Sermons on Empowered By Holy Spirit:

Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Mike Parry on Oct 17, 2007

A message looking at the first Beatitude: "Blessed are the poor in spirit..." This series also served to introduce the launch of Celebrate Recovery.

“Poor in Spirit” The Words of Jesus – The Beatitudes FCC – October 7, 2007 Text: Matthew 5: 3 Introduction: Today we are continuing a new sermon series on The Beatitudes. This was the first recorded sermon of Jesus and He taught about attitudes for the Kingdom. Jesus took His followers up a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

Warring In The Spirit

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 24, 2010

Exposition regarding spiritual warfare from Ephesians 6 about putting on the armor of God and entering the battle

Text: Ephesians 6:10-20, Title: Warring in the Spirit, Date/Place: 5/23/10, AM A. Opening illustration: “The unprepared believer becomes a defeated believer who seeks to serve the Lord in his own wisdom and power.” –JM, Baseball kids coming to the game without their hat vs. w/o a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

All we may have to offer up is broken pieces – give it to Him. He can use it. We may not have a lot of knowledge or skill – give it to Him. He can use us!

Perhaps you’ve heard of the best selling business author and speaker Harvey Mackay? His books include “How To Swim With The Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive”; Beware Of The Naked Man Who Offers You His Shirt”; and “Dig Your Well Before You’re Thirsty.” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Christian Church

Contrite Spirit

Contributed by Arsenio B. Segismundo on Aug 1, 2010

This sermon will deepen our understanding about the true meaning of contrite spirit. It will help us know what God desires and what pleases Him most.

Topic: Contrite Spirit Text: Psalms 51:1-17 By Ptr. Jack Segismundo Jesus is Lord Church Psalm 51 1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Praying In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 31, 2022

A message from Acts 16 about what happens when we elevate our level of prayer. From a list to praying in the Spirit.

Title: Praying in the Spirit Theme: What happens when a person prays in the Spirit. Text: Acts 16:16 - 33 Introduction If you would please turn in your bibles to Acts 16. Acts chapter 16 we will begin looking at verse 16. Acts 16 and verse 16. I have preached on this passage many times. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:18-35, Ephesians 6:18, Romans 8:26

Denomination: Church Of God

Test The Spirits

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jan 26, 2013

Too often we forget that we live in a spiritual war zone. Remember, the devil will try to mislead you and will portray himself as the truth. Our spiritual battle is with the devil and his evil forces. But we who are Spirit-filled have the ability to expos

Test the Spirits 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. - 1 John 4:1 Never just accept a prophetic word regardless how gifted or important that person may be. Not every voice we hear is from ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1

Denomination: Charismatic

The Spirit Of Longsuffering Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

As God is toward us we are to be longsuffering toward others.

The Spirit Of Longsuffering Galatians 5:22-23 Here in this chapter we are given a couple of options. We can do the works of our flesh or walk in the Spirit. Mention: Galatians 5:18 “Works” plural, this is the behavior or attitudes of the flesh Also: Gal. 5:22 “Fruit” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

Walk In The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

This sermon explores understanding and living a Spirit-led life, balancing spiritual guidance with daily life, and committing to a Spirit-guided year ahead.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy to gather together in this sacred space, to share in the fellowship of believers, and to turn our hearts and minds to the living Word of God. Our focus today is on the beautiful, profound, and life-altering passage from Galatians 5:16, "So I say, walk ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16

Topics: Listen, Spirit

A Spirit Of Compasion

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 5, 2003

Jesus had compassion on the impotent man.We ought to have a spirit of compassion for people.

“A SPIRIT OF COMPASSION ” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 5:1-16 ETS: Jesus had compassion on the impotent man. ESS: We ought to have a spirit of compassion for people. COMPASSION I was hungry and you formed a humanities club and you discussed my hunger. I was ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-16

Moved By The Spirit

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 22, 2024

We will look at what a believer looks like, and what they will do, when they are “Moved by the Spirit.” They are called out by God for a purpose revolving around His purpose and plan to make a difference in their family, community, and world for Christ

Moved By the Spirit Ezra 1:5-6 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U16bCwoYr-8 While reading the book of Ezra, the Lord wouldn’t allow me to move beyond chapter one and specifically to meditate on verses five and six. Ezra begins by taking us back to Jeremiah’s prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:5-6, John 12:26

Denomination: Foursquare

The Difference (Psalm 1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

This expository message, adapted from a sermon by Steven Shepherd, underscores the difference between believers and unbelievers as laid out in Psalm 1. Unlike the lost, believers should be Separated from the World, Saturated in the Word, and Situated by t

The Difference: Psalm One Scott Bayles, pastor Adapted from a sermon by Steven Shepherd Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/19/2012 I came across some jokes this week that I thought I’d share with you. • What’s the difference between a northern fairytale and a southern ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

The Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 20, 2014

The Sword of the Spirit is the personal and precise words of Jesus to us. It is the gospel but it is more. It is part of the living words that Jesus speaks to us as we abide and listen to the voice of the Good Shepherd.

Intro: Have you ever heard, “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never harm me?” Maybe the devil was the one who coined this phrase. You and I both know the power that words have. What we are going to find in Spiritual warfare the only thing that will harm the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

Not The Spirit Of Fear

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 27, 2020

How do we deal with fearful times?

Not the Spirit of Fear 2 Timothy 1:7 We live in fearful times. A pandemic has struck. People are afraid. The are afraid of dying from the disease. They are afraid for their loved ones. They are afraid of other people. We are all potentially biological weapons. We may infect others unwittingly. We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Ends Of The Earth Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore how the power of the Holy Spirit enables us to spread the gospel to the ends of the earth, encouraging us to help others become "hooked" on Christ.

Welcome to the last week of our Hooked sermon series. So far we’ve talked about the kingdom net and the invitation to follow Christ. We know the kingdom net represents the gospel and the invitation is meant for all. As fishers of people and followers of Christ we ultimately want everyone to get ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Topics: Holy Spirit, Witnessing, Gospel Sharing

Sermon Series: Hooked

Fruit Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Daniel Williamson on Jan 6, 2003

A detailed series on each of the nine Fruit of the Spirit! Each characteristic listed is a sermon. However, I have combined the lesson into one packet.

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT INTRODUCTION It is imperative that we understand that the marks of true spirituality and the signs of maturity in Christian growth are found not in the gifts of the Spirit, rather they are found in producing the fruit of the Spirit. 1st Corinthians 13:1-2 – “If I speak in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God