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Foundations of Life (2)

Posted on March 23, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the watery depths, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters. Then God said, “Let … Continue reading →

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My Current Sermons

Posted on August 17, 2022 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

My sermons, preached during the morning worship service at the First Presbyterian Church of Demopolis, Alabama may be found here, dating back to December 5, 2021.

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My new book.

Posted on January 7, 2021 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Purchase here (Amazon), here (Wipf and Stock Publishers), or here (Barnes and Noble), and other outlets where books are sold.

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A Study of Psalm 119:9-16

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Continuing our recent studies in Psalm 119, sermon audio for Evening Worship at NCPC-Selma, “Walking in the Way of the Word of God with Purpose,” March 18, 2018. Sermon text: Psalm 119:9-16 Sermon outline – (1.) Priority, vv. 9-11. (2.) … Continue reading →

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A Most Important Prayer

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Wednesday Night Bible Study before Prayer at NCPC-Selma. February 28, 2018. A short study of John 17, “Listening in on Jesus’ Conversation with his Father.” This prayer is Vertical (1), Personal (9), Joyful (11, 13), Vital (15, 17), Global (20, … Continue reading →

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Instructions for Everyday Congregational Life

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Evening Worship at NCPC-Selma, audio from the sermon, “Spiritual Dynamics,” January 21, 2018. Sermon text: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-18 Sermon outline: (1.) Spiritual Action (14-15). (2.) Spiritual Energy (16-18).

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The Birth of the Promised Son

Posted on December 29, 2017 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

MORNING WORSHIP at NCPC-Selma, CHRISTMAS DAY service, audio from the sermon, “What’s in a Name?” preached December 25, 2017. Sermon audio from shorter version of a sermon from the same text and title preached at Little Sandy Ridge Presbyterian Church … Continue reading →

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Martha said to Him, ‘Yes, Lord, I believe.’

Posted on October 1, 2017 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

A Spirit-filled MORNING WORSHIP at NCPC-Selma, audio from the sermon, “Your Brother Will Rise Again,” October 1, 2017 Sermon text: John 11:1-46 Sermon outline: Intro – Are our words effectual? (1.) God’s timing is providential, 1-16. (2.) God’s message is … Continue reading →

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Who Are you Listening To?

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

EVENING WORSHIP at NCPC, audio of the sermon, “Don’t Let the World Take you Captive!” January 15, 2017. Sermon text: Colossians 2:6-15 Sermon outline: 1. Walk in Christ, 2. Do not be taken captive, 3. Your in Christ, 4. The … Continue reading →

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The Instrument of the Gospel: Beholding Christ

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Sunday Evening worship, discipleship sermon at NCPC, “Beholding the Glory of the Lord.” May 8, 2016. Sermon text: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18, focusing on verse 18. Verses considered in application: Isaiah 41:10; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Corinthians 16:13-14.

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