Sermons on Contentious Spirit:

The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 29, 2019

The Christian faith focuses on what God did long ago and will do in the future. But an experience of the Holy Spirit is a taste of what God means to us here and now, deep in our hearts.

Today we’ll finish up with the first chapter of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Because of holidays and our communion schedule we haven’t done the chapter in order. Some weeks ago we started looking at the trinitarian opening of the letter, with Paul’s introduction of God the Father, God the Son, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

The Spirit Of Judas

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Apr 5, 2020

Learn to recognize the Spirit of Judas when it comes for you or your ministry.

Does the Spirit of Judas have its Sights Set on You? Psalm 41:9 (KJV) 9 Yea, mine own familiar friend, in whom I trusted, which did eat of my bread, hath lifted up his heel against me. Everyone knows Judas committed the ultimate betrayal, he betrayed Jesus, handing him over to his enemies and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 41:9, John 13:2, Luke 22:3, Mark 14:43, Matthew 26:14, John 12:6, Matthew 10:36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 16, 2019

Series looking at Spiritual Warfare

SWORD OF THE SPIRIT A former park ranger at Yellowstone National Park tells the story of a ranger leading a group of hikers to a fire lookout. The ranger was so intent on telling the hikers about the flowers and animals that he considered the messages on his two-way radio distracting, so he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Life In The Spirit.

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on May 14, 2019

There is a realm of eternity where time and space hold little significance, and physical and material things do not matter.

There is a realm of eternity where time and space hold little significance, and physical and material things do not matter. It is a realm of the spirit—so bright and peaceful—a place where life takes on new meaning and purpose. It is a little bit of heaven on earth. Revelation 11:12 says, And ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16, Proverbs 25:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Walking In The Spirit

Contributed by Wes Gunther on May 20, 2019

What does it mean to walk in the Spirit?

We often teach and preach about the importance of ‘Walking in the Spirit’ but what exactly does that look like? Specifically, what should change in my life if I am walking in the Spirit? How do I do it and how do I know if I am walking in the Spirit? 1) To walk in the Spirit, we must first be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-18

Be Filled With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019

Let’s just take an honest look at this verse and see what we can discover.

Be Filled With The Spirit Ephesians 5:18 Introduction: This text has been abused and misused by “modern day perfectionists” (second blessing teachers), “modern day Corinthians” (tongues speaking is evidence of the filling of the Holy Spirit), “modern day healers” (they place the physical over the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Is Coming! Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Feb 17, 2019

Joel promises restoration through his Son and the sending of his Spirit. God promises to renew people who repent and turn to him.

For all the talk about forging our own brave, new world, the evidence seems to the contrary. People are despondent and the world seems a mess. Every day the ideological battles play out in the public square are they are prising apart public opinion and fragmenting society. Climate change—gender ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:18-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 22, 2019

When believers are controlled by the Holy Spirit, they manifest: 1) Upward Fruit (Galatians 5:22a) 2) Outward Fruit (Galatians 5:22b) and 3) Inward Fruit (Galatians 5:23)

What qualifies someone for a task? There is a story of the testing of a candidate for missions work: One snowy morning at 5:00 a.m., a missionary candidate rang the bell at a missionary examiner’s home. Ushered into the office, he sat three hours past his appointment time waiting for his interview. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Other

Holy Spirit

Contributed by Umesh Bardewa on Mar 5, 2019

we need Holy Spirit

Research paper On “Holys Spirit” By Umesh B. Pariyar B. Th- III 01-03-2018 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Soul And Spirit Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

The soul and spirit of man are connected. What is the difference? How are they "divided" in the context of Hebrews 4:12.

• IN OUR SERIES ON THE DIMENSIONS OF YOU WE HAVE SPOKEN OF YOUR SOUL. • THAT’S THE PART OF MAN THAT GIVES US THE ABILITY TO THINK AND REASON. • WE’VE ALSO TALKED ABOUT YOUR SPIRIT. • YOUR SPIRIT IS THE PART OF MAN THAT IS YOUR TRUE NATURE. • THE WAY YOU REALLY ARE INSIDE. • WE SAID THAT SOUL ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, Isaiah 55:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Identifying The Spirits Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2019

We need to discern whether something is from an evil spirit or the Holy Spirit.

IDENTIFYING SPIRITS Text: 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction 1. Discernment in Scripture is the skill that enables us to differentiate. It is the ability to see issues clearly. We desperately need to cultivate this spiritual skill that will enable us to know right from wrong. We must be prepared to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

A Right Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 29, 2019

In today’s continuation of our series “ Red Letter’s” we will pay special attention to: 1. The Necessity of Discernment 2. Having the Right Perception of Jesus 3. The Encouragement from Jesus to Keep Our Spirits Right & 4. The Cost of Discipleship

Introduction: In today’s continuation of our series “ Red Letter’s” we will pay special attention to: 1. The Necessity of Discernment 2. Having the Right Perception of Jesus 3. The Encouragement from Jesus to Keep Our Spirits Right & 4. The Cost of Discipleship I. Luke 9:37-42: Discernment ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-62, Luke 19:10, Luke 9:23, Luke 9:62, Luke 9:58, Luke 9:50, Luke 9:44, Luke 9:56  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Spirit Of Hope

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Apr 3, 2019

If there are two things which are universal to the human condition, it’s that we all hold hope dear to our heart, and we all have to face disappointments and some time or another. Though many may not realize it, hope isn’t just a universal experience, it’s a universal need.

OPENING STORY On this Armed Forces Day weekend, I am reminded of one of the persistent dreams of my childhood. When I was a kid, there was nothing I hoped for more than to one day be a Soldier like my dad. In fact, both my parents had served, and some of my earliest memories were putting my dad’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:22-27

Denomination: Nazarene

The Spirit As Fire Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 20, 2025

Throughout the Bible, God presents Himself as fire. Fire has many positive and helpful effects that reflect the way the Holy Spirit works in our lives.

Introduction: A. This past week, our nation has watched in horror as parts of the city of Los Angeles were destroyed by wildfires. 1. As of the writing of this sermon on Thursday…25 people had died in the fires, 12,300 structures had been destroyed, and 100,000 people had been evacuated. B. It is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29, Matthew 3:11, Psalm 139:23-24, Zechariah 2:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anointed By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 31, 2025

To be anointed by the Holy Spirit is to be empowered and set apart for God’s purposes. The anointing of the Spirit enables believers to operate beyond natural ability, allowing God’s power to work through them.

Title: ANOINTED BY THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 61:1 "The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek..." Supporting Texts: Acts 10:38, 1 John 2:20, Luke 4:18, Zechariah 4:6, Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1, Acts 10:38, 1 John 2:20, Luke 4:18, Zechariah 4:6, Psalm 23:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God