Sermons on Holy Thoughts:

The Anticipation Of Christ's Return Is A Vital Encouragement To Live Holy

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Aug 24, 2013

The return of Christ to earth

ANTICIPATING HIS RETURN TEXT: John 14:3 (KJV), "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, [there] ye may be also." INTRODUCTION: "Biblical prophecy provides some of the greatest encouragement and hope available to us today."__Sandra ...read more

Scripture: John 14:3

Denomination: Church Of God

How Exactly Does The Holy Spirit Comfort Us?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 26, 2013

A look at the four places in John where the word "paraclete" is used and how each shares a way the Holy Spirit comforts us.

HOW EXACTLY DOES THE HOLY SPIRIT COMFORT US? The Greek word "paraclete" is used only four times in John and they all occur within three chapters. These four uses tell us four ways that the Holy Spirit comforts us. 1. We are comforted because we know He won't leave us hanging. - John ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The #1 Way To Tell If The Holy Spirit Is Leading You

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 4, 2013

In this lesson we boil it down to the #1 and only way to know if the Holy Spirit is leading you.

Have you ever felt as if the Holy Spirit was leading to perform some action for God? Maybe you felt as if the Holy Spirit was leading you to partner with some ministry, or to believe some doctrine, or to go aid a certain person. While the way in which the Holy Spirit leads us can be debated at some ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14

Denomination: *other

The 3rd Piling – Holy Spirit - Counselor Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 20, 2013

In order to live out our Christian faith, we must be grounded with a foundation of thankfulness in our walk with God. The 1st piling in that foundation is that God is God, the 2nd piling is that Jesus is Savior... this morning we will look at piling #3

Sermon Brief Date Written: November 15, 2013 Date Preached: November 17, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building a Foundation for a Thankful Life Sermon Title: The 3rd Piling – Holy Spirit - Counselor Sermon Text: John 16:5-15 [HCSB] Essence of the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

64. Law And God's Holy People Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

The New Covenant produces the genuine righteousness the old law failed to do in God’s holy people

IN GOD'S IMAGE 64 - LAW AND GOD'S HOLY PEOPLE This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2, Jeremiah 31:33, Romans 6:6-7, Romans 6:18, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, Romans 6:14, Romans 4:5, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Jehovah Mekoddishkem- The God Who Makes You Holy Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 11, 2018

This is the 14th sermon in the series "Knowing God".

Series: Knowing God [#14] JEHOVAH MEKODDISHKEM- THE GOD WHO MAKES YOU HOLY Exodus 31:13 Introduction: Exodus 19:1-6 (NIV) “In the third month after the Israelites left Egypt--on the very day--they came to the Desert of Sinai. After they set out from Rephidim, they entered the Desert of Sinai, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:13

Denomination: Baptist

An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 12: A Holy Conversation

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 21, 2021

Our Christian conduct speaks volumes.

An Exposition of 1 Peter, Part 11: A Good Conversation 1 Peter 2:11-12 Introduction Royalty has its privileges. We can think of England’s royal family, for instance. They possess great wealth and influence. They live a lifestyle which is the envy of many people. How many people have dreamed that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rejoicing In The Holy Spirit--Our Names Are Written In Heaven Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 30, 2019

We should also rejoice, always. How do you do that when things are going wrong? Trust in God and make an act of thanksgiving for how Our Lord will bring good out of evil.

Tuesday of the 1st Week of Advent 2019 St. Francis Xavier To be poor is to be weak. It has ever been thus in this valley of tears. The Torah, the first five books of the OT, clearly tells judges not to consider the wealth or poverty of the people who apply for justice to their courts. But we know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:21-24, Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

A Holiness Demanded By The Costly Experience Of Christ’s Passion

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023

"How little people know who think that holiness is dull. When one meets real thing, it is irresistible." C.S. Lewis, Letters to an American Lady, New Bible Commentary, p. 28.

1 Peter Series Part 5 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness” (1:13 – 2:3) Title: A holiness demanded by the costly experience of Christ’s passion Text: 1 Peter 1:17-21 LORDS SUPPER TODAY INTRO: How little people know who think that holiness is dull. When one meets real thing, it is irresistible. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Marks Of Hypocrites Who Think They Are Saved, Holy And Godly. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 10, 2022

A Good tree produces Good fruit, and a bad tree produces bad fruit. A Good Tree can’t produce bad fruit, and a bad tree can’t produce good fruit. So every Tree that does NOT produce Good Fruit is chopped down and thrown into the Fire.Matt 7:15-20

1. We have to be careful and take heed that no one deceives us. 2. Many false prophets will rise up and deceive many. 3. We need to Beware of False Prophets who come disguised as harmless sheep but are really vicious wolves. 4. The Hypocrites will act religiously, but they will reject the power ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, 1 Timothy 4:2, Proverbs 26:25, Jeremiah 23:11

Sharpen The Working Of The Gifts Of Holy Spirit In Your People

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 26, 2024

The Gifts of the Holy Spirit are irrevocable. However, if people misuse it, God will not take away the gifts, but he can remove the sharpness, causing the impact to fade over time.

God gives His Gifts of the Holy Spirit to his people, but if he wants to take the gift away from them, he removes the sharpness of the gift rather than the gift itself. When God removes the sharpness, it is like a dull knife that cannot be used to cut, but instead leaves scars and marks on the ...read more

Songs We Sing: "holy Forever" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 12, 2025

As we think through this song, we are going to first look at a central belief that we hold about God… that He is Holy. Then we will look at the passage that inspired the song which is the vision of the Apostle John in Revelation chapter 4.

SONGS WE SING: ‘HOLY FOREVER’ Revelation 4:1-11 #HolyForever SING ‘HOLY FOREVER’ VIDEO: TIM HAWKINS ON ‘HAND RAISING CHURCH’ [2:39] INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing” and that previous video had little to do with the sermon other than the topic ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing The Good News Through The Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

Evangelism is not just a human effort; it is a divine assignment that requires divine empowerment. Jesus Himself, in Luke 4:18-19, declared that the Spirit of the Lord was upon Him to preach the Good News.

SHARING THE GOOD NEWS THROUGH THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 4:18-19 Supporting Texts: Acts 1:8, John 14:26, 1 Corinthians 2:4, Romans 8:14, Acts 4:31 INTRODUCTION: Evangelism is not just a human effort; it is a divine assignment that requires divine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Holy Righteous Life And Avoiding Temptations And Sin Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 24, 2025

As believers, we are called to live a life that honors God.

As believers, we are called to live a life that honors God, despite our struggles with sin. The Bible teaches us that God's desire is for us to live holy and righteous lives, avoiding temptations and sin. God's Desire for Our Holiness - 1 Thessalonians 4:7: "For God did not call us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:7

When Humanity Cries ‘unclean’ And Heaven Cries ‘holy’

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 9, 2025

Consider the importance of acknowledging our brokenness and the need for honesty in healing, both personally and nationally.

When Humanity Cries ‘Unclean’ and Heaven Cries ‘Holy’ Leviticus 13:45; Isaiah 6:2–3 Years ago, a physician told his friends about the most challenging part of his job. It wasn’t surgeries. It wasn’t long hours. It wasn’t even dealing with death. He said, “The hardest thing is telling someone the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 13:45, Isaiah 6:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ