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The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 26, 2021

As Christians, we are engaged in daily spiritual warfare. Heaven has not left us to fend off attacks under our own power, but has provided powerful spiritual resources for Life in the Combat Zone - The Armor of God

June 20, 2020 With the Belt of Truth holding everything together – the Breastplate of Righteousness protecting our hearts – and the Shoes of Gospel Peace laced up, let’s move to the 4th piece of combat gear – The Shield of Faith. Why is Faith found in the position of “The Shield”? 2 types of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Why You Should Fast Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

God has designed your growth to happen through spiritual disciples such as Bible study, prayer & fasting, and attending worship regularly.

Many of you love to measure your progress. You can measure your progress in so many areas of your life. Tools are available to measure your Body Mass Index where you assess your body fat. You can measure your carbon footprint so to know your impact upon the climate. Athletes will measure the size ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11-12, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Revelation 21:27, Matthew 6:16, Matthew 4:1-4, Hebrews 10:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Begins His Final Week Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

I want invite you to take a three month journey with me on the greatest week in history. This series is devoted to the most important person who’s ever lived on His most important week. This is the week of Christ’s final entry into Jerusalem as well as His death, burial, and resurrection.

Today, I want invite you to take a three month journey with me on the greatest week in history. This series is devoted to the most important person who’s ever lived on His most important week. This is the week of Christ’s final entry into Jerusalem as well as His death, burial, and resurrection. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Birth Of A Church Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

I don’t know what you think of when you think of evangelism, but evangelism is reason powered by the Holy Spirit. Paul would consistently use the persuasive powers of reason as he talked to people about becoming a follower of Jesus Christ.

We begin a new series today. Our church celebrates its 125th year anniversary. We have some things planned for later this year. We also begin a new book: 1 Corinthians. Many of you may think it odd to begin journey of a book of the Bible and then focus on Acts. Yet, Luke tells us the beginnings of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Who Am I? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

What gives us our identity is not color or culture. But “chosenness.” Christians are not the white race; they are the chosen race. Christians are not the black race; they are the chosen race.

“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Encouraging Dads To Tell Their Story Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 8, 2021

You see, the gospel is not just something you hold onto but the gospel has its hold on you. The power of the Gospel on a person is most evident when you see its hold on a person.

Happy Father’s Day! Dads, there are too few good fathers around. Dads, I want to speak to encourage you to deepen your commitment to living a life of integrity in Christ. To know Jesus is to have a story of how you came to know Jesus. This story is often referred to as your “testimony.” In fact, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And Peter Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Every one of Jesus’ qualities is infinite. Jesus, as He is God, is infinite in knowledge. Jesus is infinite in power. Jesus is infinite in love. Jesus is infinitely just. And Jesus is infinitely pure.

We need volunteers in childcare and if you’d like to volunteer, we have someone up front who’d like to get your information. This is the third message in a series, Plastic Jesus: How Did Someone So Real Become So Fake? As I was preparing this message from the beginning of Luke 5, I noticed there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, John 21:1-14

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

Jesus Loves Sinners Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Jesus is the shepherd who loves the sheep whose performance is the worst. He loves in spite of your poor obedience, your poor performance. No one has been more inclusive of sinners than Jesus.

Jesus tells us three stories that arrives at a climax with a return of a son to his family and his father. These three stories, finding a lost sheep, a lost coin, and a lost son, form a pyramid where the three show us the same truth but each side shows a different shade and nuance to God’s love. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Walk In A Manner Worthy Of Your Calling Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 17, 2021

Know your calling. Feel the full worth of God's grace in your life! See the cross in all of its glory and Christ's actions for securing your eternal salvation! The greatness of your calling should constrain you to lead a life worthy of His call.

Famed outlaw, John Dillinger escaped from a local jail in Crown Point, Indiana, using a fake gun he carved out of wood and blackened with shoe polish. He then stole the sheriff's brand new Ford to escape. Frank Lee Morris, as well as John and Clarence Anglin, escaped from "the Rock" ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Life And Message Of Jesus The Promised Saviour And King Series

Contributed by Ed Cheng on Jun 21, 2021

Jesus teaches about God's kingdom and that someday, he will rule forever as prophesied in scripture. Jesus is the promised saviour and king we are waiting for. He proves this by his resurrection and gives his disciples a final message and mission in the Great Commission.

Ask and Receive: Teachings on Prayer One day, Jesus was praying by himself and when he had finished praying, his disciples came to him and said, “Jesus, teach us how to pray.” Jesus said, “When you pray, pray like this. ‘Father, may your name be honoured. Come and set up your kingdom so what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48, Acts 1:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Raising Boys To Be Men

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 22, 2021

Gender-role confusion is an increasingly serious issue in American churches. Many men and women have lost the concept of what it means to be masculine or feminine.

Measured against the biblical teaching on marriage and family, there is no other conclusion to draw than our culture is decaying. In place of biblical roles where men, women, and children find their identity, we have elevated freedom to be whatever you want as the supreme good. In place of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

A Family Of Harmony: Husbands, Wives, And Children

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021

The Bible never calls on husbands to make their wives submit. Wives, this is something you voluntarily do – this isn’t forced on you by your husband.

Keep your Bibles open to Colossians 3 with me. If you are a guest, please visit our QR Code or the communication card – we would love for you to let us know about your spiritual needs. You can also chat with a pastor if you are worshipping with us online. The hope of America is vibrant churches ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Perfect Picture Of Salvation

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 28, 2021

The events in Joseph's life parallel Jesus' salvation process for the world. There is also a role for us today.

John 16:8 (ESV) 8 And when he comes, he will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment: Greetings my fellow patriots and disciples. This is Perry Greene, your host for GodNAmerica. Thank you for tuning in to our weekly podcast. I hope you will continue following us on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Lord Is Your Shepherd Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jun 23, 2022

The promises of everyone's favorite Psalm only apply to a select group of people. Be comforted by those promises by becoming one of those who follow the Lord!

It’s Mother’s Day, May 12th. And for me, that means we’ve been in the midst of the Covid-19 Crisis for 2 months. Being a sports fan, the seriousness of the crisis hit home on March 11th. That was the day NBA player Rudy Gobert, starting center for the Utah Jazz, failed to show up for the ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church