Sermons on Freedom:

Chosen!

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 4, 2009

Predestination vs. Free Will...which is it?

3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, 4just as he chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless before him in love. 5He destined us for adoption as his children ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Joy Stealers

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 8, 2009

A Believer should be joyful...This message gives 3 stealers of your joy.

"JOY STEALERS" Gal 4:8-18 * For 2009 I’ve ask us to make this the “Year of Joy” with joy being understood as the acrostic, “Jesus-Others-Yourself”. In calling us to this Christ-like attitude we heard scriptures verses like this; “The Joy of the Lord is my strength”, “Restore to me the Joy of my ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

His Mission, Your Mission, My Mission

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 4, 2007

Sermon for Missions Conference, Evangelism focusing on "the heart of God."

HIS MISSION, MY MISSION, YOUR MISSION LUKE 4:14-22 INTRODUCTION: Life and how we live it sure can be pretty crazy sometimes, can’t it? Let me give you 3 illustrations of what I mean and how this is true. 1.)Dead Poet’s Society. Others “boxing” us in and determining our identity/roles for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Radical, Unconventional And Controversial - The Gospel Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Nov 6, 2015

What was the essence of the Gospel of the Kingdom? Jesus came preaching a gospel which cut across the norms of the day. He still proclaims a gospel that is radical, unconventional and controversial.

The Gospel of the Kingdom Matt 4:23 And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease among the people Ben Hur, Gladiators – epic Hollywood blockbusters depicting the glory and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Go! And Obey Jesus’ Commands Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 7, 2025

The commands of Jesus are not burdensome but life-giving, guiding us to live in alignment with God’s will. Let us explore ten key commands of Jesus and how they shape our daily walk of faith.

Go! And Obey Jesus’ Commands Introduction: Jesus said in John 14:15 (NLT), "If you love me, obey my commandments." His commands are not burdensome but life-giving, guiding us to live in alignment with God’s will. Today, we will explore ten key commands of Jesus and how they shape our ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15, Matthew 5:44, 1 John 4:7-8, Matthew 28:19-20, 2 Timothy 2:2, Philippians 4:4, James 1:2-3, John 15:5, Psalm 46:10, Matthew 4:17, 1 John 1:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Philippians 4:6, Matthew 18:21-22, Colossians 3:13, Mark 10:45, Galatians 5:13, Luke 6:38, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Luke 9:23, Galatians 2:20, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Israel Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Feb 25, 2023

Yahweh sent prophets to warn Israel before it was too late. They chose not to listen.

February 25, 2023 The stories presented in the next 3 sermons are an overlapping history. They tell the story of the gradual decay of both nations until they experienced the full consequences of their rebellion against God. First up ---- ISRAEL. Israel had 20 kings. 19 of them were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:20-29, 1 Kings 16:29-33, 2 Kings 17:3-24

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Warning Of The False Teachers Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 21, 2024

There have been these lying false prophets around through the ages. This would be like in a critical war the soldiers can’t just fight the enemy who wear a different uniform, but within their ranks wearing their same uniform are those who would work to see the enemy win to make a profit.

Peter is writing to the scattered Christians. In his first letter Peter mentions who he is writing to, the scattered Christians of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia. Peter is writing from a Roman prison and the Lord has told him his execution is near. He writes this last letter to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Courage And Faith

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 28, 2024

It explores the themes of courage, faith, and trust in God during difficult times, particularly when faced with ethical dilemmas.

Introduction Hi everyone, let's imagine this situation: I work at the VA, right? And I stumble upon something upsetting. I discovered that some of the bosses in our Community Living Centers, where we promise to look after our veterans, aren't doing the right thing. Now, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do What He Says PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the joy and fulfillment found in obedient discipleship, viewing God's commands not as burdens but as opportunities for blessings.

Good morning, beloved. It is truly a blessing to be in the presence of the Lord with all of you today. We are gathered here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has drawn us together to hear His word and to grow in our understanding ...read more

Scripture: John 2:3

Topics: Do, He Says

Overcoming Fear In Three Simple Steps PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 31, 2024

Encourages believers to overcome fear through faith in God, who is greater than any fear, and whose perfect love drives out fear.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It warms my heart to see each of you here today, gathered together in the spirit of unity and fellowship. We are here to seek wisdom from the Word of God, and to find strength and solace in His promises. Today, we are going to talk about a topic that is as old as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, 1 John 4:18

Topics: Fear

Beauty For Ashes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 9, 2024

Explores the promise, power, and purpose found in Isaiah 61, emphasizing the transformative role of Christ in our lives.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We find ourselves gathered here in the house of the Lord once more, not by accident, but by divine appointment. The Lord has a word for us today, a word that is as timely as it is timeless, as relevant to our present as it is rooted in ancient truths. We are ...read more

Topics: Beauty, Ashes

A New Home: Luke 8:26-39

Contributed by Christopher Metze on Sep 16, 2025

God calls us not to flee the people and places that have seen our worst, but to return and bear witness to His transforming power—so that those who once knew our “demons” can see the change for themselves and, through our testimony, become part of a community renewed by God.

Jesus and the disciples are rowing their boat toward the shore—toward a region called the Gerasenes. It’s Gentile territory—so it’s a place they’ve likely never been before and one they may already feel uneasy about. To the Jews, Gentile lands were unclean and unholy—filled with pagan practices ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Lutheran

You're Not Defined By Your Past PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Through God's unconditional love and the transformative power of Christ, we are offered a new life free from the chains of our past.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a message that is near and dear to my heart, and I hope it will resonate with yours as well. It's a message of unconditional love, redemption, and the transformative power of a new life in Christ. As we explore 2 Corinthians 5:17, let us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: Past Does Not Define

Acceleration & Execution PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the power of acceleration, the importance of executing God's plan, and the blessings that come from obeying the Lord, as demonstrated in the story of David's anointing in 1 Samuel.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into an incredible story from the book of 1 Samuel, where we'll discover the power of acceleration, the necessity of execution, and the blessing of obedience. Before we get started, I want to share a quote from A.W. Tozer who said, "To obey is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:12-13

Topics: Acceleration, Execution

The Mystery Of Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

Explores the mystery of Christ in Ephesians 3, emphasizing its power to break barriers, foster boldness, and build confidence in our faith.

Welcome, dear friends and fellow believers. We gather here today, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as kin in the family of God, united in our shared love for Christ and His Word. We are here to engage with the divine mystery that is the Gospel, to seek understanding, to find courage, and to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12

Topics: Mystery Of Christ