Sermons on Slaves:

Switching Gears To Freedom

Contributed by Jess Bousa on Dec 13, 2005

America was founded on the principle of Christian Liberty, where 95% of those who settled here were Christians. Today only about 5% of Americans are Christian. This country has traded Freedom for slavery. The answer to get back to our heritage is

Switching Gears To Freedom Eleutheria! Eleutheria is the Greek, word for freedom. When Paul penned this word it spoke volumes to the churches in Galatia. He was writing to people that came from a past of being abused by the province of Rome, but who recently have been given the golden ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Washing Dirty Feet (Cancelled Debts)

Contributed by John Skaggs on Oct 18, 2000

(Matthew 6:9-15 NASB) "Pray, then, in this way: 'Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy name.

(Matthew 6:9-15 NASB) "Pray, then, in this way: 'Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy name. {10} 'Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, On earth as it is in heaven. {11} 'Give us this day our daily bread. {12} 'AND FORGIVE US OUR DEBTS, AS WE ALSO HAVE FORGIVEN OUR DEBTORS. {13} 'And do not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6-8

Holiness And Sanctification - Back To School Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 7, 2006

Third sermon in the Back to SCHOOL series focusing on Holiness and Sanctification.

INTRODUCTION: You know when you buy toys for your kids or grandkids often times on the package in fine print are these words: “Batteries not included.” Do you know what that means? It means that you get the toy, but the power to make it work is not included. That is not the kind of gift that God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-16, 1 Peter 1:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Things Go From Bad To Worse!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

Problems & Difficulties in life. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

When things go from bad to worse! Reading: Exodus chapter 5 Question: • Have you ever had one of those days that started out bad; • And only got worse as the day wore on? • Some of you are thinking days… • I have weeks (or months) like that! ill: • I like the story of the couple who had ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 5:1-21

Denomination: Brethren

Abraham's Fourth Test: Relationships. Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 24, 2013

Abraham was a man who seemed to struggle with relationships and created a 4000 year old problem.

As we continue to walk with Abram through his tests, I am amazed at the similarities in my life and his. We both have begun a new journey. We both have made choices on who we shall depend for our needs to be met. We both have had to guard against bitterness. And today we will talk about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:15-16

Denomination: Foursquare

‘a Serving Church In A Selfish World’ Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 20, 2019

Gospel Shaped Living – Week 3: ‘A serving church in a selfish world’ – Matthew chapter 20 verses 20-28 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Reading: Matthew chapter 20 verses 20-28. SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Serving others is sacrificial (vs 17-19) (2). Serving others is not self-centred (vs 21-25). (2). Serving others is demonstrated by Jesus (vs 26-28). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Late in his life Winston Churchill took a cruise on an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-28

Denomination: Brethren

Hindsight, Insight, Foresight: The Importance Of History

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 9, 2019

This message is about understanding and remembering our history so that we will be able to prepare for our future.

Hindsight, Insight, Foresight The Importance of History Scriptures: Proverbs 30:18-19a; Deuteronomy 4:7-10; 6:5-12 Solomon said, “There are three things which are too wonderful for me, four which I do not understand: the way of an eagle in the sky…..” (Proverbs 30:18-19a) Eagles have excellent ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:7-10, Deuteronomy 6:5-12, Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why So Long In Slavery? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 12, 2015

Why did God allow Israel to even be in slavery? And why did He allow it for so long? The answers to these questions tell us much about the chains God would free us from in our lives.

(Props – 10 foot length of ¼ inch chain; a cross on stage that can handle the weight of the chain) OPEN: I once read the story of a marketplace in northern India where people brought their wares to trade and sell. One old farmer brought in a whole covey of quail that he caught. He hoped to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live As God's Children

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 6, 2001

God has set us free from the control of sin so that we might freely live as his children.

When Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation he freed the slaves. They could live as free people. Their whole lives had changed. They were no longer subject to the oppression of their masters. They would no longer be punished by the authorities if they chose to leave their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Put Life On Pause

Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 22, 2003

It is time to get out of the rat race and backe to God.

Put Life on Pause PSLAMS 46:1-11 1 God the Refuge of His People. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change And though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea; 3 Though its waters roar and foam, Though the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

When God Laughs

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Jun 13, 2009

JESUS, GOD THE SON, IS OFTEN REFERRED TO IN SCRIPTURE AS A MAN OF SORROW, ACQUAINTED WITH GRIEF** YET GOD SAYS IN OUR TEXT; HE WILL LAUGH AT THE CALAMITY OF THOSE WHO CHOOSE TO BE THE ENEMY OF GOD AND REBEL AGAINST HIS WORD AND HIS WILL.

WHEN GOD LAUGHS TEXT: PSALM 37: VS. 10--13 INTRODUCTION: JESUS, GOD THE SON, IS OFTEN REFERRED TO IN SCRIPTURE AS A MAN OF SORROW, ACQUAINTED WITH GRIEF** YET GOD SAYS IN OUR TEXT; HE WILL LAUGH AT THE CALAMITY OF THOSE WHO CHOOSE TO BE THE ENEMY OF GOD AND REBEL AGAINST HIS WORD AND HIS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Everything I Have Is Yours. It All Belongs To You!”

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 6, 2012

You are CREATED in the LIKENESS of God! You have BLESSED and cannot be cursed! GREATER is He that is in you than that is in the world. No weapon formed against you shall prosper! You are VICTORIOUS. Whatever you TOUCH will PROSPER.“ You are SEATED in the

The 3 Phase of Discovering what God CREATED you to be. “KNOWING your IDENTITY. Why am I here for?” I. P - POSSESSION through CHRIST. II. P - POSITION in CHRIST. III. P - PURPOSE for CHRIST. Scripture – Luke 15:28-32 (Good News Translation): 28The older brother was so angry that he would not go ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:28-32

Denomination: *other

A Wretch Like Me

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 7, 2008

No sinner is beyond the reach of Jesus Christ.

Title: A Wretch Like Me Text: 1 Timothy 1:12-16 Theme: No sinner is beyond the reach of Jesus Christ. Introduction: The Conversion Of John Newton At a young age, John Newton went to sea. Like most sailors of his day, he lived a life of rebellion and [wickedness]. For several years, he worked on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Be Dressed For Action

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Aug 13, 2007

Jesus calls us to be ready for his return.A military Officer who goes on to the field of action without his sword is considered not ’properly dressed for action’ so are Christians who venture in to this realm of darkness without having their lamps lit.

Father William Bausch told a story of a boy who one morning had arrived very early at school and waited patiently at the door. Next to arrive was a lady who was surprised that this youngster had arrived so early. "It’s locked" the pupil said as the teacher tried the door. She began to fumble for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Methodist

Called To Confess Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 1, 2016

Do you find it easy to admit when YOU have done something wrong? If we are honest, none of us are really comfortable admitting we have done something wrong.

CALLED TO CONFESS This morning, as we continue in our series on Dynamic Disciples, our focus is on confession, The Oxford dictionary defines confession this way: 1. A formal statement admitting that one is guilty. 2. An acknowledgement that one has done something about which one is ashamed or ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal