Sermons on Applying The Holy Spirit:

The Appearance Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 5, 2017

John baptizes, bear fruit worthy of repentance and share what you have.

Introduction God and Suffering is one of the greatest conundrums that people of faith face. Where is God in pain, persecution and loss? The length of suffering increases the questions. It is one thing to struggle with God's presence when one is turned down for a job promotion, or has gall bladder ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Poured Out Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 3, 2017

The "already/not yet" nature of the gift of the Holy Spirit.

Who’s ready for some pop culture trivia this morning? In the 18-49 age group, what has been the highest rated TV series for the past two seasons? The Walking Dead. In case you’re not familiar with it, The Walking Dead is about some people trying to survive a zombie apocalypse. Who knows ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

"Oasis In The Desert"

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Sep 13, 2016

A first person narrative sermon told by Philip. Based on Acts chapter 8

Title: "Oasis in the Desert." Philip – in the first person Situation; it’s been quite an exciting season around Jerusalem… We’ve been waiting so long for the messiah to arrive. Then, Jesus of Nazareth came – through his teaching and his love and his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Day Of Pentecost

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 21, 2016

From the day of Pentecost God has provided the Holy Spirit to fill and empower believers to live productive and God centered lives.

Day of Pentecost Acts chapter 2:1-13 Introduction- This morning we heard 4 different languages of the Lord’s Prayer to give us an idea of what it must have been like to hear God’s word in your native tongue. Good morning, Today we celebrate Pentecost Sunday. We sing songs about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Pentecost Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 10, 2019

There is a saying: If you have the Word without the Spirit, you dry up."

PENTECOST intro to Penitential rite— The Spirit sanctifies. There is a saying: If you have the Word without the Spirit, you dry up." If we don’t let air in or fan the embers or charcoal until they glow, no BBQ. 2 Timothy, Chapter 1 Verse 6 mentions: “That is why I am reminding you now ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Never An Orphan . . . Or Alone!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 11, 2020

we are never alone, even when we feel lost

(John 14:15-21) The mood of today’s gospel is very sad. Jesus is about to leave his disciples and friends. This particular scripture is a part of the long dialogue Jesus had with his disciples as he prepared them for his death, resurrection and ascension. By listening to the readings for the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Episcopal

When You Don’t Know What To Pray Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 3, 2019

When you don’t know what to pray…keep praying

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Bewitched By Naturalism!

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 14, 2019

The Galatians, like the American church, were misled by the belief they could live as Christians through natural means; that being a Christian was something THEY could do in their own power! Paul protested that it was impossible!

BEWITCHED BY NATURALISM! Gal. 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about a high school teacher named Mark Jordan who was pulled over by the police for speeding right in front of the High School where he works. 2. The police officer came to his window and asked him for his driver’s license ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Security Deposit Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 20, 2019

This is the 3rd sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#3] SECURITY DEPOSIT Ephesians 1:13-14 Introduction: We have looked at our blessings in the Father; our benefits in the Son; and now we look at our belongings in the Holy Spirit. The Church was planned by the Father; purchased by the Son; and now preserved by the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Revival (Section 1) Vital Keys To Revival (From Charles Finney Revival Lectures) Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 14, 2018

Challenges a person to give themselves to God

VITAL KEYS TO REVIVAL INTRODUCTION: Revival history shows again and again that if there are two key elements to obtaining true revival, they would have to be DEEP REPENTANCE and AGONIZING PRAYER. Frank Bartleman ( a leader in the Azusa Street Revival) wrote: "I received from God early in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Awareness Of God’s Eternal Love” Series

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Jun 25, 2018

In the beginning of all beginnings, God created everything for the object of His love.... MAN. God is Love, infinite Love, and has been Love from all eternity. His love has never changed.

Philippians3:10That I may know Him, and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being made conformable unto His death; 2peter1:2 Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord, 3According as His divine power hath given unto ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unveiling Divine Promises SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

Acts 1 reveals three divine promises that surpass any other promise in Scripture. Do you know what these promises are? And do you understand their significance to us?

Please stand with me as we sing the hymn "Standing on the Promises." Sing along with me: "Standing on the promises that cannot fail When doubts and fears assail, By the living Word of God, I shall prevail Standing on the promises of God." As humans, we often struggle to keep our promises. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-11

Topics: Holy Spirit, Believers

Unleashing Your Inner Strength: The Threefold Blessings SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The threefold blessings of Leper, Priest, and King are available to all Christians today. These blessings represent the anointings that empower us to overcome challenges, serve faithfully, and reign in life.

Wouldn't it be amazing to have a stronger Christian faith? To witness miracles, lead people to Christ, cast out demons, heal the sick, and experience the power of effective prayer? Well, all of this is possible through the anointing from God. In the Bible, we find three anointings: the anointing of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 14:14-18

Topics: Holy Spirit In Believers

Keeping The Divine Flame Alive SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

What actions are necessary to maintain the spiritual flame in the House of God?

Introduction: In a small, unknown town, there once stood a little church. One night, a fire engulfed the church, drawing the attention of many people who hadn't been seen in a while. Sarcastically, one man remarked to the preacher, "I haven't seen this church on fire in a while!" This humorous ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:9-13

Topics: Holy Spirit Baptism

Baptism PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Deepen our understanding of the significance of baptism, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, and how to live daily in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Good morning, church family. Today we're diving into some deep waters, baptism waters, to be exact. We're going to explore the significance of baptism, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in this sacrament, and the life-changing benefits we receive from it. We're also going to discuss how ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:12

Topics: Power, Holy Spirit