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Chuck Smith (1927 - 2013). American pastor and founder of the Calvary Chapel movement, born in Ventura, California. After graduating from LIFE Bible College, he was ordained by the Foursquare Church and pastored several small congregations. In 1965, he took over a struggling church in Costa Mesa, California, renaming it Calvary Chapel, which grew from 25 members to a network of over 1,700 churches worldwide. Known for his accessible, verse-by-verse Bible teaching, Smith embraced the Jesus Movement in the late 1960s, ministering to hippies and fostering contemporary Christian music and informal worship. He authored numerous books, hosted the radio program "The Word for Today," and influenced modern evangelicalism with his emphasis on grace and simplicity. Married to Kay since 1947, they had four children. Smith died of lung cancer, leaving a lasting legacy through Calvary Chapel’s global reach and emphasis on biblical teaching
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Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of praising God at all times, regardless of circumstances, highlighting that while it may be easy to praise during good times, it often requires faith during difficult moments. He illustrates how praise can be contagious, encouraging others to join in worship and creating a positive atmosphere. Smith also points out the reasons for praise, such as God's faithfulness in hearing our cries and delivering us from troubles, reminding us that our attitudes can influence those around us.
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Psalms 34:1
"PRAISING GOD" Intro: A Psalm of David... A continual occupation. I. "I WILL BLESS THE LORD AT ALL TIMES." A. There are times when it is easy. 1. That spontaneous reaction to His grace. 2. Experience in market. B. There are times when praise is act of faith. 1. I cannot see His hand in a particular circumstance. 2. And being strong in faith, he gave glory to God. 3. Experience in Corona. Il. PRAISE IS CONTAGIOUS. A. "The humble shall hear and be glad." 1. Aura & Alpha hoaky. a. "No man lives unto himself." b. My attitudes pushed off on others. c. People with a continual heavy spirit. d. People with happy light spirit. B. "O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together." 1. Public praise. a. How not (drawing attention to self.. b. How to (in song.. Ill. CAUSES FOR PRAISE. A. I sought the Lord and HE HEARD ME. B. They looked and WERE LIGHTENED. C. This poor man cried ... SAVED from troubles.
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Chuck Smith (1927 - 2013). American pastor and founder of the Calvary Chapel movement, born in Ventura, California. After graduating from LIFE Bible College, he was ordained by the Foursquare Church and pastored several small congregations. In 1965, he took over a struggling church in Costa Mesa, California, renaming it Calvary Chapel, which grew from 25 members to a network of over 1,700 churches worldwide. Known for his accessible, verse-by-verse Bible teaching, Smith embraced the Jesus Movement in the late 1960s, ministering to hippies and fostering contemporary Christian music and informal worship. He authored numerous books, hosted the radio program "The Word for Today," and influenced modern evangelicalism with his emphasis on grace and simplicity. Married to Kay since 1947, they had four children. Smith died of lung cancer, leaving a lasting legacy through Calvary Chapel’s global reach and emphasis on biblical teaching