Sermons on Empower:

Pentecostal Power!

Contributed by Tony Searles on May 31, 2002

This is a message having to do with the Day of Pentecost and the Baptism in the Holy Spirit.

Special Thanks to Rev. Dennis Marquardt of Vermont for the "seeds" to this message. Stand & Read - Acts 1:4-8 ?And gathering them together, He commanded them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait for what the Father had promised, "Which," He said, "you heard of from Me; [5] for John baptized with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Other

Gravitational Energy Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 28, 2010

We need to tap into the power of Jesus through the Holy Spirit so that we can defy the pull of this world.

Sermon: Gravitational Energy Series: Get Energized Opening: Video - open with Song = Gravity video Insert You Tube video of Shawn McDonald singing Gravity live (time - 4:24) Explanation of video and its lyrics: Pastor Mike comes up reads the lyrics to the song have on power point – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

High Standard Of Integrity

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Mar 10, 2025

Integrity is not situational; it is a lifestyle.

When we think of people with integrity, we think of those who are honest—individuals whose words and actions align. We think of someone who is dependable, someone who follows through on their commitments, AND we think of someone who does what is right even when no one is watching. Integrity is ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:9-10, Matthew 5:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holy Spirit Baptism Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jul 7, 2021

This sermon examines Holy Spirit baptism from a Baptist's perspective, asking, "Is it really a second work of grace?" and "Must it be evidenced by speaking in tongues?" Also, "Is being filled with the Spirit the same thing?"

This morning, I’m going to have us look at something called “Holy Spirit baptism.” This is a subject that when mishandled can lead to a lot of confusion; not to mention, feelings of condemnation. The very first time I encountered this term was when I was in college and I attended an Assemblies of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8, Acts 2:1-4, Mark 16:17-18, Acts 4:31, Colossians 2:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Living By The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

51st message from Ephesians continuing a discussion of the Holy Spirit's ministry.

“The Fruit of Living by the Spirit” I. Names and Titles of the Holy Spirit II. Origin of the Holy Spirit III. Nature and Character of the Holy Spirit IV. References to the Holy Spirit V. The Holy Spirit’s Ministry in the Old Testament VI. The Holy Spirit’s Ministry in the New Testament ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Believers Authority.

Contributed by Olufunsho Adegoke on Sep 20, 2018

Knowing your right as a child of God.

Spiritual warfare prayer, as with all prayer, is empowered by our faith in Christ through the delegated authority which He gives to every believer through His shed Blood and His victory over Satan through His work of the cross on our behalf. Believers must understand their position in Christ, that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:23-24

Fly High - Acts Part 6 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 11, 2006

The Lord used an ordinary man Philip who was filled with the Holy Spirit to do extraordinary things for the Kingdom of God. He influenced important people for the Kingdom of God because of his devotion to the Lord and to ministry.

“Fly High” – Acts part 6 Video Illustration: For the 4th of July – also a soldiers story about the power of the Gospel in a Battle zone. Pray for our Country and for the soldiers oversees. Thesis: The Lord used an ordinary man Philip who was filled with the Holy Spirit to do extraordinary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 3, 2013

Have you received a call from God to do something for Him? Has God been calling you? Have you answered the call picked up the hotline from heaven or ignored it-ran from it-didn’t believe it? We need to respond to God’s call by answering the phone and say

The Call Video Illustration: Evan Almighty – His call to build and Ark and His response to Gods call from wingclips.com Thesis: Have you received a call from God to do something for Him? Has God been calling you? Have you answered the call picked up the hotline from heaven or ignored ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Vision 2018 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 31, 2017

God has a plan for Christian Hills — Each person who is part of the church is also part of the Masters plan and is a piece to this divine puzzle. Each person in this church/school has been given at least one gift that they need to be using for the Body o

Hands on Illustration: Hand out puzzle pieces as they come into church today. Video Illustration: Bluefish Tv God has a Plan! Note: God has a plan for CHC! Sermon: Vision 2018 New CHC Logo revealed! Highlight what it means! Introduction: In our society today, there are those who think that God ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17, Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Responsibility Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

This is an exposition of Philippian 4.10-14.

Christian Responsibility Text: Phil 4.10-14. Introduction: 1. God expects us to serve. Sometimes instead of praying we should be working and sometimes instead of working we should be praying. Wisdom is that quality that helps us know the difference. 2. Read text. 3. In this text there are 3 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Promises-Pathway To Divine Paradise: Entering The Promised Land Series

Contributed by Nathan Parker on Mar 10, 2007

A message on the promises of God by Gearl Spicer.

2 Peter 1:4 Promise: A written declaration of intent that is guaranteed by God. Promises are given to: 1. Assure direction 2. Empower faith 3. Confirm hope 4. Expand vision 5. Define expectation I. Understand the Promises-Josh 1:8 1. Basis (Josh 1:3,5) 2. Challenge (Josh 1:7a) 3. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20, 2 Corinthians 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

No Popcorn

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 3, 2021

Do not bring popcorn to the service thinking the Holy Spirit will bring you a show.

1 Corinthians 2:4 And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: The Holy Spirit was not sent to entertain you. He was sent to change you. On the Day of Pentecost, He empowered the Word spoken so that 3000 people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

Living In His Resurrection Life.

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000

From the story of Lazarus raising from the dead what do we learn about the resurrection life of jesus ?

(1) INTRODUCTION: (a) The seven miracles in John’s gospel are signs that point to particular spiritual truths about who Jesus is. Here He is the true life giver - Resurrection life. (b) The Living Dead - Lazarus represents those spiritually dead though physically living (especially carnal ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-44

Denomination: *other

The Teaching Ministry Of The Holy Spirit.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 25, 2022

The Holy Spirit takes of the things of the Father and the Son, and opens them up to us.

THE TEACHING MINISTRY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. John 16:12-15. Jesus had many things still to teach His disciples, but before His resurrection they were not ready to receive them (John 16:12). We grow up by stages, moving from milk to prepared foods, to fulsome meat. The Holy Spirit came to impart ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fire And Fiery Words

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jun 2, 2009

Fire and Fiery Words

Thesis: The Holy Spirit was given for the last days! I Introduction A One day when Charlie Brown stops at the psychiatric help stand to talk with Lucy. He confesses, "My trouble is I never know if I’m doing the right thing. I need to have someone around who can tell me when I’m doing the right ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist