Sermons on Believe In Vain:

The Normal Christian Life Is A Spirit Filled Life Series

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 1, 2002

The Life Jesus came to give according to John 10:10 is an abundant life, This overflowing life is only found in the Spirit. If this is the life Jesus came to give we must conclude that it is the normal christian life.

Eph 5:17-21 The Normal Christian Life: #1 Having been Spirit Filled & #2 Being Full of the Spirit. Jesus First Miracle was that of Turning The Water Into Wine First Full of Water = Salvation Then Full of Wine = The Spirit. The progression is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dare To Be A Dreamer

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 12, 2002

Dreams and goals are necessary for a full and fulfilling life. What is necessary to make certain our dreams are approved of God?

August 11, 2002 28"Then after I have poured out my rains again, I will pour out my Spirit upon all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy. Your old men will dream dreams. Your young men will see visions. Joel 2:28 (NLT) 14For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28

Denomination: United Methodist

Burning With Desire Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 25, 2002

A sermon on Luke 3:16-17 on Holy Spirit fire and hell fire. (Some quotes are taken from Sermon Central sermons. Thank you!)

Sermon for 3/24/2002 Luke 3:16 Introduction: A. Bill Taylor will read Luke 3:7-9, 16-17 B. French Gunter will read Mark 9:42-48 C. Jenny Mosier was working at the Northside Church of Christ as the Children’s Minister. She was there and lightening struck the steeple. The building burned to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:16-17, Mark 9:42-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Always Have A Friend & Guide Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Mar 26, 2002

When you give your life to Christ, you never need to face the challenges of life alone.

If we were to go around the room this morning, I wonder how many could tell what your life insurance policy would pay if you suddenly died in a car wreck? How about your auto insurance policy? What is the maximum dollar amount it will pay if you are in an accident and someone sues you? How about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Suddenly From Heaven Came...

Contributed by Andrew Clark on Aug 23, 2002

Impact of Pentecost

“SUDDENLY, FROM HEAVEN CAME…” Acts, 2: 1-8; 12-21 I don’t know about you, but when I am looking forward to something really exciting, I get all sorts of things going through my mind. In the weeks and months that we have known we were coming here, many thoughts raced through my mind. What was it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-8, Acts 2:12-21

Denomination: Holiness

Extraordinary Power Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 30, 2002

This sermon encourages believers to seek the Extraordinary Power of God in thier lives instead of simply living by their own wisdom and abilities.

Extraordinary Power Acts 19 September 1, 2002 Intro: A. [The Honorable Bird, Philip Yancey in the foreword of Robertson McQuilkin’s Life in the Spirit] Dorothy Sayers tells of a Japanese convert struggling to grasp Christian theology. “Honorable Father, very good,” he said to his missionary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Indwelling Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 9, 2002

This is a basic overview of the doctrine of the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit within the Christian. We examine when, how, and why the Spirit dwells in the child of God.

When one obeys the Gospel of Jesus Christ, they receive the Holy Spirit. Paul asked the Galatian brethren (3:2): "This is the only thing I want to find out from you: did you receive the Spirit from the works of the Law, or by hearing with faith?" The Spirit was not received through their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19, Acts 2:38-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy Spirit - You Are Welcome In This Place.

Contributed by John Gullick on Sep 12, 2002

a sermon that discusses the place of the Holy Spirit a fairly general discussion of the whole subject. I guess it is the kinda sermon that is useful as a resource.

Years ago they used to call car rally enthusiasts - "Car rally enthusiasts". Today they’re simply called "petrol heads". Well there has never been such a great time for petrol heads - Wow!!!!!!! With Colin McRea - Carlos Saines or Richard Burns burning around corners at breakneck speed - with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Makes A Comforting Promise

Contributed by Edward Frey on May 4, 2002

The presence of the Holy Spirit is a promised blessing based on God’s grace.

Imagine you were one of the twelve disciples. You just heard Jesus – your best friend – tell you that he was leaving soon. You’d be perplexed to say the least. How could Jesus say that he would leave when he promised to always be with you? The disciples must have wondered what all of this ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Lose The Sensitivity

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 11, 2002

Message on the importance of relying on the Spirit for power to live and knowledge to know the will of God.

DON’T LOSE THE SENSITIVITY! GAL 3:1-3 Sunpm 1/13/02 “You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified. 2 I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by observing the law, or by believing what you heard? ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Your Tank Full? Series

Contributed by Ronald Degraw on May 13, 2002

The Holy Spirit is what gives us our power as Christians. Are we "filled" with the spirit to do God’s Work?

IS YOUR TANK FULL? There are 2 important events that take place in the bible concerning the life of a Christian. The first, of course is the death of Christ for our sins and His resurrection after 3 days in the grave. But many people may not realize what the second event is. We concentrate so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Be Filled! Series

Contributed by Ronald Degraw on May 13, 2002

We receive the Holy Spirit as Christians, but how do we tap into that power to do God’s Work?

BE FILLED Last week we talked about the Holy Spirit and how we possess the same power that the 1st apostles possessed. We discussed how in order to be the Christ’s light in the world we need to be empowered by the Holy Spirit. Today, I want to talk about how we go about tapping into that power. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Never Abandoned Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 19, 2002

Sermon for Pentecost Sunday, intended as the first of three on the Trinity, all based on John 14. The Holy Spirit does not abandon His church, but if we are not obedient before claiming His support, we may forfeit His power. And if we do not acknowledge

If you believe you’ve been abandoned, you have two choices: either you can indulge in something that may soothe you temporarily, or you can watch for the power that will lead you out to success. If someone that matters to you has walked off and abandoned you, you can either pretend ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17, John 14:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Spirit-Led Life!

Contributed by Ron Mirick on May 24, 2002

A motivational message challenging us to give the leadership of our lives over to the Holy Spirit.

HOW TO HAVE A SPIRIT-LED LIFE SPECIFIC PURPOSE: To motivate the listener to give the leadership of their life over to Jesus Christ. To help them reevaluate their life and what they do. CENTRAL IDEA: The listener should walk away from this message challenged to become more deeply involved with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Understanding The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brandon Boyd on Apr 30, 2001

A doctrinal sermon that is a basic outline of the Holy Spirit’s work in the life of the Christian

4-29-2001 Loami BUILDING CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION “Understanding the Holy Spirit” Theme: The Holy Spirit is the Person of God that Transforms Our Lives Today Text: Various: John 14-16 Aim: The congregation will better understand the spirit and then allow Him to work in their lives by giving ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ