Sermons on Household Wicked Spirit:

Filled With The Spirit

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 8, 2019

Christians need to have, primarily, a Kingdom focus first over and above the focus on their local church.

I. A work both by us and by God. (vs. 5-13) A. We have already established that they were filled with the Spirit. B. Ephesians 5:18 And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, C. Being filled with the Spirit is first a work of us. We see that in the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of The Age Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 11, 2019

Although modern Christians seem to have abandoned any ethic of avoiding worldliness, the Bible has not. But what is worldliness, and why must we avoid it?

The Spirit of the Age (I John 2:15-17) 1. People go through great lengths to avoid being proud and worldly. A rabbi and a cantor are standing in the largely empty synagogue one day, talking mystically about how, given the awesome glory of God’s Infinite Divine Presence, they are each really ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Is Coming! Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Feb 17, 2019

Joel promises restoration through his Son and the sending of his Spirit. God promises to renew people who repent and turn to him.

For all the talk about forging our own brave, new world, the evidence seems to the contrary. People are despondent and the world seems a mess. Every day the ideological battles play out in the public square are they are prising apart public opinion and fragmenting society. Climate change—gender ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:18-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 22, 2019

When believers are controlled by the Holy Spirit, they manifest: 1) Upward Fruit (Galatians 5:22a) 2) Outward Fruit (Galatians 5:22b) and 3) Inward Fruit (Galatians 5:23)

What qualifies someone for a task? There is a story of the testing of a candidate for missions work: One snowy morning at 5:00 a.m., a missionary candidate rang the bell at a missionary examiner’s home. Ushered into the office, he sat three hours past his appointment time waiting for his interview. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Other

Walking In The Spirit

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 5, 2018

Contrasting walking in the Spirit with walking according to the flesh.

Walking in the Spirit Galatians 5:14-26 A man was sitting at a stop light one morning. The lady in front of him was going through papers on the seat of her car, and when the light changed, she ignored the fact that it had turned green. She sat there until the light turned red again. So, the man ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Gentleness Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 22, 2016

In the nine graces of the Fruit of the Spirit is the Spirit of Gentleness.

Be Ye Gentle Galatians 5:22 As we consider the Fruit of the Spirit, it is important for us to come to the realization that this means we must submit ourselves to the Spirit of God if we are going to manifest these nine graces. Several things about each: • God has demonstrated each of these ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Considered the Third Person in the Trinity. More important than just that. Responsible for those who get saved!

The Holy Spirit Isaiah 11:2 Considered the Third Person in the Trinity. More important than just that. Responsible for those who get saved! I. PLAYS MAJOR ROLE IN SALVATION A. CONVICTS John 16:7-11 1. Initial Activity. 2. Realization of sin and guilt. 3. Trust Christ for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

The Bible Contains Similitudes (Resemblances, Likeness, Images)

THE HOLY SPIRIT THE EMBLEMS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT 1. The Bible Contains Similitudes (Resemblances, Likeness, Images) a. The Bible is a book of similes, metaphors, allegories, parables, types, symbols, and emblems. To better understand Scripture, we must understand these similitudes: Simile is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:2

Denomination: Baptist

Your Spirit Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

People have many natures. Some are "sweet". Others are "mean". Some are passive. Some are "intense". Whatever your nature, it was given by God but shaped by the world. Is yours under God's control?

GENESIS 1:26-27 - THEN GOD SAID, "LET US MAKE MAN IN OUR IMAGE, ACCORDING TO OUR LIKENESS; AND LET THEM RULE OVER THE FISH OF THE SEA AND OVER THE BIRDS OF THE SKY AND OVER THE CATTLE AND OVER ALL THE EARTH, AND OVER EVERY CREEPING THING THAT CREEPS ON THE EARTH." GOD CREATED MAN IN HIS ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:7, Job 32:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Soul And Spirit Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

The soul and spirit of man are connected. What is the difference? How are they "divided" in the context of Hebrews 4:12.

• IN OUR SERIES ON THE DIMENSIONS OF YOU WE HAVE SPOKEN OF YOUR SOUL. • THAT’S THE PART OF MAN THAT GIVES US THE ABILITY TO THINK AND REASON. • WE’VE ALSO TALKED ABOUT YOUR SPIRIT. • YOUR SPIRIT IS THE PART OF MAN THAT IS YOUR TRUE NATURE. • THE WAY YOU REALLY ARE INSIDE. • WE SAID THAT SOUL ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, Isaiah 55:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Identifying The Spirits Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2019

We need to discern whether something is from an evil spirit or the Holy Spirit.

IDENTIFYING SPIRITS Text: 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction 1. Discernment in Scripture is the skill that enables us to differentiate. It is the ability to see issues clearly. We desperately need to cultivate this spiritual skill that will enable us to know right from wrong. We must be prepared to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

A Right Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 29, 2019

In today’s continuation of our series “ Red Letter’s” we will pay special attention to: 1. The Necessity of Discernment 2. Having the Right Perception of Jesus 3. The Encouragement from Jesus to Keep Our Spirits Right & 4. The Cost of Discipleship

Introduction: In today’s continuation of our series “ Red Letter’s” we will pay special attention to: 1. The Necessity of Discernment 2. Having the Right Perception of Jesus 3. The Encouragement from Jesus to Keep Our Spirits Right & 4. The Cost of Discipleship I. Luke 9:37-42: Discernment ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-62, Luke 19:10, Luke 9:23, Luke 9:62, Luke 9:58, Luke 9:50, Luke 9:44, Luke 9:56  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Spirit Of Hope

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Apr 3, 2019

If there are two things which are universal to the human condition, it’s that we all hold hope dear to our heart, and we all have to face disappointments and some time or another. Though many may not realize it, hope isn’t just a universal experience, it’s a universal need.

OPENING STORY On this Armed Forces Day weekend, I am reminded of one of the persistent dreams of my childhood. When I was a kid, there was nothing I hoped for more than to one day be a Soldier like my dad. In fact, both my parents had served, and some of my earliest memories were putting my dad’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:22-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Live By The Spirit

Contributed by Clive Broadbent on Sep 29, 2017

Because we're filled with the Holy Spirit, we struggle with sin and know the consequences of sin, so we must live by the Spirit and love our neighbours as ourselves.

Back in the 1980s, a classic TV ad showed a skillfull basketball player dribbling a ball round a young lad who was holding a stick of Rowntree’s Fruit Pastilles. After a few minutes of very impressive dribbling, the basketball player finishes by spinning the ball on one finger. “Not bad” says the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

The Spirit's Gift Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 29, 2017

Don’t overestimate yourself and don’t underestimate yourself either. Just use your God-given gifts to serve.

Just a few years ago, Dave Barry, a columnist for the Washington Post, posted his comments about the typical male in the first week of December. He wrote, “Your standard man, at this point in the Christmas season, has purchased zero gifts. He has not yet gotten around to purchasing an acceptable ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free