Sermons on Filling Of The Spirit:

Why We're Not Afraid Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Beirne on May 17, 2005

Too many of us non-Pentecostal type churches seem to fear the Holy Spirit. Let us embrace Him!

Why We’re Not Afraid Of The Holy Spirit John 14:16-18 1. We Are Not Afraid Because We Understand His Origin *We have Him as an _answer to the prayer_ of Christ. 14:16 *We receive Him as a _fulfillment to a promise_ 14:17 *We realize His indwelling is a _relationship_ and not an ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Azusa Street - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Chuck Hill on Oct 19, 2006

What does this great outpouring mean to us today...and how do we connect with the Holy Spirit’s move?

Lessons From Azusa Street (Part 2) Wednesday, April 26, 2006 This month we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Azusa Street Revival. And though there were a few earlier expressions of the Pentecostal revival here in the U.S., this was by far the most influential and far reaching. It literally ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Truth For A Troubled Soul Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 10, 2018

Message 37 in a journey through John's Gospel. This is the third of three messages from John 14 providing the truths to help the disciples cope with the coming tribulation.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Another Encourager” Part Three – John 14, 16 REVIEW I. The public ministry and teaching of Jesus 2-112 II. The Private teaching and ministry of Jesus 13-17 A. Forgive as I forgive B. Love as I love C. Hold on to the truths that encourage the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

When Praised Is Birthed From The Spirit Within

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 1, 2018

When yo uhh receive a miracle, it births praise for God from your spirit and this evangelizes to others who don't know God or cause they that know Him to have increase in faith

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: WHEN PRAISE IS BIRTHED FROM THE SPIRIT WITHIN Acts 3:8-10 King James Version (KJV) 8 And he leaping up stood, and walked, and entered with them into the temple, walking, and leaping, and praising God. 9 And all the people saw him walking and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:8-10

Denomination: Charismatic

The Sounds Of Pentecost.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 20, 2021

The Holy Spirit baptism is and always has been the empowerment for evangelism. Jesus made clear to his disciples the purpose of the infilling of the Holy Spirit they soon were to receive.

The Sounds Of Pentecost. Acts 1:8TPT The Holy Spirit baptism is and always has been the empowerment for evangelism. Jesus made clear to his disciples the purpose of the infilling of the Holy Spirit they soon were to receive. Jesus said, Acts 1:8TPT But I promise you this—the Holy Spirit will come ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Luke 24:49

Denomination: Pentecostal

Breath Of God Or Copd?

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 4, 2023

I believe the modern church is suffering from spiritual COPD; we’re not getting the Breath of life from God often enough to animate us, transform us, heal & renew us, and help us overcome. God's Breath is our source of life, gives us purpose, & power.

BREATH OF GOD OR COPD? Job 33:4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man wanted to be a salesman, but he stuttered very badly. Then he saw an ad for a job as a Bible salesman for the Bible Society, and he decided to apply. 2. At the interview, they heard him stutter and said, "We're sorry, ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:4, John 20:22, John 14:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Presence Of The Father, Son And Holy Spirit"

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 9, 2012

Is it only a dream? Is it just a vision? How real change and growth starts in the church.

“The Presence of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit” "Thus saith the Lord GOD unto these bones; Behold, I will cause breath to enter into you, and ye shall live:" Ezekiel 37:5 (KJV) Intro: It was about an hour and a half before time for the church service to start. As I left the parsonage I ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Need Series

Contributed by Kranthi Kumar Medida on Dec 26, 2006

Now, travel into the deepest place: Your spirit. If you are a really born-again person, there you will find your spirit crying out loudly: “I am hungry and thirsty. I am hungry and thirsty for Jesus. Oh Jesus! Please fill me....

Scripture portion: Matthew 5:6 - “BLESSED ARE THEY THAT DO HUNGER AND THIRST AFTER RIGHTEOUSNESS: FOR THEY SHALL BE FILLED” Introduction: In the previous chapter, we have been introduced to the two qualities which a newly born-again believer should possess. The first quality is meekness and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Serving God In The Spirit's Power

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Sep 7, 2021

The believer needs the Holy Spirit's power for effective worship and God's service.

SERVING GOD IN THE SPIRIT'S POWER. Joel 2:28 And it shall come to pass afterwards, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: 2:29 And also upon the servants and upon the ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spirit's Breath Among Us

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 6, 2022

A sermon for Pentecost Sunday, Year C

June 5, 2022 - Pentecost Sunday Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 2:1-21; John 14:8-17 The Spirit’s Breath among Us Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The Holy Spirit has long been associated with wind and breath. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, John 14:8-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Post-Baptismal Life - Epiphany 1 Year C

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 4, 2016

Luke shares with us what a Christ centered post-baptismal life involves: 1. A life of intimate prayer 2. A life empowered and led by the Holy Spirit 3. A life that reveals in its true identity and mission as a child of God

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6, 15-22; Isaiah 43:1-7; Psalms 29 Theme: Post Baptismal Life Proposition: Luke shares with us what a Christ centered post-baptismal life involves: 1. A life of intimate prayer 2. A life empowered and led by the Holy Spirit 3. A life that reveals in its true ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Understanding Our Identity Through The Holy Spirit SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

This sermon delves into the nature of the Holy Spirit and how our identity is shaped through it.

In this message, we will explore the identity of the Holy Spirit and our relationship with Him. When we talk about God the Father, we can understand the concept of a Father. When we talk about God the Son, we can understand a Son. But what happens when we say God the Holy Spirit? People can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-6

Topics: Holy Spirit, Self-Identity

Let The Spirit Of God Infuse You With Love

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 25, 2005

If only we could make the world believe that we loved them, there would be fewer empty churches, and a smaller proportion of our population who never darken a church door. Let love replace duty in our church relations, and the world will soon be evangeliz

Let the Spirit of God Infuse You With Love (I Cor 13:4-8) We all need a fresh infusion of God’s love for without it we become apathetic, angry and self-absorbed. We live in a world that is crying out for love, acceptance and any measure of kindness. Illustration: A Great Motivator Love reaches ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Can Be Affected As A Person

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit can be grieved in a way that He feels intense disappointment.

1. The Holy Spirit can be grieved in a way that He feels intense disappointment. Isaiah wrote, "Yet they rebelled and grieved the Holy Spirit. So he turned and became their enemy and he himself fought against them." (Isa. 63:10) Ask the Lord to help you to avoid grieving the Spirit in anyway so as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Before The Holy Spirit Can Use A Believer

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 29, 2011

The Holy Spirit must be strong in us

BEFORE THE HOLY SPIRIT CAN USE A BELIEVER Gal.3: 3Are ye so foolish? having begun in the Spirit, are ye now made perfect by the flesh? 4Have ye suffered so many things in vain? if it be yet in vain. 5He therefore that ministereth to you the Spirit, and worketh miracles among you, doeth ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:2-5

Denomination: Baptist