Sermons on Baptize With Fire:

Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 9, 2021

Exploring the full Divinity of Jesus

“Baptism of Jesus” Luke 3:21-22 A sermon for 1/10/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 3 “21 When all the people were baptized, it came to pass that Jesus also was baptized; and while He prayed, the heaven was opened. 22 And the Holy Spirit descended in bodily form like a dove upon Him, and a voice came ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-22

Denomination: Methodist

John The Baptist Shows How In The Wilderness, God Uses Harsh Mercy To Feed Our Deepest Spiritual Hunger.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 7, 2025

God used John the Baptist because the people were spiritually hungry, and longed for something real. John was harsh but hopeful, and used the wilderness, to renew Gods people through honesty and humility.

Introduction: Our Gospel reading today begins with a cry from the wilderness—not the voice of a king, nor the voice of someone celebrated or important, but the bold, lonely voice of John the Baptist declaring, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” 1. A Voice in the Wilderness A lonely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

The Price Of Peace

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus warns his followers that the consequences of following him will be painful and disruptive, and that they’d better be prepared for it.

The disciples were confused. When the Messiah came, peace and righteousness would reign from one end of the earth to the other. All the prophets agreed. And if Jesus was the Messiah as they were all now pretty sure he was, he would be the one who brought it about. He would be the Prince of Peace ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Way Of The Rabbi Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 17, 2014

Jesus is the master Rabbi

The Way of the Rabbi Follow Me! Famous last words. It is important to know who we are following Hillcrest Hosp. President tour Everyone is following someone. Friend, peer pressure, parent, spouse, hero. Scott & I are going to prison soon, many there because of who they followed. Reflect today on ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heavenly Languages Explained

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 24, 2015

Many people are mystified about the gift set having to do with speaking in unknown (to the one who is speaking) languages. This message seeks to shed some light on this interesting topic.

Heavenly Languages Explained Pastor Eric J. Hanson May 24, 2015 Today is Pentecost Sunday. This is a good time to remember what happened on the first Pentecost after the resurrection and ascension of the Lord, and to consider what these things means for us now. Let’s review Acts 1:1-14 so as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Heavenly Language

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 30, 2015

The proper uses of speaking in an unknown (to the speaker) language, both in private, and in public settings.

Heavenly Languages Explained Pastor Eric J. Hanson May 24, 2015 Today is Pentecost Sunday. This is a good time to remember what happened on the first Pentecost after the resurrection and ascension of the Lord, and to consider what these things means for us now. Let’s review Acts 1:1-14 so as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming Powerhouses For God

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 7, 2025

In Acts chapter one, we see the church in a holding pattern. They don’t have the power to go out and affect their world. But in chap. 2 they received power to change the world. Do we want LOW power or HIGH power?

BECOMING POWERHOUSES FOR GOD Acts 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. When NASA first started sending up astronauts, they quickly discovered that ballpoint pens would not work in zero gravity. To combat the problem, NASA scientists spent a decade and $12 billion to develop a pen that writes in zero ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Messiah And His Future Reign

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 13, 2000

A faith-inspiring look at how the Messiah was predicted in the book of Isaiah; the sermon compares New Testament fulfillment and motivates toward the neglected discipline of Bible study.

The Messiah and His Future Reign (from Isaiah 1-12) Goals of today’s message: <1. To expose you to Bible truth you need to know (though you may deny its relevance; if you want to understand the Bible, you need to grasp the Big Picture....) <2. To renew your confidence in Scripture (and "wow" ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Symbols Of The Holy Spirit Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 29, 2012

“The Holy Spirit is a person in and of God and a presence who dwells within a spirit filled believer and as a result there is tangible difference in that persons life. the symbols of the Holy Spirit reveal to us who he is and what he does in our lives.

Series: Holy Spirit Rises Joke: You Might Be Charismatic or Pentecostal If ... You think the fire safety slogan "Stop, Drop, & Roll" is the title of a new book on Holy Spirit etiquette. You stay home from church because you’re afraid some prophet will read your mail in public. Your closet ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foundations Of The Faith: Baptism

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017

BAPTISM IS ONE OF THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH. SOMETIMES WE GET SO FAMILIAR WITH WHAT WE BELIEVE THAT WE LOSE SIGHT OF THESE BASIC THOUGHTS. REVIEW IS OFTEN TIME WELL INVESTED.

FOUNDATIONS OF THE FAITH: BAPTISM MATTHEW 3:13-17 TODAY WE ARE CONTINUING WITH OUR SERIES ON THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH, BY LOOKING AT BAPTISM. BAPTISM IS A CONTROVERSIAL POINT OF CHRISTENDOM, AND IT IS NOT MY POINT TO ADD FIRE TO THE CONTROVESY, BUT TO EXAMINE WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAY ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Make Way! Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Dec 5, 2002

This sermon details how John-the-Baptist prepared the way for Christ and how we can do the same at Christmas time.

Christmas in John 1 Make Way! John 1:6-9; 19-37 December 8, 2002 Intro: A. [Illustration] One Sunday, the Minister was giving a sermon on baptism and in the coarse of his sermon he was illustrating the fact that baptism should take place by sprinkling and not by immersion. He pointed out some ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saved By Grace Through Faith

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 24, 2001

A sermon for Reformation Sunday

Reformation Sunday Romans 3:19-28 "Saved by Grace through faith" "There once was a boy named Roy, who wanted love and attention from his parents, but really didn’t know how to receive it. So, Roy got into a lot of trouble. He got plenty of attention for all the trouble he caused, which is close ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Pentecost: Experience The Rest

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 28, 2006

Inspiration for those who want a life changing encounter/experience with the Almighty.

ILLUSTRATION: My grandfather Ken is sitting with us in the church today. For years, he’s been involved in one form of ministry or another at several churches. One day, he waited at the altar in a church to pray with anyone who needed prayer when a little boy came forward. The young man asked for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Need Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 20, 2015

You have no need! Can you believe it?

“Jesus 101: No Need” Matthew 3:1-17 It must have been quite the scene. First, consider the location: the Desert. It’s not where an up and coming preacher should try to build his new church! Second, there was John the Baptist who was quite a sight! “John's clothes were made ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Positioning For Power, Acts 1:1-26

Contributed by Damon S Adams on Apr 11, 2016

This message examines the preparation and provision of power to the church and believers by our Saviour in order for us to carry out the Great Commission.

Positioning for Power Acts 1: 1-26 Introduction There is a lot of talk about ‘power’, ‘signs and wonders’ and ‘Pentecost’. Often today the church fall into going into one of two extremes – it either looks for ‘power encounters’ or it so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational