Sermons on Breaking Every Chain:

Understanding Temptation

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 24, 2012

Temptation can take us by surprise sometimes. We can get discouraged when we find ourselves giving in over and over. We get overwhelmed when it seems like we can't catch a break. What can we do? It's important that we understand what's going on so we can

UNDERSTANDING TEMPTATION James 1:13-18 1) The difference between testing and temptation. • Testing is good; temptation is not (Vs. 17). Every good and perfect gift is from above. Therefore, since God doesn’t tempt anyone temptation is not good. However, it isn’t sin, since Jesus ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Through The Storm: Lessons From God, Ourselves, And Life’s Trials Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 20, 2024

Life’s storms are inevitable. They come in various forms – personal crises, health challenges, financial struggles, or spiritual battles. But in every storm, God is at work, teaching us profound lessons.

Through the Storm: Lessons from God, Ourselves, and Life’s Trials Introduction: Life’s storms are inevitable. They come in various forms – personal crises, health challenges, financial struggles, or spiritual battles. But in every storm, God is at work, teaching us profound lessons. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 46:10, James 1:2-4, Romans 5:3-4, 2 Corinthians 4:17, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power To Bind, Loose And Spoil

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 19, 2010

To every Christian, it is given the power to bind and loose. As David was instructed by God to pursue, overtake and recover his possession, any born-again child of God has received the license to stop the activity of Satan and loose his possession out of

POWER TO BIND, LOOSE AND SPOIL Dr. D. K. Olukoya Wonderful God, we bless and thank You for it is written that the name of the Lord is a strong tower and the righteous runneth therein and is safe. Because we have escaped into this Tower and Power, anything pursuing us is just wasting its strength. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Necessity Of Unity Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 5, 2017

After one gains entrance to the church through the Door of Opportunity, what is expected next? Every believer is gifted to serve within the church, for the edifying of the body and the glory of God. We must be united and work together to fulfill the work.

The Necessity of Unity Ephesians 4: 11-16 Last week we began the series: Church – A New Testament Model. We looked at the means of entrance into the church through Christ the Door. This opportunity is available by grace through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Once entry into the church, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Set The Captives Free

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 24, 2024

Jesus came to set the captives free from every form of captivity imaginable, so why are we not free? In order to experience freedom from captivity, we must receive the free gift that Jesus has given us.

Opening illustration: In the hours after the attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan, the White House was in turmoil. The President's precise condition was not yet fully known. The Vice President was on a plane over Texas, and the press wanted answers. In the line of succession to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is Us: Jacob's Family Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Jul 23, 2019

Everyone has a family and every family has a story. What we want to get pressed deep within our hearts through this series is that God is an integral part in your Family Story.

Today we are continuing our family series called This is US. Everyone has a family and every family has a story. What we want to get pressed deep within our hearts through this series is that God is an integral part in your Family Story. We’re going to take a look at several Bible Families and ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The War Within

Contributed by David Richardson on Jul 15, 2005

What if every good or bad thought I have, has an impact on what I see in the mirror? What do you think you look like before God?

Title: The War Within Scripture: 15 I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. 16 And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law is good. 17 As it is, it is no longer I myself who do it, but it is sin living in me. 18 I know that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Fruit Of Gentleness

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 30, 2025

Gentleness is a fruit of the spirit. …Every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. John 15:2

The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Galatians 5:22-23 1. What do you think of when you hear the word gentleness? Synonyms - Gentleness is often translated kindness or meekness Opposites – violent, quarrelsome …not ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Timothy 3:3, 2 Timothy 2:24, Hosea 11:4, 2 Samuel 22:36, Isaiah 42:3, Psalm 18:35, 1 Thessalonians 2:7, Titus 3:1-7, 1 Peter 2:18-19, Psalm 15:4, Proverbs 15:1, Proverbs 25:15, 1 Peter 3:15-16, 2 Timothy 2:24-26, Galatians 6:1, Ephesians 4:1-3, Colossians 3:12-14, James 3:13, James 3:16-18, 1 Peter 3:3-4, 1 Timothy 6:11-12, Philippians 4:5, John 15:2, Matthew 11:28-30, 1 Corinthians 10:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Mini-Series: You Must Be The Cycle Breaker In Your Family (Part 1)

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020

Change is a difficult thing because it is so uncomfortable. Question: Do you want to change? Are you ready to break that cycle of day-to-day life and receive God’s change? I am talking to somebody who’s tired of going around and around the same old problem. Then be the Cycle Breaker...

YOU MUST BE THE CYCLE BREAKER IN YOUR FAMILY John 5: 1 After this there was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 2 Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew, Bethesda, having five porches. 3 In these lay a Great Multitude Of Sick People, Blind, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Charismatic

The Watchman’s Cry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025

The watchman's cry must be heard again in our generation. We cannot afford to be silent while danger looms and spiritual apathy grows. God is calling His church to rise up and take our place on the walls—to watch, to pray, to warn, and to weep until revival breaks forth.

THE WATCHMAN’S CRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 62:6-7 Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 3:17, Habakkuk 2:1, Isaiah 21:6, Mark 13:33-37, Acts 20:31 INTRODUCTION: God has appointed watchmen over His people—spiritual gatekeepers, intercessors, and heralds of warning. These are men and women ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:6-7, Ezekiel 3:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon # 36 - The Bondage Breaker Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 26, 2023

Addictions are of various sorts, and if one has to overcome any addiction it is possible only through Jesus Christ. It is possible to live a life free from every bondage, and this sermon will tell you how.

We read in 2 Peter 2:19, “for we are slaves of anything that has conquered us.” (GNB) The above mentioned verse endorses the truth that a person becomes a slave to something, when they are overpowered by it. For instance, a person who is addicted to alcohol, may realize that the habit affects his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:19, Titus 2:3, Titus 3:3, Hebrews 2:15, Romans 6:16, Galatians 4:3, Galatians 4:8, 1 Corinthians 7:23, John 8:32-33, John 8:34, John 8:2, John 8:59, John 8:4-5, John 8:7, John 8:10, John 8:12, Exodus 3:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Change And Rise

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 19, 2010

There is a point in every man's life that change must occur. There is a need to perform a regular checkup on our life and see where we need to change the course so we can rise

CHANGE AND RISE Dr. D. K. Olukoya When you change, you rise. Jeremiah 48:11: “Moab hath been at ease from his youth, and he hath settled on his lees, and hath not been emptied from vessel to vessel, neither hath he gone into captivity: therefore his taste remained in him, and his scent is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 48:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Marriage And The Jesus Follower - Choosing Faithfulness Over Happiness Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 17, 2013

The reality is that every follower of Jesus has a mission. I hope and pray you are seeking faithfulness over happiness. I pray you know that the power of what you seek is found in the person of the Resurrected Jesus.

Today is Mother’s Day. On this day we honor the women among us who have or are raising children. And this is a worthy thing. Mom’s deserve our respect, attention and honor. But I would like to take a look at something Jesus said, that will broaden your perspective on this day, or at ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

11) We Believe God's Word Is Profitable! Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 10, 2022

The Bible is incredibly beneficial to every believers life. Not only is it God's Word, but it is Profitable for: 1) Doctrine; 2) Reproof; 3) Correction; and 4) Instruction in Righteousness.

THINGS MOST SURELY BELIEVED AMONG US 11) We Believe The Word of God Is Profitable Text: Luke 1:1 Forasmuch as many have taken in hand - to set forth in order a declaration… of those things which are most surely believed among us. Brethren as Children of God – it’s important for us to know what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 21, 2022

Every believer needs to know that there is an invisible war raging around you each day and night. The Bible says it’s a spiritual war between good = God and His army and Evil = Satan and his demons.

The Invisible War pt. 3 Video Transition: Paul Harvey – “If I were the Devil!” The Invisible War: Spiritual Warfare 101 Thesis: Every believer needs to know that there is an invisible war raging around you each day and night. The Bible says it’s a spiritual war between good = God and His army ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, Acts 19:11-20, Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational