Sermons on Forced:

The Cellar (Seller) Of Bondage

Contributed by Dean Defino on Aug 12, 2023

Freedom is a magical word that stirs deep emotions in all of us. True freedom comes only through Christ.

The Cellar (Seller) of Bondage Or If there’s a tax, it ain’t free! Jhn 8:31-36 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” They answered him, “We are Abraham's ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, John 14:6

"Ready-Break"

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 15, 2004

TODAY – I want to talk about a dream… AND – it’s not a dream about; Model T’s, air planes, financial security - or the Super Bowl – it’s a dream about the church….

“Ready – Break!” If you have your bibles I want to read several passages of Scripture that will kind of serve as a foundation for our study today… The LORD had said to Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you. "I will make you into a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Constraining Jesus

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

If we really want the presence of Jesus we must put a demand upon him, He is always passing by but he will only come in where he is invited.

II Ki 4:8 And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. (KJV) THE PROPHET = THE WORD OF GOD constrained (KJV) 2388 chazaq (khaw-zak’); a primitive ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Will Of Man

Contributed by Ian Turton on May 24, 2004

We must learn to use our will as an offensive weapon against satan. We must daily take authority over our will & conform it to God’s will. We must be willing to say, “My will is no longer my own”. Daily you must dedicate your will to doing the will of God

Luke 11:2 (NKJV) 2So He said to them, “When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Jesus taught His disciples & indeed us, what we have termed ‘the Lord’s prayer’. He indicated the importance of the Will of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:2, Luke 22:42, Luke 22:41-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sacrifice Of The Savior

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 12, 2004

This is a devotional writtren for our church newsletter on the death of Jesus.

The Sacrifice of the Savior Romans 5:8 There is no credible historian that denies the crucifixion of Jesus because it is so well documented in other ancient sources. The Roman crucifixion was likely one of the most horrible methods of execution ever devised. In essence, it is a long, agonizing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Power Of Earnest Prayer Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007

The power of earnest prayer is amazing. We should not be surprised when God moves.

The Power of Earnest Prayer Acts 12:1-16 Acts 13:1-12 Intro Acts 12-13 offers interesting glimpses of two congregations at prayer. The Jerusalem church is described in Acts 12 and the Antioch church in Acts 13. These chapters show the relationship between prayer and come crucial concerns in the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Landmine Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Ken Pettigrew on Mar 23, 2007

The power of encouragement in the daily life of the believer. When we are presented with a challenge, and everything we know has been taken from us, we must stand on faith and follow the direction of God, without the involvement of our emotions.

The Landmine of Discouragement I Samuel 30:1-6 David was distressed for the people spake of stoning him. There have been plenty of times in our lives where we are discouraged. We get distressed for various reasons. Sometimes it is because we are under attack. Other times it is because we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Take To Live The Christian Life? Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015

PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST BASIC QUESTIONS WE ASK OURSELVES AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST IS, “HOW DOES SOMEONE GO ABOUT LIVING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE?”, OR, “WHAT ARE THE CHARACTERISTICS OF LIVING FOR CHRIST?”

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO LIVE THE CHRISTIAN LIFE? Philippians 2:17-24 But even if I am being poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I rejoice and share my joy with you all. 18  You too, I urge you, rejoice in the same way and share your joy with me. 19  But I hope ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Heart-In-Mouth-Adventure!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 28, 2013

Your steely faith, commitment, sturdy determination and passionate love for God is proved and revealed during times of severe crisis!

Heart-in-mouth-Adventure! Job 23:10’But He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth as gold.’ For the first time Mitsubishi had conducted a rally in Hyderabad city, in which, Pajero vehicle owners were made to drive through slushy terrains, steep roads and ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Coming Together!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 22, 2013

"Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success."

Coming together! Genesis 11:4”And they said, "Come, let us build ourselves a city, and a tower whose top is in the heavens; let us make a name for ourselves, lest we be scattered abroad over the face of the whole earth." Observe the words, ‘Come, let us build ourselves a city, and a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The End Is Near How Do We Respond?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 23, 2013

Since the end is near how should we respond?

Luke 21:5-19 The End is near so how do we respond? 1. This must be the End • Today reading Jesus paints a vivid picture of the end • It is a time when creation is in revolt . 11There will be great earthquakes, famines and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Methodist

Behind The Scenes Of The Crucifixion

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 5, 2013

Behind the scenes of Jesus' death, there was a war going on...

Today and Thursday, we are going to get a behind the scenes look at the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. Listen to these verses from Revelation chapter 12: 7 And there was war in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. 8 But he was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Wanted: Floodlight Of Treasure To Undo The Works Of Darkness! Series

Contributed by Aderemi Ojikutu on Mar 14, 2013

Welcome to the arena of rude speech (2 Cor.11:6). Every child or student that fails to do the assignment of the father or teacher, is qualified for many stripes!(Luke 12:47-48). Are you still in doubt or wondering why things seem to have turned against yo

'Jesus answered, are there not twelve hours in a day? If any man walk in the day, he stumbleth not, becaue he seeth the light of this world. But if a man walk in the night, he stumbleth, because there is no light in him...'(John 11:9-10) '...and when thou hast found it, then there shall be a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44, 1 John 11:1-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Occult

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 27, 2010

❶. Definition of the Occult ❷. Characteristics of the Occult ❸. Who Gets Involve in the Occult ❹. Why Such an Interest in the Occult ❺. What Does the Bible Say

Today occult philosophy embrace every area of our society. - Police departments request psychics to solve crimes. - College students are addicted to fantasy games (Dungeons and Dragons) which introduce them to the world of the occult through role-playing. - Well-known science fiction writers ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

I Have 7 Words For You

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

How do we handle tough situations. Jeremiah had continual tough situations to deal with ... let’s see how he dealt with them.

I have 7 words for you 1) Background to the exile a) Prophets speak b) Assyria – Israel – scatter c) Babylonia – Judah – exile d) No one listened to Jeremiah. Thrown in jail. But his prophecies came to pass e) We need to understand the importance of ‘the land’ to Israel. All of God’s promises ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal