Sermons on Breaking Yokes:

A Baby On The Way: Water Breaks News Breaks

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 22, 2004

A message about the importance of The Message

A Baby on the Way: Water Breaks News Breaks Luke 2:1-20 INTRODUCTION... Incarnation of Christ An old pioneer traveled westward across the great plains until he came to an abrupt halt at the edge of the Grand Canyon. He gawked at the sight before him: a vast chasm one mile down, from four to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Choose: Yoked By Rules Or Follow Jesus”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 6, 2023

These words of Jesus are popular: “Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Ah! The key words: "rest for your souls". It is a spiritual message. Yoke yourself to Jesus. He has obeyed perfectly and will share His salvation.

In Jesus Holy Name July 9, 2023 Text: Matthew 11:28 & 30 Pentecost VI - Redeemer “Choose: Yoked by Rules or Follow Jesus” These words of Jesus are popular: “Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Take my yoke, and learn from me, and you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Easiest Yoke We Can Carry

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 9, 2015

As we come together to worship every week, we admit our hunger for God. God sees our emptiness and feeds us the choicest food, the flesh and blood of the one who invites us today to take his yoke upon us and learn from him for he is meek and humble.

Have you ever noticed that there are always some people who can never be satisfied or happy with anything? Jesus did, and in our Gospel reading from Matthew this morning he compared the people of his day to children who can’t be satisfied by any game or activity, whether it is festive or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Anglican

Unequally Yoked Don't Do It Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 31, 2015

Reasons why a believer should not marry a non believer

HoHum: David Slagle, a minister at a small church in Atlanta, tells the story of a woman in her late 20’s. The woman had befriended a man living in her apartment complex. Slagle and his wife asked whether the two were dating. The man in question was a known atheist. The young woman ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Yoke: 2nd Symbol Of Christianity

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 28, 2022

Jesus requires this of you; you are not only to take up the Cross of Surrender, but also the Yoke of Continual Service with Christ in the Gospel work. You face life with Christ; bear each other's burdens; learn of His gentle nature & love.

THE YOKE: 2ND SYMBOL OF CHRISTIANITY Mt. 11:29-30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: A FLYING DEAD DUCK 1. John McKay, of the NFL, tells a story illustrating the supreme confidence of University of Alabama football coach Bear Bryant. 2. “We were out shooting ducks, and finally, after about three hours, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:29-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking The Spirit Of Division

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 26, 2025

Division is a powerful force that can destroy relationships, families, churches, and communities. It is a spirit that sows discord and confusion, robbing people of unity and peace.

BREAKING THE SPIRIT OF DIVISION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:3, John 17:20-23, Philippians 2:1-4, Romans 12:16, Colossians 3:14 INTRODUCTION: Division is a powerful force that can destroy relationships, families, churches, and communities. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Time For A Break Out

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Oct 30, 2006

This sermon describes the revolution that occurs when God’s people are inspired by the Holy Spirit and break out to be fruitful in God’s service.

Introduction: Several months ago I was reading the words of a college football expert. In this article he said he anticipated certain players, whom he named, to have break out seasons. He described a break out season. A player having a break out season is one who moves to a new level of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Breaks The Chains

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 14, 2024

Sermon about how Jesus breaks the chains in people lives. The world does not know how to give life but Jesus does.

Title: Breaking the Chains Theme: Jesus can break the chains the world tries to place on us. Text: Mark 4:35 – 41, 5:1 – 20 Note: Quotes are from J. Sidlow Baxter’s Awake My Heart devotional on July 10th Opening Scripture: Then they came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Take My Yoke Upon You

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Jan 4, 2011

Its Gods desire that our soul has rest.

Matthew 11:29 The same pain that Jesus felt are you willing to feel it if that’s what he wants? Trials will make you stronger if you go through them; I’m not talking about surviving them; I’m talking about going through them with his faith alive and active. When we go through trials with his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers Of Being Unequally Yoked In Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2025

what fellowship can light have with darkness?

The Bible warns believers against being "unequally yoked" with unbelievers in marriage. This warning is found in 2 Corinthians 6:14, which says, "Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

2 Corinthians Series: Yoking Not Yolking Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 3, 2025

We are in the world and need to push, pull, and travel through this life with those who follow Christ. Our closest companions and partners and influences should belong Him; not of this world.

2 CORINTHIANS SERIES YOKING NOT YOLKING 2 CORINTHIANS 6:1-18 2corandmore PERSON FROM CONGREGATION READS 2 CORINTHIANS 6:1-18 (ESV) “Working together with Him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. 2 For He says, “In a favorable time I listened to you, and in a day of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Siege Is Over

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 19, 2025

God is able to break every siege and turn captivity into freedom by His word and power.

THE SIEGE IS OVER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:1-19 Key Verse: “And Elisha said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, Tomorrow about this time shall a measure of fine flour be sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, in the gate of Samaria.” — 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking God's Heart

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 11, 2003

The heart break God experiences when we disobey Him is discussed. His sorrow is birthed out of a deep longing for us to enjoy th fulness of His good provision for our lives.

Breaking God’s Heart Hosea 11:1-8 3-24-02 Intro: Have you ever Asked yourself the Question: What’s it like for God? We look at almost every experience in life from the perspective of –“How does this impact me?” I’m not saying that is altogether wrong- I’m just saying that is usually our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-6, Hosea 11:1-8

Denomination: Charismatic

How Can I Tell If I'm Becoming Yoked With The World?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 18, 2016

Last week I preached on 2nd Cor. 6 where Paul talks about not being yoked with unbelievers. But how can we know if that’s happening to us? In order to find out if we are heading in that dangerous direction we need to ask ourselves some key questions.

HOW CAN I TELL IF I’M BECOMING YOKED WITH THE WORLD? INTRODUCTION: Last week I preached on 2nd Cor. 6 where Paul talks about not being yoked with unbelievers. But how can we know if that’s happening to us? Oftentimes it’s not easy to tell. Satan is tricky; he’s subtle. It ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When All Hell Breaks Loose, God Breaks In

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on May 8, 2001

This sermon brings to light that no matter how terrible life may seem, God can break in and make a difference.

When All Hell Breaks Loose, God Breaks In Jonathan Lucas Text: Acts 16:16-30 Introduction: On April 20th, 1999, Cassie Bernall was a typical 17 year-old teenager, having a typical day. But with a single word she said that Tuesday, Cassie Bernall’s life and courage stirred the hearts of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-30, Acts 16:16

Denomination: Pentecostal