Sermons on Held In Slavery:

Remember My Chains Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 24, 2008

Like some of Paul’s companions in prison, we may be held back by tasks too small, by shame, or even by our own prejudices. But once we accept our limitations as part of God’s will, they become ways to help others and fulfill our life callings.

If you suffer severe limitations, what do you wish for? What is your prayer, if you are bound by something that keeps you from doing what you really want to do? Do you wish you could be free from it? Likely you do. Do you even pray that you might have that limitation removed? I expect that I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-18

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Who You Are Part #3 Your Identity In God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 11, 2025

HAM – THE YOUNGEST SON OF NOAH, BORN PROBABLY ABOUT 96 YEARS BEFORE THE FLOOD; AND ONE OF EIGHT PERSONS TO LIVE THROUGH THE FLOOD. HE BECAME THE PROGENITOR OF THE DARK RACES; NOT THE NEGROES, BUT THE EGYPTIANS, ETHIOPIANS, LIBYANS AND CANAANITES

Understanding Who You Are You Identity in God By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Part 3 PRAYER: - My desire today is to try to bring this all together, I need to bring about 1960 years’ worth of history in about a 45 minute to an hour lesson. So, pray with me and for me as I bring this out in ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Apostolic

A Rags To Riches Christmas

Contributed by Robert Walderman on Dec 21, 2018

At Christmas we recognize that "Christ became poor" for our sakes. But we overlook the fact that because of what He did, "we become rich!"

“A Rags to Riches Christmas”- Heb.2:10-3:1 Thomas Waterfield was born in Springtown Camp, in Derry, Northern Ireland. After the war there was an intense housing shortage in the area. Shanty apartments were incredibly dangerous. The people of the area decided to leave the slum and squat at ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Three Crosses

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 19, 2018

Jesus was crucified with two criminals. Three crosses, three very different individuals. One died in sin, one died to sin and one died for sin. Let's see what we can take away from this situation and what we can learn from what each person was focused on.

THREE CROSSES Jesus was crucified with two criminals. Three crosses, three very different individuals. One person died in sin, one died to sin and one died for sin. Let's see what we can take away from this situation and find out what we can learn from what each person was focused on. 1) The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are Slaves

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 20, 2022

When you look at lives of the apostles Paul, Peter, James and John, what did hey have in common with Jesus? This message looks at what it takes to be like Jesus.

Good evening everyone. You are the blessed of the Lord. I really enjoyed that quiet time. I really enjoyed that quiet time. As I was thinking about the message, I started to think about some of the truths — T-R-U-T-H-S — in scripture that have been destroyed by many in the Church. They have taken ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16-18, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Matthew 27:6-9, 1 Peter 1:18-20, Philippians 2:1-8, John 5:19, John 5:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis 43-45 God In The Middle Of The Mess.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 2, 2024

Joseph's journey from favoured son, to slave, to servant, to prisoner, to prophet, to Prime Minister. Why because God had a plan. God has a plan for your life also.

Genesis 43-45: God in the middle of the mess. We have been journeying with Joseph through his sale into slavery, imprisonment, interpretation of dreams and then into the role of what we could describe as the Prime-Minister of Egypt appointed because of his wisdom by the Pharoah. His brothers had ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, John 10:10, James 1:2-4, James 1:12, Matthew 7:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Friends In Low Places Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 13, 2024

Naaman lived because he reluctantly listened to people who were “beneath” him. He left Syria because of a captured slave who kindly told him where to find healing. He wanted to speak to Israel's king, but it was a prophet’s assistant who told him where to go for healing.

As fall is here, our church family is examining the life of Elisha. Elisha shows us how to remain faithful during challenging times. Our God always leaves His light for us even in the most troubling of times. Elisha’s life is the story of God’s bright light in the darkest of skies. I invite you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-7, 2 Kings 5:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Should I Do When Others Do Not Respect My Personal Freedoms In Christ?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Do not let other people squeeze you into their mold through man made rules, regulations and restrictions. Paul wrote, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."

Biblical solutions for the problems people face with personal freedoms? Illustration: Dr. Henry Cloud’s most popular book Boundaries, teaches Christian how they can successfully set up borders that will shield them from being overwhelmed by abusive people, difficult circumstances or personal ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do We Truly Remember? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 16, 2009

So many people don’t understand that FREEDOM comes with a price. The blood of millions of many fine soldiers has paid for the freedoms we enjoy today! Likewise, the blood of a tiny lamb was the price for freedom of those bound in slavery in Egypt. Our fre

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 18, 2009 Date Preached: May 24, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Are We Ready to Love – Remembering Back? Sermon Title: Do We TRULY Remember? Sermon Text: Exodus 12:1-14 1 The LORD said to Moses and Aaron in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Forgotten By God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Joseph’s life is a roller coaster ride with incredible highs and depressing lows. Last week we saw the first “big dip” and this week – sold into slavery and falsely accused Today, we observe the second “big dip” in the life of Joseph, forgotten in prison.

The story acts like a mini-novel tucked away at the end of Genesis. With every turn of the page, you find yourself saying, “You’re not going to believe what happens next!” Joseph’s life is a roller coaster ride with incredible highs and depressing lows. Last week we saw the first “big dip” and this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom Is Already Ours Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 5, 2015

We cannot go back into a life of slavery (mainly because we would enjoy our sin). Do we wish to become slaves again? If not; we need to listen to the Word; to not be a slave; we need to live completely for Christ ... in total submission.

Freedom is Already Ours Galatians, Part 9 Galatians 4:21 – 5:1 Introduction - Purpose of the letter 1. To teach 2. To correct 3. To point us to Jesus - Recap from last week: - IMP: We ought to be able to show the world who we serve by our actions/words - This is the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Golden Calf Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 16, 2022

How did Israel get so misguided? How could it happen? God just rescued them from slavery. The very first thing the people do is make an image and worship the image. The worship of the golden calf is tragic. Could anything be more tragic?

Why worship an object when the living God offers a relationship? There is no good reason. It was so misguided for the Israelites to form the golden calf image and worship it. So tragic for this to happen. What we hope to gain from this passage is that we will seek the true God Almighty with all our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 26, 2007

The cross is the centerpiece of history. We should be able to understand and articulate the implications of what happened on Golgotha Hill 2000 years ago.

TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 1:18 TITLE: “THE MEANING OF THE CROSS” OPEN: A. A university student was seen wearing a T-shirt with a large “K” printed on it. Someone asked him what the “K” stood for and he replied, “Confused.” The person who asked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Apr 14, 2001

Description of a Wedding Ceremony held at The Carisma Church, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada http://www.carismachurch.com (Note: This Ceremony was prepared for a small wedding without Musicians or singers. All the musical tracks where previously recorded on a special CD and are in Order)

WEDDING CEREMONY (Note: This Ceremony was prepared for a small wedding without Musicians or singers. All the musical tracks where previously recorded on a special CD and are in Order) PROCESSION OF USHERS AND BRIDAL PARTY MUSICAL PROCESSION —TRACK 1 PROCESSION OF FLOWER GIRLS, RING BOY, BRIDE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-13, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Apr 14, 2001

Description of a Wedding Ceremony held at The Carisma Church, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada http://www.carismachurch.com (Note: This Ceremony was prepared for a small wedding without Musicians or singers. All the musical tracks where previously recorded on a special CD and are in Order)

WEDDING CEREMONY (Note: This Ceremony was prepared for a small wedding without Musicians or singers. All the musical tracks where previously recorded on a special CD and are in Order) PROCESSION OF USHERS AND BRIDAL PARTY MUSICAL PROCESSION —TRACK 1 PROCESSION OF FLOWER GIRLS, RING BOY, BRIDE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

Denomination: Baptist