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  • The Gift Of Discerning Of Spirits Series

    Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 164 ratings
     | 39,326 views

    Discerning of spirits is such a vital gift to the body of Christ. The enemy has gotten away with a lot of demonic manifestations in our church services because the gift of discerning of spirits was not functioning in the leadership.

    By: Donna J. Kazenske 1 Cor. 12:7-10 "But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom, through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another the gift of faith by the same Spirit, to another ...read more

  • Be Assured Spirit Is In You

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 25, 2002
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,322 views

    Many Christians feel unsure whether the Holy Spirit is working in them. Be assured He is!

    Assurance that the Holy Spirit is at work in You October 26, 2002 Sometimes, something happens in our life that causes us to wonder whether the Holy Spirit is even at work there. A seed of doubt is planted that can lead to lost sleep, mental machinations, even loss of faith. And it can happen very ...read more

  • The True Spirit Of Giving

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 25, 2000
    based on 107 ratings
     | 8,150 views

    This sermon is about the gift of God’s mercy upon the crippled lives of humanity

    "The True Spirit of Giving" 2 Samuel 4:4,and chapter 9) -Rev. A. L. Torrence, Pastor of The Cross of Life Lutheran Church “It’s the hard knock life for us. It’s the hard knock life for us. Steada treated, we get tricked. Steada kisses, we get kicked. It’s the hard knock life!” Those words ...read more

  • Fruit Of The Spirit: Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 5, 2000
    based on 97 ratings
     | 7,176 views

    This sermon looked at the gentleness of Christ in relation to the Fruit of the Spirit.

    Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness It was almost a postcard perfect day, the blue skies, the gently sunshine and the children playing. The crowds had gathered around the young prophet from Galilee that they had heard so much about. The afternoon had begun with Jesus healing the sick who had been ...read more

  • Walking In The Spirit Revisited

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 12, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 3,146 views

    What does it really mean to "walk in the Spirit?"

    Revisiting "Walking in The Spirit" (Galatians 5:16-26) We can view "walking in the Spirit" in differing ways. One concise way to summarize the process I call the "5 Habits of Truly Spiritual Christians." They are implied in this text (as well as surrounding context), though some of them are ...read more

  • Baptized In The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 14, 2000
    based on 158 ratings
     | 8,696 views

    What does it mean to recieve the baptism of the Holy Spirit?

    Ephesians 5:18 "And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit." This passage has two commands, both I am sure are of equal importance. If I were to come to church next Sunday drunk, I know this church would know what to do, for the Bible says we are ...read more

  • The Power Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2000
    based on 89 ratings
     | 5,939 views

    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

  • Having A Right Spirit

    Contributed by Tyrone Garay on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 25,506 views

    the need to have a right spirit in all that we do, keeping our lives free from bitterness and unforgivness, the power of a right spirit and keeping our motives in check

    Renew a Right Spirit within me… Ps 51:1-10 51:1 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash me throughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I acknowledge my transgressions: and ...read more

  • Developing A Generous Spirit

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 164 ratings
     | 12,838 views

    One of the most committed Christians with one of the most brilliant minds in the evangelical world gave a talk to several hundred business and Christian leaders in our city, Cleveland, Ohio.

    One of the most committed Christians with one of the most brilliant minds in the evangelical world gave a talk to several hundred business and Christian leaders in our city, Cleveland, Ohio. Ravi Zacharias talked about the foundations that have been destroyed in our culture and so desperately need ...read more

  • Who Is The Holy Spirit?

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,895 views

    Thesis: Though our knowledge of the Holy Spirit is limited, we know enough from Scripture to clear up many misconceptions about Him.

    Thesis: Though our knowledge of the Holy Spirit is limited, we know enough from Scripture to clear up many misconceptions about Him. Intro.: 1. There is a general uneasiness and hesitancy in many Churches of Christ in talking about the Holy Spirit. a. Because of the Pentecostal/Charismatic ...read more

  • The Fruit Of The Spirit: Love

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 104 ratings
     | 11,113 views

    Today we consider how we display the fruit of love.

    Introductory Considerations 1. As my children grow older, I notice a ceratin thing, sometimes to my dismay and especially to their dismay. The attitudes they have in life are not that different from mine- towards God, themselves, and others. The Dutch have saying - "he apple does not fall very far ...read more

  • Worship In Spirit And Truth Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 5, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,275 views

    What worship is about, and how to worship in spirit and truth.

    Jesus’ words: worship in spirit and truth. WBC 4/4/4 am Jn 4:21f Reading: Jn 4:19-26 Intro/ Illustr: Black man’s prayer - hands up all of you who love true worship! (tee hee) - THAT was true worship of God, eh? o From the heart …and head….. and life SACRIFICE OF PRAISE And it’s something we ...read more

  • The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Love Series

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 24, 2004
    based on 42 ratings
     | 6,415 views

    This is the second in the series of messages on "The Fruit of the Spirit."

    The Fruit of the Spirit Is Love --Galatians 5:16-26 and John 15:1-8 Envision the “Fruit of the Spirit” as being a single cluster of fruit, perhaps a cluster of grapes. Included in that single cluster are nine Christian virtues the Holy Spirit produces in believers who live, walk, and are ...read more

  • The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Joy Series

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on May 2, 2004
    based on 42 ratings
     | 6,328 views

    This is the third sermon in the Series on "The Fruit of the Spirit"

    THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS JOY—GALATIANS 5:22-26 and Hebrews 12:1-3 I first heard George Fredrick Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” from THE MESSIAH when I was in the sixth grade. I had been promoted to the junior high band before the end of my fifth grade year. Now it was December, 1959; I ...read more

  • How To Be Spirit-Filled

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 1, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,791 views

    Canada’s Olympic glory gives a picture of God’s will - the fullness of His Spirit, the Joy of God , so how can we get in on it.

    How to be Spirit-filled Team Canada’s gold medal win in Salt Lake City Olympics has spread a spirit of patriotism. Waves of red and white all over the country, coast to coast. Spontaneous singing, outburst of shouts of triumph, joy and celebration! Some say declare a holiday in Feb. to ...read more