Sermons on Deceitful Spirits:

Receiving The Spirit And Gifts Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Dec 12, 2023

Session 1: This introduction to "spiritual gifts" discusses the promise of the Holy Spirit, how and when we receive the Spirit, the meaning of being filled with the Spirit, and the reason why spiritual gifts are given to believers.

Tonight, we will begin our study on spiritual gifts. Most of us are familiar with Matthew 28:19-20, in which Jesus gave His disciples the Great Commission to “go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15, John 3:1-6, Acts 2:1-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, 1 Corinthians 14:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Caring For Your Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 26, 2024

Much attention is given to caring for our bodies, but caring for our spirit is even more important. This message instructs believers on how to maintain a strong, fervent spirit.

Intro We have been talking about the human spirit. Paul prayed for the Ephesian believers that they would be strengthened in the inner man (Eph. 3:16). It was said of both John the Baptist and Jesus that they became “strong in spirit.”i God wants our spirit to be strong. As we learned in previous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11, Ephesians 3:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 Samuel 15:22, 2 Corinthians 7:1, 2 Timothy 2:15, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

Jesus made an important promise to His followers regarding spiritual power: And behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. (Luke 24:49).

SERIES: UNDERSTANDING POWER PRINCIPLES THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT - POWER PRINCIPLE TWO OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to: • Give a Biblical reference which reveals the relation of the Holy Spirit to power. • Identify the main purpose of the power of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Encountering The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024

Being that today is Pentecost Sunday, we are going to be looking at several characters from the bible that had an encounter with the Holy Spirit

Opener: Good morning everyone, so nice to see everyone here this morning. This morning we are joining Christians all around the world in celebrating Pentecost Sunday. This morning the title of our message is “Encounters with the Holy Spirit”. Last week, we talked about two people that encountered ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Danger Of Murmuring Spirits. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 3, 2024

Let us explore the danger of murmuring spirits in men, which are indeed evil spirits.

In Numbers 32, we see the Israelites murmuring against God's appointed leaders, Moses and Aaron. This murmuring was not just a harmless complaint, but a rebellious spirit that grieved the Holy Spirit. In Philippians 2:14-15, we are admonished to "do all things without murmuring and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:1-13, Philippians 2:14-15

Keep The Unity Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 11, 2024

As we conclude this series on the 7 ones that lead to unity, we review the importance of being committed to unity and to allowing the 7 ones to be the focus of that unity.

A. The story is told about a man who was walking across a bridge one day, and saw another man standing on the edge, about to jump off. 1. The man immediately ran over and said “Stop! Don’t do it!” The man said, “Why shouldn't I?” 2. The rescuer said: “Well, there’s so much to live for!” The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, 1 Timothy 2:1-6, Psalm 133:1, John 17:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Drunk In The Spirit.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 23, 2022

Luke 24:49NKJV Behold, I send the Promise of My Father upon you; but tarry in the city of Jerusalem until you are endued with power from on high.” This word endued means, clothed, or robed with power from on high.

Getting Drunk In The Spirit. Acts 2:14-21NKJV A ship-wrecked man who managed to reach and uninhabited Island decided to protect himself against the elements and to safeguard the few possessions he had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-21, Ephesians 5:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking In Step With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 27, 2022

Though every season be different, our attitude towards the Lord must remain the same. This series is going to conclude by discussing six things that will help us in any season to keep a spiritual rhythm that honors God!

Spiritual Rhythm Walking in Step with the Spirit Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Many Christians believe that the key to serving God faithfully is to seek a good balance between work, play, and worship. They feel that those who attain this balance will be filled ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 4, 2022

We want to look at the Holy Spirit in context to our overall Biblical study of God. We keep in mind that Holy, creator God is One. We also keep in mind that there is one God in three-person, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

The highway department hired a new painter to paint the lines on the road. The first day on the job he painted lines on a five mile stretch of road and he was the talk of the department. The next day he did well again, but this time only two and a half miles. Still, it was very good. On the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:14, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Zechariah 4:6, 1 Corinthians 2:10-11, Romans 8:26-27, Ephesians 5:18, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

God The Holy Spirit

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 18, 2022

Let’s explore who is the Holy Spirit.

A study of the third Person of the Trinity is called Pneumatology, from the Greek word pneuma (p?e?µa) meaning Spirit, wind or breath. Let’s explore who is the Holy Spirit. Was the Holy Spirit involved in creation? “Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the watery ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26-27, Acts 2:17-18, Acts 5:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Worship In Spirit And Truth

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 2, 2024

A message about the importance of worship in Spirit and in Truth.

Title: True Worshipers Theme: To show that life is when we worship God. We find hope. We find peace. We have change. Text: John 4 Opening Scripture John 4:19-24 The woman said to Him, "Sir, I perceive that You are a prophet. (20) Our fathers worshiped on this mountain, and you Jews ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Exit Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 8, 2024

How to avoid the exit of the Holy Spirit? Rebellion leads to rejection, Repentance leads to Restoration, and Revival leads to rejoicing, reconciliation of one another and reconstruction of the world .

Theme: Exit of the Holy Spirit Text: Psalm 51:10-12 Introduction: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Alders gate: 24th May was the history changing day. On the Alders-gate street John Wesley had the strong involvement of the Holy Spirit in his life. He said my heart was “strangely ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12

Denomination: Methodist

Growing In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 13, 2024

Today we want to think about the help of the Holy Spirit in our Journey with Jesus - a daily trek of discipleship that we never walk alone!

Journey With Jesus: Growing In The Holy Spirit Introduction In our series, we began with the foundation of following Jesus - the Beatitudes. Last week we considered the truth that Jesus Is Lord and the demands of discipleship that go along with that. Some of those seem difficult to obey, but we ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17, Romans 8:26, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Introducing The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 1, 2024

A deep look at the Holy Spirit and how He helps us who believe.

Let’s talk about the Holy Spirit tonight. The background for tonight’s study is the Lord’s devastating announcement that he is going away. The disciples are not to be alarmed, though, because another comforter is coming. The comforter is promised. The Greek word for comforter means “one called ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Gifts Of The Spirit

Contributed by Marty Baker on Apr 22, 2024

The Holy Spirit is God's power and presence within you. When you receive His gifts, your life will be changed. Today I want to talk about spiritual gifts. A genuine sign of being a Christian is the strong desire to identify your spiritual gifts and to them to help others.

The Holy Spirit Series #3 Understanding Spiritual Gifts Dr. Marty Baker / April 21, 2024 / 1 Corinthians 12:7 Welcome to Stevens Creek Church. I am so glad that you are here today. I want to welcome all of you in our Grovetown Campus and in our South Campus and all of those watching online. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7, Romans 12:6-8, Ephesians 4:1-12, 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Church Of God