Sermons on Applying The Holy Spirit:

Freedom's Fruit Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 27, 2009

We win our battles against our compulsion to sin when we depend on the Holy Spirit. We must live by the Spirit to conquer fleshly desires, be led by the Spirit to conquer fleshly deeds, and walk with the Spirit to enjoy the death of the flesh.

Freedom’s Fruit (Galatians 5:16-26) Jo Guerrero’s five-year-old daughter, Barbara, had disobeyed her mother and had been sent to her room. After a few minutes, Jo (the mom) went in to talk with her about what she had done. Teary-eyed, the little girl asked, “Why do we do wrong things, Mommy?” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Born Again Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 30, 2011

A new year, a new beginning. Jesus tells Nicodemus that to enter the kingdom of God, he must be born of water and the Spirit! This holds fast for all who would follow Christ and enter the kingdom of God. "You must be born again" (Jesus)

On a practical level I really do like to garden, those of you who have listened to me preach for a while have probably heard me blather on about my vege garden, it’s looking great at present, I’ve got courgettes growing, tomatoes vines just starting to bear fruit, I’ve already harvested ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Inside Out Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 3, 2016

Each Christian receives at least one spiritual gift from God to be used in His service.

1. Clark Kent's Deathbed Imagine Clark Kent living his whole life without knowing he was Superman. Can we picture Clark Kent on his deathbed, looking down and muttering, "What's that big "S" on my T-shirt? Superman? What's that?" How sad! Even sadder is the fact that figuratively many Christians on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians: We Are Part Of The Family Of God! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 6, 2021

Being in God's family means: 1. We become a home for the Holy Spirit (vs. 6-9). 2. We will get a royal resurrection (vs. 10-11). 3. We need to have a righteous response (vs. 12-13). 4. We have been affectionately adopted by God (vs. 14-17).

Christians: We Are Part of the Family of God! The Book of Romans Romans 8:6-17 (Reading vs. 1-17) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 17, 2016 (Revised January 6, 2021) MESSAGE: *I love my family! And they love me, even though I'm not always so lovable. I can't think of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6-17

Denomination: Baptist

Let’s Get Drunk Not Bewitched!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 16, 2019

Do not let things distract you from being completely controlled by the Spirit!

The title may seem a bit shocking coming from a former full body tatted Baptist and now Assembly of God lad. Stay with me! It is not as shocking as it sounds, but you may be shocked as we study a few verses in Galatians and Ephesians. Galatians ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-4, Ephesians 5:18-21, Galatians 5:16-17, Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Helmet Of Salvation And The Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 28, 2023

Putting on the whole armor of God to deflect the arrows of the enemy.

The Helmet of Salvation and the sword of the Spirit Ephesians chapter 6:10-20 Good Morning Everyone - Happy that you are with us this morning. We have been in a series “When the enemy attacks” Ephesians chapter 6:10-6:18 Prayer- We have looked at all the pieces of the armor of God except the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Let God's Spirit Move In Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 24, 2003

Discover how God’s Spirit reforms His Church

(Message title and Scripture passage taken from John Maxwell’s series, MAKE YOUR MOVE) I was talking with a couple of people this week about how God’s Church can be the positive influence in people’s lives. But I’m also aware that there are flaws within God’s Church. Some of the flaws come as a ...read more

Denomination: *other

Fruits Of The Spirit (Introductionary Message) Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 3, 2014

A message to introduce a new series. Particular emphasis on four ways the fruit of the Spirit is realized in our lives.

Fruit Intro Message PPT 1 Message Title The Fruit of the Spirit; are you Son ripened? PPT 2 Text & Pic Pr 27:23 Know well the condition of your flocks, [And] pay attention to your herds; A smart apple farmer is not only concerned with the size of his harvest, but also the health of his trees. So ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rubbing Shoulders With A Holy God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

A LIFE OF INTEGRITY KEEPS YOU CLOSE TO GOD

BIG IDEA: A LIFE OF INTEGRITY KEEPS YOU CLOSE TO GOD INTRODUCTION: Every year for the Christian Athletic Association soccer season I like to pick a fundamental spiritual principle that we can focus on as we relate to the kids and to one another as coaches and referees. This year I think the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Face Of Fasting At A Holy Marriage Series

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Mar 4, 2003

To fast means to integrate the gospel into human life. It is the unity of the two opposites between the difficulty to overcome the human tendency to evil and the joy of embracing the Word of God.

Once there was a father with a son who was lazy. He tried to convince his son that he should join him in the work on his farm. The son was not convinced. The father was actually worried, how his son would earn his living after his death. Therefore, before his death, the father called his son and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Catholic

Holy Fire - Unholy Fire Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Mar 18, 2003

Throughout the priesthood of Aaron we learn about obedience to a holy God.

Holy Fire – Unholy Fire The tragic house fire that took the lives of three children caught the attention of many people, not only in our community, but also in places far away. My wife received a phone call from Alaska from someone wanting to help; the man said it was on national news there. He ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Tremble Before His Holiness Series

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jun 12, 2003

This sermon takes a look at the holiness of God and how we should respond to that holiness.

I’m not real big on the whole idea of talk-shows. But one show I saw a number of years ago was dealing with the issue of school violence. This was after the string of high school shootings that terrified parents and teachers alike. The question that was asked is why are these kids doing this? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Being Holy In Days Of Wickedness Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 21, 2001

Five helpful steps in the pursuit of holiness.

Holiness is a term that isn’t used much anymore. Some people are afraid of it because it sounds too...well, too, holy! In principle, holiness is what all of us expect when we turn on the faucet, order a meal at a restaurant, or take off muddy shoes when we come into the house. We expect our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Privilege Of Living A Holy Life

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 6, 2002

The way God’s people should live.

THE PRIVILEGE OF LIVING A HOLY LIFE DT 7 When you’re in your 90s and looking back, it’s not going to be how much money you made or how many awards you’ve won. It’s really "What did you stand for? Did you make a positive difference for people?" -- Elizabeth Dole, Politician "Everyone thinks ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:1-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

Holy Saturday Sermon/Service Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

A service for Holy Saturday (easter weekend), looking a despair and Psalm 88 as Peter might have said it following his betrayal.

Holy Saturday – March 30, 2002 Worship Set #1: Intro Section: • Welcome. Announcements (?). Offering (is this appropriate? Necessary for SDC and regular giving…) • Place this service in the order of events of the Easter weekend. • In some churches where there are services of some type every ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 88:1-18

Denomination: Baptist