Positive Provocation

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The English word "paroxysm" is not one we hear used very often. The Greek word "paroxysm" is used in the New Testament in both positive and negative ways. We are warned not to provoke our children to anger in Ephesians 6:4. In this sermon Mr. Smith focuses on the positive meaning of this word relating to our provoking each other to good works. He uses examples from the Bible and from the just completed teen camp at Pinecrest.
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Gary Smith

Gary Smith was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, but spent most of his youth in the Pasadena, California area. He graduated from Ambassador College in 1976 and he and his wife, Liz, moved to Peoria, Illinois. For the next six years he worked as a nursing home administrator in Illinois, Ohio, and Texas.
In 1982, he and Liz began to serve in the full-time ministry. Since that time, they have served in a number of congregations in the Midwest.
Gary and Liz now pastor in Houston, Texas near their two children and grandson.
Apart from pastoring, Gary enjoys hiking, playing and watching sports, reading and spending time with family.