Sermons on Devoid Of The Spirit:

Stephen: A Man Full Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 21, 2008

In examining the short life of Stephen we see what matters. Does our face shine with the LIGHT?

Some of the quotes came from other sermons on sermoncentral.com Stephen: a man full of the Spirit te Acts 6:8-7:60 Stephen: a man full of GOD Not by might, not by power but by My Spirit says the LORD. Written anonymously on the walls of a medieval castle were the following words: You call ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spirit-Filled Living In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 6, 2008

Genuine followers of Christ are those whose lives show evidence of being guided and directed by the Holy Spirit.

Spirit-Filled Living In Christ Text: Eph. 5:15-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: In his article ’Celebrating God in Authentic Worship’, pastor Glenn Wagner (Calvary Church, Charlotte, NC) points out: "I believe that one of the most evangelistic tools the church possesses, one desperately needed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Grace, Love, And Fellowship Of The Spirit

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 18, 2008

Message examining the blessing Paul speaks to the church at Corinth.

Grace, Love, and Fellowship of the Spirit 2 Corinthians 13:14 Introduction - Sometimes, each of us needs a little something in our lives to hold onto; a promise from God - Every day, we are faced with difficult issues in life that challenge or stretch us to be different - Tonight, let’s look at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14, Genesis 5:1-4, Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following The Leading Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 21, 2008

Following God’s lead to obey whatever it takes

Following the Leading of the Spirit Acts 8:26-40 - Have you ever felt that you failed as a witness for Christ? Ever felt that God was calling you to do something but you chose to not listen to His voice? - This morning, let us discuss the importance of following the Spirit of God - Let us be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Led By The Spirit, Still Tempted

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Sep 22, 2008

We can repent and believe, but we will never grow if we don’t overcome temptation by God’s Word.

Lead by the Spirit - still tempted Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17 As we start our message this morning, I want you to look at Matthew 3, verse 2. “John said, ‘Change your hearts and lives because the kingdom of heaven is near.’” Jesus’ first message as he began his preaching ministry was the same. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Role Of The Holy Spirit In Witnessing Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Jan 10, 2010

To help alleviate our reluctance to witness, let us remember the role of the Holy Spiit in our witnessing endeavors.

Intro: We often are reluctant/fearful to share our faith because we depend too much on our own abilities and say "I just can't do that". Remembering the role of the Holy Spirit in our witnessing efforts will help us witness with confidence: I. He is the CULTIVATOR OF HEARDENED HEARTS. 1. We ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11, John 16:7, John 16:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Convicting Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 11, 2010

Jesus assures His followers that He would not leave them alone, but would send His substitute, the third member of the God-head. The Holy Spirit came to empower the church for life and witness

JOHN 16:7-11 THE [CONVICTING] MINISTRY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT [1 John 4: 1-6] There was much disappointment among the Apostles when Jesus disclosed that He must return to the Father. Jesus’ great work of redemption required His death so that through His resurrection from the dead death ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit: Who He Is Series

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 7, 2010

Sermon One in a three part sermon series on the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit: Who He Is John 14:15-26 The First in a three part series of messages on the Holy Spirit… 1. Who He is (John 14:15-26) 2. What He Does (John 16:7-15) 3. The Source of His Power (Romans 8:1-17) One of the things Christian people struggle with the most is God’s Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit: Navigational System

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 9, 2010

Christians have an internal navigational system. Jesus sent the Holy Spirit, who lives in us to “guide into all truth” (John 16: 13). If you need direction as to where to set the course of your life, don’t rely on your own way. Use God’s VOR system. He wi

Opening illustration: Have you ever wondered how an airplane pilot knows how to get from point A to point B? Most likely, he uses VOR, short for VHF Omni-directional Radio Range, a navigational system invented in the early 1950s. It still guides many aircraft to their destination today. The pilot ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit & The Non-Belliever Series

Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Sep 28, 2010

Is the Holy Spirit some sort of supernatural force in the universe? No, He is more than that, He is as much God as the Father and the Son and He has a ministry in the New Testament. Today we look at the ministry of the Holy Spirit to the non-believer.

Introduction The Trinity, the Great Three in One, as we look at these three we can understand the thought process somewhat of a father, we all have had fathers here on earth, some good, some not so good. I was blessed to have a good father and he taught me a lot. We are all sons, so we can is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-68

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surviving Through The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Aug 2, 2010

This is the fourth message in the series entitled "Survivor". We see one of the great ways to be a survivor is to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit.

SURVIVOR SERIES #4 – SURVIVING THROUGH THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Today, we are continuing our sermon series on the subject of SURVIVOR And what we’ve been doing is talking over the last few weeks about how to be A SURVIVOR in the times we live in And you know how it is in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Baptism And Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 6, 2010

Perhaps one of the most important yet least understood truths of the bible is the infilling and baptism of the Holy Spirit. I have come to realise that this is an unchanging truth but as God has led me to a deeper knowledge and experience my understanding

“Peace to you! As the Father has sent Me, I also send you.” And when He had said this, He breathed on them, and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” John 20:21-22 Perhaps one of the most important yet least understood truths of the bible is the infilling and baptism of the Holy Spirit. I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

By My Spirit Saith The Lord Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 24, 2010

God has designed His born again people so that they may be empowered for glory & service. The church's glory will not be acquired by human might & power but only by the Spirit of the Lord

ZECHARIAH 4:6-10 BY MY SPIRIT SAITH THE LORD [Ezra 4:1-5, 24] God has designed His born again people so that they may be empowered for glory and service. The lampstand for us today symbolizes the Church of God as it will shine in splendor when it is filled with the Spirit of God. For the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-10, Zechariah 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings Involving The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 27, 2010

How we are kept by the Holy Spirit

A little boy was sick on Palm Sunday and stayed home from church with his mother. His father returned from church holding a palm branch. The little boy was curious and asked, "Why do you have that palm branch, dad?" "You see, when Jesus came into town, everyone waved Palm Branches to honor him, so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Holy Spirit: The Gift Of Unity

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 27, 2010

Delivered in 1986, shortly after pastoral call. The Spirit gives us unity in a time of riskiness and danger. That gift is more than unanimity; it is dedication to God's purposes.

Not everything in every sermon has to be communicated in words. Words and speech are only a part of the way you get a message across. A part of what you folks receive is not only what you hear, but also what you see. What you see and what you pick up just from being here is certainly a part of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist