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Keep Your Man Card

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 15, 2022

God has put 5 mandates on your "man card."

A group of women got together and came up with 34 qualities they think men consider to be “man-card” worthy. I’ll pick 10 of them and you raise your hand each time you fulfill one. 1. You can grow a beard. 2. You have skills at the grill. 3. You own quality tools. 4. You know about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Leading Your Children To Christ

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 19, 2021

John 3 is the most comprehensive and complete chapter in the Bible on the subject of the new birth and what it means to be born again.

This morning I'll be talking about children experiencing what Jesus calls the new birth. Before I do, I want to say a word about Vacation Bible School. VBS is one of the most effective tools for reaching people with the gospel. VBS will happen in nine locations this year, and I hope ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Chilling Story Of A Stingy Man Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

This rich man took his arrogance with him to the other side of the grave. If he knew Lazarus’ name in hell, wouldn't he also know about Lazarus’ pitiful condition on earth?

24 hour prayer today – next one is May 16/17, 2015 – you can sign up at http://www.nrhbc.org/24pray. Here’s our next series – “I Have a Friend Who…” We invite your questions. Today is I’m Not Ashamed Day – a day when many will publically identify with Jesus in baptism. You’ll also hear about how we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Forgotten By God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Joseph’s life is a roller coaster ride with incredible highs and depressing lows. Last week we saw the first “big dip” and this week – sold into slavery and falsely accused Today, we observe the second “big dip” in the life of Joseph, forgotten in prison.

The story acts like a mini-novel tucked away at the end of Genesis. With every turn of the page, you find yourself saying, “You’re not going to believe what happens next!” Joseph’s life is a roller coaster ride with incredible highs and depressing lows. Last week we saw the first “big dip” and this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Ancestral Limitations

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

Ancestral limitations are real, but they are not final. Through Jesus Christ, believers have the power to break free from every generational curse and step into divine blessings.

HOW TO OVERCOME ANCESTRAL LIMITATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 34:7 – "Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, and that will by no means clear the guilty; visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children, and upon the children's ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:7, Lamentations 5:7, Galatians 3:13-14, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Colossians 2:14-15, Ezekiel 18:20, Romans 8:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A World Is In Rebellion As In The Days Of Noah Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 10, 2024

The world today is reminiscent of the days of Noah, as described in the Bible.

The world today is reminiscent of the days of Noah, as described in the Bible. In Genesis 6:5, it is written, "The Lord saw that the wickedness of humanity was widespread on the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of their hearts was only evil all the time." Just like in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:26-27, Genesis 6:5

A Man Who Finds A Wife Finds A Good Thing And Obtains Favor From The Lord Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 12, 2024

Remember, a godly wife is a gift from God...

In Proverbs 18:22, it says, "He who finds a wife finds a treasure, and receives favor from the Lord." A godly wife is indeed a treasure, a precious gift from God. Let's look at some examples from the Bible. Remember Isaac and Rebekah? Their marriage was arranged by God Himself. When ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:22, Acts 18:26

God's Love Revealed Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 8, 2022

Mary's obedience demonstrates the proper response to God's call in the life of each one.

“In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a town in Judah, and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the baby leaped in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit, and she exclaimed with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Household Wickedness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others.

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to infiltrate and control our households, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45, Mark 7:24-30, Genesis 2:17

You Have Dealt With Your Wife Treacherously Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 20, 2025

The Lord has been a witness between you and the wife of your youth...

Malachi 2:14 : The Lord has been a witness between you and the wife of your youth, against whom you have dealt treacherously. Yet she is your marriage companion and the wife of your covenant [made by your vows]. A Vessel of Darkness Thus saith the Lord: "Woe unto the husbands who ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:14

Sermon # 6 - United With A Purpose Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 13, 2023

Only when we are united in heart, mind and purpose will the people around us know and believe in Jesus. This sermon will teach us what we should do to make this a possibility.

We read in Acts 4:32, “The whole congregation of believers was united as one — one heart, one mind!” (MSG) The testimony about the early church was that though they were numerous, they were all with one heart and one mind. When we hear such a declaration, probably the question that arises is, ‘How ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32, Philippians 2:2, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Luke 2:13-14, Matthew 6:9, Luke 13:10-13, John 5:5-6, John 5:8-9, John 5:14, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

God Was With Him Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 11, 2010

Why did God allow Joseph to suffer as he did? Why not show his love for this great hero of the faith by removing him from all the difficulties of life?

OPEN: When I was taking my kids home from King’s Island (an amusement park in southern Ohio) yesterday we were listening to a Country Music station that was playing a popular song by a group named “Ricochet”. The song told the story of a man who was sitting in church when he noticed a young woman ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A House For All Nations

Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on Aug 20, 2002

God’s house is not just for a select few. God tells those who are among his family and those who are outside of it that He still intends to add still more to His people than those already gathered; people of every nationality and race, social status and

Pentecost 13 A Isaiah 56: 1, 6-8 A House For All Nations 08/18/02 As part of my daily routine, I receive and read an e-mail newsletter called Heartlight. I was struck this past week by the heartfelt confession of a brother in Christ by the name of Lynn Anderson in the July 31st issue. He was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

A Jesus We Can Grab On To

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Dec 7, 2003

A pastor tells a story on himself that took place on Christmas Eve many years ago. The bishop was readying his family to go to a candlelight service over which he would preside. On the way to the church, the pastor’s son asked, “Dad, are you going to let

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: A pastor tells a story on himself that took place on Christmas Eve many years ago. The bishop was readying his family to go to a candlelight service over which he would preside. On the way to the church, the pastor’s son asked, “Dad, are you going to let us enjoy ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Are We There Yet?

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 13, 2003

This sermon declares that being in ministry can be just as exciting as going on a family trip and just as children ask the question in the sermon’s theme, the church should continue to ask it as well.

Are we there yet? (Matthew 25:34-46) Our theme for today’s message can help many of us reflect back to our youth when we were with our parents, grandparents, other relatives or guardians. I’m referring to occasions when we were going on some type of family outing. It could have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34

Denomination: Methodist