Sermons about Contentious Spirit

Knowing The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 6, 2005

based on 56 ratings

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The importance and divinity of the Holy Spirit - introduction to series on the Holy Spirit

Knowing The Holy Spirit April 3, 2005 John 16:5-15 Have you ever thought to yourself how amazing it would be to have been around when Jesus walked the earth – just to be near him, to see his face, to hear his voice? Read John 16:6-15 Jesus says “It is for your good that I am going away.” ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: *other

The Power Of Life In The Spirit

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005

based on 19 ratings

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You become a Christian in a moment, but becoming Christ-like is a lifelong journey.

Oswald Chambers, reflecting on man’s role regarding sanctification, wrote, “Personal holiness is an effect of redemption, not the cause of it.” Twenty years after his conversion, after having founded churches throughout the Mediterranean world, and near the end of his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baptism In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 23, 2006

based on 37 ratings

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Act 1:8 is the book of Acts in a nutshell. It establishes both the theme and the outline of the whole book. Listen again to this awesome promise Jesus makes to His followers in that verse.

Baptism in the Holy Spirit Series: Book of Acts #5 Acts 1:4-8[1] 11-13-05 Intro Act 1:8 is the book of Acts in a nutshell. It establishes both the theme and the outline of the whole book. Listen again to this awesome promise Jesus makes to His followers in that verse. Acts 1:8 “But you will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Charismatic

Beware Of The Spirit Of Emptiness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 31, 2006

based on 71 ratings

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EMPTY IS DANGEROUS. STAY FILLED WITH SIS SPIRIT, LOVE, JOY, PEACE, AND HOPE!

BEWARE: THERE IS A SPIRIT OF EMPTINESS EMPTY IS DANGEROUS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Man tends to be a creature of habit. We are given to PESSIMISM or OPTIMISM. We see bad, or we see good. Spiritual things start as a thought. We then set a pattern of thinking. I know people that can tell you ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"...be Filled With The Spirit"

Contributed by Asiri Perera on Jun 5, 2006

based on 11 ratings

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Every Christian is called to be filled with the Holy Spirit

…..be filled with the Spirit. Eph 5:18 Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit. Introduction • (We might have expected the apostle to plead for abstinence as over against intemperance. But he takes a more startling and positive line. He urges his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Holy Spirit - Pentecost

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jun 6, 2006

based on 14 ratings

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This sermon describes the institution, the power, and the importance of the Holy Spirit.

Scripture Reading: Acts 2:1-21 Message: “The Holy Spirit – Pentecost” Text: Jesus spoke these words to the disciples: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Teaching On The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 7, 2006

based on 5 ratings

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everything you have ever wanted to know about the Holy Spirit but were afraid to ask

Everything you have ever wanted to know about the Holy Spirit But were afraid to ask--Acts 2:1-4 Intro: we have so many people asking about the gifts of the Holy Spirit, the working of the Spirit of God, that I feel it is essential to present the importance of the Holy Spirit in the life of every ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Promise Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Nov 29, 2006

based on 19 ratings

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This is the third sermon in a series of four on The Holy Spirit from John 14:26 emphasizing the promise of the Holy Spirit as the way one is to live the Christian life.

What is a promise? Well, Webster’s Dictionary defines it as “a pledge that one will or will not do something; a basis or cause for hope or expectation.” We often use that word in statements we make to our children or other people to shore up or under gird or support what we say. And when ...read more

Scripture: John 14:26

Denomination: Baptist

Invasion Of The Spirit-Snatchers

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 30, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Planet Earth has been invaded--not by aliens from outer space but from heaven. In fact there ahve been four major invasions from this realm.

Invasion of the Spirit-Snatchers John 1:1-5; 10-14 In the days in which we live, we are finding that people are becoming more and more interested in the possibility that worlds other than our own may be inhabited. Is it possible that someday we might be able to communicate with these distant ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Spirit Filled Life Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 16, 2002

based on 17 ratings

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Those IN Christ have a Special Gift!

Spirit Filled Life Romans 8:1–17 Introduction I. At the end of Chapter 7 we see Paul dealing with the struggle between wanting to do evil in accordance to our sinful nature vs. doing the will of God. II. Paul says we are rescued from this situation through Jesus Christ. Main Body I. Those in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Introduction To The Gifts Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002

based on 74 ratings

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There is much discussion today regarding the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Some believe the gifts are for today, while others believe they passed away with the apostles. Who is right? What does the Bible say about this issue?

By: Donna J. Kazenske There is much discussion today regarding the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Some believe the gifts are for today, while others believe they passed away with the apostles. Who is right? What does the Bible say about this issue? The word of God should always have the final say if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-12, 1 Corinthians 13:1

Denomination: *other

The Gift Of Discerning Of Spirits Series

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002

based on 164 ratings

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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

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-10, Isaiah 6:1

Denomination: *other

Be Assured Spirit Is In You

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 25, 2002

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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

Scripture: Romans 8:9, Romans 4:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Spirits Of Christmas"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 15, 2002

based on 43 ratings

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Like Scrooge, we too can reclaim Christmas, with the help of the “spirits” of Christmas Past, Present, and Future

“The Spirits of Christmas” “Bah, Humbug!” shouted Ebenezer Scrooge, using a mild Victorian form of profanity, meaning “nonsense” or “rubbish”. Charles Dickens depicted Scrooge as the epitome of all cynics hardened to the holiday spirit. Scrooge was stingy, selfish, and heartless. Later on Dr ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Congregational

The Impact Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Williams on Dec 28, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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The Impact of the Holy Spirit on people, the church and society.

Sermon: Spiritual Impact Script. Txt: Acts 10:34-46 Location: FBC Grove City Date: 03 Feb 2002 Main Theme: The Impact of Holy Spirit. Acts 4:31-36 Introduction Several years ago the scientific community put the world on notice that at any moment and without much warning, our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-36, Joel 2:28

Denomination: Baptist

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