Sermons on Holy Desires:

A Facade PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

Explores cultivating a deep, authentic relationship with God, prioritizing His preeminence, and finding joy in His presence, away from public performance of faith.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters. It is a joy, a privilege, and a blessing to gather here today, united in faith, bound by love, and driven by a shared hunger for the divine word of God. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the irresistible pull of God's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:4

Topics: Desire, Please God

Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Shell Osbon on Dec 31, 2007

God’s desire is that every Christ-follower live a life that is filled with the presence of the Holy Spirit.

10.09.05 AM Smyrna Assembly of God Pastor Shell Osbon “Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 1” Acts 19:1-6 1. The Promise Of The Spirit Throughout the Bible, God provides His people with a portrait of things to come. The exact thing same is true when you consider the promise of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Shell Osbon on Dec 31, 2007

God’s desire is that every Christ-follower live a life that is filled with the presence of the Holy Spirit.

10.16.05 AM Smyrna Assembly of God Pastor Shell Osbon “Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 2” Acts 19:1-6 Intro Acts 19:1-6 Paul has met a group of people in Ephesus who are followers of Christ but they are completely unfamiliar with the Holy Ghost. No doubt Paul explains the Spirit of God to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Shell Osbon on Dec 31, 2007

God’s desire is that every Christ-follower live a life that is filled with the presence of the Holy Spirit.

10.23.05 AM Smyrna Assembly of God Pastor Shell Osbon “Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 3” Acts 19:1-6 Intro Acts 19:1-6 Paul has met a group of people in Ephesus who are followers of Christ but they are completely unfamiliar with the Holy Ghost. No doubt Paul explains the Spirit of God to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Conception By Deception - James 1:13-15 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 22, 2021

Why do some temptations strike a chord in our desires while others don’t?

James 1:13 When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; 14 but each one is tempted when, by his own desire, he is dragged away and enticed. 15 Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Sins Against The Body Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 28, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore few biblical examples of immoral men who sinned against their bodies, and what we can learn from their experiences.

The Bible teaches that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). As such, it is essential to take care of our physical bodies and avoid sinful behaviors that can harm them. In this sermon, we will explore few biblical examples of immoral men who sinned against their bodies, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

#3 Replacement Therapy Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020

The power of Christ in the life of the believer does more than merely restrain the desires of the flesh, it puts new desires within.

Have you placed restrictions on God? It’s been an interesting couple of weeks since I last stood before you. As many of you know, I went to watch my son play a little of championship soccer in SD. Two of the games came down to the wire. In one game we were ahead by one going in to the final ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is The Holy Spirit And What Does He Do? Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Sep 10, 2007

In introducing the gifts we need to understand and desire the giver of the gifts more than the gifts themselves. This is a sermon about who the Spirit is (God) and some of what he does in us.

ILL: Jason was a friend who was one of those people who seemed good at everything. He was artistic, outgoing, smart, a good preacher. I was glad to call him my friend, but boy, did I feel inferior! Do you ever feel like that around others? We may not all be Jason’s, but the reality is every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Power For Life

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 11, 2005

God desires His power flow through us empowering you, equipping you, enabling us.

"Power For Life" Acts 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. Intro: Jesus said those who receive the Holy Spirit, receive power. Power for living, power to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abner Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 2, 2022

The only engagement between the rival factions, told at length, is noteworthy since it was preceded by an encounter at Gibeon between 12 chosen men from each side, in which all 24 seem to have perished. Abner was defeated and put to flight in the general engagement that followed.

Abner In the Hebrew Bible, Abner was the cousin of King Saul and the commander-in-chief of his army. His name also appears as “Abiner son of Ner,” whereas the more extended form Abiner means “my father is Ner.” Abner is initially mentioned incidentally in Saul’s history, first appearing as the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Trinity – Father, Son And Holy Spirit

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jun 14, 2019

No matter how educated we are, the concept of the Trinity escapes our understanding - it is something to be taken on faith

I speak to you in the name of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Amen One of the first sermons I delivered here at Saint John’s, without realizing when I agreed to preach, was Trinity Sunday in 2011. I have to tell you, of all the Sundays in the year, this is the one that makes ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34, John 16:12-15

Denomination: Episcopal

The Holy Trinity - Father, Son, And Holy Spirit

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jun 14, 2019

No matter how hard we try, understanding the concept of the Trinity is uncomprehendible

I speak to you in the name of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Amen One of the first sermons I delivered here at Saint John’s, without realizing when I agreed to preach, was Trinity Sunday in 2011. I have to tell you, of all the Sundays in the year, this is the one that makes ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15, John 4:34

Denomination: Episcopal

Rightouse Lifestyle Series

Contributed by David Schaal on Sep 10, 2003

An authentic Christian is one who hungers and thirsts for righteousness. Jesus calls these believers blessed. He also promises that He will fill those, and give us all of our desires if we seek first His kingdom and His righteousness.

“RIGHTOUSE LIFESTYLE” TEXT: Romans 6:11-18; Ephesians 4:25-5:7; Various INTRO: Living the life of an “Authentic Christian” is of the utmost importance if we are to be true servants of Jesus Christ. The world is full on Non-authentic Christians. Let that not be a label that we settle for. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:11-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ten Ways The Holy Spirit Equips Us For Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 12, 2004

Ask the Lord to help you fight the good fight of faith in overcoming your sinful desires that oppose God’s purposes, plans and priorities.

Ten Ways the Holy Spirit Equips us For Spiritual Warfare (Eph. 6:10-20) Illustration: Take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day. --Ephesians 6:13 As believers in Jesus Christ, we are engaged in spiritual warfare with unseen wicked forces. To overcome our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Careful Of What You Ask For! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 10, 2014

Are we asking for the same things the rest of the world is asking?

Before we go to our study of 1 Samuel 8, turn with me briefly to the Book of Revelation Chapter 21 and let’s take a glimpse of what will happen in the future. Read along with me Revelation 21:22-27…. Again, v24 tells us “By its light will the nations walk, and the kings of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible