Sermons on God Empowers:

Good News Through Tough Times Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 5, 2017

The Spirit descended upon the prophet Isaiah and empowered him to bring good news to the captives, proclaim liberty and announce God's everlasting covenant.

Introduction As we prepare for the future--for the birth of the Christ Child and the arrival of the King of kings--we once again glance to the past. Today's text directs our attention to the exiles. The Exodus out of slavery in Egypt through the wilderness to the Promised Land and the Exile to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on May 22, 2025

The Holy Spirit, transforms our thoughts, intentions, and purposes to be Intune with the truths of God so that we can be empowered to live like Christ.

Our scripture for today is lifted from Act chapter 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.” Let us pray……. The Holy Spirit is third person of the Trinity. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, John 14:16, Isaiah 41:10, John 16:8-11, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:23-24, Galatians 5:13-26, Mark 9:43-48, Deuteronomy 30:18, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strongholds PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores the divine power of God's Word to demolish strongholds and liberate believers from spiritual bondage, empowering them for spiritual battles.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to stand together in unity, in this sacred place where the Spirit of God dwells? We are here today, not as individuals lost in our own worlds, but as a collective body, knit together by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We stand at the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4

Topics: Strongholds

Applying God’s Promises Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 10, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the importance of applying God's promises and the benefits that come from doing so.

As children of God, we have been given a treasure trove of promises in His Word that are meant to guide, comfort, and empower us. However, simply knowing these promises is not enough; we must apply them to our lives to experience their transformative power. In this sermon, we will explore the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4, Hebrews 4:12

Depend On God’s Spirit Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 14, 2019

If we are going to apply God's wisdom and stand firm in God's will, we must depend on the Holy Spirit.

In the April 1989 edition of Time magazine, an article appeared which, I believe, is still relevant for us some 30 years later. It was titled, “How America Has Run Out of Time,” and the opening lines say it all: “If you have a moment to read this story with your feet up, free of interruption, at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Spirit Is Wounded

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 8, 2021

Man can turn the Spirt of God away and loose their life to Satan.

God’s Spirit is wounded Isaiah 63: 8For he said, Surely they are my people, children that will not lie: so he was their Saviour. 9In all their affliction he was afflicted, and the angel of his presence saved them: in his love and in his pity he ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:10

Denomination: Baptist

Reconnecting With Purpose Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 23, 2014

CONNECTING WITH GOD REESTABLISHES OUR PURPOSE

Reconnecting with Purpose John 15:1-8 9/29/13 Introduction Video: Live in me Video Reconnecting with God changes our perspective on everything, including how we live, the purpose of our lives.  CONNECTING WITH GOD REESTABLISHES OUR PURPOSE Look how Jesus describes this reconnecting ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Speaking God’s Word

Contributed by Diana Ball on Jan 3, 2011

As found in the Creation, God’s word is powerful, and when we speak His word, we tap into that power so we may glorify Him even more.

GENESIS 1:1-3 "And God said ..." Why is it important to speak God’s Word? Because God’s Word is full of power, it’s alive and becomes fully effective when we activate it in our lives. When we became Christians, Jesus came into our hearts, and we were filled with the Holy Spirit. He came ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Nazarene

The More I Know, The More I Grow PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024

Explores the transformative power of God's Word in shaping our lives, fostering spiritual growth, and strengthening our connection with God.

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to another blessed day where we gather in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to seek His face, to understand His heart, and to align our lives to His divine purpose. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Topics: Word Of God, Bread For Life

The Lord Is My Light

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

God’s unchanging presence and guiding light free us from fear, empowering confident prayer, joyful worship, and courageous hope in every season of life.

Opening Illustration – Confidence in Turbulence An airliner was making its way from New York to San Francisco. Midway across the country, one of the engines caught fire. The captain came on the intercom and calmly reassured the passengers, > “Don’t worry. The fire will be out soon. This ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, Hebrews 13:8, Psalm 32:8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Promise Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025

The promise of the Holy Spirit is God’s assurance to believers that He will dwell within us, empower us, and enable us to fulfil His divine purpose on earth.

THE PROMISE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 14:16-17 (KJV) "And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

This Or That PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2025

Following Jesus means courageous obedience and joyful endurance, even when it brings suffering or opposition, because God’s presence empowers and sustains His people.

There are weeks when life feels like a locked door. You show up with a key that used to work—prayer you’ve prayed, habits you’ve honored—and the tumblers don’t budge. Bills stack up. Sleep slips away. A hard conversation waits across the breakfast table. Your calendar looks like a crowded hallway ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:18-42

Topics: Critical Thinking, Victory

The Risen Christ Is With You

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 13, 2026

In the midst of tears, fear, confusion and discouragement, the Risen Lord Jesus was right there beside his distraught disciples and followers to empower them and encourage them. No matter what we are going through let’s never forget our living Savior will never leave us nor forsake us.

Today’s meditation is based on John 20:14-15, Having said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing, but she did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you seeking?” Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, “Sir, if you have carried him ...read more

Scripture: John 20:14-15, Jeremiah 31:16, Luke 24:13-16, Luke 24:19-21, Proverbs 23:17-18, Luke 24:32-33, John 21:3-4, 2 Timothy 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

God Is There Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

A reminder that the basic truth of God's existence is the foundation of our worldview

Mark Scott told the story of a student in Bible College who was running late for his 7AM class. The class had started and was in the middle of morning prayer when he stumbled in, panting, arm loaded with books. The prayer just continued. As he attempted to sit down, his books all dropped out all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mysteries Of God: Revealing The Hidden Secrets Of Eternity

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on May 13, 2024

The Mysteries of God reveal the hidden secrets of eternity. They are an important means of strengthening Christians in their faith and establishing the Church throughout the World. God calls all of us to be faithful stewards of these Mysteries (I Cor. 4:1-2)

THE MYSTERIES OF GOD: REVEALING THE HIDDEN SECRETS OF ETERNITY How to Strengthen Christians & Establish the Church (I Cor. 2:7-14; 4:1-2; Rom. 16:25-26) What are the mysteries of God? The Greek word translated mystery has the idea of a hidden or secret purpose or counsel of God. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2, Romans 16:25-26, Ephesians 3:4-6

Denomination: Baptist