Sermons on Setting The Captives Free:

Rhyme & Reason

Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 22, 2001

Every young person can know that they have a purpose to their life by understanding three things God has done for us.

S-ubject: Purpose C-entral Theme: God gives us rhyme and reason to our lives O-bjective: Every young person can know that they have a purpose to their life by understanding three things God has done for us. R-ationle: Point #1: He has CALLED US Point #2: He has COMMISSIONED US Point #3: He ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Free To Choose How You’ll Be Saved!

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

Jesus bore the curse of the law so we wouldn’t have to.

I want to make a point as we begin today – and that is that there is often more than one way to do some things. The following test is used by Anderson consulting to see if people are qualified to be a “professional.” There are only 4 questions. See how you do… 1. How do ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Great Sayings Of Jesus - Sermon Ii: "the Truth Shall Make You Free" (John 8:32) Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 6, 2019

To know who and what we believe is a great challenge Christians face in these times of uncertainty and unhinged attacks on Christianity. To know the Lord is to know the truth is to be set free to enjoy the Christian life.

FOUR GREAT SAYINGS OF JESUS II A Series of Devotional Sermons Second Great Saying . . . “The truth shall make you free.” Throughout ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Inside The Mind

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Oct 11, 2013

Spiritually, on the battlefield of Christ or in the world, subject to the flesh; a captive.

Inside The Mind by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (10/11/2013) “For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Friends

For Jesus' Love 2 Leadership Traits

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 30, 2017

Job waited on the LORD to release him from captivity.

FOR JESUS’ LOVE 2 Leadership Traits By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (June 22, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Friends

The Titan Of Success Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 13, 2013

The god of success is a god that has taken many captive.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Over the past couple of weeks we have been looking at the Clash of The Titans, the battle between God and the gods we serve. • This week we are going to examine a god this world has to offer that many people bow themselves down before, the Titan of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Behold The Lamb: A Message Of Liberation And Witness

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 17, 2026

This passage speaks to us across the centuries with a message that resonates deeply with our struggle, our hope, and our calling as a people.

Opening Church, this morning I want to direct your attention to John's Gospel, chapter 1, verses 29 through 42. This passage speaks to us across the centuries with a message that resonates deeply with our struggle, our hope, and our calling as a people. When John the Baptist looked up and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Methodist

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

A Message From Prison-To Those On The Inside

Contributed by Mark Jones on Jun 15, 2009

Jeremiah’s call to God for great and mighty revelation from the inside of the King’s prison, discussing the prisons we see in our lives and God’s ability and willingness to set us free.

A Prison Sermon-To Those On The Inside Jeremiah 33: 1-3 1 While Jeremiah was still confined in the courtyard of the guard, the word of the LORD came to him a second time: 2 "This is what the LORD says, he who made the earth, the LORD who formed it and established it—the LORD is his name: 3 ’Call ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:1-3, Isaiah 33:1

Denomination: Methodist

Why Believe In Jesus Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 29, 2010

God calms hearts with astounding promises to captivate believing souls.

Scripture Introduction For the disciples, quality time with Jesus in the Upper Room has not been pleasant. First, the Lord embarrasses them by taking the form of a slave and washing their feet (an act far beneath his dignity, especially since they felt so acutely that it was beneath theirs). Then ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons From Oz: Living Like A Scarecrow Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Aug 4, 2014

The second message in this series looks at the scarecrow. The scarecrow represents the need for absolute truth in life as he longed for a brain. Powerpoint is also available for this message. Just send me an email!

Lessons from Oz: Living like a scarecrow John 8:32, 36 John 8:32-36 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” They answered him, “We are Abraham’s descendants and have never been slaves of anyone. How can you say that we shall be set free?” Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Danger Of Drug Abuse And Substance Addiction Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025

Drug abuse and substance addiction are not just social problems—they are spiritual attacks on destiny, identity, and purpose.

THE DANGER OF DRUG ABUSE AND SUBSTANCE ADDICTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Proverbs 20:1 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:18, Galatians 5:19-21, 1 Peter 5:8, Romans 12:1-2, John 8:36 INTRODUCTION: In today’s society, drug abuse and substance addiction are destroying ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Proverbs 20:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fight The Right Enemy

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 16, 2018

Evil people are not your enemy. They are your mission.

2 Corinthians 10:3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: :4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds Ephesians 6:12 KJV For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Greater Freedom

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 2, 2007

Some feel that they have "crossed the point of no return" in regards to habitual sin, mistakes, and blunders in life. Be set free by finding out how merciful and forgiving God really is toward your faults.

WHEN IT COMES TO FREEDOM, I DON’T THINK THERE HAS EVER BEEN ANY THING GREATER IN THIS WORLD THAT HAS ARRESTED MORE PEOPLE INTO BONDAGE THAN UNNECESSARY GUILT. I CAN’T IMAGINE HOW MANY PEOPLE STILL CARRY WITHIN THEM THE BURDEN OF PAST MISTAKES, HEAVINESS OF HEART OVER BROKEN RELATIONSHIPS AND ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:9-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

When You Tell Them About The Baby, Tell Them He Grew Up

Contributed by Samuel Bass on Jan 3, 2006

The sermon is intended to invite the listener to encourage others during this season not only by retelling the birth of Christ, but the awesome things done in His life.

When You Tell Them About the Baby, Tell Them He Grew Up Isaiah 61:1-2, Luke 2:11 Many people associate this day as a day to tell a wonderful story. Christians and non-Christians alike tell of the birth of Jesus. • Some tell it just out of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-2

Denomination: Baptist