Sermons on Younger Sisters:

The Prodigal Son ? Series

Contributed by Donald Pinkleton on Jun 12, 2022

Happy Father’s Day!

Happy Father’s Day! I was a child of the ‘50’s – it was the golden age of television. And it was television that taught us what fatherhood was all about. Of course, there was the flagship show “Father Knows Best.” But there were many others that taught us about the ideal father figure. There was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 15:7

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 5, 2022

There are wooden crosses, metal crosses. Some are big, some are small. Some are plain, some are fancy. Cross necklaces are popular. But the cross is not just a decoration or a piece of jewelry. The cross of Christ represents so much more than that.

THE CROSS OF CHRIST You can look around NSCC and see many crosses. There are wooden crosses, metal crosses. Some are big, some are small. Some are plain, some are fancy. Cross necklaces are popular. It's interesting how many celebrities wear them. But for some of them, when you see what ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Philippians 2:8, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Philippians 3:18, Luke 9:23-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ex. 4:10-12 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 8, 2022

Moses said to the LORD, "Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue."

Ex 4:10-12 (NIV). He is Loath to be Sent Moses said to the LORD, "Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue." The LORD said to him, "Who gave human beings their mouths? Who ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

When Others Fail You, God Will Keep You

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on May 14, 2022

In our lifetime we have all talked about God’s grace and his mercy. We have said it so much that it rolls off of our tongues without any power or authority.

In our lifetime we have all talked about God’s grace and his mercy. We have said it so much that it rolls off of our tongues without any power or authority. It has become so frequently that it sounds like a riddle or something from a fairytale. But I think that I need to remind someone this morning ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Boaz Accepts Ruth’s Offer – Ruth, Part 6 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 21, 2022

If God would desire to remove our obstacle of sin through the death of Jesus … what more are you waiting for Him to do for you to respond? How much more like Ruth, responding to the unknown, can you be?

“Boaz accepts Ruth’s Offer” – Ruth, Part 6 Ruth Sermon Series, Part 6 Ruth 3:10-18 Introduction - So, let’s sum up this series: - “Sometimes when you abandon God, your life has disastrous consequences; but God is STILL faithful … even when we aren’t!” - The focus of the book is NOT the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:10-18, Hosea 6:1-6, Deuteronomy 25:5-6, Isaiah 53:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A 23rd Psalm Funeral

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 4, 2024

This was a funeral for a godly woman (who raised sheep). What did it mean for Jesus to be her Shepherd?

A 23rd Psalm Funeral Jean Morphet was a very Godly woman and it’s no surprise (given that she and her husband Don raised sheep most of their lives) that the family told me that her favorite passage of Scripture was the 23rd Psalm. So I want to begin today’s eulogy by reading it: “The LORD is my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Difference Between Grace And Mercy

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Jun 28, 2021

Not long ago, my wife Jane, asked me what was the difference between grace and mercy? I began rattling off some stuff, but soon realized I didn’t really know the difference either. I have researched it and found an answer.

Let me share with you the difference between grace and mercy. I. Definitions A. Mercy is compassion shown to a law breaker or enemies. Mercy is not getting what we deserve. We deserve Hell for our sin, but God shows us mercy because of Jesus. This story will put mercy into a life situation: A ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

Renew Technology Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 9, 2019

The simplest answer to the question of technology and whether it is a good use or not is “Knowing the nature of God, would this be honoring to Him and the message He wants for us to live and offer to others?”

Infants and toddlers under the age of 2 should not spend any time in front of screens, according to new guidelines issued by the World Health Organization on Wednesday. The WHO recommends against any screen time for infants, as well as 1-year-olds. Instead, they encourage sedentary time ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Christ, I Am...working For God Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 27, 2018

Make God your Boss! At work, making God your boss will keep you out of unhealthy power struggles, make work more rewarding, and help you treat others with respect.

IN CHRIST, I AM…WORKING FOR GOD Ephesians 6:5-9 On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate the atmosphere where you work? Is everyone treated with respect? Are workers valued not only for what they do, but also as people whose lives matter? Are employees fully engaged in their work, giving their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Back To Basics (Fifth In A Series)

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 14, 2019

A review of Basic Bible Doctrines - The basis for our beliefs and practices Weekend Message/Devotion

Weekend Message/Devotion July 14, 2019 Back to Basics (fifth in a series) Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your blessing ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Your Head Out Of Your App - Pt. 1 - Disconnect To Connect Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019

Apps are supposed to keep us connected . . . but at what cost? Screen time is increasing but are our relationships deteriorating?

I. Introduction When I was younger I used to shake my head in amazement when I thought of the technology advancements my grandmother's witnessed . . . tv, space travel, the changes in transportation. But now I am realizing that in my short time on this planet I too have witnessed incredible ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Could Do Such A Thing?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 24, 2019

Why is there evil?

Who Could Do such a Thing? Matthew 2:13-23 This passage is certainly one of the most troubling in the New Testament. There are two parts to this passage. The one is how God warned Joseph to flee Bethlehem and later warns him not to come back there from Egypt because of Archelaus Herod’s son, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Living Hope

Contributed by Don Baggett on Jan 24, 2020

Regardless of troubles, we have much cause to rejoice. The Lord is going to be with us until we die, then we will move in the house with Him. This old world is not heaven, but there is a heaven, and if we are saved, we are as sure for heaven as if we were already there.

The book of 1 Peter was written around 64 a.d., when a man by the name of Nero become Emperor in Rome, and Rome pretty much ruled the civilized world. There are two things about Nero that stand out: He was crazy (there’s a better medical name for his condition, but his thinking was totally ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving A Legacy Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 20, 2019

The people returned to the sin of intermarriages with the foreigners. Nehemiah rebuked and corrected them. We see the need to guard our faith and pass on our faith. Nehemiah left a lasting legacy.

As mentioned, the final chapter of Nehemiah did not end as most would have liked, as in fairy tales: “And the Israelites lived happily ever after.” • On his return to Jerusalem, Nehemiah was not only saddened, but for most parts, very angry at seeing his people returning to their old sinful ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:23-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Valley Of Dry Bones

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 7, 2011

Ezekiel’s vision of the Valley of Dry Bones and what it means to us today

Vision of the Valley of Dry Bones Story: Girolamo Savonarola was one of the greatest preachers of the fifteenth century. He preached in the beautiful cathedral of Florence in Italy, which contained a magnificent marble statue of the Virgin Mary. At the very start of his ministry there, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Anglican