Sermons on Pride Of Life:

Finding Common Ground Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 11, 2011

Looking into 2011 year as a banner year for NRBC, this message is the common ground upon which every member can rally around--increase, improvement, impact

Text: Acts 15:28-29, Title: New Riverlutions: Common Ground, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/9/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Rocky theme, tell about eating breakfast at Two Trails with Jim, Will, John B. Background to passage: people stirring up trouble in Antioch, church on fire, division, etc. Exp the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Finances Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 14, 2011

Proverbs gives us the proper context for giving. Without saying the word Tithe it reveals to us that we are to honor God with the first and best of all our increase, substance, weath, money. Your faithfulness will never be an issue of percentage it will

Intro: Why should we spend time studying what the Bible says about finances? Because the way we handle our resources is one of if not the clearest indicators of our hearts spiritual condition. Of the 38 parables that Jesus taught 16 are about how we handle our money. So why should we study ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Creation, Part 1a Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 15, 2011

This series focuses on the Biblical facts of Creation, and using Scripture puts to rest the scientific opinions of how the world was formed. Part 1a is devoted to Day 1, and lays the foundation that if there was no Creator, how can we have a Redeemer?

Creation Series, Part 1a Genesis 1:1-5 Introduction - Today, we begin our series on creation; we’ll examine the foundations of our world - For the most part, every Sunday will be a 2 part message; concluding at night - Psalm 14:1, “Only fools say in their hearts, “There is no ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 2: How To Pray When You Lose Your Job

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 30, 2011

We must work as best we can to find a job, while God supplies the job.

A. WHAT GOD DOES 1. Remember the division of labor, i.e., we must work as best we can to find a job, while God supplies the job. God does the supernatural by arranging circumstances, planting ideas and guiding you where to look, ask and apply. 2. The secret to God’s leading and answers to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:14

Denomination: Baptist

Sinners In The Towers?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 10, 2011

God has a message for us in tragedy.

As we look at the tenth anniversary of 9/11 we need to reflect on what this means to all human beings not just Americans or the people who had loved one die that day. It is a lesson from God for all of us. Throughout the centuries people of all faiths have tried to explain tragedy. Natural ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Practice Makes Perfect

Contributed by David Crank on Sep 12, 2011

Your personal best requires that you take on the mindset of an athlete. An athlete runs to win. They exercise disciplines for the win when the door opens for opportunity. They sacrifice for what they believe in.

Everyone has heard the phrase “Practice makes perfect” or at least I think they have. It’s such an old adage, I’m not sure if anyone knows who said it first. Regardless of who coined the phrase, the Bible is full of wisdom concerning this very notion of practice and results. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Days Of Noah

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 17, 2011

Characteristics of our day are compared to Noah, providing evidence that God's judgment is near. Now is the time to seek the ark safety and salvation in Jesus Christ.

Sermon Notes September 18, 2011 FBCam The Days of Noah - Why God’s Judgment Was So Severe In Grant County, Kentucky, 40 miles from Cincinnati, ANSWERS in GENESIS is building THE ARK ENCOUNTER. This real life replica of NOAH’S ARK is scheduled to open up to guests in 2014. GREAT ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Man’s Escape From Death Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 20, 2011

Jesus makes an astounding claim—a person doesn’t have to die. We can all escape death. We, as Christians, know what Jesus meant by this, but the world does not understand. It’s up to us to show them what Jesus meant

In v. 51 of our passage tonight, Jesus makes an astounding claim—a person doesn’t have to die. We can all escape death. We, as Christians, know what Jesus meant by this, but the world does not understand. It’s up to us to show them what Jesus meant. READ v. 48-50. I guess since Jesus has just ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-59

Denomination: Baptist

God, Are You Sure Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 27, 2010

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Conversations With God". When God's answer isn't what you want to hear.

Family Worship April 25, 2010 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Conversations With God [#2] GOD, ARE YOU SERIOUS? Habakkuk 1:5-2:4 Introduction: Have you ever heard the statement, “Be careful what you ask God for, because you my get it”? Last week we talked about what to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Festival Of Dedication (Hanukah)

Contributed by Richard Jumper on May 1, 2010

A brief description of Hanukah, Judas Maccabeus, the hero, and how this relates to our hero and Lord Jesus.

We all seem to need heroes. It’s true now, and it was just as true in the time of Jesus. The people we meet in our Gospel reading were in the grip of heroic dreams like these. That’s what lies behind the question they ask Jesus. “How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Shavuot Pentecost Event Is Important For Us

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 22, 2010

Why did God send his Spirit on that day (Shavuot) in particular, and why is it important for us today?

I’m going to ask and briefly answer three questions: Why were there ‘God-fearing Jews from every nation’ staying in Jerusalem (1:5) on the day of Pentecost (1:1)? Why did God choose that day to fill those first Jewish believers in Jesus with the Holy Spirit (1:4)? And what do those events mean for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus' Preaching

Contributed by Ian Lyall on May 24, 2010

Jesus, in his ministry healed the sick, raised the dead, proclaimed God's Kingdom, yet his real work was to proclaim the Good News

We have just heard that reading from Mark's gospel where we hear of Jesus, first healing Simon's mother-in-law (Do we, by the way, realise that Simon- or Peter as he was renamed, was a married man?), then healing many sick people and driving out many demons in Capernaum. Mark's Gospel is an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Your Place In Him

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 20, 2011

Adapted (with permission) from my friend, Rick Ousley, challenging us to determine in which chair of faith we sit. Are Committed, Casual, or Corrupt?...We cannot fool God..It’s HIS terms or Not at all!

Your Place in Him Joshua 24:1-28 * From time to time, I hear a message which needs to be proclaimed. Not long ago I was in a service with my friend, Rick Ousley, and heard him give a call about ‘where we are’ with God. Praying for God’s leadership & asking Rick’s permission, I believe Father’s ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Pictures Of The People Of God

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 7, 2011

This message examines some of the analogies the Bible uses to describe the church.

The Pictures of the People of God (Church) "upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." (Mt 16:18) INTRODUCTION: Jesus often spoke in parables or analogies in order to help us understand the ways of the Kingdom of God. When describing the Church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching At An All-Age Service

Contributed by Martin Erwin on Jul 14, 2011

Preaching to an all-age congregation is something we all find hard to do. Here sre some tips on how to make it a positive experience for all.

Preaching at an All-Age service Preaching at an all-age service is for many of us, the most difficult environment in which to speak. I prefer speaking to adults, either in an evangelistic setting, or in Bible teaching. And many of us, though not specialists, can turn our hand at a children’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16, Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Brethren