Sermons on Holy Spirit General:

By My Spirit

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 13, 2009

We need to rely upon the power of God’s Spirit. His power removes obstacles, not ours. And His power works through you and me. God is not looking for our power but our participation, our availability and not our abilities.

Many people believe that to survive in this world a person must be tough, strong, and unbending. • But can we? Can we always be tough and strong? No. We all need God’s help. Zerubbabel has an enormous responsibility to rebuild the Temple. • The task was daunting. He faced many problems – the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit In The Temple Part 5 Holy Spirit Series Series

Contributed by C Vincent on May 19, 2010

This explores the Spirit and the tabernacle and how it is relevant to us today.

The Spirit in the Temple Part 5 The Holy Spirit series JCC 09.05.10 pm Read 1 Cor 3:16-17 The temple Here Paul’s emphasis is on the church as a whole Later in 1 Cor 6:19-20 Paul speak about individual Christians being temples This is not a metaphor that Paul is using We are actual ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Holy Spirit, The Spirit Of Correction And His Corrective Ministry. Series

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Sep 20, 2017

I have always wondered what the prison has in common with the church. But the prison is not a church. But it can teach us how God corrects a believer. The Spirit of God is the Spirit of Correction. He corrects us that we may be fit for the kingdom of God

Text: 2 Timothy 1:7 From my observation and from others who have testified to the manner in which the Bible unravel the truth. It is possible to read a passage of scripture hundreds of time without grasping the hidden meaning. Only the Spirit of God can turn on the light in conveying truth by ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nine Ways The Holy Spirit Helps Correct Leadership Mistakes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2004

The Holy Spirit exposes how some leadership models only succeed temporarily as they meet some contextual need. Some leaders apply certain traditional leadership models because they are merely looking at the immediate cultural, financial and social needs o

Nine Ways the Holy Spirit Helps Correct Leadership Mistakes (1 Peter 5:2-5:3) Illustration: Shepherd the flock of God . . . [by] being examples. --1 Peter 5:2-3 A mother cheetah brought a live gazelle fawn to her 5-month-old cubs and released it. After the cubs made several unsuccessful attacks, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit Of Pentecost Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 11, 2012

1) Refutation of the charge of drunkenness (Acts 2:14-15). 2) Explanation of Pentecost based on Old Testament prophecy (Acts 2:16-21).

This summer has been particularly dry. If you have been traveling or noticing the news, there are varying degrees of drought across North America. The recent rains have turned things around. As the recent rain has been pored out, previously parched and lifeless vegetation is beginning to come to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-21

Denomination: Other

Grieving The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 5, 2012

Our lives can also grieve the Holy Spirit. How do we cause the Holy Spirit to feel deep sorrow?

Grieving the Holy Spirit Ephesians 4:30 The Holy Spirit is often the most overlooked person of the triune Godhead. The Holy Spirit is not a force or power,: He is a person. He is God – God, the Holy Ghost. His mission is to bring glory to God the Father by declaring the work of God, the Son. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Remaining Holy Spirit

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

Just as Holy Spirit remained on Jesus throughout His life and ministry, Holy Spirit desires to remain on us as well.

Then John gave this testimony: “I saw the Spirit come down from heaven as a dove and remain on him. I would not have known him, except that the one who sent me to baptize with water told me, ‘The man on whom you see the Spirit come down and remain is he who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.’ I ...read more

Scripture: John 1:32-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Language Of A Generation

Contributed by Nate Barbour on May 16, 2007

Learn the TRUTH about speaking in tongues in this great message from the Bible about the power of the Holy Spirit.

The Language of a Generation Why YOU Should Speak in Tongues 05/05/07 I. Introduction Welcome to our Cinco de Mayo fiesta!!! We’re so glad you’re here and we want to say THANK YOU for coming. We’re going to have a lot more fun and do some more stuff in a little while, but right now, I’ve got a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gifts Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 8, 2009

The Holy Spirit has gifted believers to serve in different ways.

[To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] 1. Spiritual gifts are God-given ABILITIES. Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be ignorant (1 Corinthians 12:1). a. Spiritual gifts are different from NATURAL or ACQUIRED abilities. “Gifts” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Spirit Lead You As He Did With Joseph

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 24, 2005

Failure to be aware of how the Holy Spirit is leading us is an indication of our need to grow in enlightenment, discernment and spiritual resonance with the voice of the Spirit of God. Joseph is a good example of one who overlooked the short term persp

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You as He Led Joseph Genesis 37:5-37:38 Too many of us fail to grow in our sensitivity to the leading of the Holy Spirit. As a result, disappointments are allowed to develop into discouragement that eventuate in depression. Failure to be aware of how the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Jabez

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

The Holy Spirit used Jabez by leading him to overcome a painful background. Jabez’s mother gave birth to him with great pain, yet the Spirit of God allowed him to become a man of great honor.

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You as He Led Jabez by Paul Fritz 1 Chronicles 4:9-4:10 How the Holy Spirit Can Lead You as He Led Jabez (I Chron. 4:9,10) Illustration: Oh, that You would bless me . . . and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain! –1 Chronicles 4:10 When we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Jeremiah

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 18, 2006

The Holy Spirit can help you, as He did Jeremiah, to overcome any of your shyness, low self-esteem or hesitancies to obey God. Jeremiah said, "Ah, Sovereign Lord, I do not know how to speak; I am only a child. But the Lord said to me, ‘Do not say, ‘I am o

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You as He Led Jeremiah Jeremiah 1:4-1:19 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You as He Led Jeremiah Quote: He who has God and many other things has no more than he who has God alone. C.S. Lewis Illustration:Evangelist Paul Rader had ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Studies In Ephesians: Strengthened By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 18, 2011

Bible study throughout the book of Ephesians.

Note: This is a study through the book of Ephesians as done in 1995. One of the main sources I used at the time was Beacon Bible Commentary vol. 9. Title: Strengthened by the Spirit Theme: To show the purpose of being strengthened by the Spirit Text: Ephesians 3:14-21 Ephesians 3:14. For ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Fire And Fiery Words Series

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jul 12, 2003

The Holy Spirit was given for the End of Times

Sermon: Fire and Fiery Words Acts 2:1-4,14-21 June 8, 2003 Thesis: The Holy Spirit was given for the last days! I Introduction A One day when Charlie Brown stops at the psychiatric help stand to talk with Lucy. He confesses, "My trouble is I never know if I’m doing the right thing. I need ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 2:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

The Fire Burns Brightest When Lit Series

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jul 17, 2003

A look at the power of the spirit in the life of the believer.

Text: Acts 2:41-47 Sean Smuts Subject: Holy Spirit Theme: Power of the Spirit "The Flame Burns Brightest When Lit" A story is told about a pastor driving around the block many times... Pastor: "Forgive us our transgressions" Policeman: "Lead us not into temptation" The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47, Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Mennonite