Sermons on Gracious Spirit:

Me, Myself, And I

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 29, 2001

How we can keep from becoming enslaved to the demon of greed by understanding the concept of gracious giving.

IN REGARDS TO WEALTH, O.J. SIMPSON WAS ONCE QUOTED AS SAYING, “I SIT IN MY HOUSE AND SOMETIMES I GET SO LONELY IT’S UNBELIEVABLE. LIFE HAS BEEN SO GOOD TO ME. I’VE GOT A GREAT WIFE, GOOD KIDS, MONEY, MY OWN HEALTH -- AND I’M LONELY AND BORED... I’VE OFTEN WONDERED WHY SO MANY RICH PEOPLE COMMIT ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Getting To The Heart Of The Problem / Or/ Honest To God Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Jan 28, 2005

Being Honest to God no matter how hard the questions, Opens the door for God’s gracious response.

Passage: Genesis (14:17-24) 15:1-6 When Abram returned from defeating those many kings in war, and after he had met with Melchizedek, and after he had refused to accept the reward money from the king of Sodom, God came to Abram to make him a promise. This aging man had just risked his life to save ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffering Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jan 29, 2009

Any suffering for Christ’s sake is a small price to pay for the gracious benefits received because of that suffering.

1. Because it hurts so much and is so tough, there is the thought throughout the church today that: • ‘WE SHOULDN’T HAVE TO SUFFER’. • We’re Christians. We live in the United States. • We’re should be immune to suffering. We’re blessed! IT’S TRUE: we do live in an incredible time in history. • We ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power Of The Word

Contributed by James Harrington on Jan 7, 2003

God and His creation are bound together by powerful, gracious words and when God speaks amazing things happen.

Power Of the Word Genesis 1:1-31 Introduction: 1. There is no way to miss the Power of the Word. God and His creation are bound together by powerful, gracious Words. God speaks and amazing things happen. 2. John begins the story of Jesus with: “In the beginning was the Word,” 3. The writer of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Promise Of The Father Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 16, 2011

The world offers life at its best through what you own, wear, the way you look, the more you get, this selfish mentality promises life at its best but never delivers on the promise. God offers life at its best and it begins with a promise of power. Lear

Intro: A web search or general browsing of TV commercials tells us that life at its best is found in anything from nutrition to air fresheners. Culture tells us that life at its best is looking a certain way physically, wearing certain clothes, having a particular attitude. We are told that life ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Fifteen Tactful Tips Enabled By The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 18, 2004

The Holy Spirit allowed Paul to leave a legacy of diplomacy for all people to learn from. Paul left a record of how to approach men of authority with tact, respect and statesmanship.

Fifteen Tactful Tips Enabled by the Holy Spirit (Acts 26:1-26:28) Illustration: Dave and his wife Sue were asked about the delicate art of constructive criticism. Sue said, "I think Christ’s example in John 1:14 is helpful. That verse describes Jesus as being ’full of grace and truth.’ I see a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prevailing Prayer For The Spirit’s Powe Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Prevailing Prayer for the Spirit’s Power

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Prevailing Prayer for the Spirit’s Power Luke 11:5-13 Jesus continues his teaching on prayer with a parable to motivate us to freely and boldly approach God in prayer. This parable is meant to teach us to not be hesitant in approaching God but to boldly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prevailing Prayer For The Spirit’s Power

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Prevailing Prayer for the Spirit’s Power

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Prevailing Prayer for the Spirit’s Power Luke 11:5-13 Jesus continues his teaching on prayer with a parable to motivate us to freely and boldly approach God in prayer. This parable is meant to teach us to not be hesitant in approaching God but to boldly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A God Who Exalts The Humble -- By Grace Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 2, 2009

God loves to exalt the humble and humble the exalted; He loves to be gracious to the undeserving, but has little room for the arrogant.

A God Who Exalts the Humble -- By Grace (Deut. 8:1-3; 9:4-7 and Luke 14:7-24) 1. I was watching "Chopped" on Food Network. It was down to two chefs. Chef A had prepared the best appetizer and entrée. Now it was time for dessert -- his dish did not get plated quite on time. 2. One of the judges ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Hit The Bulls Eye Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 12, 2011

We cannot be on target with God unless we have the courage to grab hold of the gracious realities of peace with God.

“Between the Lines: How to Hit the Bull’s Eye” Romans 5:1-11 During my high school years I spent two summers working as a counselor at the local YMCA Day Camp. In that capacity I was often an instructor – including teaching archery. Being totally inexperienced in that field, I quickly learned that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Recognizing The Work Of The Holy Spirit In A Person. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, who dwells in the hearts of believers, guiding, empowering, and transforming them.

Holy Spirit is the Sanctifier, the Helper, Comforter, the Giver of graces, he who leads persons to the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is credited with inspiring believers and allowing for them to interpret all the sacred scripture, and leads prophets both in Old Testament and New ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, John 16:8-11, Acts 1:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:16  (view more)  (view less)

Where The Spirit Of The Lord Is, There Is Liberty

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 21, 2025

Liberty is not man-made and can't be purchased with money. However, true liberty is Spirit -given.

Where the Spirit of the Lord Is, There Is Liberty Study Text: 2 Corinthians 3:17 Introduction People everywhere desire liberty: liberty from fear, sin, oppression, and limitations. Paul reveals the source of true liberty: the Spirit of the Lord. Liberty is not man-made; it is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is The Spirit Of Christmas? (3 Ways To Stop, 4 Ways To Promote The Spirit Of Christmas).

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 21, 2022

The Spirit of Christmas moves forward motive free. One purpose and one agenda, Worship the King! I want to give you 3 ways to stop the spirit of Christmas. 4 ways to promote the spirit of Christmas.

What Is The Spirit Of Christmas? Matthew 2:7-12NKJV The Spirit of Christmas moves forward motive free. One purpose and one agenda, Worship the King! From the very beginning of Matthew 2, we will read case and point, Herod had an agenda, “Find Jesus and destroy Him; Destroy a baby! (Satan ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:7-12, Luke 24:49

Denomination: Pentecostal

How The Holy Spirit Utilizes Gentleness In A Leader

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit gives us the fruit of gentleness to create a graciousness in a leader that combats any tendency to be harsh with people. Paul wrote, "Live with complete lowliness of mind (humility) and meekness (unselfishness, gentleness, mildness), with

1. The Holy Spirit gives us the fruit of gentleness to create a graciousness in a leader that combats any tendency to be harsh with people. Paul wrote, "Live with complete lowliness of mind (humility) and meekness (unselfishness, gentleness, mildness), with patience, bearing with one another and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Descriptive Greeting Continued - Called By The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 12, 2010

Those who are called by God

Intro: 1. In the U.S. alone, a total of over 5 billion greeting cards are produced. Over $150 million are spent on postage to mail them. The smallest greeting card ever sent was to the Prince of Wales written on a grain of rice! 2. We continue with Judes Descriptive Greeting, last week we ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1

Denomination: Baptist