Sermons on Discerning Of Spirit:

In Step With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007

I preach expository messages, and this is the fourteenth in my series on the Book of Acts.

In Step with the Spirit Acts 8:1b-40 August 12, 2007 Raised a Baptist, I’ve still got Baptist feet. In other words, you don’t want to see me try to dance. That doesn’t mean I don’t have rhythm; I’m okay there, but dance? No. I’ve never laughed as much in my life, I don’t think, as I did a few ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Desire Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

In general the church has made little progress as pertains to spiritual gifts, This problem could be cured if we would once again allow the Holy Spirit to birth divine desire in our hearts.

1Co 14:1 “DESIRE SPIRITUAL GIFTS” Every thing Jesus did from a supernatural standpoint was an operation and manifestation of at least one, or a combination of the gifts of the spirit in his life. Why teach on the gifts of the spirit? (1) If there is to be any manifestation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-12, 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

Spirit Of The Lord Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 1, 2023

Pastor John teaches on the 7-fold Spirit of God

Spirit of the LORD Holy Spirit Series July 30th, 2023 Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-3 Introduction- I got saved in July of 1993, and thrown into the deep end of what it means to be a Pentecostal. Coming through a Lutheran background, I thought that the hand waving, speaking in tongues, dancing, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Spirit Of Understanding

Contributed by James Dina on Oct 23, 2020

Knowing God’s will and having fellowship with God require spiritual understanding. Oh Lord, give me understanding according to your word, and I shall live. Your understanding is unsearchable.

THE SPIRIT OF UNDERSTANDING "For the Spirit searches all things, yea, the deep things of God. For what man knows the things of a man except the spirit of the man which is in him? Even so no one knows the things of God except the Spirit of God" (1 Corinthians 2:10-11). The feelings of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:9, Psalm 119:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sword Of The Spirit

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 31, 2009

Christians should always study and obey God’s word.

SWORD OF THE SPIRIT Ephesians 6.17 Read Ephesians 6.17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. The Roman soldier wore on his girdle a short sword which was used for close-in fighting. The bible says that the God’s Word is a weapon that we can ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Serpentine Spirit. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Serpentine Spirit, also known as the Spirit of the Snake or the Spirit of Deception, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible.

The Serpentine Spirit, also known as the Spirit of the Snake or the Spirit of Deception, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to deceive, manipulate, and destroy. In this, we will explore how the Serpentine ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3, Proverbs 16:18, Isaiah 59:2

Your Spirit Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

People have many natures. Some are "sweet". Others are "mean". Some are passive. Some are "intense". Whatever your nature, it was given by God but shaped by the world. Is yours under God's control?

GENESIS 1:26-27 - THEN GOD SAID, "LET US MAKE MAN IN OUR IMAGE, ACCORDING TO OUR LIKENESS; AND LET THEM RULE OVER THE FISH OF THE SEA AND OVER THE BIRDS OF THE SKY AND OVER THE CATTLE AND OVER ALL THE EARTH, AND OVER EVERY CREEPING THING THAT CREEPS ON THE EARTH." GOD CREATED MAN IN HIS ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:7, Job 32:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jezebel Spirit!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 8, 2015

You cannot battle if your energy is being drained through incessant weeping and fearing! Get ready to combat the enemy, not through flesh or weapons but on your knees!

Jezebel Spirit! Ephesians 6:12”We do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against ……this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.” You cannot battle if your energy is being drained through incessant weeping and fearing! Get ready ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

To Be Led By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Dieuner Joseph on Feb 10, 2012

We are spiritual beings having a physical experience

“For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit….For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. Rm 8:5-11, 14 Introduction There are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Dark Spirit Of Jezebel Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 19, 2016

This message speaks to the great reality of spiritual warfare that is involved in every work that God does. Elijah had to battle against the spirit of Jezebel.

ELIJAH—A MAN OF LIKE PASSIONS 11 Jezebel—Understanding Her Dark Spirit TEXT: 1 Kings 19:1-8 1 Kings 19:1-8 KJV And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword. [2] Then Jezebel sent a messenger unto Elijah, saying, So let ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let The Spirit Lead You As He Did With Joseph

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 24, 2005

Failure to be aware of how the Holy Spirit is leading us is an indication of our need to grow in enlightenment, discernment and spiritual resonance with the voice of the Spirit of God. Joseph is a good example of one who overlooked the short term persp

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You as He Led Joseph Genesis 37:5-37:38 Too many of us fail to grow in our sensitivity to the leading of the Holy Spirit. As a result, disappointments are allowed to develop into discouragement that eventuate in depression. Failure to be aware of how the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moses And The Spirit Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 4, 2015

Moses is overwhelmed with the pressure of leading the Israelites and God places the Spirit on Him onto 70 others to carry the load.

Series: Soul Care and the Holy Spirit Opening Video: Jim Cymbala interview by CBN – The Holy Spirit (5 min). Testimony of the power of the Holy Spirit: Hand out his books to people in church as a gift for ones who give a testimony to the power of the HS! Series: Soul Care and the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Spirit Shall Not Always Strive With Man

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Warning of Coming Judgement

Gen Ch.6 v.1 - 8 a) A Season of Apostasy - 6:1,2 And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 2 That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose. b) A Season of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Holiness