Sermons on Depending On The Spirit:

Sermon On Self-Identification

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 12, 2023

Self-identity is defined as the perception or recognition of one's characteristics as a particular individual, especially in relation to social context.

Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American essayist once remarked: “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” Exodus 3:14-15 confirms: “God said to Moses, “I am who I am.” And he said, “Say this to the people of Israel: ‘I am has sent me ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Hebrews 13:5, Philippians 4:8-9, Romans 12:2

Lord, I Need You! Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 17, 2024

During a time of crisis and despair, David pours out his heart to God, recognizing that there are two places to dwell in life's trials: on the rock of God's security or in the pit of defeat. He is teaching us that our struggles can be transformed into songs of praise when we trust in Him.

Lord, I Need You! Psalm 28 Introduction: David is experiencing a time of great extremity – nighttime hours of the soul – one of David’s songs in the night. Interesting: many of the hymns we sing were born out great struggle. Such is the Psalm before us. Story Behind the Psalm: Not told the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Devoted Life

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Nov 12, 2024

This sermon calls upon each of us to examine what we are devoted to. Is our devotion to God in good order? Is our devotion to family as it should be? Or are we devoted to self?

But from there you will seek the Lord your God, and you will find Him if you seek Him with all your heart and with all your soul. Deuteronomy 4:29 Where is there? Our Scripture says that “But from there”. Well, where I took this verse from was in context of the Lord telling the Children of Israel, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:29, Luke 16:13, Ezra 7:10, Nehemiah 5:14-16, Psalm 86:1-3, Romans 16:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Free Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 8, 2011

The moment every Christian begins to truly grow in Him is when we realize we’re completely dependent on Him for forgiveness. It is only then that we become free to fully yield our lives to God. But God does not leave us there. He has given us his Spirit t

Breathe: Living Free Acts 2:42-47 and 2 Corinthians 3:17 In London, the ad agency handling T-Mobile’s account hired dance troupes in the Liverpool London train station to dance to music piped in over the station’s intercom system. The dancers had two minutes to get everyone to dance to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

End Time Gloom Or End Time Glory? It All Depends!

Contributed by John Davis on Aug 14, 2008

As followers of Jesus should living in the last days cause us to become more fearful or more loving, more selfish or more selfless. It all depends on Looking and Listening.

Read: 2 Tim. 3:1-17 How should the hard times of the last days affect us? Read:(Proverbs 4:18,19) But the path of the Just is as a shining light that shines more and more unto the perfect day. The way of the wicked is darkness they know not at what they stumble. What do the end times mean to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ten Facts About Baptism With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on May 20, 2020

This is a short sermon that outlines some important facts about Baptism with the Holy Spirit. I pray you are blessed by it.

The period between the resurrection and Pentecost is a period of spiritual intensity. It requires an intense spiritual response from us. For us Christians, that intensity does not come from ourselves for we can of ourselves do nothing. We need to depend on the Lord and avail ourselves for Him to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14, Acts 1:8, Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

For All The Promises Of God In Him Are Yes, And In Him Amen

Contributed by Michael Grant on Sep 18, 2020

A message on how God is dependable and how all the promises He makes are fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ who saves us from sin and its penalty.

Once again turn in your Bibles to the book of 2 Corinthians chapter 1, 2 Corinthians chapter 1. This week we will be finishing the chapter by covering verses 15-24 and I’ve titled this message “All the promises of God in Christ are yes and amen!” This is what Paul tells the Corinthian church in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:15-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Galatians 5:16-25, The Spirit-Controlled Life! Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Galatians 5:16-25, The Spirit-controlled life!

The Spirit Controlled Life Galatians 5:16-25 March 2008 * One of the positive things about preaching through a book of the Bible is that you are forced to address topics that you might otherwise skip over. * Traditionally, we Baptist have left the teaching of a Spirit controlled life to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Things The Holy Spirit Does In Our Lives!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 19, 2011

SEVEN THINGS THE HOLY SPIRIT DOES IN OUR LIVES is an outline that show seven different ways the Holy Spirit works in our daily lives!

SEVEN THINGS THE HOLY SPIRIT DOES IN OUR LIVES! I. He speaks to us. A. Acts 8:29 (KJV) Then the Spirit said unto Philip, Go near, and join thyself to this chariot. B. He speaks through His written Word C. He speaks to our hearts. II. He teaches us. A. John 14:26 (KJV) But the Comforter, which is ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-18

Do Not Limit The Holy One Of Israel (Part 4): Fear Is A Spirit That Limits Our Dependence On God In Times Of Trouble (Teach)

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

Biologists say fear is the first & only universal emotion expressed in man and animals. We come into this world stamped with fear and those fears are multiplied as we grow. 365 “Fears Nots” are mentioned in the Bible. So how do we overcome destructive fear & trust God for breakthroughs?

DO NOT LIMIT THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL (PART 4): FEAR IS A SPIRIT THAT LIMITS OUR DEPENDENCE ON GOD IN TIMES OF TROUBLE (TEACH) 1. 1 Samuel 28: 3 Now Samuel had died, and all Israel had lamented for him and buried him in Ramah, in his own city. And Saul had put the mediums and the spiritists out of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:3-20, 1 Timothy 1:7, Psalm 78:41

Denomination: Charismatic

The Holy Spirit - Part 1 Of 9 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 3, 2017

The Holy Spirit is undeniably the least understood part of deity, yet he is said to live within us, a gift we receive when we are baptized. He has several names - Comforter, Spirit of Truth, Helper, and even Holy Ghost in early English translations.

THE HOLY SPIRIT This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2, John 14:16-17, John 14:26, John 16:7-15, 1 Corinthians 12:3-14, Ephesians 4:4, Mark 1:10, Acts 2:2, 2 Corinthians 3:17, John 4:24, 2 Samuel 23:1-2, Psalm 51:11, 2 Peter 1:21, Joel 2:28-29, Acts 2:16-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fruits Of The Spirit (June 30, 2013)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 4, 2021

Someone once asked a question that I am sure that we could all relate to given that it has happened to you. Does our lifestyle illustrate a walk that bears God’s name?

THE FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT Text: Galatians 5:1, 13-26 Galatians 5:1 - Galatians 5:13 -26  For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand firm, therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.  (13)  For you were called to freedom, brothers and sisters; only do ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: United Methodist

The Gluing Fruit ~ Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 13, 2008

Faithfulness is the “gluing” fruit that will preserve our faith and the other characters of the Spirit and identify God’s will so we can be dependable and trusting to God and others. It is the one fruit that we give to God, whereas the others are from the

Opening illustration: Mark Hatfield tells of touring Calcutta with Mother Teresa and visiting the so-called "House of Dying," where sick children are cared for in their last days, and the dispensary, where the poor line up by the hundreds to receive medical attention. Watching Mother Teresa ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gifts Of The Spirit 5- Propecy & Discernment Of Spirits Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 17, 2004

1) The three sources (of revelation) 2) The three standards (against which to measure it) 3) The three stages (at which error can creep in: revelation, interpretation, application)

Gifts of the Spirit 5- ¡§To another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits¡¨ 1 Cor 12:10 WBC 19/9/4 pm - How can I become more discerning about what is from God and what isn¡¦t? - How can I be wise about mistakes made in the prophetic yet completely open to what God might be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction Continued - The Spirit’s Energizing Of The Existence. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 12, 2010

The real source of energy behind the universe.

Intro: 1. The scientists were all excited about what is called "dark energy" but lately articles have brought the idea into doubt. One such article notes: "It was only a few years ago that astronomers shook up current models of the Universe with the theory of dark energy; which says ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2

Denomination: Baptist