Sermons on Christs Baptism:

Which Spirit Will I Let Live Within Me???

Contributed by Charles Banks on Jul 19, 2006

This sermon poses an overall thought-provoking and soul-searching question that we all need to ask ourselves!

“Which Spirit Will I Let Live Within Me???” Overall text: I John 4:4 Momentary text: Matthew 12:43-45 2 things that are apparent in the Bible: 1. Unclean spirits (occurs 21 times in entire Bible; 20 times in NT) 2. Foul spirits (2 times entire Bible) The Bible never makes a reference to a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4

Denomination: Christian Church

The Wheat And The Tares Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Aug 11, 2006

The Devil saw the church was growing too fast and he was on the warpath.

THE BOOK OF ACTS - LESSON #9 “The Wheat and the Tares” Acts 5:1-11 The devil saw the church was growing too fast and he got on the warpath. The judgment that came upon Ananias and Sapphira may seem harsh but the life of the church and souls were in the balance. Vs. 1 & 2 This couple did not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"After Pentecost - Then What?"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 3, 2007

After Pentecost, when the early church was filled with the Holy Spirit, they did five important things. This message directs you what those five things are after you are filled with the Holy Spirit.

“After Pentecost - Then What?” September 1, 2007 Acts 2:1-13 After Jesus was crucified, He hung around for forty more days teaching his much loved disciples many things. John wrote about a few of the things He did, then said, “Jesus did many other things as well. If every one of them were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

Why Be Baptised? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 20, 2007

The necessity of believer’s baptism from a Biblical and historical standpoint.

Believer’s Baptism Why be baptized? Part 1 Introduction: 1. I will quote extensively from the early church fathers a. I will quote these men not as scripture, but to show us their first century understanding of it Who knows more about what baptism is? First century Christians or those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-15

Denomination: Mennonite

We Have Seen His Glory

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 16, 2010

We Have Seen His Glory 1) It shines forth in truth and grace 2) It shines forth in us

Wouldn’t you like to have been on that mountain? On the Mount of Transfiguration Jesus turned as bright as the sun and his clothes flashed like lightning. Wouldn’t you like to have seen that? When the other disciples heard what Peter, James, and John had witnessed they must have felt ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

We Need To Get Turned Around

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Jan 10, 2015

John the Baptist called for each of us to repent. What does that mean? How do we get turned around when we find we are on the wrong road?

About 15 years ago, I was on my way to an orientation and open day at the seminary. I had never been to the campus before, and the freeways in California can be tricky. In this case, the 57, which I was taking, and the 60 joined together for a couple of miles before they split apart. Somehow I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11, Galatians 5:16-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Water Is Thicker Than Blood

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 2, 2021

Water is what brings Christians together. Our baptism by water makes us all family. The bonds of the branches to the vine should be stronger than blood bonds.

The old saying that “blood is thicker than water” was being upended in this narrative. In this case, one can say that water is thicker than blood. Water is referring to the initiation rite of baptism. At that ceremony, the person being baptized with water becomes a member of the Christian family. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:31-35

Denomination: United Methodist

Just Do It!

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 5, 2023

As God's chosen child, we are to answer the call of God with humble obedience.

Just Do It – Matthew 3: 13 - 17 Intro: Timmy had a loose tooth. He asked his dad to help him get rid of the lose tooth. His father tied a 3-foot length of waxed dental floss to the tooth and then tied the other end to a 5-pound weight from his exercise equipment. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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

Remember Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 26, 2015

In our service to the Lord, some things must always be borne in mind. Remember Jesus Christ is perhaps the most important truth to hold in mind for each Christian.

“Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, the offspring of David, as preached in my gospel, for which I am suffering, bound with chains as a criminal. But the word of God is not bound!” [1] We have just come through the Christmas Season. We are poised on the cusp of a new year. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Christ And The Social Condition

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 27, 2023

Jesus came to give His life as a sacrifice for fallen mankind. He will reign as King, but that reign awaits His return.

“When the people saw the sign that he had done, they said, ‘This is indeed the Prophet who is to come into the world!’ “Perceiving then that they were about to come and take him by force to make him king, Jesus withdrew again to the mountain by himself.” [1] Few of the miracles Jesus performed had ...read more

Scripture: John 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of The Father

Contributed by Kent Meeler on Oct 7, 2010

PURPOSE OF THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY GHOST. WHY TONGUES? IS IT FOR TODAY? OVERCOMING THE OBJECTIONS TO THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT.

THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER NBCOG 2/28/10 AM TEXT LUKE 3:16 INTRODUCTION *THE GOSPEL OF JOHN RECORDS SOME CONVERSATIONS THAT JESUS HAD WITH THE DISCIPLES CONCERNING HIS LEAVING THE EARTH AND RETURNING TO HEAVEN. *THEY DIDN’T UNDERSTAND IT AND DIDN’T LIKE IT. *BUT, JESUS LET THEM ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:16

Denomination: Church Of God

Restoring A Passion For The Christ

Contributed by Ty Tamasaka on Jul 19, 2011

To restore a passion for the Christ, we need to remember the great privilege of being called to follow Jesus. This message is to help Christ followers renew a passion for Jesus by calling them back value God's favor over his blessings.

When I come home from work and see my family for the first time during after a long day of work, my kids come running to give me a big hug and welcome me home. I love those times. Not long ago, I remember coming home from work one day and Josiah came running up to me to give me a big hug as he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Other

Waiting On God Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 4, 2011

In this brief study we will take a walk through the book of Acts highlighting some of the more significant verses and ideas presented by Luke. I have drawn some material from "Act Normal" by Scott Wilson.

Acts Pt1- Waiting on God Introduction (thoughts take from Act Normal by Scott Wilson) New series- Acts- 28 chps- hit key parts/ideas. First- look at where Acts has been placed in the Bible. Bible PPT Just as Acts is located between- Gospels/Epistles- it is a bridge between- life of Christ we find ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Charismatic

The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Oct 20, 2021

This sermon leans heavily upon and quotes directly from the book "More Power to You: Get Recharged and Empowered for Ministry" by T. F. Tenney, pgs. 113-129.

The Power of the Holy Spirit Introduction John 4:24 ESV "God is Spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth." John14:26 ESV But the Helper (KJV: Comforter), the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24, John 14:26, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:38

Denomination: Pentecostal