Sermons on Believers:

How To Have The Fire Of God In Your Ministry

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 20, 2004

This sermon presents the essential ingredients for a ministry that is on fire for God.

HOW TO HAVE THE FIRE OF GOD IN YOUR MINISTRY Acts 2:1-13 I. INTRODUCTION Each of us in this room is a unique individual. We each have different talents, different tastes, and different personalities. We have different strengths and weaknesses. But, there is one thing we all share in common, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Where It All Began Series

Contributed by Bud Rose on Nov 26, 2005

The 1st in a series of message on the power of the Holy Spirit and when the Church of Jesus Christ actually began.

WE’VE GOT THE POWER – 1 “WHERE IT ALL BEGAN” Introduction: Over the next few weeks I’m going to be preaching a series of messages on the Power of the Holy Spirit in Believer’s lives. How do we get that power? How do we walk in it? What benefit is it to us individually and collectively? Are ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's The Purpose? Series

Contributed by Bud Rose on Nov 26, 2005

The second sermon in a series on the power of the Holy Spirit and what His purpose is today in the lives of believers.

WE’VE GOT THE POWER – 2 “WHAT’S THE PURPOSE?” Introduction: Last Sunday, I spoke on, “Where It All Began”. We talked about where and when the New Testament Church actually began. I hope we can all agree that according to Scripture, that The New Testament Church began on Resurrection Sunday, when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wake Up Sleepy Head Series

Contributed by Bud Rose on Nov 26, 2005

The third message in a series on the Holy Spirit. It’s about waking up the church.

WE’VE GOT THE POWER – 3 “WAKE UP SLEEPY HEAD” Text: Ephesians 5:14-21 Introduction: Over the past few weeks I’ve been preaching a series called, “We’ve Got The Power”. This morning, I want to continue with the third part of this series called, “Wake Up Sleepy Head”. But before moving on, let me ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's Time To Celebrate Series

Contributed by Bud Rose on Nov 26, 2005

The fourth sermon in a series on the power of the Holy Spirit. This one deals with celebration.

WE’VE GOT THE POWER – 4 “It’s Time To Celebrate!” Text: Deuteronomy 16:5,6,8-12 Introduction: Over the past several weeks I’ve been preaching a series of messages on, “We’ve God The Power”. The 1st message, “Where It All Began”, talked about when the New Testament Church actually began. We ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:5-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turn On The Power Series

Contributed by Bud Rose on Nov 26, 2005

The fifth and final sermon in this series is about using and walking in the power of the Holy Spirit.

WE’VE GOT THE POWER – 5 “Turn On The Power” Introduction: Over the past several weeks I’ve been preaching a series of messages called, “We’ve God The Power”. This morning is the final message in that series. The first message, “Where It All Began”, had to do with when and where the New ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Super Hero Within

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

We all have the Holy Spirit in us as Christians.

Think back to when you were little, maybe only six or seven. What did you want to be when you grew up? Chances are that whatever you wanted to be you spent hours practicing. You would sneak into Mom and Dad’s room and go through boxes of old clothes just to dress the part. Whatever you could find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Superheroes Vs. Christians

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 22, 2004

So what about Christians? How do they compare or contrast with these superheroes we have been looking at. We’ll look at three principles to examine the superheroes and the Christians, but instead of trying to impress the pop culture, we will seek God’s

Superheroes vs. Christians Introduction: Throughout the last century, superheroes have played a major part of our American culture. Comic books, cartoons & science fiction have all played a part of making superheroes a major icon in our society. We can look way back in our history to see that ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Holy Spirit, Our Prayer Partner Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 26, 2004

A sermon about our weakness when it comes to prayer, the Holy Spirit’s power, and how He helps us.

The Holy Spirit, Our Prayer Partner Rom. 8:26, 27 INTRO.: Every Christian knows the importance of prayer. We are grateful to have access to the throne room of Heaven where we can take our needs before the Father. Yet, few of us have a satisfying prayer life. The reason is we are weak in the flesh. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pointing To Christ

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 11, 2004

Our lives as Christians should be a powerful witness for the life giving powe rof Jesus

Pointing to Christ Acts 1:8 October 10, 2004 Introduction Glen Holland was an aspiring composer who had a dream of writing the great American symphony but along the way he takes a detour. He takes a temporary job as a music teacher until he can devote his full efforts to writing his music. As he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Death Or Glory Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Oct 25, 2004

This series is based on A. M. Hills book "Holiness in the Book of Romans."

Choices are all around us. Some choices force us to decide between two different things. Some don’t. Ice cream machines have allowed those of us who like chocolate and vanilla to get both in the form of “swirl” ice cream. Other decisions aren’t like that. They require an either-or decision. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Holy Spirit, The Soul Of The Church

Contributed by William Baeta on May 15, 2003

“No one has seen God at any time. If we love one another, God abides in us, and His love has been perfected in us. By this we know that we abide in Him, and He in us, because He has given us of His Spirit” 1 Jn. 4:12-13.

Theme: The Holy Spirit, the soul of the Church Text: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; 1 Jn. 4:11-16; John 17:6-19 The Church is often described in the New Testament using different descriptive images. It is sometimes described as a family and other times as a Kingdom. The only way to become a member of this ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19, 1 John 4:11-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Plugging In

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 29, 2003

Two reasons for the Holy Spirit - power to live for God and to work in those who are yet to believe.

One thing that is very much a part of our society is power. We crave it. We get it. We use it. We abuse it. This morning in preparation for our time of communion together, I want us to think about power for a few moments. To begin, I ask for your response to this question: “What are sources of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is Jesus Doing Now? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

Jesus is still actively involved in lives today, even though He no longer graces the earth with His physical presence. Just as He was committed to help the weary and burdened when He walked among us, so too, He tells us to come, to take, to learn, and to

What Is Jesus Doing Now? Rev. Brian Bill 5/27/01 A recent cover of Newsweek magazine shows a picture of Harvard president Neil Rudenstine. He didn’t make the cover because of any famous accomplishments. No, his face is center stage because of something that he’s not real proud of -- there’s one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

When The Church Was Born

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 3, 2003

The story of Pentecost tells us not only of how the church was born, but also how the church has continued to outreach and outdo herself because of the power, influence and inspiration of the Holy Spirit.

WHEN THE CHURCH WAS BORN Text: Acts 2:1-21 I read the story about a football player whose performance exceeded the expectation of others. "…. In the last two minutes of the game, with the score against his team, makes a touchdown. He runs faster than his legs can carry him, and farther than ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist