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Why the Book of Romans is Important

Why the Book of Romans is Important

The letter to the Romans stands as the clearest presentation of Christian doctrine, starting with the sinfulness of humanity.  All people have been condemned as a result of our rebellion against God.  But God, in His grace, offers us justification through faith in His son, Jesus.  We […]

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Thank you

Thank you

A heartfelt thanks is extended to all those individuals who gave of their time and talents as volunteers to help make Vacation Bible School a success again this year. Jessica   Thank you to all who participated in the hotdog lunch fundraiser on Sunday, July 30th.  We […]

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Disciple Men’s Fellowship

Disciple Men’s Fellowship

The men of Disciple Men’s Fellowship (DMF) will meet on Saturday, August 12, at 7:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall.  

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A Look at First and Second Corinthians

A Look at First and Second Corinthians

In First Corinthians, Paul provides a model for how the church should handle the problem of sin in its midst.  He addresses the problems of division and immorality and calls the church to purity.  Paul also covers lawsuits among believers, marriage and singleness, order in worship, freedom […]

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First and Second Thessalonians

First and Second Thessalonians

Why is First Thessalonians important? This letter provides the clearest Biblical passage on the coming rapture of believers, an event that will begin the 7-year tribulation.  At the rapture, Christ will return for his people.  The dead in Christ shall rise first, while those still living will […]

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Philippians and Colossians

Philippians and Colossians

Why is Philippians relevant? Several of the deep theological truths are found in Philippians.  Philippians 1:6 says, “He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.”  So we are works in progress. Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all […]

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A Look At Galatians & Ephesians

A Look At Galatians & Ephesians

Why is Galatians relevant? Paul’s letter addresses the first controversy of the early church, the relationship between the Christian Jews and the Christian Gentiles.  Paul strongly presents his case that the people embrace unity in Christ, no matter what their social distinctions, by saying they were deserters […]

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Let’s Celebrate

Let’s Celebrate

Declaration Day, known to most of us as July 4th, is a great holiday for celebrating.  As a nation and as Americans, I often wonder if we realize how blessed we are to live in this great land.  Since July 4, 1776, we have been given the […]

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What Is A Father

What Is A Father

Each year, we celebrate the 3rd Sunday in June and honor our fathers. We all have a father; some call him “Dad” or “Pop” or “Papa”… or maybe you have someone you call a “father figure”.  Whatever we call our father, we all have different ideas about […]

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Memorial Day, Or Is It Decoration Day

Memorial Day, Or Is It Decoration Day

Many years ago, we called Memorial Day Decoration Day.  It was also a national holiday that was observed to pay tribute to the many men lost in the Civil War.  I do not remember anyone who took a 2- or 3-day holiday weekend and went camping or […]

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Meet the Disciples

First Christian Church is a Disciples of Christ congregation. Learn more about the Disciples on our Kansas region site and our main denomination page.

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First Christian Church

319 W. Laurel St.
Independence, KS 67301

620-273-2525