Sermons on Out Of Captivity:

Experiencing The Depths Of Jesus Christ: Launching Out Toward The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2024

Delving into the Christian classic "Experiencing the Depths of Jesus Christ" by Jeanne Guyon. Looking at what it means to have a deep, meaningful relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Looking at our heart, God's heart, and union with God's heart.

Today we’re going to set out on an adventure. We’re going to launch out into the depths of God and seek to discover a beautiful mystery, called “the depths of Jesus Christ.” We all long I think for a deeper more meaningful relationship with God. Yet I think for a lot of us it may seem out of reach. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, John 7:34, Romans 8:32

Denomination: Salvation Army

Bring Out A Blind And Deaf People! (Isaiah 43:8-15) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on May 17, 2024

God's (exilic) people are currently blind and deaf, which makes it hard for them to be good servants. God encourages them to change that-- to "acknowledge" and "trust" Him, and understand that God is He Who Remains.

My daughter is wrapping up a in interesting class right now on how to be an effective teacher for students with special needs. There are students who are disruptive. There are kids who struggle to focus, and learn. There are also kids who have disabilities, of one type or another. With these ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:8-15, Isaiah 42:16

United In Harmony: Living Out The Call Of Romans 15:5-6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 20, 2024

Romans 15:5-6 calls us to unity and harmony as believers. In a world often divided by differences, the call to live in harmony with one another is more relevant than ever.

United in Harmony: Living Out the Call of Romans 15:5-6 Introduction: Today, we explore Romans 15:5-6, a passage that calls us to unity and harmony as believers. In a world often divided by differences, the call to live in harmony with one another is more relevant than ever. Let’s delve into these ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:5-6, Colossians 3:14, Ephesians 4:2-3, Philippians 2:2, 1 Peter 3:8, Romans 15:6, Romans 15:5, John 17:21, Psalm 133:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are The Seeds Still In The Barn Or Have We Taken Them Out For Planting? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 14, 2023

In this passage of scripture, Jesus tells the parable of the four soils in Mark 4:1-9. Then in Mark 4:10-25, Jesus gives an explanation about the parable of the four soils.

Jesus used parables to instruct the people. Parables are brief tales utilizing recognizable scenes to clarify spiritual truth. This technique for educating urges the audience to think. It disguises the truth from the individuals who are excessively obstinate or biased to hear what is being ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When God's People Cry Out, He Responds Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 9, 2024

Throughout the Bible, we see a consistent pattern that when God's people cry out to Him in prayer, He responds.

Throughout the Bible, we see a consistent pattern that when God's people cry out to Him in prayer, He responds. This is a fundamental principle of the Christian life, and it's a truth that can bring us comfort, hope, and encouragement in times of need. In the Bible, we see numerous ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:23-25, Psalm 107:1-9, Hebrews 11:6

Living Out Faith. Wisdom From The Book Of James. James 1

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 17, 2024

Learning how to walk more in our faith in the Lord like James did. James was a great example of keeping the priorities in order.

Living out Faith, Wisdom from the Book of James. Stand with me and hold up your Bible and repeat after me, This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Pour Out Your Worship - John 12:1-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 1, 2025

John 12:1-11 teaches us what it means to truly worship Jesus—not just with our words but with our whole lives.

Go! And Pour Out Your Worship - John 12:1-11 Introduction: A Moment of Extravagant Worship Picture the scene: Jesus is reclining at a dinner table in Bethany. The fragrance of a costly perfume fills the air. Mary, the sister of Lazarus, has just broken open a jar of expensive oil and poured it ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11, Luke 9:23, 2 Corinthians 2:15, Matthew 10:28, Romans 10:9, 1 Corinthians 15:17, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Six Steps Out Of Lack (Each Of The Six Could Be Part Of A Series.)

Contributed by Carlton Coon on Aug 25, 2024

The marriage feast at Cana would have been identified by lack. Except a handful of servants obeyed Christ, which changed empty to abundance.

Eleven Precious Verses open the story. John 2:9 When the ruler of the feast had tasted the water that was made wine, and knew not whence it was: (but the servants which drew the water knew;) the governor of the feast called the bridegroom, 10 And saith unto him, Every man at the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:9-11, John 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Does God Bring Us Out Of Our Difficult Situations?

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 15, 2024

God gives us a unique revelation about himself to bring us out of our difficulties.

In our difficult situations, God gives us a unique revelation about himself to bring us out of our difficulties. This revelation will comfort, sustain, and bring us out of our difficulties. This revelation will be a lifetime blessing or asset that can be used many times in the future. Some of these ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:13

Go! And Live Out His Love - 1 John 3:16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 3, 2025

John the Apostle tells us we know what real love is—not by looking to Hollywood, not by consulting philosophy, but by looking to Jesus Christ and His cross.

Go! And Live Out His Love - 1 John 3:16 1 John 3:16 (NLT): "We know what real love is because Jesus gave up his life for us. So we also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters." Introduction If you asked the average person on the street, “What is love?” you would get a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16, Romans 5:8, Luke 23:34, Philippians 2:3-5, John 13:34-35, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Have Given You Authority - Stepping Out Of Survival Into Dominion Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 28, 2025

Today is not just the last Sunday of the year 2025. It is a spiritual checkpoint. We are not here to merely thank God for survival. We are here to receive instruction for dominion.

I HAVE GIVEN YOU AUTHORITY Stepping Out of Survival into Dominion Anchor Scripture: Luke 10:19 (NIV) “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.” INTRODUCTION: THE END IS NOT A CLOSING — IT IS A HANDOVER Today ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:19, Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Charismatic

The Wrathful Love Of God - Did God Pour Out His Wrath On Jesus?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 27, 2019

This is a multi-part message - There is a growing belief that God does not need to punish people for sin and that His wrath is directed specifically against all the ungodly behavior and unrighteousness of humanity.

There is a growing belief in the Church that God does not need to punish people for sin and that His wrath is directed specifically against all the ungodly behavior and unrighteousness of humanity that is damaging them, hurting them, causing them to sin against each other, and anything contrary ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 22:23, Colossians 1:9, John 14:8-11, John 8:29, John 16:32, John 3:16, Ephesians 2:3, Psalm 22:1-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thoughts

Contributed by Eric Routon on Mar 27, 2008

The enemy attacks us through our thoughts. We must take all of our thoughts captive, drag them to Christ and let Him make them obedient.

Thoughts Prepared by: H. Eric Routon August 7, 2007 “For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"the Gospel According To Forrest Gump" Series

Contributed by Dr. David C. Penn on Dec 14, 2019

Having watched the captivating film entitled “Forrest Gump” with a great deal of interest, I was impressed to a large degree by this man whose lifestyle embodied “INTEGRITY,” “HONESTY,” and “SIMPLICITY!”

While watching the movie entitled “Forrest Gump,” I laughed when Forrest laughed! I found myself cheering when Forrest ran through opposing teams to score a number of touchdowns! I was moved with compassion when he lost his best friend in the Vietnam War! I became excited when I heard the nostalgic ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Were Like Those Who Dreamed

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 10, 2016

Psalm 126 chronicles the joy of their return from captivity, their prayers for others still in bondage, and God's instruction to plant the seed of the Gospel, even in tears, for a great harvest will come.

WE WERE LIKE THOSE WHO DREAMED Ps. 126:1-6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE CATCH 1. Ever since the firm he worked for went bankrupt, Benny has been looking for a job. Many months pass without success but then, one day, Benny rushes back home to his wife Cindy with a big smile on his face. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God