Sermons on Slave Master:

The Promise And Its Fulfilment Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 19, 2023

Our status before God changes when we believe in Christ. We are sons of God, we are one in Christ and we are Abraham's offsprings, becoming heirs of God's promise.

Gal 3:27-4:7 The Promise and Its Fulfilment 3:23 Now before faith came, we were held captive under the law, imprisoned until the coming faith would be revealed. 24So then, the law was our guardian until Christ came, in order that we might be justified by faith. 25But now that faith has come, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13, Ephesians 2:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christian Paradoxes

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 5, 2017

Webster's defines a paradox as: "A statement contrary to common belief. A statement that seems contradictory, unbelievable, or absurd, but that may actually be true." There are paradoxes when it comes to Christianity. Let's take a look at some of them.

CHRISTIAN PARADOXES Webster's defines a paradox as: "A statement contrary to common belief. A statement that seems contradictory, unbelievable, or absurd, but that may actually be true." A paradox is something that's not necessarily a contradiction; just a contradiction in terms. There are some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25, Matthew 10:39, 1 Corinthians 1:18-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Wide Open

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Mar 4, 2006

What would it look like if you took yourself off of cruise control and began to live life pedal to the metal serving with all your heart? It would be living Wide Open.

Living Wide Open Acts 13:36 Recently sharing our church story with two church leaders from another local church. They asked "how did you raise all that money?" I never really thought of it that way. I didn’t know we had a choice of whether or not to raise the money we needed to do what God told ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Person Who Refreshes Others Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 3, 2009

Being a Christian who refreshes others is a great legacy!

Becoming A Person Who Refreshes Others (Philemon 1-7) 1. Coincidences: My experience with Dan Leach in Reston, VA. 2. Paul the Apostle recognized that coincidences are not always coincidences; there is more rhyme and reason in seemingly chance events than we can realize. 3. Paul had experienced ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Serve The Lord With Good Will

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2016

To show that we work here on earth not for human bosses but for the LORD's Glory and Honor.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you men's servant? No. I am GOD's servant II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we work here on earth not for human bosses but for the LORD's Glory and Honor. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:7 (Amplified Bible) Rendering service readily with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Breaking The Chains Of Addiction

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

Addiction may be strong, but Jesus is stronger. No matter how long you have been bound, the power of the cross is available to set you free. God’s desire is not only to deliver you but to give you the grace to live in lasting freedom.

BREAKING THE CHAINS OF ADDICTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:12-14 Supporting Texts: John 8:36, Galatians 5:1, Isaiah 10:27, James 4:7, 1 Corinthians 10:13 INTRODUCTION: Addiction is one of the strongest tools the enemy uses to keep people in bondage. It goes beyond bad habits—it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Taming Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2021

It can be a wild ride. It can be unruly and unreliable. However, as we learn to tame and train our money the ride to financial freedom is worth it!

Buck Wild Pt. 1 - Taming I. Introduction I know you don't know this but I have a ton of experience with horses. I know it isn't obvious but I am equine expert! Now, to be honest I have only ridden a horse about 3 or 4 times in my life but in my teen years I read every book in the Black ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Politics Of Praise - 1 Peter 2:13-17 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 18, 2024

Your placement in the world’s authority structure is a good thing – God’s perfect design. This message will help you appreciate the blessing of your earthly authorities.

1 Peter 2:13 Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is God's will that by doing good you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Called To Freedom

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 4, 2010

The message explores some of the implications of our freedom in Christ, encouraging believers to walk as free people.

“For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. “Look: I, Paul, say to you that if you accept circumcision, Christ will be of no advantage to you. I testify again to every man who accepts circumcision that he is obligated to keep the whole ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

How, And Why, Do We Abide In Jesus? (John 15:1-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 28, 2022

Abiding in Christ is not about spiritual disciplines. It's about obeying Jesus, above all else by loving his church.

Today, we have the privilege of working through John 15:1-17. Some of you will be familiar with these verses. And if that's you, as we start reading, you will maybe find yourself thinking that you already understand this passage. You won't expect to learn anything, or be challenged. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Oh The Places You Will Go Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 11, 2011

I used Seuss's Oh the Places you will go to introduce this message about choices and the choices that Joseph made and the consequences of those choices.

Oh, the places you’ll go Read Pages 1-17 What a great book. Here is a confession; I had never read this book before I decided on the series. The other three I had read or had read to me as a child and read them to my children but not “Oh the Places you’ll go.” I had quoted ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Cross

Contributed by Robert Walderman on Aug 10, 2020

“The Cross!” Before Jesus the cross was despised, a symbol of the worse kind of cruelty and horrific barbarity imaginable... But, after Jesus, the cross became the symbol of unconditional love, such sacrifice and forgiveness that it came to represent the whole Christian faith.

Today’s sermon is entitled simply, “The Cross!” Before Jesus the cross was despised, a symbol of the worse kind of cruelty and horrific barbarity imaginable. Its sole purpose was to execute offenders in the most hideous and protracted means, producing the greatest amount of pain and agony over an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-56

Denomination: Baptist

Pursuing Peace Through Praise

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 20, 2023

If you have ever had a situation where you lost your peace due to a situation you were dealing with - this message is for you. This is a personal testimony message.

Pursuing Peace Through Praise Scripture: Psalms 100; Acts 16:16-24; Psalm 8:2; John 14:27 This morning I wish to share with you a personal message that I’ve titled, “Pursuing Peace Through Praise.” For those of you who attended Bible study this week, some of this will sound familiar to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24, John 14:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conclusion And Summary Series

Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 19, 2003

The conclusion of Paul’s letter and a brief summary of the letter.

COLOSSIANS #5 (Much of the material comes from Barnes’ Notes, Electronic Database. Copyright (c) 1997 by Biblesoft.) Conclusion A. Commendation of Tychicus 4:7 9 COLOSSIANS 4:7 18 7 As to all my affairs, Tychicus, our beloved brother and faithful servant and fellow bond servant in the Lord, will ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Christian Church

James Son Of Zebedee - Authority In Action Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 19, 2005

When it comes to discipleship we have an overestimation of ourselves and our contribution to the kingdom. Jesus’ discussion with James reminds us that our place in the family of God, even when we make great contributions, is still only a gift of grace.

Mark 10:35-45 James son of Zebedee - authority in action Congregation in the Lord, Jesus spent three years teaching His disciples what it meant to be disciples. Jesus particularly wanted to ingrain into the disciples a certain attitude. Perhaps the most significant visual lesson Jesus gave on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist