Sermons on John 16:8:

Seven Attributes Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 26, 2007

There are not words enough to tell of the attributes of the Holy Spirit. However, in this sermon outline I am listing seven of those wonderful characteristics that we see in Him. Many times we do not appreciate what He is doing for us 24/7 of the time. As

SEVEN ATTRIBUTES OF THE HOLY SPIRIT There are not words enough to tell of the attributes of the Holy Spirit. However, in this sermon outline I am listing seven of those wonderful characteristics that we see in Him. Many times we do not appreciate what He is doing for us 24/7 of the time. As we ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-16

Pentecost, It Was Kick Off Day For The Church.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 28, 2009

An understanding of the history of Pentecost. Also a bit on living a Spirit filled life

When I think of the word, Pentecost I think of an Island that was discovered on that day in 1768 that is now one of the Islands of Vanuatu that I have flown over and that is the home of the original bungy jump, I also think of those churches where people wave their hands around, sing in the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 5, 2009

Who is He? What does He do with us? The Holy Spirit’s work and person are everywhere in Scripture and in our lives. This lesson surveys select Old and New Testament passages that inform and challenge us regarding the Holy Spirit.

On the one hand, our Bibles begin with these words: In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth and the earth was without form and void, and darkness was upon the face of the deep, and the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters… Gen. 1:1-2 Who moved upon the face of the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3d

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jan 19, 2008

LOOK AT THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, AND WHAT HE DOES FOR OUR EVERYDAY LIVES.

3D VIEW OF THE HOLY SPIRIT DISAPPOINT- TO FAIL TO MEET THE EXPECTATION OF HOPE, DEFEATED IN EXPECTATION OR HOPE. DISCOURAGE- THE TENDANCY TO PREVENT SOMETHING FROM HAPPENING BY MAKING IT MORE DIFFICULT OR UNPLEASANT. DEFEAT- VICTORY OVER AN OPPONENT, OR TO CAUSE SOMETHING TO FAIL OR FALL SHORT ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Other

The Fire Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Darren Woods on Jul 28, 2010

The Fire & Power of the Holy Spirit

To start with, this morning I want to read to you an excerpt from General Bramwell Booth’s autobiography (Echoes & Memories) ‘At night Corbridge led the hallelujah meeting till 10 o’clock. Then we commenced an All-Night of Prayer. Two hundred and fifty people were present till 1am; two hundred or ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Salvation Army

Know Where You Are Going Series

Contributed by Louis Gibson on Apr 19, 2008

Like the Extreme Cowboy Race, as Christians we too are in a race. We must saddle up and ride to win the race.

Extreme Cowboy Race John 16:5-16 Pastor Louis Gibson April 15 2008 “Extreme Cowboy Race” RFD tv airs with Craig Cameron. A race with obstacles like the Texas Three-step, log drag, water hazard, etc… It is a timed event with points awarded based upon a set of five criteria; 1. horsemanship, 2. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

What's In Your Bag? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 21, 2008

As followers of Jesus we all have difficulties that face us in life. In John 16 Jesus tells us that the Holy Spirit comes to help us not only overcome but be at peace when life feels anything but peaceful. We just need to reach into the bag!

I have something in my trunk that I carry with me at all times. Actually for a long time it was two bags. I created these bags when I worked as a television reporter. Setting out for work each day I never knew where I would be sent that day—what story I might have to cover. I had to be prepared for ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

He Is More Series

Contributed by Michael West on Oct 2, 2008

Jesus is a counselor to us and so is His Spirit: John 16:7 John 14:16-17 a counselor to be with us forever. A wonderful promise that we neglect too much. We forget that He is with us…

Sunday October 14th, 2007 Sermon: He Is More Series: The Holy Spirit pt 2 Scripture: John 16:7-11 Speaker: Pastor Michael West He is more than an influence: Ephesians 4:30 He is a distinct person of the Godhead Trinity. He knows things, wills thing and feels things—I Corinthians 2:11 He is ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Holy Spirit: Navigational System

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 9, 2010

Christians have an internal navigational system. Jesus sent the Holy Spirit, who lives in us to “guide into all truth” (John 16: 13). If you need direction as to where to set the course of your life, don’t rely on your own way. Use God’s VOR system. He wi

Opening illustration: Have you ever wondered how an airplane pilot knows how to get from point A to point B? Most likely, he uses VOR, short for VHF Omni-directional Radio Range, a navigational system invented in the early 1950s. It still guides many aircraft to their destination today. The pilot ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Soul Searcher

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 7, 2012

The Holy Spirit and His attributes

“The Soul Searcher” John 16:5-16 Who is this one that Jesus said that He would send in His name? What is He called in the Bible? We commonly refer to Him as the Holy Spirit but He has many other names. He is “another comforter,” the Spirit of “Truth,” the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit And The Sinner Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 12, 2012

A sermon on how the Holy Spirit works on the heart of an unforgiven sinner (Much material taken from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, Power From On High, Chapter 6 The Work of the Holy Spirit before Conversion, and the book, The Holy Spirit: A Biblical Study, c

HoHum: Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall! These famous words were said by President Ronald Reagan in a speech at the Brandenburg Gate near the Berlin Wall on June 12, 1987. 29 months later the wall was torn down. Interestingly, these famous words were originally written by Peter Robinson, a ...read more

Scripture: John 16:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Work Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

The clearest revelation of the Holy Spirit given by the Lord Himself. He had already revealed who the Person of the Holy Spirit is back in John 14. Now, He reveals the WORK of the Holy Spirit.

Tonight we will see the clearest revelation of the Holy Spirit given by the Lord Himself. He had already revealed who the Person of the Holy Spirit is back in John 14. Now, He reveals the WORK of the Holy Spirit. READ v. 7. We know that it is the Holy Spirit who comforts and helps us. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 11, 2013

When Jesus told his disciples he was leaving he also had good news: They wouldn't be left alone. But who was it that Jesus was sending?

It wouldn’t be long and he knew it. For three years he had taught throughout Israel, for three years he had healed the sick and fed the hungry. For three years he pointed people to the Kingdom of God, but the time was coming, it wouldn’t be long now and he knew it. The end was in ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Work Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 21, 2013

When Jesus told his disciples that he would send the Holy spirit after his ascension, he revealed the work that the Holy Spirit would be doing. The Holy Spirit would convict, convince, reveal, guide and bring glory to Jesus.

THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT John 16:8-15 1) The Holy Spirit convinces and convicts (Vs. 8-11). The word that John uses in verse 8 to describe the work of the Spirit is variously translated—reprove, convict, convince. The Greek word is elegchein which is used for the cross-examination of a ...read more

Scripture: John 16:8-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Holy Spirit / The Miracle Within

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jan 11, 2016

The Holy Spirit, the Miracle within guides us to be a miracle without. This is based off of my 2010 Message "Holy Spirit - The Miracle Within" with different Illustrations.

During the depression ... a man named Yates ...... owned a sheep ranch. Mr. Yates wasn't able to make enough on his ranching operation to pay the principal and interest on the mortgage, ... so he was in danger ... of losing his property. With little money for clothes or food, ... his family ... ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22, John 16:7-8, 1 Corinthians 2:3-5

Denomination: Anglican