Sermons on Taken Captive:

Vaccination Application 5.0 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 25, 2021

To guard against the encroaching effects of the sin in the world, we must serve others unconditionally.

There are a couple of big questions on the minds of many people: Do I or don't I get the vaccination? And if I am going to get the vaccination, when? The question becomes more complex when a person is frail for one reason or another. Then there is the matter of believing in the science and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19, Luke 4:16-21, John 17:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Christ Is All There Is To Life...

Contributed by David Cramer on Jun 3, 2020

A message about putting Him first in our daily lives even in the turmoil of our world that we live in today.

Good Morning Stand with me and lift 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 indestructible, never ending, living ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Psalm Of The Sowing Saint

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

THE PSALM OF THE SOWING SAINT

Psalm 126:1-6 THE PSALM OF THE SOWING SAINT Intro: From Psalm 120 and continuing to Psalm 134, these Psalms are called “Songs of Degrees.” Psalm 126 is the seventh of these fifteen. I. THEIR PRAISE v. 1 When the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Hosea Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 30, 2022

Punishment for wrongdoing is essential, but according to Hosea, punishment is not to meet the demands of justice but rather to restore the ones who have done the wrong.

Hosea Hosea's first three children had very unusual names. His family story was a metaphor for God's relationship with Israel. The Book of Hosea is addressed to the people of the northern kingdom — Israel. It contains both a warning concerning future events and the meaning of these ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Big Gulp Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 31, 2010

A study of chapter 36 verses 1 through 38

Ezekiel 36: 1 – 38 The Big Gulp 1 “And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel, and say, ‘O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD! 2 Thus says the Lord GOD: “Because the enemy has said of you, ‘Aha! The ancient heights have become our ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:1-38

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Current Events In Prophecy - Lebanon And Gaza Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007

Third in a prophecy series. Written in summer 2006 after Hezbollah and Hamas terrorists targeted Israel.

When I started this prophecy series, I had sketched out what I thought would be a series of four or five teachings starting with the rapture of the church and culminating with the millennial reign of Christ on earth. This week was to be week three and I was going to speak to you about the ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Essential For Redemption?

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 21, 2013

Discovery of the redemptive power, of Christ Jesus.

What Is Essential For Redemption? By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (9/21/2013) “...Is my hand shortened at all, that it cannot redeem?...” (Isaiah 50:2, King James Version [Exhortation to trust in Christ]). “...He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-59

Denomination: Friends

Uplifted, Untied, Unchained, Free

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 30, 2015

Freedom is a result of knowing a loving God.

“Uplifted, Untied, Unchained, Free” “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”. Isaiah 10:27 Intro: In northern Mesopotamia ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remedy Part 3: The Remedy For Helplessness Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 26, 2009

Part 3 in a series through the book of Romans, this sermon provides a practical overview of what to do with God’s message in your life, as seen in the difficult chapters of Romans 6 through 8.

REMEDY The Remedy for Helplessness I see the right, and I approve it, too; condemn the wrong, and yet the wrong pursue.” -Roman poet Ovid, 8 A.D.  Key Scripture: Romans 6-8 Icebreaker: So, now what? You ever asked that question? Like after Christmas when you were a kid and all the ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Fiery Furnance - An Example Of The Tribulation Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 30, 2011

A comparison of Daniel 3 to future events in Revelation

Daniel 3: 1 – 30 Future Stuff – The fiery furnace – a picture of saints during the Great Tribulation. The title says it all. We are going to take a look at the book of Daniel and see if chapter 3 is a type of what happens in the book of Revelation. In a way I would say that it ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Psalm 24 - The King Comes Home Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 12, 2019

This psalm speaks of the coming of the Chief Shepherd. Tradition says it was composed by David and sung when he brought the ark from the house of Obed-edom to mount Zion.

May 21, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 24 (KJV) Title: The King Comes Home A psalm of David. Psalm 24 (KJV) 1 The earth is the LORD'S, and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. 2 For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods. 3 Who shall ascend ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Desperation: Precursor To Breakthrough

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Desperation is often the harbinger to breakthrough. Although this message was preached prior to the presidential election, the principles taught still apply nationally and individually. How does God use desperation to ultimately bless us?

Isaiah 30:18 10/9/16 Intro A. I have experienced a heightened awareness of God’s love for Israel this week. As you know this is the time of year when Israel is approaching the Feast of Tabernacles. We are currently in the midst of Ten Days of Awe which began last Sunday with the Feast of Trumpets ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18, Exodus 3:7-10, Matthew 23:37-39, Matthew 24:1-31, Jonah 2:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Glory Of The Coming King - Part 2

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 11, 2009

John saw what Isaiah yearned for when he cried, "Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down"

“And I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and He who sat on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and wages war. 12 His eyes are a flame of fire, and on His head are many diadems; and He has a name written on Him which no one knows except Himself. 13 He is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Orthodox

Called To Holiness! Know What You Are In Christ! Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 4, 2014

We must make the willful decision/choice as believers to know what we are as a Christian... We are set aside by God for God to live our lives as a testament TO Him... Walk Worthy!

Sermon Brief Date Written: April 25, 2014 Date Preached: April 27, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Called to Holiness! Know What You Are! Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 [ESV] Essence of the Text: Paul wanted the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"The Corinthians And Their Apostles" Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 19, 2018

The “Golden Rule” that should be applied to passing judgment is “Judge not, that ye be not judged.”

October 8, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Topic #2: The Problem of Divisions, 1 Corinthians 1.10-4.21 Lesson 2.9: The Corinthians and Their Apostles Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4.5-4.13 1 Cor 4.5-13 (KJV) 5 Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:5-13

Denomination: Baptist