Sermons on Discerning Of Spirits:

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit – The Gifts Of Power

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

when we think of power in the context of God, we think of God's nature, character, and abilities to make the impossible possible, to make great things greater and grander. When we think of God's power, we think of the acts of God!

In a natural sense, when we think of power, we think of explosives; we think of something that can break a hard wall into tiny pieces. When we think of power, we think of natural abilities to create or influence something, either good or bad. But, when we think of power in the context of God, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Foursquare

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

Christ’s Spirit Or Fleshly Desires

Contributed by Lee Houston on Nov 13, 2021

Have you accepted Christ as your Savior?

Christ’s Spirit or Fleshly Desires We have less than half the number of churches in America that we had a hundred years ago and yet the population in those hundred years is three times what it was then. There are 250,000 Protestant churches in America and 80% are showing a decline or no growth in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15

"the Spirit Of Generosity"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 26, 2022

A sermon about what it means to be rich toward God.

“The Spirit of Generosity” Luke 12:13-21 When I try and get my head around what the poor people in the Ukraine must be enduring and dealing with it is more than I can comprehend. I can’t imagine having a foreign power invade my country, shooting missiles into my neighborhood, blowing up the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: United Methodist

"holy Spirit Power"

Contributed by John Bright on Aug 4, 2022

A sermon for Pentecost Sunday. Teaching sheet at end of the sermon text.

"Holy Spirit Power" Acts 2:1-13 A sermon for Pentecost Sunday Pastor John Bright Acts 2 “When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13, John 20:22, John 14:16-17, Acts 1:4-8, 1 Corinthians 13:1, Mark 3:22-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Communism: The Spirit Of Antichrist In Our Age

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Aug 3, 2021

The Apostle John wrote that in his day, the spirit of Antichrist was already at work in the world. It has not changed. The spirit of Antichrist is still at work in our day.

COMMUNISM: THE SPIRIT OF ANTICHRIST IN OUR AGE TEXT: “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world. By this you know the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Summary Of The Person And Work Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Sep 29, 2021

Our study of the basic doctrines of the Christian faith continues with an examination of the Holy Spirit, Who He is and what He does as presented in the Scriptures.

We have examined vital Biblical teachings on God the Father, God the Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, and we now come to the Person and work of God the Holy Spirit, no doubt the most neglected and misunderstood member of the Holy Trinity. I say that in light of how the church throughout its history ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-10, Luke 1:35, 1 Corinthians 2:10-11, Hebrews 9:14, John 16:7-15, Acts 1:1-11, Acts 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Eight Things The Holy Spirit Does

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Jan 3, 2022

To understand how the Holy Spirit influences our lives.

Pentecost ---------------- Today is Pentecost, the day when we celebrate the birth of the church. Pentecost means 50th day, this is the seventh Sunday after Easter Sunday, and the 50th day of Easter. We didn’t hear that story today, so it’s worth a quick re-cap. Re-Cap of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, John 15:26-27, John 16:4-15

Denomination: Anglican

Holy Spirit Power, Promise, Witness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon explores the power, promise, and presence of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives, as illustrated in Acts 2, encouraging us to receive and respond to it. Key

Grace and peace to you, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be gathered here today, united in our shared faith and bound by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Together, we stand on the fertile soil of God's Word, ready to let its truths sprout within us, to let its wisdom guide us, and to let its ...read more

Topics: Relationship, Holy Spirit

Watch Night: Our Spirit Waits PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 17, 2023

This sermon explores God's promises and prophecies, and the fulfillment of His divine plan through the coming of the Messiah, urging us to align our lives with His will. Key

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to this sacred gathering where we seek to hear from our Heavenly Father, to understand His heart, and to align our lives with His divine will. It is not by mere chance or circumstance that we find ourselves here today, but by the divine orchestration of a loving God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Galatians 4:4-7

Topics: Anna And Simeon, Meeting The Messiah

Living By The Spirit's Power Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 16, 2022

If we are going to be the people God is calling us to be we need to be filled with the Holy Spirit.

Living By the Spirit’s Power Text: Eph. 5:15-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: “The presence of the Holy Spirit is the keystone of all our hopes.” (John Nelson Darby) 2. A major section of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians deals with living as God’s holy people who are imitating our God and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Holy Spirit Makes Us Holy Series

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Mar 1, 2022

THE HOLY SPIRIT is a gift from GOD, you cannot earn it. In order to receive the gift, we must repent from our sins. The Holy Spirit helps in our Christian life by dwelling in the individual believers separate or different from the world.

THE SPIRIT OF GOD MAKES US HOLY TEXT: 1PETER 1:2; 1 THESSALONIANS 4:7-8, 1 THESSALONIANS 5:23 INTRODUCTION: THE HOLY SPIRIT is a gift from GOD, you cannot earn it. In order to receive the gift, we must repent from our sins. The Holy Spirit helps in our Christian life by dwelling in the individual ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Poor In Spirit (All Saints Sunday)

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 7, 2023

Jesus spoke to the Disciples, and to the crowd, but He also speaks to us. He spoke to the 'poor in spirit' and explained that they were blessed. But, who and what are the poor in spirit? This sermon attempted to answer that question.

Opening and Introduction In today's Gospel lesson, we heard the introduction to the most famous sermon that Jesus delivered, the Sermon on the Mount. 1. Setting the Stage When we align all four of the Gospels, we see that a lot has already happened with His ministry. He’s been baptized by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Philippians 4:8, Romans 7:15-18, Psalm 51:1-3, John 3:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Empowered By The Spirit: Communion And The Promise Of Pentecost Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 2, 2024

Pentecost Sunday—a day of remembrance and reflection on the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the early church. This significant event marks the birth of the Christian church and the empowerment of believers through the Spirit.

Empowered by the Spirit: Communion and the Promise of Pentecost Introduction: Today, we celebrate Pentecost Sunday—a day of remembrance and reflection on the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the early church. This significant event marks the birth of the Christian church and the empowerment of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 1:8, John 16:7, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Luke 22:19-20, Ephesians 5:18-20, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Unfading Beauty Of A Gentle And Quiet Spirit. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

In a world that often prioritizes external beauty and outward appearances, it’s easy to forget what truly matters to God.

In a world that often prioritizes external beauty and outward appearances, it’s easy to forget what truly matters to God. But as 1 Peter 3:4 reminds us, it’s the inner beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit that is precious to God. We’ll explore what the Bible says about this unfading beauty and how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:4, Ephesians 5:22, John 14:15, 1 Peter 3:4