Sermons on Controlled By The Spirit:

Why The Bible Shows The Holy Spirit In Symbols? Series

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 7, 2023

A symbol is like a picture that speaks volumes about things that words cannot describe.

Sometimes people inadvertently deploy iconic expressions to cut short the necessity of employing so many words in tactful discussions. For example, people often say a picture is worth a thousand words. This expression immediately brings up the image that a picture can reveal more intimate details ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Armor Of God: The Helmet Of Salvation And The Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2022

If we are going to win the battle, we must know the enemy possesses the power. We must also understand that Satan is a vanquished foe and we have the equipment to fully protect ourselves. This week we will study the last two pieces of spiritual armor that God provides.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org watch this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/156328 Introduction It comes as a shock to the new or the uninformed believer that the Christian life is a battleground and not a playground. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Brethren

Faith In Action: "When The Spirit Takes Over”

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

My success and your success depend on how much you and I let the Holy Spirit take the reign of our lives. When the Holy Spirit takes over, He changes everything. Nothing stays the same.

Last week was a challenge; today is encouragement. This year, you will face tons of mountain-like challenges, and you will be tempted to draw strength and strategies on your human force and intellect, and social connection that are readily available at your disposal. But it's an encouragement ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-10, Ezra 3:2-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-10, John 18:37

Denomination: Foursquare

Don't Lie To The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 5, 2022

God calls his people to live lives of integrity, being honest and genuine in all we do.

Don’t Lie to the Holy Spirit Text: Acts 4:36-5:11 Introduction 1. Illustration: “You can fool some of the people some of the time, and some of the people all of the time, but you can’t fool Mom.” (Captain Penny). 2. You can take this wisdom from Captain Penny and appropriate into our spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Breaking The Yoke And Spirit Of Badluck And Opportunities Waster. Series

Contributed by Godday Osoba on Feb 22, 2023

A rejoicing Sister ran to meet her friends to tell them about the good news that just took place in her life few hours ago. How her fiance had just engage her and gave her an expensive engagement ring... Her friends celebrated with her

Hymn: PASS ME NOT, O GENTLE SAVIOUR No. 0488 SS & S Hymn book * Good Morning to you all Daddies, Mummies, Brothers and Sisters may our good Lord strengthen and visit you with a Miracle that look like a dream and how did it happen... AMEN..... A rejoicing Sister ran to meet her friends to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:2-3, Psalm 84:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Does Our Church Welcome The Holy Spirit?

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 2, 2016

The Holy Spirit does the hands-on work in the Bible: creating, inspiring, empowering, communicating the Word. Jesus left Him to direct the church. Are we ignoring Him or are we seeking Him and cooperating with Him?

DOES OUR CHURCH WELCOME THE HOLY SPIRIT? Mt.3:16; Gen. 1:1-2; 8:8-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE KNOWLEDGE THEY LACKED 1. Three men, a Texan, a N. Korean, and a New Yorker were standing on a sidewalk when a reporter approached them and said, “Excuse me, could I get your opinion on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit: For Theirs Is The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 26, 2017

The first beatitude. Not the economically poor but those who are poor in spiritual qualities.

Certain portions of Scripture seem to be etched more deeply into people's minds than others. Psalm 23 is definitely one of these, so also is I Corinthians 13 and Hebrews 11. The Sermon on the Mount, as Matthew chapters 5-7 is commonly called, is another. Its popularity may stem from its position ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3, Luke 18:9-14, Isaiah 66:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Will The Holy Spirit Do For You Today?

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Jul 6, 2017

what will the Holy Spirit do for you today

What will the Holy Spirit do for you today, will he give you a funny feeling, will he make you a fanatic, or will he make you say funny things? What will the Holy Spirit do for you today, (first, second, third), he will give you: 1. His Power. What will the Holy Spirit do for you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spirit Of Wisdom And Revelation In The Deep Knowledge Of Jesus

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 23, 2016

To show that GOD is the LORD JESUS CHRIST Himself in us as Wisdom and Revelation having within us His deep and intimate relationship.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you praying in tongues? Yes. 1 Corinthians 14:2 (Amplified Bible) For one who speaks in an [unknown] tongue speaks not to men but to God, for no one understands or catches his meaning, because in the [Holy] Spirit he utters secret truths and hidden things [not obvious to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

What The Bible Says About The Holy Spirit

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 22, 2017

The fastest growing group in the world is Pentecostal believers, projected to reach 800 million by 2025. This fact highlights the key to revival: the Holy Spirit. It's time the American church went back to the template of the N.T. church.

WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Reflecting on the recent presidential election, in the year 2000 Joe Lieberman ran for president. He was the United States Senator from Connecticut until 2013. Since he was the first potential Jew for presidential office ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcome Fear With Caleb's Spirit

Contributed by Clement Swarnappa on Jul 15, 2023

- David went through a great deal in the hands of Saul and his enemies - It took almost 25 years to become the king of Israel since his anointing when he was just 13 years old (1 Sam 16)

Overcome fear with Caleb's Spirit Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid? When we continue to read V 2-3, 2When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Want To Know About The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 21, 2023

Based on 1 John 4:13 - Encourages hearers to know that the Holy Spirit is in them.

“I WANT TO KNOW ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT” 1 John 4:13 FBCF – 8/20/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen – one of the first to discover the magnetic meridian of the North Pole & to discover the South Pole. On one of his trips, he took a homing pigeon w/ him. When he had finally ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13, John 14:16-17, John 10:28-29, Romans 8:16, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 12:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

My Name Is ....holy Spirit (Hagios Pneuma) Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 14, 2024

Last of a fun little series looking at five different names of God - God as Provider, God as Healer, God as Father, God as Yeshua (God in Flesh) and God as Holy Spirit

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26–28; John 14:15-17; Acts 2:38 Series: Names of God My name is ….. Ruah Qodesh – Hagios Pneuma – Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We are only a few weeks away from celebrating Halloween. About 50 years ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26-28, John 14:15-17, Acts 2:38

Denomination: Nazarene

The Transformative Power, Authority, And Responsibilities Of The Holy Spirit. Series

Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Mar 21, 2025

The Holy Spirit, in Christian theology, is considered the third person of the Holy Trinity, alongside God the Father and God the Son (Jesus Christ). The transformative power, authority, and responsibilities of the Holy Spirit are central to Christian belief and practice.

1. Transformative Power of the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit's transformative power is evident throughout Scripture, both in individual lives and in the broader community of believers. Regeneration and New Birth Biblical Illustration: In John 3, Jesus explains to Nicodemus that one must be ...read more

Scripture: John 3:5, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, Acts 2:4, John 16:8, Acts 4:32, Genesis 1:2, 2 Peter 1:21, Acts 5:3, Acts 13:2, John 14:16-17, John 14:26, Ephesians 1:13, Romans 8:26, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 12:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Go! And Rely On The Spirit - Zechariah 4:6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 29, 2025

In a world that often tells us to rely on our own strength, our own abilities, our own wisdom, we come to a powerful reminder from Scripture: true success in God's kingdom is not by our power, not by our might, but by the Spirit of the Lord.

Go! And Rely on the Spirit - Zechariah 4:6 Introduction Today, we continue our "Go! And..." series with an essential truth from the book of Zechariah. In a world that often tells us to rely on our own strength, our own abilities, our own wisdom, we come to a powerful reminder from ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6, Isaiah 40:29-31, Acts 1:8, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Pentecostal