Sermons on Empowered By Holy Spirit:

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Improve Our Preaching

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Let the Spirit empower, enable and enlighten your mind so you can be a more effective communicator of His truth

Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit? Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jul 17, 2001

What is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and how is it different than being indwelled by the Holy Spirit? This study looks at how God transforms lives and ministries when we allow Him to pour His power into our lives.

Baptism of the Holy Spirit One of the least understood principles of scripture is the infilling and baptism of the Holy Spirit. Many miss the greater blessing of experiencing God because they believe that salvation is the baptism and what you get is all there is. This is not what the Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 20:20-22, Acts 1:15

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Basics: Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brian William on Sep 12, 2007

Third in the "Back to the Basics" series, exploring the foundational beliefs of Christians. This sermon addresses the question, "What do Christians believe about Jesus Christ?"

You all remember Peter, don’t you? One of the very first people to jump on the Jesus bandwagon, THE first to declare that Jesus was the Messiah. He travelled with Jesus and listened to him teach, witnessed his miracles… Peter may have been on the right track in following Jesus, but he’s also a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Methodist

Article #3 - The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Oct 26, 2006

This third sermon on the Nazarene Articles of Faith explores scriptures related to the Holy Spirit.

Article of Faith #3 - The Holy Spirit Date: Sunday, June 20, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Today, we continue our study on the Articles of Faith of the Church of the Nazarene, helping us to more fully understand the teachings of the Bible in matters of faith and doctrine. It is my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

The Holy Spirit: Our Comforter

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 3, 2023

The Comforter has come, so you must give Him place in your life and let Him be all He wants to be. He is on a divine mission to get a Bride ready for Jesus.

The Holy Spirit: Our Comforter Study Text: John 14: 15 - 17 Introduction: - Jesus knew we needed the Holy Ghost, but He had to go away before the Spirit could come to us. John 16:7 - Jesus knew how important the coming of the Comforter would be to people, and you must understand that as ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Receive The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 24, 2025

Receiving the Holy Spirit requires repentance, faith in Christ, and an openness of heart to yield fully to God’s will.

HOW TO RECEIVE THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Key Verse: “Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.” (Acts 2:38 KJV) Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Promises The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To emphasize the intimate connection between loving Jesus and obeying His commands, the comforting presence of the Holy Spirit, and Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit's help in our lives.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we are going to dive into the beautiful and comforting words of Jesus from John 14:15-31. Our focus will be on three key themes: Loving Jesus and Keeping His Commands, The Comforter Has Come, and Jesus Promises the Holy Spirit to Help Us. Let’s first look ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31

Topics: Comforter, John 14:15-31

The Presence Of God Within, Through The Power Of The Holy Spirit.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jun 1, 2017

The Holy Spirit is given to all who love Jesus Christ. This is a complex reading, but in a simplified form. How does God teach and empower us for his work with a real and lasting peace?

Acts 17:22-31 1 Peter 3:13-22 John 14:15-21 Psalm 66:7-18 This sermon was delivered to the congregation in Holy Trinity, in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 21st May 2017: by Gordon McCulloch (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Please join me in my prayer. Let ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Episcopal

The Transforming Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 20, 2025

When the Holy Spirit dwells within us, we become a new creation, transformed by God's power.

According to the Bible, when a person becomes a believer in Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit takes up residence within them. This divine inhabitation brings about a profound transformation, enabling believers to live a life that is pleasing to God. In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, the Apostle Paul writes, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Power For Life

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 11, 2005

God desires His power flow through us empowering you, equipping you, enabling us.

"Power For Life" Acts 1:8 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, and to the ends of the earth. Intro: Jesus said those who receive the Holy Spirit, receive power. Power for living, power to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Utilize The Authority You Have In The Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 13, 2003

The Holy Spirit gives you the authority to be delivered from all of your problems. Paul said, "I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I can do everything God asks me to do with the help of Christ who gives me the strength and power.

Utilize the Authority You Have in the Spirit - (Phil. 4:11-13) Autoarkeo - Self-sufficient. Through the indwelling Holy Spirit we have become sufficient in Christ according to Phil. 4:11-13. Listen to the verse from the amplified Bible: "I have strength for all things through Christ who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Servants: Channels Of Golden Oil (Zechariah 4:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 6, 2026

Most of what God does in the world, He does through his Spirit-empowered people, who are channels for his grace. A very high view of ministry; a very high calling.

Today, we have the privilege of entering into perhaps the most mysterious of all of Zechariah's visions. It's a passage where I feel like God opened it up to me in stages, and at each stage, I felt these bursts of pleasure and happiness. This is also a passage with rich symbolism-- but ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

Understanding The Holy Spirit As A Child

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on May 27, 2018

Children are entitled to be filled with the Holy Spirit

Memory Verse: “And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy …” God says in the bibles that, it shall come to pass that He will pour out His Spirit upon all flesh – Joel 2:28-29. Halleluiah! When God says He will ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Controlled By The Senses Or The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 12, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining the characteristics of being controlled by the senses versus being controlled by the Holy Spirit.

As believers, we are constantly faced with choices and decisions that require discernment and wisdom. The Bible teaches us that we can be controlled by either the senses or the Holy Spirit. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on this topic, examining the characteristics of being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-8, Galatians 5:16-25

The Need To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 11, 2018

The Holy Spirit isn't just an "add on" to our lives, He is a necessity. He transforms believers to "Christians" - little anointed ones! Just as we spend time occupied in relationships with others, work, or tasks, we need even more to be "occupied" by Him.

The Need To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit Acts 2:1-4 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 they were sitting.3 Then there appeared to them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational