Sermons on Free Choice:

Independence Day, "Thank God I Am Free"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 4, 2011

We still live in the land of the free, the home of the brave, and why? All because of our relationship with the Great Creator, God Himself!! Were not in the minority, don't let them fool you. Were still in the majority, Praise the Lord!!

Independence Day, Thank God I am Free Today we honor our birth and founding as a nation, when we declared that we were going to exert our independence from anarchy and rule. Though you wont hear it on the news, or read it in the news paper, or in our childrens classrooms any more, It doesnt ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Freedom And Forgiveness Are Never Free - Memorial Day 2012

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on May 27, 2012

Memorial Day Service 2012.

Sermon Central.com video “Under God” Tomorrow is Memorial Day 2012. Tomorrow, all across the country people will revisit the burial sites of loved ones who have died. On Tuesday one will be able to drive past any given cemetery and be able to notice the beautiful array of colorful ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Friends

Bondage Or Liberty? You Choose: But Christians Are Free People!

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jun 29, 2015

The rules or laws of a nation or a church is not our main message, our main message, rather it is Jesus Christ’s liberating and soul saving love!

Bondage or Liberty? You Choose: But Christians Are Free People! Re: 4th of July Kelly Durant 7- 2015 John 8:36 36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. Gal 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Call That Frees Us….and Others Too!

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 10, 2015

When we follow Jesus, we believe that God has something better for us and all of humanity. That is the message of the readings from Jeremiah, Hebrews and Luke. We are to spread that message in our world by witnessing to God's love for us.

There is a story that Dr. Ian Paisley, the fiery Irish minister and politician, was preaching one Sunday on the end times, and in particular on the Day of Judgment. As he reached the climax of his address, he said that on the Day of Judgment, "there would be wailing and gnashing of teeth". At that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Anglican

Grumble-Free Zone - James 5:8-9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 30, 2022

How to win the war against irritability

When you are being mistreated, strengthen your heart (so that you don’t become double-minded) because His coming is near (we need to be ready for it). And be nice. Suffering tends to make us irritable with each other, but we must be peacemakers instead, lest we be judged. God hates ...read more

Scripture: James 5:8-9

Why Would A Free Man Go Back Into Bondage?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 9, 2016

"To tamper with the gospel is to trouble the church... Indeed the church's greatest troublemakers (now as then) are not those outside who oppose, ridicule and persecute it, but those inside who try to change the gospel... Conversely, the only way to....

Why Would A Free Man Go back into Bondage? Pt.4 Galatians 1:1-10NASB In the 1980s Hollywood created what became a authentic, film genre in which a bulked-up, heavily armed one-man fighting machine broke into prison camp's and rescued hostages, POWs, or kidnapped victims. Names like Sylvester ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Last Hours Of Jesus' Life - Free From Passivity

Contributed by Joanne Chan on May 18, 2018

In this sermon, we look at how the people mocked Jesus as he walked toward the hill of Golgotha, and contrast that with his encounter with Simon from Cyrene to see what it really means to carry the cross for Jesus.

Central theme: Jesus denied himself and took the punishment for us with total dedication. We should take up the cross and follow Jesus, which means denying our old self (our comfort, your desires) and live for God because God is leading us to an even better place. Opening: Think of a place ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:15-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Set Free By The Spirit Romans 8:1-2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 9, 2024

Romans 8:1-2 unveils the profound freedom we have through Christ Jesus. Let us explore how this truth can impact and shape our lives.

Set Free by the Spirit Romans 8:1-2 Introduction: Today, we dive into the transformative truths found in Romans 8:1-2. These verses unveil the profound freedom we have through Christ Jesus. Let us explore how this truth can impact and shape our lives. Let's begin by reading Romans 8:1-2 from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2, John 3:17-18, Colossians 2:13-14, Galatians 5:16-18, Romans 6:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

No "get Out Of Hell Free Cards" Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 26, 2024

Jude gives three examples (Israelites after the exodus, rebellious angels, the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah) of God's judgment on apostasy.

Jude 1:5-7 (Part 2) Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 2-25-2024 Deconstruction Joshua Harris wrote the best-selling Christian book, “I Kissed Dating Goodbye,” which sold almost two million copies, in his early 20s. By 30 years old, he was the pastor of a megachurch. He wrote ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Set Free From Shame: The Story Of The Samaritan Woman Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Encounters with Jesus can transform our lives, freeing us from shame and guilt, and turning us into people who share God's love with others.

Hey guys! Today, I want to share a story from the Bible that has a surprising twist at the end. But before we dive into the story, let's do a quick object lesson that will help us understand the main idea of the message. (Object Lesson: Fill a clear glass with dirty water. Then, pour clean water ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Topics: Divine Encounters, Jesus Teachings, Biblical Miracles, Spiritual Transformation

The Truth Shall Set You Free And Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 12, 2024

In this sermon we will delve into the biblical significance of truth and freedom, exploring the ways in which the truth of God's Word can set us free from the bondage of sin, lies, and deception.

In John 8:32, Jesus declares, "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." This verse has become a cornerstone of Christian teaching, emphasizing the liberating power of truth. But what does it mean to be set free by the truth? And how does this freedom manifest in our ...read more

Scripture: John 8:44, Psalm 119:160

Fence Straddling

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 2, 2009

There are some people who like to straddle the fence.

Acts 5:17-42 Verse 17-18-Why were they so courageous? They had seen Jesus raised from the dead. The soldiers may have been paid to tell people that they stole Jesus’ body - but they wanted the world to know the truth. The truth of the matter was that Jesus was raised from the dead! The threats of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 29, 2020

6 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. •But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT--VI— 1John 3:10--4:21 Attention: Painting any part of a house requires either a very steady hand or a massive amount of preparatory work. We had our house in Wesley Chapel, FL(New River Township) spray painted/It took the crew an entire day to prep our house. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

To Die Is Gain Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 30, 2023

Paul struggles with the dilemma of wanting to depart and be with Christ and staying and helping the Philippians grow in their faith

Technicolor Joy: Philippians 1:21-26 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-28-2023 Death is gain? Andrew Chong was a beloved doctor and elder at his church. He was in surgery and the doctor came out and told the family that there was nothing that they could do. The family was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Four Great Freedoms In Christ Sermon I: The Introduction Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 11, 2019

Every person must respond to God's offer of salvation and service through Jesus Christ. The choices are: reject or accept. To reject is to remain in bondage. To accept is to be set free!

FOUR FREEDOMS IN CHRIST SERMON I: THE INTRODUCTION Patriotism - love for and appreciation of country - became a part of me when I was seven years old. The year was 1941. World War II called forth that fighting spirit and undying devotion to country ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Romans 8:1-2, John 8:34-36