Sermons on Deceptive Spirits:

Spirit Decay PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon encourages active spiritual maintenance to prevent decay, cultivate holiness, and respond to God's call, using the wisdom of Ecclesiastes as a guide.

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering, where we come not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ's love. We are here, in this sacred space, not by mere chance or circumstance, but by divine appointment. As we gather here today, let us remember the words of Charles Spurgeon ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:18

Topics: Decay Process

Water And The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the mystery of the Trinity, the transformative power of prayer, and the transcendent relationship believers can have with God through His Spirit.

Good morning, my beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, to stand together under the banner of our faith, and to seek wisdom from the Holy Word of God. It's a privilege to share in this fellowship, to bask in the warmth of our shared love for our Savior, and to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Romans 8:12-17, John 3:1-17

Topics: Living By The Spirit

Receive The Spirit Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the power of the Holy Spirit, the encouragement from Jesus, and the promise of faith as depicted in John 20:19-23, aiming to help believers grow closer to God and experience His presence.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into an incredible passage from the book of John, where we'll explore The Power of the Holy Spirit, The Encouragement of Jesus, and The Promise of Faith. As we embark on this journey, let's remember the words of the well-respected Christian ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Topics: Holy Spirit, Divine Encouragement, Promise Of Faith

Moved By The Spirit

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 22, 2024

We will look at what a believer looks like, and what they will do, when they are “Moved by the Spirit.” They are called out by God for a purpose revolving around His purpose and plan to make a difference in their family, community, and world for Christ

Moved By the Spirit Ezra 1:5-6 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U16bCwoYr-8 While reading the book of Ezra, the Lord wouldn’t allow me to move beyond chapter one and specifically to meditate on verses five and six. Ezra begins by taking us back to Jeremiah’s prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:5-6, John 12:26

Denomination: Foursquare

Led By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 18, 2024

Will you follow where the Spirit leads you and do what he calls you to do?

LED BY THE SPIRIT Text: Acts 19:21-22 Introduction 1. Illustration: N T Wright, the famous New Testament scholar talks about the task of Christians in the world. He says, "Many say, 'Oh yes, the Holy Spirit came in his place to live in us.' Yes, but for what purpose? The Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Spirit As Wind Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 25, 2024

Jesus said that the Spirit is like wind - it is invisible and unpredictable. Wind has the power to transform, energize, and destroy, and so does the Spirit. The Spirit provides the power we need to be who we are called to be and do what we are called to do.

A. Let’s start today’s sermon with an illustration comparing two amazing women. 1. Katie Spotz and Laura Dekker have a lot in common – they are both endurance athletes and they both have boats. 2. Both ladies made headlines when they completed solo trips – Katie across the Atlantic and Laura around ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8, Acts 2:1-4, Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christmas Spirit

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 14, 2025

How much of our activity at this season owes more to the Christmas spirit than to the spirit of Christ?

The eternally liberal town of Eugene, Oregon lost their cross a few years ago. It used to overlook the town from Skinner Butte, but after a heated battle it was replaced by an American flag. This year the diversity police focused on a new target. The Christmas tree in the Hult Center for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Poor In Spirit

Contributed by Samuel M on Aug 27, 2025

Poor in the Spirit is the cycle of always receiving and always giving to others what we have received from God, resulting in we staying poor (becoming empty)

Poor in the Spirit is a state in which we are always (continually) dependent on God, receiving provisions from Him and always giving the received provisions to meet their own or others' needs. Poor in the Spirit is the cycle of always receiving and always giving to others what we have received ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

The Gift Of The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 27, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of embracing the Holy Spirit, responding to God's call, and utilizing spiritual gifts for personal growth and service to others.

Good morning, dear church family. It warms my heart to see each one of you here today, gathered in unity and anticipation. We are all here to witness the unfolding of God's Word, to listen, to understand, and to apply it in our daily lives. We are about to embark on a spiritual discourse that will, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, Numbers 11:24-30, John 20:19-23

Topics: Gift Of The Spirit

Walk In The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

This sermon explores understanding and living a Spirit-led life, balancing spiritual guidance with daily life, and committing to a Spirit-guided year ahead.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy to gather together in this sacred space, to share in the fellowship of believers, and to turn our hearts and minds to the living Word of God. Our focus today is on the beautiful, profound, and life-altering passage from Galatians 5:16, "So I say, walk ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16

Topics: Listen, Spirit

The Spirit Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 12, 2023

Emphasizes celebrating Christmas by manifesting God's love, as shown through Jesus Christ, and making love the centerpiece of our holiday celebrations.

Welcome, beloved family of God, to this warm gathering of hearts and souls, united in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we gather here, let us remember that the Christmas season is not merely about the glittering lights, the festive decorations, or the beautifully wrapped gifts ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10

Topics: Love, Christmas

Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024

This sermon explores the Holy Spirit's empowering presence in believers' lives, enhancing their connection with God and enabling them to bear spiritual fruit.

Good morning Today, we are going to focus on a powerful passage in the Book of Acts, a passage that speaks to the very core of our Christian walk. Acts 1:8 says, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Topics: Ability, Results

The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

Exploring the Holy Spirit's role in empowering, gifting, and guiding believers, emphasizing our need to understand and harness this divine presence within us.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of our Lord! As we sit here together, it's a joy to know that we are bound by a common love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds towards a fundamental aspect ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-17

Topics: Gifts, Holy Spirit

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

Fig Leaf Fashions

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 8, 2011

A sermon about the futility of trying to cover our sins by human effort.

Fig Leaf Fashions Genesis 3:1-21 Scripture Reading (6-7) I. The Cause for the Fig Leaf Fashions v. 1-7a A. The serpent scheming Let's start with some background. Adam and Eve are living in the Garden of Eden, Paradise. In Chapter 2:16,17 God has given them a simple instruction. Whenever I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist