thoughts to someone we can help. Love and tolerance of others is our code."

Literary Roundtable: Earth and Ecology

April 18, 2024

Our hosts Gregory Glover and Joey Grisham discuss earth and ecology in "A Children's Bible" by Lydia Millet and "Farming: A Hand Book" by Wendell Berry.

Faith Focus: "Children in Foster Care: A Christian Perspective" by Dr. Quentin Humberd

April 17, 2024 • Quentin Humberd

Dr. Quentin Humberd speaks on mental health challenges, foster care, and how we can help children in Clarksville.

Faith Focus: "A Diversity of Truths" by Susan Steen

April 10, 2024 • Susan Steen • Romans 14:13, 1 Corinthians 13:2, Micah 6:8

In "A Diversity of Truths," local Clarksville author Susan Steen explores the vastness of human experience and how we can be more compassionate listeners. Practicing Our Faith Exercise: In the week ahead, make it a goal to engage in at least one meaningful conversation, even if just 10 minutes, with someone who holds a different perspective than you do on a topic of shared interest. Approach the conversation with an open heart and mind, making your goal to understand rather than be understood.