Sermons on Captives:

Boot Camp

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011

Using the Boot Camp metaphor would lend itself to Moses being a leader ----much like a drill sergeant. In this episode Moses encountered the unhappy campers in the their exodus from Egyptian captivity.

BOOT CAMP Text: Exodus 17:1- 7 Anyone who was ever in the military is familiar what with the term Boot Camp. When a veteran hears the term Boot Camp, they can recall not only the branch of service that they were in, but also how intense the training was for them when they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Blessings Of The Freedom Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 26, 2022

According to Prophet Isaiah, anointing leads to preaching, anointing helps to bind up the broken-hearted, and anointing motivates to proclaim the good news to the captives. Anointing releases the prisoners from the darkness.

Theme: Blessings of Freedom Text: Isaiah 61:1-11 Introduction: The first and foremost larger prophetic book of Isaiah reveals the Secret of Freedom is the Anointing of the Holy Spirit. The anointing is the empowerment of a new life, and new vision. This is the prophecy about the work of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

God’s Call To Revival - Book Of Ezra

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 27, 2020

Today's message looks at several insights from the book of Ezra in God's call to revival in their return to the Promised Land after the 70 years of captivity to Babylon.

God’s Call to Revival Book of Ezra ** Watch: https://youtu.be/GTBwPs7diNk Yesterday we joined with churches around the world for “The Return” simulcast from Washington D.C. This was not only a movement for America, but it was one that went throughout the world, as the church gathered on this day ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

At The Edge

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

Just as the Israelites moved from captivity in Egypt to the promise of new beginnings, we journey with God, learning about life's fragility while holding onto the hope of forever.

Our spiritual journey often mirrors the ancient story of the Red Sea. Just as the Israelites moved from captivity in Egypt to the promise of new beginnings, we journey with God, learning about life's fragility while holding onto the hope of forever. 1. Trusting When We Can't See ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Back To Egypt

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Jul 2, 2024

When the children of Israel were in captivity in Egypt, God raised up a leader, a deliverer, Moses to be the vessel He will use to finally bring his people out of bondage, out of slavery.

When the children of Israel were in captivity in Egypt, God raised up a leader, a deliverer, Moses to be the vessel He will use to bring his people finally out of bondage, out of slavery. If you remember the story of Moses, he was born to a Hebrew family but raised as an Egyptian prince in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unseen Battle Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 6, 2021

In addition to a prayer of repentance, Daniel also offered up a prayer for the release of the Jews from their captivity in Babylon. Yet, the answer to his prayer was delayed, and it had something to do with an unseen battle.

In Daniel chapter 9 (which I said would be our last message in this series) we see where Daniel took it on himself to intercede on behalf of all the people of Israel who were in captivity in Babylon; and Daniel was just one individual, yet the Lord heard his supplication. Daniel’s prayer reminds ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-23, Daniel 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Breaks Yokes

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025

A yoke is a symbol of bondage, limitation, oppression, and struggle. Many people carry invisible burdens that hinder their progress in life. Jesus has come to set the captives free and break every yoke.

JESUS BREAKS YOKES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing." – Isaiah 10:27 Supporting Texts: Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Joy Of Our Salvation: An Exposition Of The 126th Psalm

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 5, 2020

The pilgrim is one who sees the joy at the end of the journey and is joyful even in hardship. 3rd Sunday of Advent. A Psalm of Ascents.

The Joy of our Salvation: An Exposition of the 126th Psalm The 126th Psalm is a collection of 15 psalms which are known as the Songs Of Ascents. The Hebrew word is hard to define, but some think that because there were 15 steps leading up to the altar of the Temple, that each of these psalms were ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6, Psalm 137:9, Haggai 2:3, Nehemiah 1:2-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Four Heavenly Voices Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Dec 13, 2005

God speaks four words of comfort, instead of judgment, to his wounded children, and releases them, and us, from those things that hold us captive. And these are voices we all need to hear.

Back in August, many people were glued to their televisions as the tragic events of hurricane Katrina’s onslaught unfolded in New Orleans. With mandatory evacuations ordered, over a million people left the area successfully, traveling to Houston, Dallas, and other cities. This was the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

Dead People Can't Change? Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Jul 23, 2005

Many Believers are falling into one of Satan’s oldest tricks. They are allowing what is very clearly declared and known from Scripture to be held captive by what they, personally, don’t know.

Over time, questions are expressed whether as a direct inquiry or by many other means. Some of these questions have a direct effect on our Christian life, our Bible knowledge and the church function. Because our series on Redemption has been interrupted by vacation, and other things, I thought it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-30

Prayer: A Warfare

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 23, 2014

One of the prescribed weapons to destroy the recrimination of Satan is prayer. As you stand in holiness,whatsoever you decree shall come to pass. You should bring into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.

“For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds;) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

Denomination: Anglican

Why Would Anyone Want To Back T O Egypt When The Promis Land Is Yours!

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 16, 2012

For the Children of Israel Egypt was their place of bandage, held in captivity for hundreds of years they suffered a cruel and inhumane lifestyle. They began to worship idols and assume all characteristics of their captors. However, God heard their desp

“Why would anyone want to go back to Egypt - When the Promise Land is yours!” By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- Numbers play a very important role in the Bible. Not every number represents something but the numbers 1-12 have a very specific meaning to them. We are all aware that ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-4

Denomination: Apostolic

Breaking Free From Bondage

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

Bondage is any condition that keeps a person in captivity, preventing them from fulfilling God’s purpose for their life. It manifests in various forms, including spiritual, emotional, mental, physical, financial, social, and generational bondages.

BREAKING FREE FROM BONDAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:36 – "If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1, Galatians 5:1, Romans 8:1-2 INTRODUCTION Bondage is any condition that keeps a person in captivity, preventing ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36, Isaiah 61:1, Galatians 5:1, Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life, Liberty, And The Pursuit Of Holiness

Contributed by Phil Smith on Feb 23, 2009

The pursuit of happiness is a western deception that even takes Christians captive. As followers of Christ, we are in the pursuit of holiness; to glorify God by becoming what he means for us to be. Holiness is the wonderful opportunity of grace.

Ro 8:22-23 - 22We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. 23Not only so, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. (NIV) 1. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sixth Bowl: Euphrates Dried Up, Three Unclean Spirits Gather The Kingdoms.. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 18, 2018

They are of their father the devil; they are influenced by him, he works through them to accomplish his objectives, and leads them captive at his will; they do his lusts, and are murderers and liars, and false teachers, like him.

Book of Revelation By: Tom Lowe Date: 4/21/17 Lesson: IV.B.7: Sixth bowl(Revelation 16:12-16) Revelation 16:12-16 (KJV) 12 And the sixth angel poured out his vial upon the great river Euphrates; and the water ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:12-16

Denomination: Baptist