Sermons on The Meaning Of Freedom:

The Spirit Of Violence. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Violence Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 11:12 and Luke 16:16, is a malevolent entity that seeks to bring harm and destruction to our lives and relationships.

The Violence Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 11:12 and Luke 16:16, is a malevolent entity that seeks to bring harm and destruction to our lives and relationships. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to incite anger, hatred, and violence. In this sermon, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12, Luke 16:16, 1 John 4:18, 1 Peter 5:6-7

Winning The War Of Weariness Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Feb 22, 2007

The sixth in a series exploring keys to true victory and freedom in the Christian walk. This message explores the challenge of fighting on when we are weary.

(Extensive inspiration for this message, and this series taken from Francis Frangipane’s "This Day We Fight".) We are exploring keys to a life of victory. Ways to move past some of the obstacles that have keep us from experiencing true freedom in our walk with Christ. We have looked at past ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

Making Something Of Bad Apples

Contributed by David Simmons on Jan 18, 2001

God has given each of us the opportunity, the freedom to choose for ourselves so he could have a genuine relationship with us.

Well… I have to confess that for some time now, I have been harboring a deep-rooted fear. It began several years ago as a 22 year old Summer Youth Worker. Our pastor had left; we were in an interim period, and it looked as if I might have to step in and preach on Father’s Day. But you know you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-24, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Submit To One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 6, 2009

In this lesson we learn that submission is the essence of Christianity, and leads to the freedom from having to have our own way all the time.

A. I like the old story of the ship captain who looked into the dark horizon one night and saw faint lights in the distance. 1. Immediately he told his signalman to send a message, “Alter your course 10 degrees south." 2. Promptly a return message was received: “Alter your course 10 degrees ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Independence Day Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jul 7, 2006

Peter and John celebrate independance day. Supernatural freedom should inspire us to leave our jails and encourage action.

Independence Day Acts 5 We are continuing our study of Acts; the church is growing - almost exploding. We have two primary teachers, Peter and John. I imagine the others took a turn at telling what they know. They are team teaching in the Colonnade. The apostils, disciples and believers….But ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-42

Denomination: Congregational

Why We Fight

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Mar 15, 2011

Learning why Christians must fight for those who have yet to know the truest taste of freedom in Jesus Christ

INTRO Let’s all do something together. Quickly turn to the cover of your bulletin and stare at the picture for just a moment. Notice the tired, ruggedness of this combat soldier. He’s not a spring chicken anymore. More than any of this, the photo depicts a man charged with a duty to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Enslaved To Free Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012

WHEN WE MISUNDERSTAND THE RELATIONSHIP OF FORGIVENESS AND FREEDOM WHEN IT COMES TO SIN, WE WILL SHORT CIRCUIT TRANSFORMATION IN OUR LIVES.

Enslaved to Free John 8:1-11 April 3, 2011 INTRODUCTION Over twenty years ago, when James Ealy's conviction in the slaying of a pregnant woman and three children was thrown out on appeal. A very guilty man was given his freedom. Freed but not transformed. Over the years he amassed numerous ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What Should I Leave Behind

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 7, 2008

This sermon deals with letting go of our past so that we can find freedom to enter a new life in God.

What Should I Leave Behind Joshua 6:15-7:2 Matthew 2:1-23 If you knew your home was going to be destroyed and you only had a minute to escape with your life, and one or two other things, what would you leave behind? Can you imagine someone trying to take out their new plasma tv, or their ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Choice That Chooses Us

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 12, 2015

God loves us and wants us to choose the road less travelled, the one that leads to Him: to life, the freedom, to joy.

The Feast Homily - May 12, 2015 [This is a message given at an inner-city mission in downtown Toronto, to a mixed audience, most of whom come primarily for the meal] Last week Pastor Jan asked a really important question. It was simply this: “Who feels like they are not good enough for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Died For Us Series

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Apr 19, 2019

Jesus Christ was crucified and He died for our joy and eternal freedom that everyone who believes in Him will live forever.

HE DIED FOR ME TEXT: MATTHEW 26:45-56 INTRODUCTION: Jesus Christ came for the salvation of mankind yet His own rejected and crucified Him. He was betrayed and sold for 30 pieces of silver- Matthew 26:15 tried seven times and denied by Peter thrice- John 19:15, 21-22, helped by Simone to carry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:45-56

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christian Liberty

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 30, 2023

How do we handle the freedom we have in Christ? Let's find out in Romans 14.

Christ gives us liberty, but some are weak, and causing unnecessary offense is an abuse of that Christian freedom. How should we treat those who are weak in faith? Welcome the person who is weak in faith—but not in order to argue about differences of opinion. (Romans 14:1 CEB) What about food ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who Hindered You? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2025

The sermon urges believers to rediscover amazement at God’s grace, reject distractions, and walk in true freedom and love by the Spirit.

Some of you walked in today with a steady stride and a smile. Others arrived with a limp in your soul—a weary heart, a worried mind, a weight you can’t quite name. If that’s you, you’re in good company. The church isn’t a museum for the shiny; it’s a meeting place for the messy. And the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7-19

Topics: Truth, Obedience

The Song Of Solomon - Chapter 1 - The Bride Confesses Her Love Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 28, 2024

The Beloved touches the Bride’s spirit, and for the first time, she feels the freedom to pour her heart out completely to Him

V.1:1 The Song of Songs, which is Solomon’s. The Bride Confesses Her Love She 2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth! 3 For your love is better than wine; your name is oil poured out; therefore, virgins love you. 4 Draw me after you; let us run. The king has brought me into his ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Homecoming Without A Queen Series

Contributed by Drew Mills on Mar 16, 2007

Celebrating grace means making room for others!

Theme: Book of Luke Purpose: Celebrating grace means making room! During a conference on comparative religions, experts from around the world debated, what, if any, belief was unique to the Christian faith. The debate went on for some time until C.S. Lewis wandered into the room. “What’s the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Wesleyan

Living In The Spirit 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 10, 2015

Second of Five messages on what it means to live by the Holy Spririt

“Life in the Spirit” Part Two REVIEW Paul wrote to the Galatians about the new life in the Spirit as opposed to a life of trying to find acceptance through keeping rules no one can keep. He affirmed the power of Jesus in His life. For through the Law I died to the Law, so that I might ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance