Sermons on Power Over Chains:

An All-Weather Love Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 18, 2007

How do "live for Christ"? Do we only do that when things are going our way? Or is our faith deeper and more focused on our love for Him?

OPEN: A young man’s fiancé had broken off their engagement. But a couple of months later, he received the following letter from her: Dearest Jimmy, No words could ever express the great unhappiness I’ve felt since breaking our engagement. Please say you’ll take me back. No one could ever take ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope. It Is Not Over Until.... Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jan 13, 2007

Hope. Not that sappy Oprah kind, but the biblical kind. The kind that says: In spite of the circumstances that surround you, God will hold hope for you, And beyond any explanation possible there will be joy.

This is a wonderful passage. There is so much that is packed in to these few words. I don’t know about you, but the first thing that jumps out at me is verse 8 – Place your finger there – and let’s look at it again…I see Peter, as he is writing this statement, saying it with….shock and awe. 8 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Commitment To Start Over

Contributed by Tommy Estes on Dec 28, 2005

Ever want to start over your life?

This morning, I invite your attention to the book of Ruth. This book is a great love story and throughout it, it demonstrates Gods providential care for mankind. We are not for sure who wrote the book of Ruth, although some have given Samuel the credit for such writing. In accordance with Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Death Passes Over

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Feb 12, 2020

Jesus is the Passover Lamb who takes away our sin. We are spared from God’s judgment and wrath. We are set free from our bondage to sin and darkness because we have placed our faith in JESUS! The blood of Jesus covers our sin. God sees the blood of Jesus on our lives, and death passes over us!

*** NOTE - Both a brief Children's Sermon and a full Adult sermon are included *** CHILDREN’S SERMON Who have we been studying the last three Sundays? Yes… MOSES... Last week, Moses asked Pharaoh (or the leader of the Egyptians) NINE TIMES to let the people of Israel go… and all 9 times, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Matthew 26:28, Romans 3:25, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Colossians 2:17, Romans 5:6-9, Exodus 12:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Over Fear

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

We are all thankful for every precious verse of scripture in the Word of God, but there are some verses we favor above others. One such verse is Psalm 56:3, we read, “What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.”

WHY IS THIS SUCH A FAVORITE VERSE OF SCRIPTURE FOR SO MANY? Because there are times in ALL OF OUR LIVES when we are AFRAID! Illus: In one movie, John Wayne, who is known for his toughness, was leading a bunch of young marines landing on the island of Iwo Jima. They were under heavy fire as they ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Over Fear

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 12, 2022

We are all thankful for every precious verse of scripture in the Word of God, but there are some verses we favor above others.

One such verse is Psalm 56:3, we read, “What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.” WHY IS THIS SUCH A FAVORITE VERSE OF SCRIPTURE FOR SO MANY? Because there are times in ALL OF OUR LIVES when we are AFRAID! Illus: In one movie, John Wayne, who is known for his toughness, was leading a bunch ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Chains: Juneteenth And The Biblical Call To Freedom Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jun 6, 2024

Exploring the Bible's call to freedom in relation to Juneteenth, focusing on the Bible's cry for freedom, the role of faith in liberation, and our call to be agents of freedom.

Hey, guys! Today, we're going to talk about something super important. It's called Juneteenth. Ever heard of it? It's a day that marks when enslaved African Americans in finally found out they were free. It's a big deal, and it's got a lot to do with what the Bible says about freedom. So, let's ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:7-10

Topics: Juneteenth, Biblical Freedom, Call To Freedom, Freedom Celebrations

Winning Over Worrying

Contributed by Pastor Michael Lampkin on Jun 10, 2004

This Sermon is talking about when Jesus told his disciples to dont worry about Clothes and food nor drink but what about your life. Is Your life more important than your Situation. I know the things in which you disre but if you would just Don’t Worry but

---------------The Gospel According to Matthew------------------------------------That 6th Chapter & 25-34 verse-------------------- 25: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unchained

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 13, 2013

If you are chained, bound to anyting that is contrary to the Will of God it is the anointing that will destroy the yoke. Unchained and set free.

“Unchained” Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Isaiah 10:27 “And it shall come to pass in that day, [that] his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing”. Galatians 5:1 “Stand fast ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:27

Denomination: Apostolic

Who Is This Man?

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 3, 2018

Ministry is filled with interruptions. Unseen & unplanned events occur while we head towards what we think we are suppose to be doing. God presents opportunities to turn these interruptions into displays of His Grace and Love. Yes it is about the journey.

Who is this man? Mark Chapter 5 Team building is a very important element in leadership. The Team needs clear objectives and purpose. In our time that has translated into "Mission Statements". These are often too wordy or broad to capture the essence of just what the goals are. Jesus was the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Power To Meet The World's Desperate Need Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2023

As God has authority over all of life, so Jesus has authority over all of life.

For the next 4 weeks we will be studying from the John 5. This chapter deals with the authority and power that Jesus has. In fact, chapter 5 reveals Jesus to be the Authority over all of life. Jesus is equal with God and that is claimed later on in this chapter. So, He is due the same worship, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Over Coming Discouragement

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 16, 2021

Next in series on John. Examines ways to overcoming discouragement when serving while not being appreciated

John 5 (3) Overcoming discouragement Why are so many people, and especially young people unhappy? To site just one example Reuters Reported in 2019 that suicidal thinking, severe depression, and self-injury among college age people in the United States more than doubled in the last decade. This ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

Triumphing Over Temptation Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014

The process of temptation and sin and how to short circuit the process.

When it comes to the sin in our lives, for many of us our first reaction is to blame someone else, perhaps even something like this. [“The Devil Made Me Do It” video] In a lot of ways, things haven’t changed a whole lot since Adam and Eve in the Garden. Let’s look at how ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer: #2: Power Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 2, 2009

Sermon #2 in the Power of Prayer series focuses on the Power of Prayer when we are plugged into God. The example is given of Peter being released from jail by an angel after the people prayed for him. Acts 12:1-19

The Power of Prayer:#2-POWER Ephesians 1:19-21 CHCC: June 14, 2009 (from Discover the Power of Prayer by Max Lucado) SKIT: TUNE UP Ed: Today we’re talking about the power of prayer. I want to start with a song about prayer. (start strumming with noticeably out of tune strings) Lawrence: Um ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 15 - Matthew 8:28-34 - An Unhealthy Desire For Power Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 7, 2010

THE DESIRE FOR POWER IS OFTEN THE DOORWAY FOR THE DEMONIC. These men couldn't be bound by chains but they were certainly bound by Satan. They were almost completely under the control Satan, enslaved to him.

Part 15 - Matthew 8:28-34 - AN UNHEALTHY DESIRE FOR POWER My daughter and son-in-law once lived in Parramatta in Sydney, quite near an old cemetery. It had historic significance for Sydney and was protected, I think, by the national trust. It angered me when it was vandalised. A part of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational