Sermons on Cloven Tongues:

Receiving The Spirit And Gifts Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Dec 12, 2023

Session 1: This introduction to "spiritual gifts" discusses the promise of the Holy Spirit, how and when we receive the Spirit, the meaning of being filled with the Spirit, and the reason why spiritual gifts are given to believers.

Tonight, we will begin our study on spiritual gifts. Most of us are familiar with Matthew 28:19-20, in which Jesus gave His disciples the Great Commission to “go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15, John 3:1-6, Acts 2:1-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, 1 Corinthians 14:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 6: An Organized Sermon Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 2, 2018

How to have a logical flow to our preaching.

Lesson Goal In this lesson I hope to encourage preachers to have a logical flow to their preaching. Lesson Intro Let all things be done decently and in order (1 Corinthians 14:40). When a sermon is disorganized it is less effective. Organization does not mean that we ignore the Holy Spirit and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Are What You Speak

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Mar 3, 2002

You have probably heard the expression "you are what you eat." A more precise saying is "You are what you speak." The words that come from our mouth yield much greater power than we realize.

YOU ARE WHAT YOU SPEAK  You have probably heard the expression "you are what you eat."  A more precise saying is "You are what you speak."  The words that come from our mouth yield much greater power than we realize  Prov 18:21 Death and life are in the power of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-45, Matthew 15:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You And God's Gifts

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 2, 2007

God giving Spiritual gifts unto men is all intended for one and the same general end, the advancement of Christianity and the church’s edification!

You and God’s Gifts! Text: I Corinthians 12:1-7 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant: 2 You know that you were Gentiles, carried away to these dumb idols, however you were led. 3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Communication

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

Communication is one of the most powerful tools given to mankind. Through communication, relationships are built, ideas are conveyed, and destinies are shaped.

COMMUNICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 18:21 – “Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” Supporting Texts: James 3:1-12, Ephesians 4:29, Colossians 4:6, Matthew 12:36-37 INTRODUCTION: Communication is one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21, James 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Bow Before The Lord - Romans 14:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 23, 2025

Will you bow willingly now, in repentance and faith—or unwillingly later, when it is too late?

Go! And Bow Before the Lord Romans 14:11 (NLT): "For the Scriptures say, 'As surely as I live,' says the Lord, 'every knee will bend to me, and every tongue will declare allegiance to God.'" Introduction: Today we continue our "Go! And..." series with a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:11, Isaiah 45:23, Philippians 2:10-11, Romans 14:12, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Romans 5:8, John 3:16, Hebrews 3:15, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 23, 2025

The baptism of the Holy Spirit is a divine experience designed to empower believers for spiritual service and intimacy with God.

THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 19:1-6 Supporting Texts: Acts 1:4-5, Acts 2:1-4, Luke 11:13, Joel 2:28–29, John 7:37-39 INTRODUCTION: The baptism of the Holy Spirit is a divine experience designed to empower believers for spiritual service and intimacy with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From The Upper Room Onto The Streets

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Jun 5, 2006

A look at the challenge of Pentecost for us as Christians today

Introduction A few jokes to start us off! What’s the difference between a TV and a newspaper? Ever tried swatting a fly with a TV? What’s the difference between a new husband and a new dog? After a year, the dog is still excited to see you. What’s the difference between a “dead” Christian and a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Powers (1 Corinthians 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 25, 2021

Spiritual manifestations were popular in the church in Corinth and they still are today. Paul does not want us to be uninformed. How can we get a godly balance in regard to unique skills given by the Spirit?

Spiritual manifestations were popular in the church in Corinth and they still are today. Paul does not want us to be uninformed. How can we get a godly balance in regard to unique skills given by the Spirit? Spiritual gift tests probably still make the rounds of churches. They are simplistic and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bless This Home Conquering Offense

Contributed by Ricky Sinclair on Oct 3, 2019

Correlation between Culture and Communication

BLESS THIS HOME CONQUERING OFFENSE Miracle Place Church May 19, 2013 – Sunday May 23, 2013 – Thursday Correlation between Culture and Communication Genesis 2:7, 15, 18, 21-24 Definitions: Correlation – two things so related that one directly complements the other (such as a husband and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Matthew 18:1-35

Denomination: *other

The Power Of Pentecost PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power, presence, and purpose of the Holy Spirit, as experienced by the early church on the day of Pentecost.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I stand before you today, not as one who holds all the answers, but as a fellow pilgrim, walking the same path of faith, seeking to understand the mysteries and wonders of our Almighty God. As we gather together in this sacred space, let us remember that we are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Topics: Pentecost

The Body Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

Paul draws upon an analogy between the human body and that of the church. He compared the church to a human body.

THE BODY I CORINTHIANS 12:12-31 INTRODUCTION: Paul draws upon an analogy between the human body and that of the church. He compared the church to a human body. Keep in mind the controversy in the church over spiritual gifts, in particular “tongues”. Paul argued that one gift was not more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2000

The Holy Spirit has the power to change lives and churches

The Power of the Spirit Acts 2:1-41 I. The Filling of the Holy Spirit (Verses 1-13) A. The power falls 1. The disciples were together a.) This is a larger group than the twelve apostles and was estimated to have been approximately 120 of Jesus’ followers b.) They had gathered specifically to wait ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Church Of God

The Keys To The Kingdom #6 Series

Contributed by David Carter on Aug 21, 2002

A series on the beatitudes

THE KEYS TO THE KINGDOM #6 Text: Matthew 5:8 "PURE IN HEART" BLESSED ARE THE PURE IN HEART, FOR THEY SHALL SEE GOD. How we see God depends on the condition of our heart! THE BIBLE TEACHES GODLINESS AND PURITY! (Read I Tim. 4: 7 - 5:22 - 6:11 - Titus 2:12,13 - Hebrews 12:14 - II Peter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Visit With People In Hell

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 1, 2009

Hell is real miss it through Christ

A VISIT WITH PEOPLE IN HELL Most people think that people in hell have no feelings. This is far from right ,people who go to hell have emotions and many other qualities that make them know where they are and why they are there. Luke 16:19 There was a certain rich man, which was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist