Sermons on Fire Starters:

How The Spirit Works

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 17, 2023

How does the Holy Spirit work in your life? What can you do to make sure His work is effective?

For the Holy Spirit to work in your life, first you must be saved. Also, for the Holy Spirit to work in your life, there are two things you must not do: --Quench not the Spirit (I Thess. 5:19) Matthew Henry stated, “Quench not the Spirit (v.19), for it is this Spirit of grace and supplication that ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

Revival Or Funeral

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Feb 13, 2023

Revival is not a mystery, revival is God's answer to hungry hearts, and prevailing prayer. I say this with no fear of exaggeration, or of contradiction.... this is where we are in America right now. In this hour revival for the church is not an option, it is Revival or Funeral.

Ezekiel 42:20 He measured it by the four sides: it had a wall round about, five hundred reeds long, and five hundred broad, to make a separation between the sanctuary and the profane place. The sanctuary represents that which is holy, sanctified, set apart... dedicated to God, and his service. The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 42:20, Revelation 3:14-17, Amos 7:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Eat My Dirt Devil

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 24, 2020

Are you tired of feeling like you are in the back of the pack and eating the dust of those in the front? Well it's time to change positions, it's time to move to the lead and let the devil eat your dirt.

I believe I have a word from God today that will be a blessing to you I was praying and seeking the Lord about this word today; and honestly I was telling the Lord that we need an encouraging word. I was telling the Lord that we know we need to hear all the hard stuff and how to be prepared for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fuego Contra Paz

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 19, 2022

Fuego contra paz

Fuego contra paz   Sagrada Escritura Lucas 12:49-53   Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, ¿Cómo nos sentimos cuando escuchamos el texto de las Escrituras de la lectura del evangelio de hoy? De hecho, nos perturba. Creemos que Jesús es sinónimo de paz, amor, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Other

Sunog Laban Sa Kapayapaan

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 19, 2022

Sunog laban sa Kapayapaan

Sunog laban sa Kapayapaan   Banal na Kasulatan Lucas 12:49-53   Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid, Ano ang nadarama natin kapag naririnig natin ang teksto ng banal na kasulatan mula sa pagbabasa ng ebanghelyo ngayon? Nakakaistorbo talaga sa amin. Naniniwala kami na si Hesus ay ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Other

"The Gospel Or The Glitter: Exposing The Strange Fire Of Bethel, Hillsong, And Elevation” Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Mar 24, 2025

The modern worship movement—led by Bethel Music, Hillsong, and Elevation Worship—functions as a golden calf, blending emotionalism with doctrinal corruption.

I. INTRODUCTION: THE SPIRITUAL SEDUCTION OF STRANGE FIRE Text: Leviticus 10:1–2 Thesis: The modern worship movement—led by Bethel Music, Hillsong, and Elevation Worship—functions as a golden calf, blending emotionalism with doctrinal corruption. Explanation: The term 'strange fire' ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3

Hear God Whisper To Your Fears

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 11, 2023

God comforts Elijah at Mt. Horeb with words of comfort and strength.

8.13.23 1 Kings 19:9–18 (EHV) 9 He came to a cave and spent the night there. Then the word of the LORD suddenly came to him, saying, “Why are you here, Elijah?” 10 He said, “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of Armies, but the people of Israel have abandoned your covenant. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Every Now And Then God Shows Up At Fire Side Chats

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 12, 2024

Like President Roosevelt helped America during rough times with the fire side chats, God help us every now and then by showing up. This sermon based on VBS Camp Firelight.

Psalm 56:3 Every Now and then God shows up 1. The beginning of the Fire Side Chats • The Fire Side chats were a series of radio addresses delivered by U.S. Pres. Franklin D. Roosevelt from 1933 to 1944. • President Roosevelt began to talk to Americans via Radio • He talked about the place of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3

Denomination: Methodist

Jehovah Vs Baal Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023

When you need to find God, revisit the place where He last manifested Himself.

A. GOD’S LONE RANGER AT MOUNT CARMEL 1. Tishbite means strong or alone. “I am the only prophet of the LORD … left” (18:22). 2. Big crowd. “All the people of Israel gathered … 400 prophets of Baal … 450 prophets of Asherah” (v. 22 ff). 3. They expected rain, but will get fire. Now rain for 3 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:24, Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Running Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023

God’s direction is not usually extraordinary, but in “a still small voice.” When God doesn’t answer, He may have something better!

A. OUR GREATEST FAILURES CAN FOLLOW OUR GREATEST SUCCESS: 1 KINGS 19:1-8 1. Elijah’s greatest success: a. Fire from Heaven (18:38). b. Prophets of Baal killed. c. Rain, God’s judgment was over. 2. Elijah was challenged, “Jezebel sent a message … ‘May the gods strike me and even kill me if by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Eighty-Year-Old Moses Experienced God For A New Challenge Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 13, 2023

God’s call involves delivering people from bondage.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Life-changing events happen on average days. “Moses was tending the flock” (Exodus 3:1). 2. Life-changing events happen to those who do their duty. “He led the flock” (3:1). 3. Life-changing events happen in out of the way places. “To the back of the desert” ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Jeremiah 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

Come, Lord Jesus, Just Like Fire

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 30, 2023

Isaiah prays for the Lord to come down like fire and shake things up. What for? It's the Advent Prayer.

12.3.23 Isaiah 64:1–9 (EHV) 1 Oh, that you would rip open the heavens and come down. Mountains then would quake because of your presence. 2 As fire ignites stubble and as fire makes water boil, make your name known to your adversaries. Then nations would quake in your presence. 3 You did ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Matthew 3:1-12 Vipers, Repentance And Fire Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Matthew 3:1-12: Vipers, repentance and fire

Matthew 3:1-12 Vipers, repentance and fire Sermon notes Over the last few weeks we’ve been looking at the first couple of chapters of Matthew - the birth and infancy of Jesus. And on that first Christmas, He appeared in human form, first as a baby, and then He grew up to commence His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Uncomfortable Christ

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Aug 11, 2025

What kind of fire is Jesus talking about? Is this the fire of judgment? The fire of hell? The fire of destruction? I don't believe so. This is the fire of purification, the fire of truth, the fire that burns away what is false so that what is true can shine forth.

OPENING Good morning, church family. I want to begin today with a story that might help us understand something profound about the nature of Christ's ministry. Last summer, I had the opportunity to speak with a forest ranger in Colorado. As we drove through a section of the national forest, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Let The Fire Die Out! Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 21, 2001

Through repentance, prayer and thanksgiving we can keep the fire of Pentecost from burning out in our lives.

A STORY HAS BEEN TOLD ABOUT HOW DWIGHT L. MOODY ONCE CALLED ON A LEADING CITIZEN IN CHICAGO TO PERSUADE HIM TO ACCEPT CHRIST. THEY WERE SEATED IN THE MAN’S PARLOR. IT WAS WINTER AND COAL WAS BURNING IN THE FIREPLACE. THE MAN OBJECTED THAT HE COULD BE JUST AS GOOD A CHRISTIAN OUTSIDE THE CHURCH AS ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:12-13

Denomination: Free Methodist