Sermons on Contentious Spirit:

The Spirit Filled Life Part I

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 7, 2010

This sermon examines the first three fruits of the Spirit.

THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE PART I GALATIANS 5:22,23 INTRODUCTION We might imagine buying a tree. It has no leaves on it or any fruit because it is only a seedling ready to plant. Unless there was a tag attached to it, we would not know what kind of tree it was. Suppose we bought it anyway and took it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

Gentleness Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 19, 2012

Gentleness is Strength under Control.

FOTS - Gentleness December 3, 2008 Wednesday Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Gentleness is Strength under Control. Focus Passage: Galatians 5:22-23 Supplemental Passage: Matthew 26:52-53 Introduction: Martin Field asks the question, “Have you ever heard of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Apostles' Creed: The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 14, 2019

WHO is the Holy Spirit, and how can I develop a RELATIONSHIP with the Holy Spirit?

APOSTLES’ CREED: I Believe in the Holy Spirit We live in a world in which people are seeking spiritual experiences. Many believe in guardian angels, spirits, or vague spiritual sensations—sort of a quiver in the liver. Some engage in meditation, or trying to connect with themselves, or an ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Under The Influence Of The Spirit Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

47th message from Ephesians discussing the filling of the Holy Spirit.

“Under the Influence” Part 2 Ephesians 5:18 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 E. Live in Wisdom 5:15-6:9 1. Seize every ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A New Encounter With God Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 10, 2021

Next in series on Genesis, examines Abraham's encounter with God.

Genesis 17 - Read Genesis 16:15 - 17:1 Abram was 86 years old when he and Sarai decided they would help God. He was 86 years old when he last heard from God. We read in chapter 17 and verse 1 that Abram was 99 years old when God next spoke to him again. 13 years without hearing from God. 13 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Empowering Your Life With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Jun 27, 2004

Empower Your Life with the Holy Spirit by learning more about Him.

The Holy Spirit - Empowering Your Life This weeks topic is going to be the Holy Spirit. I am amazed that after years as a Christian how little I knew about this most important aspect of Christianity and hope to enlighten you regarding the Powerful Influence the Spirit can have on your life. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baptism In The Holy Spirit, It's Time

Contributed by Bryan Strickland on Dec 4, 2004

We need to hear Jesus speak to us today as He says, "you shall be baptized.....and you shall receive power!"

BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT -- IT’S TIME Pastor Bryan Strickland ACTS 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION Before Jesus left the earth, before He ascended bodily into the heavens, Jesus instructed His disciples, He instructed the believers, to tarry, or to wait in Jerusalem until they had been endued, with power. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Do You Have The Power Of The Spirit?

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Jan 7, 2005

Speaks on the Power of the Baptism of the Holy Ghost.

DO YOU HAVE THE POWER OF THE SPIRIT? Ephesians 5:15 - 20 The Power of the Holy Spirit is how we posses that power that the apostle’s had back in Jesus’ day!!! In order for us to be that light of the world for Jesus, we have to posses this power. After Tonight, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Spirit Of Sameness Vs. Agent Of Change

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 14, 2002

IF YOU WANT THINGS DIFFERENT, YOU CANNOT STAY THE SAME. If you don’t like what you are getting, change what you are giving!

A SPIRIT OF SAMENESS OR BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE. Two part series. BUILD A SAFE PATHWAY TO CHANGE. CAN WE CHANGE? ARE WE TRAPPED? Jeremiah 13: 23 Can the Ethiopian change his skin? Or a leopard his spots? Then may ye also do good, that are accustomed to do evil. God, you know what I was, You see what ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 13:23, Joel 3:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Spirit Of Thanksgiving Amidst The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Ray Searan on Dec 24, 2002

Here is a great Thanksgiving Message.

A Spirit of Thanksgiving amidst the Storms of Life Subject: Thanksgiving Text: Acts 27:1-44 Date: November 24, 2002 (AM) Introduction: We often face many storms in life. But even though we face many storms we can still have a spirit of thanksgiving in our hearts in the midst of the storm. Let us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thank God! ...praying In The Spirit Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Philip Grose on Dec 4, 2003

The peace of God comes from knowing that He is in control. This sermon provides examples and a prayer map for disciples who desire to stop worrying and trust God with a thankful heart.

Thank God! ...Praying in Spirit of Thanksgiving This last Monday we had some torrential rain and wind come through the Houston area. The Houston metro area received over five inches of rain and some tornadic activity as well. On Tuesday, Roger and I went down to the Wesley Community Center to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Methodist

Poor In Spirit, Rich In God's Kingdom Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 2, 2004

Sermon one of a series through the beatitudes of Matthew chapter 5. Theme: God favors people who depend upon Him for their lives.

The Poorer the Richer Rev. Sean Lester January 4, 2004 Morning Service Matthew 5:3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." (ESV) Introduction: This is the first statement that Jesus makes in what we have come to call the Sermon on the Mount. As we begin this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let The Spirit Empower Your Communications

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 15, 2003

The Holy Spirit will use your preaching to free people from all that limits them from doing God’s will. Jesus said, "You will know the truth and the truth will set you free." (John 8:31)

Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let The Spirit Change Your Outlook

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 16, 2003

The Holy Spirit helps us consciously and subconsciously to turn our focus away from pain and on to God’s promises for deliverance. Many people tend to surrender to feelings of rejection, suffering and negative thoughts when they experience problems. The H

How to Let the Spirit Change One’s Outlook For it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to do of His good pleausure." (Phil. 2:13,14) Illustration: Dr. Henry Pope tells a story of one his students who learned how to change her perspective. It seems that one young girl while attending ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In Correctness (Concerning The Holy Spirit) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 23, 2003

This is the 7th study in the study "Light In The Darkness".

WALKING IN CORRECTNESS (CONCERNING THE HOLY SPIRIT) 1 John 4:1-6 How do we know that Christianity is the correct faith? How do we know we worship the correct God? How do we know that Jesus is the only way to Heaven? It is easy to give answers such as, ¡§That¡¦s just how it is¡¨, or ¡§Just ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist