Sermons on God Is Fire:

Fire! Baptism! Discerning This Time

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 1, 2016

Division: a declaration of how things will be, rather than an imperative of how they should be.

FIRE! BAPTISM! DISCERNING THIS TIME. Luke 12:49-56. There is a measure of dissonance as this passage comes crashing through Jesus’ symphony of peace. “Fire!” begins the Greek of Luke 12:49. “Fire I came to cast into the earth, and what will I if it be already kindled?” Fire speaks to us of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Putting Your Irons In The Fire

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014

iVow is a stewardship series using the United Methodist Church membership vows, "I will support this congregation with my prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. This sermon, third in the series, is on service

When the Cold War was still hot and communism still had a grip on Eastern Europe, Queen Elizabeth of Belgium made a state visit to Warsaw. The Polish government assigned her a protocol officer to accompany her to Mass at one of the many Catholic Churches in the city. As they traveled to the church, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-46

Denomination: Methodist

The Church That Lost Its Fire

Contributed by Robert Travis on Sep 26, 2001

They were sound in doctrine, but they had left their first love.

THE CHURCH THAT LOST ITS FIRE (Revelation 2:1-7) Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks; I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Your Legacy - Will It Stand The Fire

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007

Will our works withstand the fire?

Your Legacy: Will It Make It Through The Fire? Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21; 1 Corinthians 3:11-15 Introduction This morning I want to talk with you about your legacy. This is the first Sunday of a new year and once again we have the unique opportunity to make changes to our lives so as not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond The Upper Room: Wind, Fire, And Word

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 7, 2023

The arrival of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost was with wind, fire, and the Word of God that would change the world.

At Christmas, we celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ, God's promised Messiah and Savior of humanity. On Resurrection Sunday, we celebrate the finished work of Christ upon the cross for our redemption and His triumph over death, hell, and the grave by rising from the dead. Yet when it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:8, Joel 2:28-29, Acts 2:1-4, Genesis 11:6, Exodus 13:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Passion For God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 14, 2025

Passion for God is that inner fire, hunger, and thirst that drives a believer to seek God above all else. It is the longing of the soul to be with the Father, to know Him more, and to serve Him wholeheartedly.

PASSION FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 42:1-2 "As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?" Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:10; Matthew 22:37; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Consumer Or Consumed?

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Aug 28, 2009

Are we simply consumers, taking from God what He gives? Or are we consumed by Him so that He can touch others through us?

Consumer or Consumed? Hebrews 12:28-29 Hebrews 12:28-29 28 Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, 29 for our "God is a consuming fire." (NIV) Deuteronomy 4:24 24 For the LORD your God is a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Church Of God

The Day The Fire Fell Part2 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 4, 2014

Dealing with a number of issues at EBC led me to a series by Pastor Jerry Shirley which God has graciously allowed me to revise and use to speak to our congregation.

The day the fire fell part2 Last week we began looking at why the Holy Spirit is symbolized as fire and we saw, first, that fire purifies. We also answered the question; “What is God’s goal for our lives.” We saw that God’s number one goal for you/me is that we be holy, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

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

Elijah At Carmel Series

Contributed by Toby Powers on May 6, 2023

The Prophet Elijah meets the King Ahab and the false prophets on Carmel, and God answers by fire! Elijah at Carmel shows us separation from the world as a necessity for experiencing the fire of God.

ELIJAH AT CARMEL I Kings 18:30-39 Intro: We began studying this prophet of God, Elijah, last week. We saw his experience at Cherith. We studied how the drought came at his preaching, and God separated him out at Cherith. We saw the Division, The Provision, And The Vision he experienced at Cherith. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-39

Denomination: Baptist

Our Everyday Need For God

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 4, 2013

Most people, Christians included, use prayer like a fire extinguisher. They only use it when there's a fire. Truth is we have an need for God every moment of our lives.

When do you need God? Most people (Christians included) only reserve God for the “this-is-so-tough-I-can’t-do-this-without-you-God” moments of life such as when life-threatening sickness comes, death visits us, or financial anxieties take control of our lives, or when career ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: *other

Are You Fired Up Or Fizzled Out?

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 7, 2014

This is a look at the life of Asa, seeing how he started his walk with God fired up, but ended fizzled out. It's a good warning to us to maintain our first-love for Christ.

ARE YOU FIRED UP OR FIZZLED OUT? 2 Chron. 14:2-16:13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Two Aggie cowboys, Wally and Dallas, each bought a horse and they rode them together for the summer. When winter came, they didn’t want to pay to have them stabled for the winter. 2. Instead, they decided to ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

How To Build A Fire Part 4 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008

Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 4 of this

How To Build A Fire Soul Survivor Pt Four One of the most prized possessions of a survivor is fire. You simply have to have fire to stay alive. (I’m going to try not to preach yet). Things change around the camp when you have the fire. Moses ran away from Pharaoh to the back side of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep The Fire Burning In Your Heart SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The fire on the altar of sacrifice had to be permanently lit, it should not weaken, much less go out, it had to be continuous and constant. Three times in these short verses God says: "Keep the fire burning. Never let it go out."

One thing is clear from these verses: the fire on the altar had to be continuously burning, never weakening or extinguishing. It had to be constant and unwavering. Three times in these short verses, God says, "Keep the fire burning. Never let it go out." 1. The presence of God: Let's use the image ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:8-13

Topics: Discipleship