Sermons on Controlled By The Spirit:

The Armor Of God: The Sword Of The Spirit

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 13, 2023

If we were to have every piece of armor we have talked about up to this point, we would be capable of withstanding the devil's attacks in our life. But God gives us more! He wants us to be able to send the devil running, not simply be able to withstand his attacks!

Alba 8-13-2023 THE ARMOR OF GOD: THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT Ephesians 6:17 When our son, Kevin, was just a little boy, we had some videos and he loved watching the Disney animated movie, Robin Hood. He also liked the movie Ivanhoe, which was another swashbuckling film. As a result Kevin liked ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Amazing Manifestations Of The Spirit Of God Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Apr 16, 2018

When you allow Precious Holy Spirit to work with you and through you, you live an amazing life full of confidence, boldness and beauty

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER pt.5 (THE AMAZING MANIFESTATIONS OF THE SPIRIT OF GOD) Acts 2:5-8 King James Version (KJV) 5 And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven. 6 Now when this was noised abroad, the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:5-8

Denomination: Charismatic

By My Spirit, Saith The Lord

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 29, 2017

By My Spirit, Saith the Lord

By My Spirit, Saith the Lord The Kingdom of God is a Kingdom of Power The Holy Ghost is the Power of God The church may be Principled but do we have Power? Ezekiel 37:1-14 The hand of the LORD was upon me, and carried me out in the spirit of the LORD, and set me down in the midst of the valley ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1

Denomination: Foursquare

The Shedding Abroad Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 2, 2017

Acts 2 verses 33-35 are strangely, and sadly, not found anywhere in the weekly lectionary. I have sought to address them here, in their immediate context.

THE "SHEDDING ABROAD" OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Acts 2:32-36. This is a compact set of verses, brim-full of theological gems: i. The crucifixion of Jesus (Acts 2:36); ii. His resurrection (Acts 2:32); and iii. His exaltation to the right hand of God (Acts 2:33). The passage is also ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:32-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Importance Of The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by John Gaston on May 5, 2017

The Book of Acts portrays this event as not isolated, but a widespread phenomena which was considered normative to the N.T. believers. Have you experienced the Baptism in the Holy Spirit?

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT Acts 10:1-46 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: NOSTALGIA REMEMBER WHEN: 1. Marriages were likely to outlast all 3 wedding gift toasters? 2. Paperbacks had more passion on the covers than in their contents? 3. The only person you could find at a store at 3 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Benefits Of The Baptism In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 19, 2017

Are you willing to move forward into the power that God desires that you have?

May 21, 2017 Morning Worship Text: Romans 8:37 Subject: The Anointing of the Holy Spirit Part 3 Title: The Benefits of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit We began this series several weeks ago and I feel it is so important to continue in it as we lead up to the Day of Pentecost. I like to say ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Defense Of The Spirit Of True Christianity

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 29, 2019

Am I my brother's keeper?

IN DEFENSE OF THE SPIRIT OF TRUE CHRISTIANITY OR HE FELL Scripture: Luke 10: 25 -37 I. Justification A. Define Justify: -to render righteous or such he ought to be -to show, exhibit, evince, one to be righteous, such as he is and wishes himself to be considered. -to declare, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Genesis 4:9, Luke 16:13-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Believe In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 21, 2024

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets.

John 6 – We Believe in the Holy Spirit February 25, 2024 There are 21 chapters in John and the Holy Spirit is mentioned 21 times. John 6:63 NIV “The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you are Spirit and they are life.” We believe in the Holy Spirit, the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:63, Genesis 1:2, John 14:26-27, John 3:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Characteristics Of A Spirit-Filled Church Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 23, 2024

Acts 2:42-47 gives us the characteristics of a Spirit-filled church.

Introduction We live in deeply troubling times. We have two major wars—in Ukraine and Israel—going on at present that are significant for our country in different ways. Thousands of people are being killed. Billions of dollars are being spent. No end is in sight. Our country is facing a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mighty Wind Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 27, 2024

Revivals are times when God sends this kind of mighty wind of the Holy Spirit. He blows with a great force, affecting everyone in a given place or region. This wind blows with such force that human hearts cannot withstand it.

Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea; and the Lord caused the sea to go back by a strong east wind all that night, and made the sea into dry land, and the waters were divided. Exodus 14:21 The strong east wind blew all night. This wind split the sea and created a dry land in the middle ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:21

Spirit Of The Law Part 1

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 27, 2023

Who better to give a commentary on the Old Testament than it's author, Jesus? Let's look at the Spirit of the law in Matthew 5.

The best commentary on the Old Testament is by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. In each case we learn several things, 1) the Spirit of the law, 2) our utter failure to live up to it, and 3) our need for forgiveness and mercy. Let’s begin to understand the intent of the law by its author. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Baptist

Spirit Of The Law Part 2

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2023

How does Jesus explain the Spirit of the law. Let's continue our look at the Sermon on the Mount in in Matthew 5 part 2.

Did Jesus tell us to be as perfect as God? How is that possible? Let’s understand the context and the Spirit of the law in Matthew 5:38-48. Eye for an Eye Let’s begin with an eye for an eye. You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. (Matthew 5:38 CEB) Have we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of The Law, Part 3

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 4, 2023

What about spiritual show-offs? What about materialism and material worries? What did Jesus say about these things in Matthew 6?

As Jesus continued describing the Spirit of the law, He discussed spiritual show-offs, prayer and worry about material things. Let’s look at Matthew 6. Religious Show Offs What are our motives in doing good? Jesus taught that our motive should be to glorify God (Matthew 5:16) not to show ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Familiar Spirits Bible Study Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 7, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

Familiar Spirits Bible Study (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Ecclesiastes 9:4-6, Leviticus 20:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit Of The Law Part 4

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 7, 2023

Let's discuss wrong judgment, right judgment and God's judgment in Matthew 7.

As we continue the Sermon on the Mount and the Spirit of the law, Jesus explains wrong judgment, right judgment and God’s judgment in Matthew 7. Wrong Judgment Should Christians severely judge others or unfairly find fault? Don’t judge, so that you won’t be judged. For with whatever judgment you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist